30 Manufacturing jobs in Westborough

Key Responsibilities:

• Process Development and Optimization: Design and implement new manufacturing processes, tools, and equipment. Continuously improve existing processes to enhance production efficiency and reduce waste.
• Troubleshooting and Problem Solving: Address production challenges, including equipment malfunctions, quality issues, and delays. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve problems.
• Project Management: Lead or assist in the planning and execution of manufacturing projects, including new product introductions, equipment upgrades, and facility improvements.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Collect, analyze, and report on production data to monitor efficiency, identify trends, and propose improvements. Use tools like Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and other methodologies to optimize workflows.
• Equipment and Facility Support: Ensure that all manufacturing equipment is functioning properly. Coordinate with maintenance and operations teams to ensure uptime and minimize disruptions.
• Collaboration: Work closely with R&D, quality, and production teams to ensure seamless integration of new products into manufacturing processes. Provide technical support for product design modifications.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of processes, equipment specifications, and process improvements. Ensure that documentation meets regulatory and company standards.
• Compliance and Safety: Ensure that manufacturing processes comply with all safety, health, environmental, and quality regulations.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

• 3-5 years of direct floor support experience in an electro-mechanical assembly and test environment

• Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD software and blueprint reading.
• Strong understanding of basic hydraulic and pneumatic systems (including plumbing valves, regulators etc.)
• Basic knowledge of electrical circuits including reading wiring / electrical diagrams
• Hands-on experience with electrical assembly including wire connection preparation, soldering, etc.
• Proven track record of fixture and production cell design to accommodate novel processing techniques
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to analyze data and make decisions based on insights.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• Familiarity with quality management systems (QMS) and regulatory standards such as ISO 9001 & 17025
• Certification in Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing is a plus.
• Familiarity with Laser and TIG welding.
• Familiarity with common programming languages and methodologies.

• On-site position in Franklin, MA, working closely with production teams and management.
• Occasional travel to vendors or other facilities may be required.

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ADMET is a leading global manufacturer of materials testing systems for customers in the automotive, aerospace, biomedical, composites, plastics, and metals industries, as well as major universities and government laboratories. We empower quality control and R&D teams to perform thorough, repeatable testing aligned with ASTM, ISO, or self -developed standards. Our solutions seamlessly integrate testing into our customers operations and produce precise mechanical property insights. In our Norwood, MA factory, we build both catalog and custom-engineered testing machines.

Were seeking a manufacturing assembly technician to report directly to ADMETs EVP. In this role, youll lead the charge on building our testing machines and preparing them for shipment to customers. The ideal candidates should possess a solid mix of both mechanical and electrical aptitude, along with a personality that allows flexibility in managing a variety of different tasks in a fast-paced factory environment. You should have the ability to wear various hats and be versatile in daily tasks, and frequently work with various teams.

Responsibilities Include:

• Perform both mechanical and electrical portions of assembly of ADMETs materials testing machines and controllers
• Read, interpret, and follow engineering schematics, drawings, specifications, and instructions to ensure accurate builds
• Train on and use standard shop tools and machinery to ensure that all components and subassemblies are built correctly
• Wire electrical panels to meet electrical schematics and integrate to mechanical components
• Assist in the development and documentation of assembly procedures for new testing machine designs
• Tightly follow all safety and quality policies communicated by ADMET at all times
• Prepare testing machines for shipment to ADMETs customers, sometimes building wooden crates for shipment

Required Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Degree from a vocational/technical school, or military technician experience, focused on mechanical/electrical assembly
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow build instructions, engineering drawings, and documentation
• Ability to use computer and communicate well both in person and through email, chat, text or phone
• Sufficient physical fitness to support hands-on assembly activities (e.g., lifting 50 pounds or turning a wrench)

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:

• 0 to 2 years of hands-on professional experience in electromechanical assembly technician role
• Ability to work with Microsoft Office and Google Business suites of applications
• Some mill/lathe machining experience or willingness to learn
• Comfort working in a fast-paced factory environment with tight deadlines and shifting priorities
• Basic carpentry skills with the ability to build shipping crates (or willingness to learn)

Salary and Benefits Information:

• Pay Range: 25/hour to 30/hour
• Work Type: Full-time in-person at ADMETs factory in Norwood, MA, with opportunity for periodic overtime
• Benefits Offered: 401(k) with company match, PTO, health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• Seniority level Not Applicable

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Management and Manufacturing
• Industries Machinery Manufacturing

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Position Summary

Manages a major Werfen Manufacturing operation. Organizes the workday for multiple Assemblers, Testers, and Technicians to achieve production goals set by Werfen Sales & Operations Planning. Provides floor leadership for continuous improvement efforts focused on process improvement and optimization, and improved financial performance of the factory. Coordinates with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Engineering, R&D and Process Engineering for the Design Transfer of new products into production, and validations for manufacturing equipment, fixtures, processes and procedures.

