Chemicals & Materials OPT Jobs in Massachusetts
Chemicals and materials F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Massachusetts are concentrated around the state's dense biotech and specialty chemicals corridor, with employers like Dow, MilliporeSigma, and Cabot Corporation hiring OPT-eligible graduates. Boston, Cambridge, and Woburn host the highest concentration of roles, drawing students from MIT, Northeastern, and UMass Amherst into polymer science, materials engineering, and chemical process positions.
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Holyoke
Requisition ID: 55006
If you are a current employee click here to apply.
Sealed Air designs and delivers packaging solutions that protect essential goods transported worldwide, preserve food, enable e-commerce and digital connectivity, and help create a global supply chain that is touchless, safer, less wasteful, and more resilient. We strive to foster a caring, high-performance growth culture that will deliver consistent, sustainable profitable growth and accelerate our performance – a culture where accountability is clear and aligned, and where we reward business outcomes and impact. That culture guides everything we do, including how we partner with our customers and suppliers, how we attract and retain top talent, and how we create and deliver value to our stakeholders. In 2025, Sealed Air generated $5.4 billion in sales and has approximately 16,100 employees who serve customers in 119 countries/territories.
Position Summary
The Group Performance Leader (GPL) is responsible for driving the on-time execution of the production schedule, as well as leading the production teams in meeting performance targets. This position leads meetings with support groups to address safety standards, performance, quality, and team development.
Responsibilities
- Drives daily performance of the production teams on various shifts.
- Manages the Team Performance Leads (TPLs) and production team members emphasizing focus on safety, quality, efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Manages daily performance and performance KPIs and implements strategies to increase output, reduce costs, and optimize site resources.
- Works with Maintenance to coordinate planned maintenance activities.
- Directs all activities related to operations and production in accordance with Global Supply Chain's business plan and the strategic goals of the Company and business units.
- Collaborates with colleagues to achieve safety and environmental performance objectives for the department.
- Coordinates EHS and supports monthly safety reviews that include Process Safety Management (PSM) covered processes.
- Supports problem solving activities related to safety, quality and performance on the production floor and administers disciplinary action.
- Communicates the Company's and Global Supply Chain's strategic goals and vision for site.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required; Engineering, Technical, Business, or Operations preferred.
3-5 years of relevant manufacturing/operational leadership experience.
Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on understanding of industrial equipment and systems.
Experience in Continuous Improvement Systems; Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt+ preferred.
This role operates in a Process Safety Management (PSM) regulated environment. Prior PSM experience is not required; however, candidates should be comfortable working in compliance-driven settings with strict safety and regulatory standards, and leading monthly safety reviews that include PSM covered processes.
Leadership experience includes managing direct reports, assigning work, providing coaching and training, writing and delivering performance evaluations, and developing staff development.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with professional presentation.
Skilled in MS Office Suite.
Experience with SAP, Power BI, and other analysis tools preferred.
Pay Transparency
Salary Range: $74,500-$128,455
The range disclosed complies with applicable state and local pay transparency laws. Offers within this range will be determined by considering relevant factors including education, experience, and internal alignment. This position may also be eligible for annual performance bonuses and other incentive programs. Sealed Air offers a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and other benefits designed to promote well-being.
Benefits and Perks
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discounts
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid elder care
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Requisition id: 55006
Relocation: Yes
Sealed Air is committed to attracting, selecting, and developing talent that reflects the diversity of the communities and customers we serve. We take pride in our selection process to identify, infuse, and grow talent to align with our culture, values, and norms. Sealed Air prioritizes talent development, fostering a culture of continuous growth and career progression. The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and to all employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
Please be cautious of fraudulent recruiting efforts using the Sealed Air name or logo. Sealed Air will never request private information during the application process, such as a Driver's License or Social Security Number. If you have any concerns about information received from SEE during the application process, please reach out to us directly at globalta@sealedair.com.
Information at a Glance
WHY WORK AT SEALED AIR?
It is our responsibility to leverage what we have to affect positive and meaningful change for our communities and planet using Sealed Air’s global resources and expertise.
Corporate sustainability - it’s about improving the lives of people around the world by addressing pressing needs in the communities where we and our customers operate.
Customer Success - meeting our customers' needs. At Sealed Air it’s more than a goal, it’s an integral part of our business practices, our innovative solutions, and our values.
Leaving our communities better than we found them through dedication of time, talent and resources.
Manufacturing Supervisor
Holyoke
Requisition ID: 55006
If you are a current employee click here to apply.
Sealed Air designs and delivers packaging solutions that protect essential goods transported worldwide, preserve food, enable e-commerce and digital connectivity, and help create a global supply chain that is touchless, safer, less wasteful, and more resilient. We strive to foster a caring, high-performance growth culture that will deliver consistent, sustainable profitable growth and accelerate our performance – a culture where accountability is clear and aligned, and where we reward business outcomes and impact. That culture guides everything we do, including how we partner with our customers and suppliers, how we attract and retain top talent, and how we create and deliver value to our stakeholders. In 2025, Sealed Air generated $5.4 billion in sales and has approximately 16,100 employees who serve customers in 119 countries/territories.
