Production Manager Jobs

At Firmenich people are at the heart of the company, we are committed to equal employment opportunities and value diversity in the workplace.

At dsm-firmenich people are at the heart of the company. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and value diversity in the workplace.

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The Production Manager is responsible for providing production advice and support management at the local and regional level, allowing them to make informed Supply-Chain decisions. This position does so in accordance with dsm-f irmenich's safety, quality, service & cost standards . This function will be reporting to the Head of Regional Manufacturing, Asia, Perfumery who is based in Indonesia.

Key Responsibilities

• Be the SME with regards to utilization of production assets locally;
• Provide developmental leadership to local organizations in a participative style to create ahigh performance & accountable organization;
• Support the introduction of new products/chemistry in collaboration with S upply Chain
• Develop at the local level, a performance driven culture within the manufacturing base by implementing Continuous Improvement principles;
• Assess the capabilities of the exiting teams to ensure the necessary capabilities are in place;
• Advise local management with regards to developing sustainable manufacturing excellence through clearly defined objectives and targets;
• Ensure adherence to all safety, quality, service,cost, and asset utilization standards;

We Bring

• A rich history and a promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers;
• A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things;
• A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome;
• A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset;
• The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose;
• Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity;
• A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally;
• An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future;

You Bring

• Skilled at working in a fast paced environment open to constant change in demands
• Direct management of cost control responsibilities in manufacturing environment
• Experience in measuring key performance metrics, and inmotivating and holding people accountable for results
• Experience in implementation of continuous improvement and/or lean methodologies is preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years manufacturing management experience within the food, beverage, pharma, chemical or allied products industries.
• Good knowledge of MS Office and SAP ERP systems and analytical skills (MS Excel)
• Bachelor degree in Engineering or MS degree in Chemistry, Food Science or Supply-Chain Management from an accredited university required
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Previous change management experienc e/ability to operate as a value-added business partner with other key stakeholders to drive change is also a plus
• Self-directed individual with a Can-Do attitude and the ability to work within a team
• Excellent communication and team building skills
• Professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people.