Production Specialist, Tonganoxie, KS (USA)

 

Production Specialist

Location: Tonganoxie, KS

Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

 

 

As a Production Specialist at our Brand New (Premix) Animal Nutrition and Health location in Tonganoxie, KS, you will support business objectives of the premix facility by performing a variety of functions in accordance with TTH procedures. You will also provide essential support to the functional disciplines of manufacturing including production, quality, maintenance, shipping & receiving, and administration. Along with that, you will also maintain, generate, and distribute documentation associated with functional areas of production, distribution, financial and administration. This role is in a manufacturing environment where product quality, traceability and integrity are of utmost importance.

 

 

Responsibilities:

• Manage front desk operations, including visitor check-in and providing required PPE for facility access. (Everything from ordering lunch to office supplies)
• Schedule and coordinate site programs and events, including New Hire Onboarding, annual trainings, Lunch & Learns, employee engagement activities, and other assigned events.
• Serve as the first point of contact for employees with basic inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, and the HR Wave page.
• Maintain and update internal communications via TV monitors and bulletin boards, including training schedules, promotions, certifications, new hires, anniversaries, birthdays, and recognition initiatives.
• Support manufacturing through project coordination, audits, KPI reporting, and billing/invoice processing.
• Order and maintain office supplies through Ariba, conducting regular inventory checks to ensure adequate stock.
• Provide SAP operational support.
• Receive, accurately code, and process invoices for payment; maintain accounts payable records; manage vendor relationships to ensure timely payments; and coordinate use of the DSM Pro-card.

 

We bring:

• Paid holidays, 18 days PTO + 2 floating holidays.
• Full healthcare benefits day one - medical, dental, eye, and life insurance.
• 401K with generous company match.
• A rich history and a promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers.
• A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset.
• A culture that priorities safety and well-being, both physically and mentally.
• The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose.
• A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and owns the outcome.

 

Occasional OT will be required

 

You bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 - 3 years' experience in production planning or a similar role. SAP and or production software experience a plus.
• Must demonstrate ability to work with minimal direction. Strong or organizational, communication, and analytical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Requires a broad range of office and technical skills related to a manufacturing environment, with specific knowledge of specialized software programs such as SAP, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Power Point, Outlook) and Ariba. Requires strong demonstration of multi-tasking and prioritization capabilities.
• Independent thinker with strengths in problem solving, trouble shooting and attention to detail based on set parameters.

 

 

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 everyo