Production Manager

Job title - Production Manager (78601) Location - La Plaine, Geneva, Switzerland As a member of the production and logistic department, we are seeking an experienced and dedicated leader, team-oriented personality with confirmed experience in production to drive performance and develop 50 talents across several operational production activities in a complex industrial environment. Key Responsibilities: Provide leadership to deliver products on time, in quality and quantity according to the highest HSE standards. Motivate and develop Production team. Ensure team alignment with company objectives and policies. Raise HSE standards: observe and provide feedback, make sure lessons are learnt from incidents, communicate on HSE, monitor performance. Develop the skills of the team in HSE. Establish and execute a long-term plan for the sector to develop team, processes, HSE and assets. Communicate efficiently: cascade information from the site management, share feedbacks from shop floor to management, circulate information between sectors and departments. Foster a culture of sustainable change through continuous improvements, monitor and improve the performance of the sector (work processes and production processes). Contribute to overall site efficiency: standardization, development of best practices, optimization of workflows, and alignment of communication. Drive for the success of new products and processes transfer with Research and Development team. Promote dsm-firmenich values and policies among the Production team. We offer: A motivating work environment with qualified and passionate employees in a competitive and inspiring industry. The most complex ingredient development and chemical production site of the dsm-firmenich Group with a wide variety of processes and a strong innovation activity. Opportunity to carry out improvement initiatives. Opportunity to work for a company that cares about people & environment and sets and achieves ambitious sustainability objectives with opportunities to take larger responsibilities. You Bring: Master's degree in chemical engineering or organic chemistry. A minimum of 5-year experience in managing batch or continuous production in fine chemicals, industrial chemicals, petrochemicals or pharmaceuticals industry. Proven track record in managing and developing teams. Strong, hands-on HSE skills. Outstanding leadership: exemplarity, emotional intelligence, integrity, passion, drive for results. Excellent communication and teamwork skills demonstrated ability to influence and motivate with multiple stakeholders and collaborators at all levels. Experience on Factory of the future with Six Sigma / lean manufacturing / continuous improvement techniques is a plus. 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. The application process Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading your resume via our career portal (www. dsm-firmenich.com/careers). 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. www.dsm-firmenich.com 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.