Manufacturing F-1 STEM OPT Sponsorship Jobs in New Hampshire
Manufacturing F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in New Hampshire are concentrated around Manchester, Nashua, and the Merrimack Valley corridor, where employers like BAE Systems, Benchmark Electronics, and Segway-Ninebot maintain engineering and production operations. New Hampshire's advanced manufacturing sector, spanning defense, electronics, and precision machining, regularly hires STEM graduates in roles that qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension.
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If you're ready for a challenging career that provides you with the ability to advance personally and professionally, look to Timken. Our associates make the world more productive by improving the efficiency and reliability of the machinery that keeps industry in motion.
LOCATION: Keene, NH
Job Type: Full Time
Shift: Day Shift
Salary Range: $71,280 - $87,120
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Competitive Pay
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision coverage.
- Benefits start on first day of employment.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with generous company match.
- 10 paid holidays per year plus paid vacation.
- Paid parental leave at one year of service.
- Employee discounts on products and services.
- Education expense reimbursement, eligible to apply on first day of employment.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
Position Summary:
This position is responsible for creating a detailed master production schedule for Keene plant operations using SAP to meet customer demand requirements while minimizing inventory investment and maximizing capacity utilization and productivity. The majority of the work performed for this position will be done inside of the SAP planning time-fence. This position is also expected to continually improve the production planning and scheduling process and function.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Utilizes the SAP system to releases production orders, addresses MPS exception messages, reviews and maintains master data as appropriate to ensure system accuracy.
- Converts firm, planned orders to production orders to meet the master schedule taking into account FAIRs, or DT requirements.
- Aligns the master production schedule with known levels of capacity. Makes recommendations on changes to work center availability, utilization and rates.
- Reviews assembly summaries and will take appropriate actions to re-plan shortages and disposition excess materials.
- TECO of production orders and troubleshooting confirmation issues between SAP.
- Participates in the monthly supply meeting, SI&OP process, weekly schedule attainment process. Analyzes demand for NAR improvements with emphasis on DPAS-rated orders.
- Adhoc analysis of demand and inventory as it relates to the MPS and schedule attainment.
- This will require knowledge of SAP, Excel or other analytical platforms required to complete the task.
- All other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:
- Strong communication and team skills.
- Experienced in data-mining and analysis (Excel, SAP, Access)
- Minimum 6 months of SAP (or other ERP) experience in Order-To-Cash, Supply Chain or Procure-To-Pay function.
- Manufacturing / production experience.
- 3-5 years production planning using ERP.
- Knowledge and understanding of manufacturing principles and processes.
- APICS or CPIM certification.
- Strong computer skills (Microsoft office suite proficient - Excel, Power point, SAP/MS Project experience.
All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Timken is a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion. Our expanding portfolio of next-generation solutions helps customers around the world improve efficiency, solve their toughest challenges, and push the boundaries of performance. We employ 19,000 people globally, operate from 45 countries, and posted $4.6 billion in sales in 2025.
We have been recognized as one of America's Most Responsible Companies 6x by Newsweek and one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® 15x by Ethisphere.
WHY CHOOSE TIMKEN?
- Over a century of knowledge and innovation
- A culture of top performance
- A global, diverse environment
- Products that contribute to a sustainable world
- A conviction to improve communities around us
- Competitive salary and benefits
JOB SEGMENT: Strategic Planning, Supply Chain, ERP, SAP, Data Mining, Strategy, Operations, Technology
INTRODUCTION
If you're ready for a challenging career that provides you with the ability to advance personally and professionally, look to Timken. Our associates make the world more productive by improving the efficiency and reliability of the machinery that keeps industry in motion.
LOCATION: Keene, NH
Job Type: Full Time
Shift: Day Shift
Salary Range: $71,280 - $87,120
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Competitive Pay
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision coverage.
- Benefits start on first day of employment.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with generous company match.
- 10 paid holidays per year plus paid vacation.
- Paid parental leave at one year of service.
- Employee discounts on products and services.
- Education expense reimbursement, eligible to apply on first day of employment.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
Position Summary:
This position is responsible for creating a detailed master production schedule for Keene plant operations using SAP to meet customer demand requirements while minimizing inventory investment and maximizing capacity utilization and productivity. The majority of the work performed for this position will be done inside of the SAP planning time-fence. This position is also expected to continually improve the production planning and scheduling process and function.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Utilizes the SAP system to releases production orders, addresses MPS exception messages, reviews and maintains master data as appropriate to ensure system accuracy.
