Manufacturing Jobs in Florida
Manufacturing jobs in Florida are concentrated in the Tampa Bay, Orlando, and Miami metro areas, where the state's aerospace, defense, and consumer goods sectors drive consistent demand for production workers, quality technicians, and operations managers. Established employers like Lockheed Martin, Siemens, and Publix's manufacturing division maintain large Florida footprints and hire at every level, from entry-level machine operators to experienced plant supervisors. The most in-demand specialties include CNC machining, quality assurance, and supply chain operations. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
Find Manufacturing JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 153+ Manufacturing jobs
Job Description Summary
Job Description
Working at our Clearwater location
Clearwater is a provider of engineering, circuit card assembly, OEM Avionics, and MRO services to commercial and military customers. Products and technologies here are diverse and highly sophisticated. Your work will contribute to systems that manage the performance of Boeing 737 and 787 aircraft as well as F-18s, F-35s, Harriers, and Apaches. Not only will you work in a facility that has been awarded OSHAS’s highest safety rating, but you’ll be part of a diverse team of employees working together to impact the future of flight for generations.
Role Overview
The Lead Manufacturing Specialist for Material Plan & Execution will coordinate and expedite the flow of material according to production schedules. The role has responsibility to plan and schedule material/production needs as well as release/execute material work orders.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Prepare and update production schedules, manage material processes and systems, and optimize inventory in alignment with production plans and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
- Manage work orders in accordance with the production schedule from release to completion, including shortage tracking, scrap replacements, and outside processes.
- Relay material shortages to the Sourcing and Planning functions and communicate shortage impacts to the Operations/Production team through fulfillment.
- Maintain the status of all work in process (WIP). Coordinate with the production supervisor/coach on upcoming work order releases to align with the production schedule and customer commitments.
- Attend regular operating rhythms and be prepared to discuss material status, delinquency/delivery, and schedule changes.
- Participate in and lead process improvement projects, value stream mapping events, and Kaizen events/projects.
- Work within cross-functional teams to support the production personnel, identify issues, implement corrective actions, and drive Lean initiatives/improvements.
- A job at this level is an individual contributor with proven interpersonal skills or an early people leader who can hire and develop talent. As a lead, you'll provide informal guidance to team members and be expected to take on the more challenging production control assignments.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 7 years of experience in manufacturing / production)
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in material planning and/or production scheduling [or a GE Operations Management Leadership Program (OMLP) Graduate]
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with ERP (Oracle R12 preferred) and understanding of business KPI's around cost, inventory, and cash flow.
- Ability to lead a team and influence others; strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Ability to set priorities and execute schedules to achieve milestones/objectives.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Focus to work through problems and implement sustainable solutions.
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).
Additional Information
GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
Job Description Summary
Job Description
Working at our Clearwater location
Clearwater is a provider of engineering, circuit card assembly, OEM Avionics, and MRO services to commercial and military customers. Products and technologies here are diverse and highly sophisticated. Your work will contribute to systems that manage the performance of Boeing 737 and 787 aircraft as well as F-18s, F-35s, Harriers, and Apaches. Not only will you work in a facility that has been awarded OSHAS’s highest safety rating, but you’ll be part of a diverse team of employees working together to impact the future of flight for generations.
Role Overview
The Lead Manufacturing Specialist for Material Plan & Execution will coordinate and expedite the flow of material according to production schedules. The role has responsibility to plan and schedule material/production needs as well as release/execute material work orders.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Prepare and update production schedules, manage material processes and systems, and optimize inventory in alignment with production plans and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
- Manage work orders in accordance with the production schedule from release to completion, including shortage tracking, scrap replacements, and outside processes.
- Relay material shortages to the Sourcing and Planning functions and communicate shortage impacts to the Operations/Production team through fulfillment.
- Maintain the status of all work in process (WIP). Coordinate with the production supervisor/coach on upcoming work order releases to align with the production schedule and customer commitments.
