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International Flavors & Fragrances · Gotemba, Japan

# Maintenance Technician

Gotemba, Japan Skilled Trades & Maintenance 

Listed on International Flavors & Fragrances’s official careers site. Posted October 16, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
[Apply on International Flavors & Fragrances’s careers site →](https://iff.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/IFF_Careers/job/Gotemba-Japan/Maintenance-Technician_R18951)

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## Job description

### Job Summary

Looking for a role that challenges you while making an impact on products people use every day? IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences, we deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.

### Global Operations

Ensuring excellence in execution—from procurement to supply chain and reliability—delivering quality, safety, efficiency and sustainability across the value chain. The role is based in Gotemba, Japan (anchor role). Be part of a motivated, passionate, and open-minded team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact.

### Your potential is our inspiration Where You’ll
- Make a Difference
- Own maintenance execution across preventive maintenance (PM), breakdown response, compliance inspections, and ad‑hoc work
- Ensure the highest quality standards in all maintenance and contractor work, with strict enforcement of GMP and food safety requirements
- Drive a strong safety culture, partnering with EHS and Food Safety to ensure safe work practices and compliance
- Lead and support process safety initiatives, incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
- Manage spare parts and MRO inventory to minimize downtime and operational disruption
- Track and analyze data related to asset uptime, maintenance performance, and capacity improvements
- Provide technical expertise and leadership for continuous improvement initiatives and equipment reliability
- Oversee site Capex projects, vendor engagement, and maintenance purchasing activities What
- Makes You the Right Fit Technical education in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field
- 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
- Strong experience with PM programs, MRO/stock parts, permits, and asset reliability Hands‑on knowledge of electrical systems, instrumentation, and control systems
- Proven success driving productivity improvements, equipment upgrades, or process changes Deep understanding of GMP, food safety, and quality systems Experience implementing and sustaining site‑wide safety and Process Safety Management (PSM) programs
- Ability to work flexible schedules when required, including evenings, weekends, or holidays How Would You Stand Out?

Experience in Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma environments Data‑driven mindset with a passion for continuous improvement Why Choose Us? Professional onboarding process Training opportunities Learning and development programs from day one We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential.

We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability. Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Oct 16, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Jul 12, 2026
- Last checked: Oct 18, 2026
- Listed for: 98 days
- Location: Gotemba, Japan[Apply on International Flavors & Fragrances’s careers site →](https://iff.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/IFF_Careers/job/Gotemba-Japan/Maintenance-Technician_R18951)

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