Position Summary

Manages a major Werfen Manufacturing operation. Organizes the workday for multiple Assemblers, Testers, and Technicians to achieve production goals set by Werfen Sales & Operations Planning. Provides floor leadership for continuous improvement efforts focused on process improvement and optimization, and improved financial performance of the factory. Coordinates with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Engineering, R&D and Process Engineering for the Design Transfer of new products into production, and validations for manufacturing equipment, fixtures, processes and procedures.

Responsibilities

Key Accountabilities

Essential Functions

• Provides leadership in support of all business objectives for Finished Goods fulfillment, Quality, and Cost.
• Manages subordinate supervisors and Group Leaders.
• Hire and develop staff to remain compliant with all applicable industry regulatory standards.
• Conducts performance appraisals and coaching for team members and makes recommendations about salary actions, reclassifications, transfer or termination.
• Able to resolve conflict between personnel and departments through the application of listening skills, facilitation skills and negotiating skills.
• Able to remove oneself from the problem.
• Fosters a collaborative, professional climate that will maximize the contributions of all project team members.
• Coordinates with the Materials and Warehouse departments to assure smooth continuation of production through final packaging for shipment.
• Ensures compliance with all Company safety, health, GMP, and ISO 13485 standards.
• Provides oversight for accurate labor records.
• Ensures Work Orders and SAP transactions are executed properly.
• Responsible for Continuous Improvement of production factory capabilities by reducing and eliminating Non-Value Add operations through LEAN and Green Belt projects.
• Responsible for identifying and organizing cross-functional efforts in the resolution of product and production process issues.
• Mana ges the NCR process within the factory to accurately account for material rejects.
• Assures procedures used on the production floor are complaint to the work performed
• Provides direct hands-on work toward the accomplishment of department goals when necessary.
  
  

• Team Budget
  
  

• To be determined based on department needs
  
  

• Possess advanced management, budgeting, employee relations and administrative skills Conflict management, process management, self-knowledge
• Capable of translating S&OP demand planning into day-to-day production output
  
  

• Building Talent: Planning and supporting the development of individuals knowledge, skills, and abilities so that they can fulfill current or future job responsibilities more effectively.
• Customer Focus: Ensuring that the internal or external customers perspective is a driving force behind strategic priorities, business decisions, organizational processes, and individual activities, crafting and implementing service practices that meet customers and own organizations needs? promoting and operationalizing customer service as a value.
• Decision Making: Identifying and understanding problems and opportunities by gathering, analyzing, and interpreting quantitative and qualitative information? choosing the best course of action by establishing clear decision criteria, generating and evaluating alternatives, and making timely decisions? taking action that is consistent with available facts and constraints and optimizes probable consequences.
• Driving for Results: Setting high goals for personal and group accomplishment? using measurement methods to monitor progress toward goals? tenaciously working to meet or exceed goals while deriving satisfaction from that achievement and continuous improvement.
• Driving Innovation: Creating an environment (culture) that inspires people to generate novel solutions with measurable value for existing and potential customers (internal or external) ? encouraging experimentation with new ways to solve work problems and seize opportunities that result in unique and differentiated solutions.
• Emotional Intelligence Essentials: Establishing and sustaining trusting relationships by accurately perceiving and interpreting own and others emotions and behavior? leveraging insights to effectively manage own responses so that ones behavior matches ones values and delivers intended results.
  
  

• BS degree or a certificate in a related field or equivalent
  
  

• Minimum 10 years of operations experience, including minimum 5 years of supervisory experience.
  
  

• Required: No

• Seniority level Director

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Management and Manufacturing
• Industries Medical Equipment Manufacturing

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Hutchinson Aerospace and Industry, is an industry leader in the design and manufacture of engineered solutions for the control of shock and vibration.
This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on individual with an eye for process improvements. The Manufacturing Process Technician is a key member of the manufacturing engineering team. In this role you will be involved with process development and industrialization for new products, and improvement of existing processes.

Position responsibilities include:

§ Understand, observe and enforce all safety practices.

§ Perform as technical liaison with production planning, operations and product engineering personnel

§ Plan and design manufacturing processes, as part of the project team, and following APQP principles if requested.

§ Maximize efficiency by analyzing layout of equipment, workflow, assembly methods and work force utilization

§ Review and evaluate proposed and processed engineering changes and/or other specification requirements.

§ Overview prototypes making operations during product development to ensure future manufacturability

§ Troubleshooting of main process issues, including tooling issues

§ Implement process improvements to drive tighter capability of our manufacturing processes (application of SPC principles)

Requirements:

§ Exhibit a high degree of responsibility with emphasis on safety.

