Director, Fermentation Belvidere, NJ

Director Fermentation

Location: Belvidere NJ/USA

Were building our Production leadership team in Belvidere were hiring for Director Fermentation. This is a critical role at Belvidere that manages the fermentation plant which has a pilot plant. The products we manufacture at Belvidere are supplied to a global customer base via globally managed distribution and supply chain management process. You will participate on multiple product-specific business teams (at global/divisional business level) to be successful at meeting business this role youll work within cross-functional business teams at a divisional level to drive success.

Local drivers of success rely on your ability to recognize the need to modify existing work processes build consensus for the proposed changes at local/regional level and then manage a successful implementation at the operations level. Your change management knowledge includes the ability to accurately benchmark both internal and external processes.

At dsm-firmenich people are at the heart of the company. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and value diversity in the workplace.

Your key responsibilities

• Plan direct and organize production process activities to ensure compliance with corporate and government standards rules and regulations and other industrial codes and practices.
• Establish immediate and long-term operational organizational technical and maintenance strategy of operations to achieve the Operations goals of the business
• Identify and oversee objectives and key performance measures and drive continuous improvement activities to achieve short and long term goals
• As member of Site Leadership formulate site goals consistent with global strategy as well as site policies and procedures and organizational constructs that integrate and achieve site corporate and global vision mission and initiatives
• Show leadership and lead by example working to Safety Health and Environment (SHE) standards and encouraging employees to work to the same standards

The salary scale provided reflects the pay range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicants job-related skills experience relevant education or training and primary work location. Salary $157200-$290600.

In addition to base salary we also offer a comprehensive total rewards package inclusive of annual incentive pay a retirement savings plan health care coverage paid time off recognition programs and a broad range of other benefits. All benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.

We bring

• A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being both physically and mentally
• A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things
• A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset
• The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose
• Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected regardless of their background beliefs or identity
• An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future

You bring

• Minimum 10 years of experience in chemical/pharmaceutical manufacturing required
• Minimum 3 years of experience directly managing others along with strong leadership skills
• Knowledge of fermentation production processes and specific requirements
• Strong knowledge of regulatory/compliance requirements related to the operation
• Safety first mindset
• Bachelor of Science in and Engineering or technical discipline such as Chemical Engineering required; Masters degree preferred

Our recruitment process

Interested in this position Please apply online by uploading your resume in English via our career portal by June 9 2026.

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 thats exactly the kind of culture were building. A place where opportunity is truly equal authenticity is celebrated and everyone has the chance to grow contribute and feel they belong.

Were proud to be an equal opportunity employer and were serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing were 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 were here to help just let us know what you need and well do everything we can to make it work.

About dsm-firmenich

As innovators in nutrition health and beauty dsm-firmenich reinvents manufactures and combines vital nutrients flavors and fragrances for the worlds 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 30000 employees we bring progress to life every day everywhere for billions of people.

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