**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 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.