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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Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century's most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril's family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.
ABOUT THE JOB
The Senior Manufacturing Operations Manager role requires both frontline technical and people management skills, placing you at the forefront of fostering team development and overseeing day-to-day delivery operations for our complex hardware platforms. Success in this pivotal position demands consistent achievement across team management, operations, and financial goals, ensuring the delivery of world-class, mission-critical products.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Lead Production Operations: Oversee the production of a product line, managing a team of talented technicians to ensure efficient production and delivery of imaging hardware.
- Drive Daily Production Goals: Strategically manage a production plan which solves for the desired production performance outcomes. Tactically direct daily operations to meet target on-time delivery goals.
- Champion Quality & Safety: Ensure quality and safety standards are followed, minimizing defects and fostering a safe working environment.
- Develop & Mentor Talent: Actively coach, mentor, and support production technicians, fostering professional growth and cross-training within the team.
- Lead Continuous Improvement: Implement 5S and other continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and optimize workflows.
- Strategic Communication: Effectively communicate priorities, production progress, risks, and resource needs to senior leadership and facilitate cross-functional collaboration.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 7+ years experience in high-volume, complex electro-mechanical production, with 3+ years in a senior production management role.
- Proven expertise with ERP and MES systems, coupled with a deep understanding of NPI, Lean manufacturing, and change management (ECOs).
- Ability to interpret complex technical documentation (drawings, schematics, WIs) and troubleshoot processes and equipment.
- Demonstrated success in employee development, coaching, and mentorship.
- Exceptional verbal & written communication skills, highly organized, and detail-oriented.
- Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:
Benefits
At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you're supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.
Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams
Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information.
To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind:
No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates.
- Please always verify communications:
- Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com address.
- Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to contact@anduril.com.
Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain is @anduril.com before providing any personal information or clicking on links.
What to Do If You Suspect Fraud: Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from Anduril, please report it immediately to contact@anduril.com. Your proactive caution is invaluable in protecting your personal information and upholding the security and trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts.
Data Privacy
To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/.
By submitting your application, you consent to Anduril Industries using a third-party service provider to conduct pre-employment risk, integrity, and due diligence screening and assessing potential risks as part of your application process. This third-party service provider provides risk-intelligence services that may include analysis of sanctions and watchlists, adverse media, public-record information, and other lawful open-source or commercial data sources. This third-party service provider does not act as a consumer reporting agency. Use of this provider helps to ensure compliance with applicable laws and protect technology, intellectual property, and organizational security.
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century's most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril's family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.
ABOUT THE JOB
The Senior Manufacturing Operations Manager role requires both frontline technical and people management skills, placing you at the forefront of fostering team development and overseeing day-to-day delivery operations for our complex hardware platforms. Success in this pivotal position demands consistent achievement across team management, operations, and financial goals, ensuring the delivery of world-class, mission-critical products.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Lead Production Operations: Oversee the production of a product line, managing a team of talented technicians to ensure efficient production and delivery of imaging hardware.
- Drive Daily Production Goals: Strategically manage a production plan which solves for the desired production performance outcomes. Tactically direct daily operations to meet target on-time delivery goals.
- Champion Quality & Safety: Ensure quality and safety standards are followed, minimizing defects and fostering a safe working environment.
- Develop & Mentor Talent: Actively coach, mentor, and support production technicians, fostering professional growth and cross-training within the team.
- Lead Continuous Improvement: Implement 5S and other continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and optimize workflows.
- Strategic Communication: Effectively communicate priorities, production progress, risks, and resource needs to senior leadership and facilitate cross-functional collaboration.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 7+ years experience in high-volume, complex electro-mechanical production, with 3+ years in a senior production management role.
- Proven expertise with ERP and MES systems, coupled with a deep understanding of NPI, Lean manufacturing, and change management (ECOs).
- Ability to interpret complex technical documentation (drawings, schematics, WIs) and troubleshoot processes and equipment.
- Demonstrated success in employee development, coaching, and mentorship.
- Exceptional verbal & written communication skills, highly organized, and detail-oriented.
- Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:
Benefits
At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you're supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.
Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams
Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information.
To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind:
No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates.
- Please always verify communications:
- Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com address.
- Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to contact@anduril.com.
Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain is @anduril.com before providing any personal information or clicking on links.
What to Do If You Suspect Fraud: Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from Anduril, please report it immediately to contact@anduril.com. Your proactive caution is invaluable in protecting your personal information and upholding the security and trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts.
Data Privacy
To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/.
By submitting your application, you consent to Anduril Industries using a third-party service provider to conduct pre-employment risk, integrity, and due diligence screening and assessing potential risks as part of your application process. This third-party service provider provides risk-intelligence services that may include analysis of sanctions and watchlists, adverse media, public-record information, and other lawful open-source or commercial data sources. This third-party service provider does not act as a consumer reporting agency. Use of this provider helps to ensure compliance with applicable laws and protect technology, intellectual property, and organizational security.
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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, Amazon, and EY, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 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, Westborough, and Chelmsford 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 33% of manufacturing operations manager openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of November 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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