Production Supervisor (3rd Shift) - Princeton, NJ

Production Supervisor - 3rd Shift Princeton, NJ

The Shift Supervisor leads manufacturing operations by setting direction for the shift, driving performance, and ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant execution of the production plan. Working closely with the Production Manager and Shift Leads, this role aligns resources, manages priorities, and partners with cross‑functional teams to resolve operational issues. The Supervisor maintains a strong floor presence, coaching and developing team members while proactively addressing risks that could impact safety, quality, or delivery. Success in this role requires strict adherence to safety and quality standards, proper use of PPE (Personal Protection Equipment), and accountability for consistent standard work and continuous improvement.

Your key responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for ASRS (Automated Storage and Retrieval System) warehouse operations, ensuring accuracy, scanning discipline, and compliance with safety, GMP, and traceability standards.
• Set performance expectations, monitor ASRS KPIs (accuracy, uptime, error rates), and drive corrective actions and continuous improvement.
• Lead inventory accuracy efforts by overseeing cycle counting, reconciliation, discrepancy investigations, and ensuring SAP/WMS (Warehouse Management System) transaction discipline and FIFO (First‑In, First‑Out order) compliance.
• Ensure controlled inventory processes meet all documentation, storage, and movement‑tracking requirements.
• Direct the kitting strategy to ensure accurate, timely, and complete kits aligned with production priorities, while standardizing workflows for efficiency and traceability.
• Oversee end‑to‑end material flow-from receiving through ASRS to production, removing bottlenecks, optimizing labor and equipment use, and ensuring smooth communication across all shifts.

We bring

• 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, youll work on whats 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

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or manufacturing‑related education preferred.
• 3-5+ years of manufacturing or production experience, ideally in bulk chemicals, compounding, or liquid processing.
• 1-2+ years in a lead or supervisory role, or equivalent experience coordinating teams and results.
• Strong decision‑making and prioritization skills in fast‑paced environments, with proven team leadership.
• Proficiency with MES, SAP/WAC, KPI tracking, and visual management systems, along with solid GMP and safety knowledge.
• Demonstrated ability in coaching, performance management, conflict resolution, and cross‑functional communication, with a proactive, company‑focused mindset.

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 applicants job-related skills, experience, relevant education, or training, and primary work location. Salary $100,000 - $120,000.

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 dont 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 its fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat thats 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 youre making a difference, well make sure youre 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? Theyre essential to our future.

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 thats exactly the kind of culture were building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong. Were proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and were serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, were 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, were here to help - just let us know what you need, and well do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement Were managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If youre applying as an individual, wed love to hear from you. Were not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.