§ 2+ years of related experience in a manufacturing business or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Rubber-to-metal molding or plastic molding experience is a PLUS. Associates or Bachelor's degree is a plus.

§ Experience working with adhesives and application of the adhesives to metals used in rubber to metal molding

§ Proven track record in program management and leadership, with the ability to communicate at all levels

§ Knowledge of design and development of molding tooling, lean manufacturing, and equipment design and assembly engineering

§ Experience working in a ISO/TS/AS 9100 environment

§ Knowledge of Process Control and SPC a plus

§ U.S. Citizenship

A unit of Hutchinson Worldwide, a market leader in the industrial rubber sector is a subsidiary of TotalEnergies - one of the top energy companies in the world with operations in more than 130 countries. Our diverse and dynamic environment emphasizes both personal and professional growth. We owe our success to our employees who combine their strong technical abilities with business development skills for an exciting and rewarding future. Excellent Career Opportunities with Growth Potential!
More information is available on the Internet at:

Hutchinson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status

Ken's Foods is currently seeking a Buyer to join our corporate headquarters in Marlborough, Massachusetts. This full-time, onsite role involves collaborating closely with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of ingredients essential for production in our Las Vegas Facility. The position emphasizes issue resolution, cross-functional teamwork, and supplier performance oversight.Ken's Foods has food manufacturing facilities in in Marlborough, MA; McDonough, GA; Lebanon, IN; and Las Vegas, NV. If you are looking for an opportunity within a dynamic organization, where you will make an impact, then Ken's could be the right place for you!Some of the duties and responsibilities include:Responsible for replenishment of materials, building trucks from various supplier locations, while monitoring lead times, order quantities, storage requirements, and shelf life (as applicable)Determine appropriate order quantities to balance demand and financial resources (i.e. available warehouse footprint)Manage and oversee reverse logistics with cross-functional business partners in the event of a material issueEnsure that volume, pricing, delivery terms and conditions are followed, including accurate freight costsBe adept at crisis management and have excellent multi-tasking skills when issues arise involving any materials used in productionInitiate and facilitate Supplier Business reviews to drive improvement and manage SuppliersProvide input into the strategic sourcing process (including document collection, regulatory, sample review, financial audit, etc.) and make recommendations, partnering with the Sourcing teamInterface with cross-functional Business Partners to drive value across the organizationREQUIREMENTSAbility to work 100% on site in Marlborough, MAFour-year degree in related field preferredAbility to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writingAbility to set priorities, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced and changing environmentAbility to establish cross-functional, collaborative relationships with business partners, with a focus on Plant PersonnelProficiency in managing supplier performance and being capable of driving continuous improvement with existing suppliers and Ken's Foods' PlantsAbility to effectively mentor/coach Purchasing Coordinators within Ken's FoodsPurchasing experience in Food manufacturing a plusSyspro or other ERP experience a plusEmployment with Ken's Foods is contingent upon successful completion of a drug test, background screening, and pre-employment assessment. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Ken's Foods is currently seeking a Buyer to join our corporate headquarters in Marlborough, Massachusetts. This full-time, onsite role involves collaborating closely with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of ingredients essential for production in our Las Vegas Facility. The position emphasizes issue resolution, cross-functional teamwork, and supplier performance oversight.

Ken's Foods has food manufacturing facilities in in Marlborough, MA; McDonough, GA; Lebanon, IN; and Las Vegas, NV. If you are looking for an opportunity within a dynamic organization, where you will make an impact, then Ken's could be the right place for you!

Some of the duties and responsibilities include:

• Responsible for replenishment of materials, building trucks from various supplier locations, while monitoring lead times, order quantities, storage requirements, and shelf life (as applicable)
• Determine appropriate order quantities to balance demand and financial resources (i.e. available warehouse footprint)

• Manage and oversee reverse logistics with cross-functional business partners in the event of a material issue
• Ensure that volume, pricing, delivery terms and conditions are followed, including accurate freight costs
• Be adept at crisis management and have excellent multi-tasking skills when issues arise involving any materials used in production
• Initiate and facilitate Supplier Business reviews to drive improvement and manage Suppliers

• Provide input into the strategic sourcing process (including document collection, regulatory, sample review, financial audit, etc.) and make recommendations, partnering with the Sourcing team

• Interface with cross-functional Business Partners to drive value across the organization

• Ability to work 100% on site in Marlborough, MA
• Four-year degree in related field preferred
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced and changing environment
• Ability to establish cross-functional, collaborative relationships with business partners, with a focus on Plant Personnel
• Proficiency in managing supplier performance and being capable of driving continuous improvement with existing suppliers and Ken's Foods' Plants
• Ability to effectively mentor/coach Purchasing Coordinators within Ken's Foods
• Purchasing experience in Food manufacturing a plus
• Syspro or other ERP experience a plus