- Attend regular operating rhythms and be prepared to discuss material status, delinquency/delivery, and schedule changes.
- Participate in and lead process improvement projects, value stream mapping events, and Kaizen events/projects.
- Work within cross-functional teams to support the production personnel, identify issues, implement corrective actions, and drive Lean initiatives/improvements.
- A job at this level is an individual contributor with proven interpersonal skills or an early people leader who can hire and develop talent. As a lead, you'll provide informal guidance to team members and be expected to take on the more challenging production control assignments.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 7 years of experience in manufacturing / production)
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in material planning and/or production scheduling [or a GE Operations Management Leadership Program (OMLP) Graduate]
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with ERP (Oracle R12 preferred) and understanding of business KPI's around cost, inventory, and cash flow.
- Ability to lead a team and influence others; strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Ability to set priorities and execute schedules to achieve milestones/objectives.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Focus to work through problems and implement sustainable solutions.
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).
Additional Information
GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
See All 153+ Manufacturing Jobs in Florida
Find roles in Florida that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find Manufacturing JobsManufacturing Jobs by City in Florida
Where Florida roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Manufacturing Job Market in Florida
A snapshot from current Florida openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Blue Origin18
- Lockheed Martin14
- Collins Aerospace7
- Power Systems MFG.5
- Saint-Gobain4
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
- Science & Research
- Aerospace & Defense
- Chemicals & Materials
- Technology & Software
What Florida Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in manufacturing jobs across Florida.
- High school diploma or GED required, with a technical degree or certificate preferred by most Florida employers
- Hands-on experience operating or maintaining manufacturing equipment in a production environment
- Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement processes
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, or work orders accurately
- Compliance with OSHA safety standards and experience working in regulated production environments
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to meet quality and productivity targets consistently
Manufacturing Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a manufacturing worker in Florida?
Most manufacturing roles in Florida require a high school diploma or GED as a baseline, with technical or trade programs at Florida community colleges providing a strong edge. Programs at institutions like Hillsborough Community College or Valencia College offer manufacturing technology and CNC certifications that Florida employers recognize. Specialized roles in aerospace or defense may require additional certifications such as IPC or AWS welding credentials, which Florida employers commonly list as preferred qualifications.
Which companies hire manufacturing workers in Florida?
Companies currently hiring manufacturings in Florida include Blue Origin, Lockheed Martin, and Collins Aerospace, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Florida's aerospace corridor along the Space Coast and its strong defense and consumer goods base mean that large industrial employers regularly post openings across multiple facilities throughout the state.
Which Florida cities have the most manufacturing jobs?
Florida, Orlando, and Melbourne account for the greatest concentration of manufacturing openings in Florida. Tampa Bay leads due to its deep base of defense contractors, medical device makers, and distribution operations, while Orlando's aerospace and simulation industries anchor hiring there, and smaller metros like Jacksonville draw volume from logistics, food processing, and industrial equipment companies with major Florida facilities.
Are there remote manufacturing jobs in Florida?
Yes, but they're rare. Manufacturing work is inherently hands-on and tied to physical production facilities, so most roles require on-site presence. About 17% of manufacturing openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those are typically in functions like quality systems management, supply chain coordination, or manufacturing engineering roles where documentation and planning can be done off-site.
How can I get hired as a manufacturing worker in Florida with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for general production associate or assembly technician roles, which Florida employers like Lockheed Martin and Siemens routinely post for candidates without prior factory experience. Florida community colleges offer short-term manufacturing certificates that signal readiness to local hiring managers. Apprenticeship programs through Florida's apprenticeship division at the Department of Education place candidates directly with sponsoring manufacturers, providing paid on-the-job training alongside classroom instruction.
Where can I find and apply to manufacturing jobs in Florida?
You can find and apply to manufacturing jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current Florida openings across production, quality, and operations roles. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your background and location, and apply directly to the openings that match your experience.
See All 153+ Manufacturing Jobs in Florida
Find roles in Florida that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find Manufacturing Jobs