Production Supervisor
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 2, 2026. First seen by Alion on Jul 20, 2026. dsm-firmenich scores A on the Alion truth index.
Production Supervisor
Location: Princeton, NJ, US
As a Production Supervisor, you'll be working to support the plant's day-to-day operations. You'll be supported by your team with possibilities to grow into a Manufacturing Professional and directly impact the quality of our
products - helping to improve real lives.
Your key 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.
We offer
- Unique career paths across health, nutrition and beauty - explore what drives you and get the support to make it happen
- A chance to impact millions of consumers every day - sustainability embedded in all we do
- A science led company, cutting edge research and creativity everywhere - from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers, you’ll work on what’s next
- Growth that keeps up with you - you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership
- A culture that lifts you up - with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on.
- A community where your voice matters - it is essential to serve our customers Well
You bring
- 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.
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. Salary range: $97,600-$118,000.
In addition to base salary, we also offer a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive of annuincentive 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.