Production Analyst

EMEA3 Recruitment; Hodges (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Symrise is a global leader in fragrances, flavors and cosmetic actives, with a diverse customer base. The company seeks a Process Improvement Specialist to optimize workflows, standardize procedures, and enhance production scheduling across departments.

You will analyze KPIs, develop SOPs, and lead training across shifts to ensure safety and efficiency. Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering and 5+ years in manufacturing, with knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering preferred.
• 5+ years in a manufacturing setting preferred.
• 3-5 years in food; powder drying technology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyse existing workflows to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements.
• Develop and implement streamlined and standardized procedures across departments.
• Optimize production scheduling in collaboration with other departments.
• Organize monthly reports on production KPIs with recommendations for improvements.
• Create and maintain up-to-date process maps, work instructions, SOPs and forms.
• Lead training for new and current employees on documented processes.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Root Cause Analysis

Leadership

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering

Job description

About us

Symrise is a global supplier of fragrances and flavors, cosmetic active ingredients as well as functional ingredients. Its customers include perfume, cosmetics, food and beverage manufacturers, the pharmaceutical industry and producers of dietary supplements and pet food.

With sales of around €5.0 billion in the 2024 financial year, the company is one of the world's leading providers. The Group, headquartered in Holzminden, Germany, has more than 100 locations in Europe, Africa and the Middle East, Asia, the USA and Latin America.

Together with its customers, Symrise develops new ideas and market-ready concepts for products that form an indispensable part of everyday life. Economic success and corporate responsibility are inextricably linked.

Symrise – always inspiring more...

Your role

• Process Analysis and optimization 25%

• Analyse existing workflows to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements
• Develop and implement streamlined and standardized procedures across departments
• Optimize production scheduling in collaboration with other departments
• Organize monthly reports on production KPIs with recommendations for improvements
• Standardization & Documentation 25%
• Create and maintain up-to-date process maps, work instructions, SOPs and forms
• Establish and update industrial KPIs to monitor production performance
• Guarantee that all processes are clearly documented and accessible to every shift
• Ensure that production parameters and maintenance activities are included in weekly reports
• Training and knowledge Management 25%
• Lead training efforts for new and current employees based on documented processes
• Ensure operators are fully trained on their production tasks, safety protocols and environmental responsibilities
• Maintain alignment across shifts by communicating directives and ensuring comprehension
• Keep up to date with all internal policies and procedures and communicate updates as needed
• Troubleshooting, RCA & Reporting 20%
• Lead and complete all Root Cause analyses (RCAs) related to process issues
• Ensure Follow-ups and inspections are done to verify issues are resolved
• Monitor downtime and end of shift reports, enter them into the internal system daily
• Identify recurring operational issues and develop solutions or escalate appropriately
• Operational Support 5%
• Act as backup support by running a shift when a supervisor is absent, including nights shifts if needed, to ensure operational continuity
• Maintain communication with employees and management to support a safe efficient and profitable environment

About you

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering preferred
• 5+ yrs. in a manufacturing setting preferred
• 3 - 5 yrs. experience in food; powder drying technology preferred
• Ability to create and adhere to effective schedules
• Detailed oriented with the ability to manage priorities
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six sigma or similar methodologies
• Experience developing Sops, work instructions, and training materials
• Ability to stand for long periods on solid surfaces
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. regularly
• Ability to complete written reports legibly and accurately
• Strong leadership, problem solving, analytical and organizational skills

• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees
• Experience in multi department operations

Our offer

Become part of our open and transparent culture. It will give you the opportunity to flourish and to develop inspiring experiences that contribute to the health and well-being of consumers in 160 countries around the world. Putting our employees in focus fuels our strong company growth above market rates and makes us an excellent place to develop your career.

Come join us and embark on a fascinating journey with Symrise.

If you feel that you fit the above criteria, then please apply by using our online application system. Your application will be treated confidentially.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.