Manufacturing Operations Manager Jobs in Massachusetts

Manufacturing Operations Manager jobs in Massachusetts are in strong demand, concentrated in the state's life sciences, defense, and advanced manufacturing sectors, with openings at every level from first-time supervisors through senior plant directors. The busiest hiring markets are Greater Boston, the Merrimack Valley, and the Worcester metro, where employers like Raytheon Technologies, Thermo Fisher Scientific, and Boston Scientific maintain significant production and operations footprints. The most sought-after specialties in Massachusetts listings include lean manufacturing, GMP-compliant production management, and continuous improvement leadership. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles18
Top employerVertex Pharmaceuticals
Top cityBoston, MA
Cities hiring13
Work type60% Hybrid
Top industryScience

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Saint-Gobain
Maintenance Mechanic-Manufacturing Plant Industrial Operations, 3rd Shift Hours, $34.38,Norwood, MA
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Maintenance Mechanic-Manufacturing Plant Industrial Operations, 3rd Shift Hours, $34.38,Norwood, MA
Saint-Gobain
Norwood, Massachusetts
Business Operations
Compensation & Benefits
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
High school diploma or GED

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Veeco
Senior Manager, Manufacturing Operations
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Senior Manager, Manufacturing Operations
Veeco
Beverly, Massachusetts
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Success
$130k - $167k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
501-1,000

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Teltron Engineering
Manufacturing Operations Manager
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Manufacturing Operations Manager
Teltron Engineering
Taunton, Massachusetts
Communications
Content & Communications
Public Relations (PR)
$125k - $250k/yr
ISO certification process

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Takeda Pharmaceuticals
Head of Manufacturing Operations & Performance
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Head of Manufacturing Operations & Performance
Takeda Pharmaceuticals
Boston, Massachusetts
Business Operations
Compensation & Benefits
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
$259k - $407k/yr
Master's degree in business administration
10,000+

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Vertex Pharmaceuticals
Senior Director, Business Operations Lead – Small Molecule, Commercial Manufacturing and Technical Operations
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Vertex Pharmaceuticals
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Senior Director, Business Operations Lead – Small Molecule, Commercial Manufacturing and Technical Operations
Vertex Pharmaceuticals
Boston, Massachusetts
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
$218k - $328k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in finance
5,001-10,000

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Manufacturing Operations Manager Jobs by City in Massachusetts

Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Boston
5 jobs
Norwood
2 jobs
Agawam
1 job
Beverly
1 job
Taunton
1 job
Lawrence
1 job
Holliston
1 job
Lexington
1 job
Watertown
1 job

Manufacturing Operations Manager Job Market in Massachusetts

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

Who's Hiring

Vertex Pharmaceuticals
Vertex Pharmaceuticals4 open roles
Takeda Pharmaceuticals
Takeda Pharmaceuticals2 open roles
Veeco
Veeco1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Science & Research

What Massachusetts Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in manufacturing operations manager jobs across Massachusetts.

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations management, or a related manufacturing discipline
  • Proven experience leading production teams and managing plant-floor operations end to end
  • Working knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
  • Familiarity with FDA or GMP compliance requirements common in Massachusetts life sciences facilities
  • Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, capacity planning, and cross-functional department coordination
  • Experience with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle in a high-volume manufacturing environment

Manufacturing Operations Manager Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a manufacturing operations manager in Massachusetts?

Most manufacturing operations managers in Massachusetts enter the role through a combination of a bachelor's degree in engineering, supply chain, or operations management and several years of progressive floor or supervisory experience. Massachusetts does not require a state-issued license for this role, but employers in the life sciences and defense sectors typically expect familiarity with GMP or ISO standards. Completing a Six Sigma or lean certification strengthens a candidacy significantly in this market.

How much do manufacturing operations managers make in Massachusetts?

Manufacturing operations managers in Massachusetts earn a median of about $148,050 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $99,920 for the lowest 10% to over $227,080 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire manufacturing operations managers in Massachusetts?

Employers hiring manufacturing operations managers in Massachusetts right now include Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Takeda Pharmaceuticals, and Veeco, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Massachusetts's concentration of medical device, biopharma, and defense contractors means many of the most active hiring companies operate regulated, high-precision production environments.

Which Massachusetts cities have the most manufacturing operations manager jobs?

Boston, Norwood, and Agawam have the most manufacturing operations manager openings in Massachusetts. Greater Boston anchors the market through its dense cluster of life sciences and defense manufacturers, while Worcester and the Merrimack Valley corridor support a strong base of industrial and advanced manufacturing employers that consistently post operations leadership roles.

Are there remote manufacturing operations manager jobs in Massachusetts?

Yes, but they're rare. About 60% of manufacturing operations manager openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting that the role is fundamentally floor-based and requires physical presence for production oversight. The portions most likely to be performed remotely are planning, reporting, and cross-site coordination responsibilities at multi-location companies.

How can I get hired as a manufacturing operations manager in Massachusetts with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving into a production supervisor or manufacturing coordinator role first, then building toward operations management over time. Large Massachusetts employers in life sciences and defense, such as those in the Route 128 corridor, regularly hire for associate supervisor and process improvement analyst roles that do not require prior management experience. Earning a lean or Six Sigma Green Belt certification and targeting rotational or high-potential programs at mid-size Massachusetts manufacturers accelerates the path considerably.

Where can I find and apply to manufacturing operations manager jobs in Massachusetts?

You can find and apply to manufacturing operations manager jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings, find roles that fit your background and target location, and apply directly to the ones that match.

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