Entry-Level Assembly & Packaging Technician

OptiMA Inc; Shrewsbury (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Company parties

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

OPTIMA INC is a Shrewsbury, MA manufacturer of visual communication boards seeking a Manufacturing Associate. This entry-level role offers hands-on production, where accuracy and craftsmanship are valued.

You will read work orders, perform assembly, use power tools, and support a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment. The team values reliability and teamwork in daily tasks. This position provides growth opportunities and a supportive setting to build essential manufacturing skills.

Qualifications

• Read work orders and perform basic math to verify quantities and tolerances.
• Follow daily production schedules and prepare materials for the work cell.
• Maintain accuracy and quality throughout assembly and packaging processes.
• Work as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with safety in mind.

Responsibilities

• Assemble whiteboard packaging from start to finish for safe transportation to customers.
• Follow and adhere to daily production schedule.
• Read Bill of Material sheets and prepare appropriate raw materials for the work cell.
• Review work orders and prioritize workflow to ensure timely delivery.
• Perform final quality checks on manufactured products prior to packaging.
• Move large, finished packages to the shipping area.
• Monitor and record waste from the packing process.
• Maintain production records in ERP and review production data.
• Ship finished goods using FreightPOP and keep shipping docks organized.
• Maintain logs of shipping documents and coordinate with up/downstream teams.
• Ensure inventory levels are sufficient and assist with quarterly counts.
• Follow written instructions and safety protocols; keep area clean.
• Acquire working knowledge of OptiMA product lines and build components.
• Assist in other areas of manufacturing as needed.

Skills

Reading work orders

Measurements & math

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP system

FreightPOP

Job description

OPTIMA INC is a Shrewsbury, MA manufacturer of visual communication boards seeking a Manufacturing Associate. This entry-level role offers hands-on production, where accuracy and craftsmanship are valued.

You will read work orders, perform assembly, use power tools, and support a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment. The team values reliability and teamwork in daily tasks. This position provides growth opportunities and a supportive setting to build essential manufacturing skills.