Production Associate Jobs in Massachusetts
Production associate jobs in Massachusetts concentrate heavily in life sciences and biotechnology manufacturing, medical device production, and advanced electronics, with demand at every level from entry-level line operators to experienced process technicians. The largest hiring activity is in the Greater Boston area, Worcester, and Lowell, where companies like Thermo Fisher Scientific, Raytheon Technologies, and Boston Scientific maintain major manufacturing operations. High-volume packaging, cleanroom assembly, and quality control inspection are the most consistently sought specialties across Massachusetts postings. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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ICP Group is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Associate Production Planner to support our manufacturing operations in Andover, MA. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate interested in supply chain, operations, or manufacturing, or for an experienced manufacturing professional looking to transition into a planning role.
In this role, you will help coordinate production schedules, monitor materials, and work closely with plant teams to ensure products are manufactured and delivered on time. You will gain valuable exposure to production planning, inventory management, supply chain operations, and ERP systems while developing skills critical to a career in manufacturing and operations.
This role is based in Andover, MA
In this role you will be responsible for the following:
Production Planning & Scheduling
- Assist in creating and maintaining production schedules based on customer demand, available materials, labor, and equipment capacity.
- Monitor production activities and help adjust schedules to address changes in priorities, delays, or resource constraints.
- Track production progress and collaborate with operations teams to support on-time completion of manufacturing orders.
- Support forecasting and planning activities by providing production and inventory information.
- Work with Procurement and Supply Chain teams to help ensure raw materials are available when needed for production.
- Monitor inventory levels of raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods.
- Maintain accurate planning data within ERP systems, including bills of materials (BOMs), lead times, and production information.
- Help identify opportunities to improve inventory accuracy and production efficiency.
- Assist with managing manufacturing and intercompany production orders.
- Track order status and communicate updates to internal stakeholders.
- Prepare reports and maintain planning metrics such as schedule attainment, inventory levels, and production performance.
- Use Excel and other tools to analyze data and support decision-making.
- Partner with Operations, Procurement, Customer Service, Logistics, and Finance teams to support production goals.
- Communicate scheduling changes, material shortages, and production priorities.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, and customer service.
Requirements:
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Engineering, or a related field or equivalent manufacturing experience.
- 0-3 years of experience in manufacturing, production planning, scheduling, inventory control, supply chain, operations, or related environments.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Comfortable working with data and solving problems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems is a plus.
- Experience with Syspro is preferred but not required.
- Knowledge of MRP, production planning, inventory management, or supply chain concepts is a plus.
- Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or Python experience is beneficial but not required.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Eagerness to learn and grow within a manufacturing and supply chain organization.
- Compensation: $60,000.00-$75,000.00 a year. Actual pay is dependent on candidates’ overall skills for the role
- Annual bonus eligible
- Progressive paid time off policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge
- 401K Employer contribution plan, with eligibility the first of the month following 90 days of employment
- Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs
- A values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Trust and Execution
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ICP Group is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Associate Production Planner to support our manufacturing operations in Andover, MA. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate interested in supply chain, operations, or manufacturing, or for an experienced manufacturing professional looking to transition into a planning role.
In this role, you will help coordinate production schedules, monitor materials, and work closely with plant teams to ensure products are manufactured and delivered on time. You will gain valuable exposure to production planning, inventory management, supply chain operations, and ERP systems while developing skills critical to a career in manufacturing and operations.
This role is based in Andover, MA
In this role you will be responsible for the following:
Production Planning & Scheduling
- Assist in creating and maintaining production schedules based on customer demand, available materials, labor, and equipment capacity.
- Monitor production activities and help adjust schedules to address changes in priorities, delays, or resource constraints.
- Track production progress and collaborate with operations teams to support on-time completion of manufacturing orders.
- Support forecasting and planning activities by providing production and inventory information.
- Work with Procurement and Supply Chain teams to help ensure raw materials are available when needed for production.