- Converts firm, planned orders to production orders to meet the master schedule taking into account FAIRs, or DT requirements.
- Aligns the master production schedule with known levels of capacity. Makes recommendations on changes to work center availability, utilization and rates.
- Reviews assembly summaries and will take appropriate actions to re-plan shortages and disposition excess materials.
- TECO of production orders and troubleshooting confirmation issues between SAP.
- Participates in the monthly supply meeting, SI&OP process, weekly schedule attainment process. Analyzes demand for NAR improvements with emphasis on DPAS-rated orders.
- Adhoc analysis of demand and inventory as it relates to the MPS and schedule attainment.
- This will require knowledge of SAP, Excel or other analytical platforms required to complete the task.
- All other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:
- Strong communication and team skills.
- Experienced in data-mining and analysis (Excel, SAP, Access)
- Minimum 6 months of SAP (or other ERP) experience in Order-To-Cash, Supply Chain or Procure-To-Pay function.
- Manufacturing / production experience.
- 3-5 years production planning using ERP.
- Knowledge and understanding of manufacturing principles and processes.
- APICS or CPIM certification.
- Strong computer skills (Microsoft office suite proficient - Excel, Power point, SAP/MS Project experience.
All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Timken is a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion. Our expanding portfolio of next-generation solutions helps customers around the world improve efficiency, solve their toughest challenges, and push the boundaries of performance. We employ 19,000 people globally, operate from 45 countries, and posted $4.6 billion in sales in 2025.
We have been recognized as one of America's Most Responsible Companies 6x by Newsweek and one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® 15x by Ethisphere.
WHY CHOOSE TIMKEN?
- Over a century of knowledge and innovation
- A culture of top performance
- A global, diverse environment
- Products that contribute to a sustainable world
- A conviction to improve communities around us
- Competitive salary and benefits
JOB SEGMENT: Strategic Planning, Supply Chain, ERP, SAP, Data Mining, Strategy, Operations, Technology
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Search Manufacturing Jobs in New HampshireManufacturing Jobs in New Hampshire: Frequently Asked Questions
Which manufacturing companies sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas in New Hampshire?
Defense and electronics manufacturers are among the most active F-1 STEM OPT employers in New Hampshire. BAE Systems has a significant presence in Nashua, hiring engineers across defense electronics programs. Benchmark Electronics operates facilities in the state with roles in manufacturing engineering and quality. Smaller precision manufacturers in the Merrimack Valley also hire STEM OPT candidates, particularly for process engineering and automation roles. Sponsorship history varies by company size and hiring cycle, so confirming active OPT participation with each employer directly is advisable.
Which cities in New Hampshire have the most manufacturing F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
Nashua and Manchester account for the majority of manufacturing STEM OPT opportunities in New Hampshire, driven by defense contractors, electronics firms, and advanced materials companies clustered in the southern tier. Concord and the Merrimack corridor also have active manufacturing employers, particularly in precision machining and industrial equipment. New Hampshire's southern counties benefit from proximity to the greater Boston labor market, which influences employer familiarity with F-1 OPT work authorization.
How do I find manufacturing F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in New Hampshire?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 STEM OPT job seekers and filters manufacturing roles by verified sponsorship history, so you can see which New Hampshire employers have supported OPT students before. Unlike general job boards, Migrate Mate surfaces employers with documented STEM OPT participation, which is particularly useful in a smaller-market state like New Hampshire where manufacturing sponsors are concentrated in specific companies and regions rather than spread broadly across the state.
What types of manufacturing roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in New Hampshire?
Roles that qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension must be directly related to the student's STEM degree and classified under a STEM-designated program. In New Hampshire manufacturing, qualifying positions commonly include mechanical and electrical engineering roles, manufacturing process engineering, quality assurance engineering, automation and controls engineering, and materials science positions. Production management roles may qualify if the position requires and directly applies an eligible engineering or applied science degree. The O*NET classification of the role and its alignment with the student's specific degree field both factor into eligibility.
Are there state-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT manufacturing jobs in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire has no state income tax on wages, which can be relevant context when comparing offers across state lines. Defense manufacturing employers in Nashua, including those with federal contracts, may require background checks or security clearance eligibility, which can affect timelines for F-1 students. Employers participating in the STEM OPT program are required to be E-Verify enrolled, and New Hampshire manufacturers with federal contracts are typically already enrolled. The state's smaller manufacturing base means that targeted outreach to specific employers with OPT hiring history is generally more productive than broad applications.