**Technician, Manufacturing (Collagen Assembly) 1st shift** **Location: Exton, PA (USA)** **Monday - Friday 6:00am - 2:30pm** As a **Technician, Manufacturing,** you will assure that DSM products are of consistent and high quality by producing products in compliance with established DSM/GMP procedures. For more than 30 years, the company has been at the forefront of biomaterial science and process innovation, and the leading resource for global medical device and pharmaceutical companies. **Your Key Responsibilities:** + Assists with performing designated operations within their manufacturing department, non-controlled and controlled environment areas in accordance with DSM Standard Operation Procedures and all safety requirements as assigned. + Handling of chemicals and solvents may be required. + Provides basic support to outside own department as required. + Provides suggestions on potential improvement opportunities in quality, product, processes and efficiency. + Addresses simple and recognizable problems, from past experiences, and chooses from established alternative approaches to find a solution. + Works with R&D, Engineering and other DSM groups as assigned. + Expresses ideas and listens to ideas of others. **We offer** + Paid holidays18 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 prioritizes 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 own the outcome. + Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity. **You bring** + High school diploma or equivalent required / Two-year technical degree preferred. + 0-5 years’ experience, preferably in Medical Device manufacturing or GMP related industry. + Strong oral and written communication skills. + Knowledge and experience working with machinery, tooling, and products/processes in a medical device environment preferred. + Industrial scale hands-on experience with process optimization focus. + Ability to operate various equipment and hand tool in assigned areas with limited supervision. + Proficient in the use of MS Office, Word and Excel. dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich. dsm-firmenich is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. dsm-firmenich people are as diverse as our customers. For us that includes a commitment to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know. **About dsm-firmenich:** As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people.www.dsm-firmenich.com Please note this is a direct search led by dsm-firmenich. We only accept applications from candidates, not from agencies nor subject to agency’s fees, percentages or similar.