Senior Supervisor, Production (2nd shift) - New Ulm, MN

dsm-firmenich • New Ulm, MN

2d • $85 - $105 • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Supervisor, Production plays a critical leadership role in ensuring efficient, safe, and high-quality manufacturing operations. This position oversees production teams, drives continuous improvement, and ensures compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements. At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work, benefiting to our People, Customers & Communities and driving business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

Requirements

• High school diploma required; Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business field preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years in production or manufacturing, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in production management systems and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor production staff, including Operators and Leads. Set clear performance expectations, conduct evaluations, and foster a culture of accountability and collaboration.
• Production Management: Oversee daily production activities to meet schedules and targets. Ensure optimal resource utilization and compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Quality Assurance: Implement and maintain quality control procedures. Conduct inspections and audits, address issues promptly, and drive corrective actions.
• Safety & Compliance: Promote a strong safety culture. Ensure adherence to all safety regulations and company policies, including ISO and FSSC standards.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify process gaps and lead initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance productivity using Lean principles.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Maintenance, Quality, and Logistics teams to resolve issues and optimize workflows.

Benefits

• Empowerment to make meaningful contributions while upholding ethical standards.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement for those who embrace innovation and take initiative.
• Collaboration with experts in health, nutrition, and beauty to drive progress.
• Opportunity to build a career making a significant impact on billions of lives, with the freedom to shape your own path.
• Dedication to creating better futures for customers, communities, people, and the planet.
• Supportive environment where individuals are empowered to progress and contribute to meaningful change.
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees