Manufacturing Associate Jobs in Indiana

Manufacturing Associate jobs in Indiana are concentrated in automotive parts production, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and industrial equipment assembly, with demand running from entry-level floor positions to experienced lead roles. The biggest hiring metros are Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and Kokomo, where employers like Eli Lilly, Subaru of Indiana Automotive, and Cummins maintain large production operations. The most in-demand specialties in Indiana right now are quality control inspection, assembly line operations, and pharmaceutical manufacturing compliance. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles12
Top employerEli Lilly
Top cityLebanon, IN
Cities hiring9
Work type100% On-site
Top industryBiotechnology

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Eli Lilly
Associate, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing Operations, Lilly Medicine Foundry
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Associate, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing Operations, Lilly Medicine Foundry
Eli Lilly
Lebanon, Indiana
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Project Management
$65k - $169k/yr
Bachelor of Science
10,000+

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Zimmer Biomet
Associate Director, Manufacturing Engineering
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Associate Director, Manufacturing Engineering
Zimmer Biomet
Warsaw, Indiana
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$145k - $175k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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International Paper
Manufacturing Associate
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International Paper
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Manufacturing Associate
International Paper
Saint Anthony, Indiana
Factory & Production Work
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
$22.2 - $29.44/hr
10,000+

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Cummins
Advanced Manufacturing Associate
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Advanced Manufacturing Associate
Cummins
Columbus, Indiana
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Simtra BioPharma Solutions
Aseptic Manufacturing Risk Management Associate II
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Simtra BioPharma Solutions
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Aseptic Manufacturing Risk Management Associate II
Simtra BioPharma Solutions
Bloomington, Indiana
Business Development
Marketing
Sales
Bachelor's degree in engineering
1,001-5,000

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Manufacturing Associate Jobs by City in Indiana

Where Indiana roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Lebanon
3 jobs
Indianapolis
2 jobs
Warsaw
1 job
Elkhart
1 job
Columbus
1 job
Greenwood
1 job
Bloomington
1 job
Saint Anthony
1 job
Crawfordsville
1 job

Manufacturing Associate Job Market in Indiana

A snapshot from current Indiana openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Eli Lilly
Eli Lilly5 open roles
International Paper
International Paper2 open roles
Cummins
Cummins1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
  • Automotive

What Indiana Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in manufacturing associate jobs across Indiana.

  • High school diploma or GED required by most Indiana manufacturing employers
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds consistently
  • Familiarity with basic hand tools, measuring instruments, and assembly line procedures
  • Experience following Good Manufacturing Practice or ISO quality standards preferred
  • Forklift certification or willingness to obtain one within the first 90 days
  • Reliable transportation to reach Indiana industrial parks and manufacturing campuses

Manufacturing Associate Jobs in Indiana: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a manufacturing associate in Indiana?

Most manufacturing associate positions in Indiana require a high school diploma or GED and no formal state license. Employers in pharmaceutical manufacturing may require completion of Good Manufacturing Practice training, which some large Indiana facilities provide on the job. Candidates who have completed a manufacturing technology or industrial trades program at Ivy Tech Community College, which has campuses across Indiana, are frequently prioritized for hire over applicants with no formal training.

Which companies hire manufacturing associates in Indiana?

Employers hiring manufacturing associates in Indiana right now include Eli Lilly, International Paper, and Cummins, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Indiana's deep automotive and pharmaceutical manufacturing base means large anchor employers post frequently and often hire in cohorts rather than one at a time.

Which Indiana cities have the most manufacturing associate jobs?

Lebanon, Indianapolis, and Warsaw have the most manufacturing associate openings in Indiana. Indianapolis leads because of its concentration of pharmaceutical producers and food manufacturing facilities, while Fort Wayne and Kokomo are driven by automotive parts suppliers and major OEM assembly plants that have operated in northern Indiana for decades.

Are there remote manufacturing associate jobs in Indiana?

Yes, but they're rare. Manufacturing associate work is inherently hands-on and tied to a physical production floor, so most openings require full on-site presence. About 0% of manufacturing associate openings tied to Indiana are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those listings tend to cover quality documentation, production scheduling support, or supplier coordination rather than direct floor work.

How can I get hired as a manufacturing associate in Indiana with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying directly to temp-to-hire programs run by Indiana manufacturers, many of which use staffing partnerships to fill floor roles before converting workers to full-time status. Subaru of Indiana Automotive and Eli Lilly both run structured onboarding cohorts that accept applicants without prior manufacturing experience. Completing a short-term manufacturing technology certificate through Ivy Tech Community College signals readiness and gives candidates a concrete edge over those with no background at all.

Where can I find and apply to manufacturing associate jobs in Indiana?

You can find and apply to manufacturing associate jobs in Indiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current Indiana openings. Search the roles available, find the ones that fit your experience and location, and apply directly through each listing.

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