**Production Scientist** **Newark, DE** **On-Site** You will play a vital role in safeguarding global food safety as a **Production Scientist,** you will, manufacture and generate all components and final product for strip, plate and phage production under ISO and cGMP guidelines. This is for our **Romer Labs** division which offers a broad range of innovative products and services covering mycotoxins, food pathogens, food allergens, gluten, GMO, veterinary drug residues and melamine. This position supports our **Romer Labs** division, a global leader in innovative diagnostic solutions for food and feed safety. With a focus on mycotoxins, food allergens, GMOs, and microbial contaminants. Making the World's Food Safer® romerlabs.com (https://dsm1234-my.sharepoint.com/personal/christine\_eck\_dsm-firmenich\_com/Documents/Documents/Job%20Descriptions/romerlabs.com) At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated. **Your key responsibilities** + Manufacture liquid and dry components required for kits + Perform quality control checks on all aspects of manufacturing + Update relevant SOP’s as needed. Fill out documents under ISO 9001 guidelines + Run key pieces of manufacturing equipment as needed + Work with R&D to successfully transfer new products from development to production **We bring** + Empowerment to make meaningful contributions while upholding ethical standards. + Recognition and celebration of your efforts and accomplishments. + Opportunities for growth and advancement for those who embrace innovation and take initiative. + Customer-first approach, working with world-renowned brands to turn ideas into impactful solutions. + Dedication to creating better futures for customers, communities, people, and the planet. **You bring** + Bachelor’s degree in scientific field + Experience in immunology-type production; ELISA and/or lateral flow devices; antibody-based production; microbiology + Mechanical skills a plus + Weights and measures experience + Ability to lift up to 50 lbs **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** . **DEI 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. **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.