Supply Chain Manager (Manufacturing)

Location: Leominster, MA (On-site)
Employment Type: Direct Hire | Full-time
Schedule: Monday Friday, 7:30 AM 4:00 PM (flexible)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to oversee all materials management activities within a leading manufacturing environment specializing in automated machinery for the pharmaceutical sector. This role will provide critical leadership across procurement, warehouse, and import/export operations, ensuring seamless material flow, optimal inventory levels, and high standards in vendor performance.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Vendor Management

• Oversee all procurement activities, including vendor selection, price negotiation, and purchase order management
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and vendor performance documentation
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities in collaboration with cross-functional teams

Import/Export & Logistics

• Ensure compliance with all applicable tax, tariff, and trade regulations
• Coordinate with carriers and freight partners to guarantee timely and accurate deliveries
• Expedite urgent orders as needed to meet production and customer deadlines

Warehouse & Inventory Oversight

• Supervise all shipping, receiving, and stockroom functions for efficient and accurate material handling
• Step in to assist with picking, packing, and receiving as required
• Monitor and adjust safety stock levels in line with usage trends and just-in-time practices

Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team across warehouse, purchasing, and logistics functions
• Partner closely with Engineering, Production, and Planning teams to ensure materials availability and drive process improvement
• Participate in production planning meetings to provide material readiness updates

Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Investigate defective parts, collaborate with vendors to implement corrective actions, and prevent future quality issues
• Stay current with industry developments and recommend technologies or processes to improve efficiency

Other

• Perform additional duties as assigned in support of materials management and organizational objectives

Candidate Profile: Must-Haves

• Minimum 5 years of experience in materials management within a manufacturing environment (covering procurement through shipping)
• Strong understanding of import/export regulations, tariffs, and taxes
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems
• Prior leadership or people management experience
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as needed

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid vacation, holidays, and PTO
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Profit sharing

If you are an adaptable and hands-on leader ready to take ownership of the end-to-end supply chain process in a dynamic manufacturing environment, we encourage you to apply!

Devens, MA

Corporate Operations Quality

Full-time / On-site

About Commonwealth Fusion Systems:

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy. Combining decades of research, top talent and new technologies, we're designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And working with policymakers and suppliers to build the energy industry of the future. We're in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we've raised over $2 billion in capital more than any other fusion energy company in the U.S. Now we're looking for more thinkers, doers, builders, and makers to join us. People who'll bring new perspectives, solve tough problems, and thrive as part of a team. If that's you and this role fits, we want to hear from you. Join the power movement as a Quality Control Inspector

CFS is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector to lead inspection and test activities for the SPARC project. You will perform daily inspections on precision components using a variety of advanced inspection equipment during receiving, in-process and assembly stages. You will also perform detailed documentation reviews including material certifications, dimensional inspection results, chemical analysis, and other quality reports and information.

• Conduct dimensional inspection of high precision machined components at receiving, in-process and pre-assembly stages as required
• Execute inspections to required accuracy
• Prepare and document detailed inspection reports and nonconformances as needed
• Analyze and interpret vendor submitted dimensional inspection reports
• Review and approve inspection and material test reports from vendors
• Support other mechanical testing and welding inspection needs as required
• Support ISO 9001:2015 activities on the shopfloor
• Reviews blueprints and documentation to ensure appropriate materials are used and specifications are followed
• Interface with Technicians on issues related to quality and help them in understanding and interpreting quality specifications and technical drawings
• Consider safety first for themselves and others

• High school diploma
• GD&T Training
• 5+ years of experience in advanced mechanical inspections
• Proficient in interpretation and usage of ASME Y14.5 (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance)
• Be able to set up, maintain, and use varieties of inspection hand tools (caliper, micrometer, bore gages, rings & plug gages, profilometer, coating thickness gage, comparator, sine bar, etc.)
• CMM, Romer Arm, 3D scanning & tactile probing, (Creaform)

• Experience in Aerospace, Automotive or Machining Industry
• Keyence VR 3D Profilometer
• Polyworks experience
• ZEISS CMM with Calypso software

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Perform activities such as stooping, climbing, typing, standing, and sitting for extended periods of time
• Dedication to safety to mitigate industrial hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, and cryogenics
• Willingness to travel occasionally or do required nights/weekends/on-call

$0 - 45 an hour

Salary range for this full-time position + equity + benefits. The actual salary will depend on level, location, qualifications, and experience. The range displayed on each job posting reflects new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Benefits include:

Competitive compensation with equity

12.5 Company-wide Holidays

Flexible vacation days

10 sick days

Generous parental leave policy

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Professional growth opportunities

Team-building activities