Manufacturing Associate Visa Sponsorship Jobs in New Hampshire
New Hampshire's manufacturing sector spans medical devices, aerospace components, and defense systems, with employers like BAE Systems in Nashua and Hitchiner Manufacturing in Milford actively hiring. International candidates pursuing manufacturing associate roles will find the most opportunity clustered around the Merrimack Valley corridor and Manchester, where precision manufacturing facilities are concentrated.
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Manufacturing Technician - NIGHTS
Facility: Manufacturing
Location: West Lebanon, NH, US
About the Department
Site New Hampshire, located in West Lebanon, is where Novo Nordisk’s life-saving treatments are brought to life. Our manufacturing facility produces a global supply of our hemophilia and growth hormone product lines, as well as our next generation of cutting-edge medications.
What we offer you:
- Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
- 36 Paid days off including vacation, sick days & company holidays
- Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
- Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
- 14 weeks Paid Parental Leave
- Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources and mentorship to grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential?
The Position
Our team of Manufacturing Technicians is looking for a new colleague to join them as soon as possible! Our department consists of several teams working hard to manufacture our life-saving medicine. This role will be joining our team responsible for the recovery and purification process of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) for the medicine we produce. The technicians are continuously working with our teams of engineers, scientists, process associates, facilities support, QA and other stakeholders to improve and simplify our processes. The Manufacturing Technician can expect a dynamic and fast-paced day centered around production activities on our shopfloor. The shopfloor is fully gowned and a clean manufacturing environment (more details in the essential functions).
We are looking for a team player who is curious, energetic, and who likes staying engaged. In this job you will get a chance to develop your production skills via training, experience, and on the job training. And we want our technicians to be encouraged to engage in optimization of our standards & structures on a daily basis. We expect you to be eager to learn and have a can-do attitude when it comes to collaboration, have agility in your day-to-day work tasks, and be able to adapt to changes with a positive mindset.
This role is based onsite at our West Lebanon, NH bioproduction facility with our Front End Nights Manufacturing team, the work schedule for this is as follows:
- Week 1: 7PM-7AM Sunday, Monday, Tuesday
- Week 2: 7PM-7AM Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday
- The first 3-4 weeks will be training in our 'bootcamp' for Manufacturing Technicians. Schedule will be Monday-Friday 8AM-4:30PM, until the transition to the shift schedule
Relationships
Reports to: Shift Manager
Essential Functions
- Product manufacturing and product manufacturing support activities
- Completion of routine documentation associated with the manufacture of product
- Support in-process activities and product development when instructed by supervisor
- Incorporate pre-planned process improvements/cost reduction program into manufacturing
- Perform area equipment and process validations in accordance with validation procedures
- Perform in-process product testing in accordance with standard procedures
- Working in the cleanroom areas may require wearing: hairnet, beard cover, frocks/coveralls, shoe covers, snood, face mask, sterile gloves, and to follow GMP processes at all times. Examples of prohibited materials in cleanroom areas may include (but are not limited to): food/drink/gum, jewelry, cosmetics, nail acrylics, perfume/cologne, and personal cell phones
- Support manufacturing activities in other departments as instructed by supervisor
- Performs all job duties and responsibilities in a compliant and ethical manner and in accordance with all applicable healthcare laws, regulations and industry codes
- Incorporates the Novo Nordisk Way and 10 Essentials in all activities and interactions with others
Physical Requirements
0-10% overnight travel required. The ability to climb, balance, stoop, reach, stand and walk. The ability to push, lift, grasp, finger and feel. The ability to speak, listen, and understand verbal and written communication. Repetition including substantial movement of wrists, hands, and or fingers. Lifting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Visual acuity to perform close activities such as: reading, writing, and analysing; and to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations. The working environment includes a variety of physical conditions including: noise, close proximity to moving parts and equipment, and exposure to chemicals; atmospheric conditions including: odours, fumes and dust.
Qualifications
Education and Certifications:
+ High School diploma or Associates Degree or equivalent with a minimum of three (3) years experience, relevant manufacturing preferred or
+ Bachelors’ Degree in a science discipline with zero (0) years’ experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
+ Knowledge of cGMP operations preferable
+ The ability to understand and execute established written instructions is essential
We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.
At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.
Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.
If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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Which companies sponsor visas for manufacturing associates in New Hampshire?
BAE Systems in Nashua is one of the more active sponsors in the state, given its large defense manufacturing operations. Hitchiner Manufacturing in Milford, Velcro Americas in Manchester, and various medical device manufacturers along the Route 3 corridor have also filed sponsorship petitions for production and manufacturing roles. Sponsorship availability varies by role type, plant size, and workforce needs at any given time.
Which visa types are most common for manufacturing associate roles in New Hampshire?
H-1B visa is the most common visa for manufacturing associates when the role requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, materials science, or a related technical field. EB-3 green card sponsorship appears for skilled production positions where employers cannot find qualified domestic workers. TN visas apply to Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering or scientific technician roles. Roles that are primarily manual or supervisory without a degree requirement are less likely to qualify for H-1B.
Which cities in New Hampshire have the most manufacturing associate sponsorship jobs?
Nashua leads the state for manufacturing sponsorship activity, driven by its concentration of defense and electronics manufacturers. Manchester, as the state's largest city, also has a meaningful number of production facilities hiring internationally. Milford, Claremont, and Keene represent smaller but active manufacturing hubs, particularly in precision machining, specialty chemicals, and aerospace component production.
How to find manufacturing associate visa sponsorship jobs in New Hampshire?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, so you can search manufacturing associate roles in New Hampshire without sorting through employers who don't sponsor. The platform is built for international candidates and surfaces positions where employers have a documented history of sponsoring work visas, which is particularly useful in a smaller state market like New Hampshire where sponsoring manufacturers are spread across several distinct regional corridors.
Are there state-specific considerations for manufacturing associate roles in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire has no state income tax, which affects prevailing wage comparisons when reviewing offer packages. The state's manufacturing base skews toward precision and technical production rather than high-volume consumer goods, meaning employers often require specialized skills in quality systems, CNC operation, or cleanroom environments. Candidates with backgrounds in defense-adjacent manufacturing or ISO-certified production environments tend to be more competitive with New Hampshire sponsors.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored manufacturing associate jobs in New Hampshire?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.