- Monitor inventory levels of raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods.
- Maintain accurate planning data within ERP systems, including bills of materials (BOMs), lead times, and production information.
- Help identify opportunities to improve inventory accuracy and production efficiency.
- Assist with managing manufacturing and intercompany production orders.
- Track order status and communicate updates to internal stakeholders.
- Prepare reports and maintain planning metrics such as schedule attainment, inventory levels, and production performance.
- Use Excel and other tools to analyze data and support decision-making.
- Partner with Operations, Procurement, Customer Service, Logistics, and Finance teams to support production goals.
- Communicate scheduling changes, material shortages, and production priorities.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, and customer service.
Requirements:
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Engineering, or a related field or equivalent manufacturing experience.
- 0-3 years of experience in manufacturing, production planning, scheduling, inventory control, supply chain, operations, or related environments.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Comfortable working with data and solving problems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems is a plus.
- Experience with Syspro is preferred but not required.
- Knowledge of MRP, production planning, inventory management, or supply chain concepts is a plus.
- Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or Python experience is beneficial but not required.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Eagerness to learn and grow within a manufacturing and supply chain organization.
- Compensation: $60,000.00-$75,000.00 a year. Actual pay is dependent on candidates’ overall skills for the role
- Annual bonus eligible
- Progressive paid time off policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge
- 401K Employer contribution plan, with eligibility the first of the month following 90 days of employment
- Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs
- A values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Trust and Execution
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The qualifications that appear most often in production associate jobs across Massachusetts.
- High school diploma or GED required by most Massachusetts manufacturing employers
- Prior experience operating production line equipment or assembly machinery preferred
- Ability to follow standard operating procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
- Familiarity with quality control processes, inspection standards, or ISO documentation
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds regularly
- Basic proficiency with inventory or production tracking systems such as SAP or similar ERP
Production Associate Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a production associate in Massachusetts?
Most production associate roles in Massachusetts require a high school diploma or equivalent, with no state-issued license mandated for the general position. However, candidates targeting life sciences or pharmaceutical manufacturing should pursue OSHA 10 or 30-hour certification and GMP training, which Massachusetts employers in regulated industries treat as near-mandatory. Completing a certificate program through a Massachusetts community college, such as those offered by Quinsigamond Community College or Middlesex Community College in advanced manufacturing, significantly strengthens an application.
Which companies hire production associates in Massachusetts?
Companies currently hiring production associates in Massachusetts include Altium Packaging, FIS, and Airgas, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Massachusetts's concentration of life sciences, defense, and medical device manufacturers means large anchor employers like Thermo Fisher Scientific, Raytheon Technologies, and Boston Scientific are consistently among the most active hirers in the state.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most production associate jobs?
Turners Falls, Canton, and Dracut have the most production associate openings in Massachusetts. Greater Boston drives the largest share of demand thanks to its dense concentration of biotech and pharmaceutical manufacturers, while Worcester's industrial base and Lowell's history as a manufacturing center anchor strong hiring in those metros, including roles tied to defense contractors and medical device firms operating in those corridors.
Are there remote production associate jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, but they're rare. Production associate work is inherently hands-on and tied to a physical manufacturing floor, cleanroom, or assembly line, so fully remote roles represent a small fraction of total openings. About 0% of production associate openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve production scheduling, quality documentation review, or supply chain coordination rather than direct floor work.
How can I get hired as a production associate in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to temp-to-hire or contract production roles through Massachusetts manufacturing employers, many of which use staffing partnerships to bring on new workers before converting them to full-time. Large employers like Thermo Fisher Scientific and Raytheon Technologies run structured onboarding programs that train entry-level hires on GMP compliance and equipment operation. Completing an OSHA 10-hour certification or a short advanced manufacturing certificate from a Massachusetts community college gives candidates a clear edge over other applicants with no floor experience.
Where can I find and apply to production associate jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to production associate jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, preferred location, and industry, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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