Production Operator, 2nd shift- Tonganoxie, KS

dsm-firmenich; Tonganoxie (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

PTO + floating holidays

Health insurance

401K matching

Career growth

Safety culture

Flexible environment

Job summary

dsm-firmenich in Tonganoxie, KS, is hiring a Production Operator on 2nd shift to handle all production activities and operate equipment in line with SHE requirements, SOPs, and quality standards. The role involves monitoring processes, sampling materials, and maintaining safety protocols.

The position offers full benefits from day one, a comprehensive rewards package, and opportunities for training and growth in a fast-moving, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 6+ months production experience preferred in Premix, nutritional supplements or GMP-related industry.
• Ability to operate computers; proficient in MS Office, Word and Excel; touch screen usage.
• Forklift experience preferred; sit-down or stand-up; electric pallet jack.
• Lift 50+ lbs repetitively; move bags and containers.
• Adherence to safety, health and environmental requirements.

Responsibilities

• Handle raw materials and transport to intake stations; load materials into process equipment.
• Monitor packaging systems and print labels or fill silos as needed; sample per batch.
• Inspect materials and finished goods; palletize and store materials safely.
• Work unsupervised at intake stations; use forklifts for material transport.
• Record process conditions and report disturbances to Lead Operator or Shift Manager.

Skills

Production experience

Forklift operation

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Electric Pallet Jack

Touch Screen

Job description

Production Operator, 2nd shift

Tonganoxie, KS

Monday - Thursday, 7:30pm – 6:30pm (Will train on 1st shift - 7:30AM-4:00PM until sometime in the 4th quarter)

As a Production Operator at our Brand New (Premix) Animal Nutrition and Health location in Tonganoxie, KS, you will handle all production activities and operate production equipment in accordance with the plant capacity and in conformity with Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) requirements, SOP’s, Quality standards and time sequences. Performs all duties associated with the production of custom vitamin premixes. Receives, unloads, stores, delivers and ships raw and finished materials.

Responsibilities:

• Handle raw materials, transport from storage to intake stations, load raw materials as required into the process equipment utilizing different intake stations. Monitor and trouble shoot packaging systems. Additionally, Production Operator employees may be required to print labels, fill silos, complete final packaging, and sample per batch requirement, inspect both raw materials and finished goods as well as safely palletize and store raw materials and/or finished goods.
• Able to work unsupervised at intake stations, utilize forklifts for materials transport and monitor packaging systems.
• Monitor equipment and production process parameters, record process conditions and actions.
• Report disturbances to the Lead Operator or Shift Manager and inform him/her about production process adjustments/concerns.
• Take raw material and finished good samples and analyze these; decide on operational action to be taken.
• Perform minor maintenance tasks and provide support with larger maintenance work when requested, on equipment as necessary to ensure continuous efficient operation of process.

We bring:

• Paid holidays, 18 days PTO + 2 floating holidays
• Full healthcare benefits day one - medical, dental, eye and life insurance
• 401K with generous company match
• A rich history and a promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers;
• A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset;
• A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally;
• The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose;
• A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome;
• Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity.
• Must be able to work weekends, overtime, and holidays as production demand requires including call-ins.

You bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 6+ months’ production experience preferred, preferably in Premix, Nutritional supplements manufacturing or GMP related industry.
• Ability to operate computers. Proficient in the use of MSOffice, Word, and Excel. Ability to use a Touch Screen.
• Forklift experience preferred, Sit down, or Stand up. Also use Electric Pallet Jack.
• Lift 50+ lbs. repetitively. Move bags and containers.
• Knowledge of, adherence to and enforcement of dsm-firmenich Corporate policies addressing Safety, Health, and Environmental requirements.

The salary or hourly wage scale provided reflects the pay range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant’s job-related skills, experience, relevant education, or training, and primary work location.

Hourly $23.00 USD.

In addition to base salary, we also offer a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive of annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs and a broad range of other benefits. All benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.