Second Shift Production Supervisor: Growth & Impact

dsm-firmenich; New Jersey; On-site; USD 98,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

dsm-firmenich in Princeton, NJ is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead day-to-day manufacturing operations and mentor a team toward safe, compliant production. You will partner with engineering, maintenance and quality to meet production goals while driving continuous improvement and staff development.

The role emphasizes lean practices, GMP adherence, and strong problem solving in a fast-paced environment. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, preferably in engineering, operations management or similar field.
• 3 years supervisory experience, preferably in a chemical or perfumery/ food/beverage manufacturing environment.
• Experience with LEAN Manufacturing and Sanitation experience, preferably in a perfumery and/or food/beverage facility.

Responsibilities

• Driving a positive safety culture with the belief that all injuries can be prevented.
• Develop and maintain reporting mechanisms needed to monitor production rates, yields, and quality, cost variances.
• Identify areas for improvement in process, equipment, and training, ensure Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) are followed.
• Liaise with other managers to formulate objectives, understand requirements, meet production specifications and deadlines.
• Coordinate production activities with engineering, maintenance and quality control activities.
• Utilize effective troubleshooting skills and root cause analysis to monitor, assess and resolve production issues with staff and equipment.
• Supervise, coach, develop and evaluate performance of production personnel with a goal of cross training staff, ensuring that cGMP procedures and practices are maintained and followed.

Skills

LEAN Manufacturing

Sanitation experience

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

dsm-firmenich in Princeton, NJ is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead day-to-day manufacturing operations and mentor a team toward safe, compliant production. You will partner with engineering, maintenance and quality to meet production goals while driving continuous improvement and staff development.

The role emphasizes lean practices, GMP adherence, and strong problem solving in a fast-paced environment. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are provided.