Position Summary
The Group Performance Leader (GPL) is responsible for driving the on-time execution of the production schedule, as well as leading the production teams in meeting performance targets. This position leads meetings with support groups to address safety standards, performance, quality, and team development.
Responsibilities
- Drives daily performance of the production teams on various shifts.
- Manages the Team Performance Leads (TPLs) and production team members emphasizing focus on safety, quality, efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Manages daily performance and performance KPIs and implements strategies to increase output, reduce costs, and optimize site resources.
- Works with Maintenance to coordinate planned maintenance activities.
- Directs all activities related to operations and production in accordance with Global Supply Chain's business plan and the strategic goals of the Company and business units.
- Collaborates with colleagues to achieve safety and environmental performance objectives for the department.
- Coordinates EHS and supports monthly safety reviews that include Process Safety Management (PSM) covered processes.
- Supports problem solving activities related to safety, quality and performance on the production floor and administers disciplinary action.
- Communicates the Company's and Global Supply Chain's strategic goals and vision for site.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required; Engineering, Technical, Business, or Operations preferred.
3-5 years of relevant manufacturing/operational leadership experience.
Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on understanding of industrial equipment and systems.
Experience in Continuous Improvement Systems; Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt+ preferred.
This role operates in a Process Safety Management (PSM) regulated environment. Prior PSM experience is not required; however, candidates should be comfortable working in compliance-driven settings with strict safety and regulatory standards, and leading monthly safety reviews that include PSM covered processes.
Leadership experience includes managing direct reports, assigning work, providing coaching and training, writing and delivering performance evaluations, and developing staff development.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with professional presentation.
Skilled in MS Office Suite.
Experience with SAP, Power BI, and other analysis tools preferred.
Pay Transparency
Salary Range: $74,500-$128,455
The range disclosed complies with applicable state and local pay transparency laws. Offers within this range will be determined by considering relevant factors including education, experience, and internal alignment. This position may also be eligible for annual performance bonuses and other incentive programs. Sealed Air offers a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and other benefits designed to promote well-being.
Benefits and Perks
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discounts
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid elder care
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Requisition id: 55006
Relocation: Yes
Sealed Air is committed to attracting, selecting, and developing talent that reflects the diversity of the communities and customers we serve. We take pride in our selection process to identify, infuse, and grow talent to align with our culture, values, and norms. Sealed Air prioritizes talent development, fostering a culture of continuous growth and career progression. The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and to all employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
Please be cautious of fraudulent recruiting efforts using the Sealed Air name or logo. Sealed Air will never request private information during the application process, such as a Driver's License or Social Security Number. If you have any concerns about information received from SEE during the application process, please reach out to us directly at globalta@sealedair.com.
Information at a Glance
WHY WORK AT SEALED AIR?
It is our responsibility to leverage what we have to affect positive and meaningful change for our communities and planet using Sealed Air’s global resources and expertise.
Corporate sustainability - it’s about improving the lives of people around the world by addressing pressing needs in the communities where we and our customers operate.
Customer Success - meeting our customers' needs. At Sealed Air it’s more than a goal, it’s an integral part of our business practices, our innovative solutions, and our values.
Leaving our communities better than we found them through dedication of time, talent and resources.
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Which chemicals and materials companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Massachusetts?
Several established employers in Massachusetts have a track record of hiring F-1 OPT candidates in chemicals and materials roles. These include Cabot Corporation, headquartered in Boston, MilliporeSigma with operations in Burlington, and specialty materials firms clustered in the Route 128 corridor. Smaller contract manufacturers and materials startups in the greater Boston area also regularly bring on OPT workers, particularly for lab-based and process engineering positions.
Which cities in Massachusetts have the most chemicals and materials F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Boston and Cambridge lead in chemicals and materials OPT hiring, largely due to proximity to major research universities and established industry tenants. Woburn, Waltham, and Billerica along the Route 128 technology belt host a significant number of specialty chemicals and advanced materials employers. Worcester also has a growing presence, supported by WPI graduates and regional manufacturers with consistent OPT hiring activity.
What types of chemicals and materials roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Roles that align directly with a student's degree field qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship. In chemicals and materials, this typically includes process engineer, materials scientist, polymer chemist, quality control chemist, R&D associate, and analytical chemist positions. The role must be directly related to the student's area of study, so a chemical engineering graduate working in formulation development would generally qualify, while an unrelated administrative role would not.
How do I find chemicals and materials F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Massachusetts?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters job listings by visa type and industry, making it straightforward to search for chemicals and materials roles in Massachusetts that are open to F-1 OPT candidates. Beyond Migrate Mate, attending career fairs at MIT, Northeastern, and UMass Amherst and connecting with university international student offices can surface employers with active OPT hiring pipelines in this industry.
Are there any Massachusetts-specific considerations for F-1 OPT in the chemicals and materials industry?
Massachusetts has no state-level restrictions on F-1 OPT employment, but the chemicals and materials industry here skews heavily toward research and advanced manufacturing, meaning many roles require security clearance eligibility or access to export-controlled technology under ITAR and EAR regulations. F-1 OPT students who are foreign nationals may be ineligible for certain positions involving controlled substances or restricted research. Reviewing a job posting's citizenship or export control requirements before applying is important.