Entry Level Manufacturing Operations Manager Jobs

New grad manufacturing operations manager jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship record or hands-on project work often carries more weight than years on a resume. Most openings are on-site roles concentrated in Technology & Software, Retail, and E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces, with employers like Amazon, Ryder System, and Paylocity hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles144+
Top stateTexas
Top employerAmazon
Top citySchaumburg, IL
Work type89% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Ryder System
Supply Chain Ops Manager
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Ryder System
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Supply Chain Ops Manager
Ryder System
Arlington, Texas
Business Development
Business Strategy
Corporate Development & M&A
Strategy & Corporate Development
$70k - $74k/yr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED

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Cushman & Wakefield
Sr. Assistant Project Manager - Ops
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Cushman & Wakefield
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Sr. Assistant Project Manager - Ops
Cushman & Wakefield
Ashburn, Virginia
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
Consulting & Professional Services
$75k - $88k/yr
Bachelor's degree in architecture
10,000+

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CarMax
Developer, Learning - Serv Ops & Logistics
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CarMax
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Developer, Learning - Serv Ops & Logistics
CarMax
Richmond, Virginia
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Curriculum Design
Instructional Design
$55k - $83k/yr
10,000+

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Amazon.com
Sr. Manufacturing Test Engineer, AWS Rack Mfg Operations
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Amazon.com
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Sr. Manufacturing Test Engineer, AWS Rack Mfg Operations
Amazon.com
Cincinnati, Ohio
Data Analytics
Data Science
Data Science & Analytics
$136k - $184k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Amazon.com
IT Support Engineer I, Ops Tech Solutions
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Amazon.com
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IT Support Engineer I, Ops Tech Solutions
Amazon.com
Dallas, Texas
Compliance & Risk
Engineering (Non-Software)
Quality Control
$25 - $41/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Entry Level Manufacturing Operations Manager Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Amazon
    Amazon24
  • Ryder System
    Ryder System24
  • Paylocity
    Paylocity12
  • State of Florida
    State of Florida5
  • Staffmark
    Staffmark4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software34
  • Retail26
  • E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces24
  • Accounting & Auditing12
  • Energy5

Entry Level Manufacturing Operations Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an entry level manufacturing operations manager job?

Focus on internships, co-ops, or any hands-on manufacturing experience you can point to, even from coursework or personal projects. Employers at this level look for candidates who understand lean principles, production workflows, or supply chain basics. A degree in industrial engineering, operations management, or a related field helps, but demonstrated problem-solving on the plant floor is what actually sets applicants apart.

Which companies hire entry level manufacturing operations managers?

Companies hiring entry level manufacturing operations managers right now include Amazon, Ryder System, and Paylocity, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. At this level, hiring covers large manufacturers running structured graduate programs and mid-size regional facilities that build their operations teams from within.

Are there remote entry level manufacturing operations manager jobs?

Yes, though most roles at this level are on-site given the hands-on nature of manufacturing work. About 11% of entry level manufacturing operations manager openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those tend to be in roles tied to planning, scheduling, or data analysis rather than direct floor supervision.

Are these new grad manufacturing operations manager jobs?

Yes, many of these postings are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome recent graduates with little or no professional experience. A new grad-friendly posting typically accepts zero to two years of experience, counts internships or co-ops toward that threshold, and values a relevant degree or a portfolio of applied coursework over a long employment history.

Which industries hire the most entry level manufacturing operations managers?

Entry Level manufacturing operations manager roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Retail, and E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they run high-volume production environments that need early-career talent to support scheduling, quality oversight, and continuous improvement initiatives.