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Head of Manufacturing Engineering

Formlabs · Somerville, MA

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Level
Director+
Team
Manufacturing
Industry
Industrial
Posted
4 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A director-level manufacturing role at Formlabs (industrial) in Somerville, MA.

Tools it names
Casting, Tooling

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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026

Manufacturing Engineer roles in Massachusetts: typical posted base $100k–$145k.

Median of the low and high ends of 34 live postings that list pay, out of 62 manufacturing engineer openings in Massachusetts, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 61 other live manufacturing postings in Massachusetts.

Base pay
Not listed in this posting

Typical $95k–$134k, from 31 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Not stated

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Tooling 55%
  • Lean 53%
  • Automation 45%
  • Root cause 42%
  • ✓ New product launch 39%
  • Six Sigma 32%

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Stands out: this posting asks for Casting, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

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About Formlabs

Do you want to change how the world creates?

At Formlabs, we’re building the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life, from cutting-edge products to life-saving medical devices. Our 3D printing technology powers innovation at more than 50,000 industry leaders worldwide, including Apple, Google, Tesla, New Balance, and NASA. Together, we’re helping everyone design, prototype, and manufacture faster than ever before.

We’re a team of hands-on builders, engineers, and innovators reinventing how the world makes physical things. If you’re ready to shape the future of fabrication, come build it with us.

Your Impact

We are seeking a VP of Operations to join our leadership team and contribute to the global strategy and execution of operations at Formlabs. This executive will lead manufacturing engineering, supply demand management, logistics, supply chain, or materials operations—ensuring precision, scale, and efficiency across our entire product ecosystem.

As our business expands across hardware, software, and materials, this leader will define how we evolve our operational processes, expand our global reach, and unlock new opportunities for growth.

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What You’ll Do

  • •Report directly to the Chief Operating Officer
  • •Build and execute a multi-year strategy to scale Formlabs’ global operations and expand product capabilities
  • •Lead manufacturing and operations engineering, developing and refining processes and tooling that ensure high-quality, high-precision products at scale
  • •Oversee supply demand management: forecasting demand, aligning supply to financial and sales goals, managing factory builds, and ensuring smooth customer allocation during NPIs
  • •Drive logistics and supply chain excellence: negotiating with partners, optimizing global systems and processes, and delivering a seamless customer experience
  • •Expand our global manufacturing footprint and partnerships to meet increasing demand across hardware and materials
  • •Partner closely with R&D, product, and go-to-market teams to support new product introductions and material launches
  • •Identify and pursue adjacent business opportunities that drive revenue growth and margin expansion
  • •Establish best-in-class operational practices, cost structures, and sustainability measures to strengthen market leadership

About You

  • •MBA or equivalent leadership experience
  • •Strong background in operations, supply chain, and manufacturing
  • •Proven success scaling global, multi-site manufacturing networks
  • •Deep expertise leading operations across manufacturing engineering, supply chain and or logistics
  • •Track record of building strong vendor relationships and negotiating high-value contracts
  • •Demonstrated ability to craft and execute long-term strategies that expand capabilities, improve margins, and enable growth at scale

Our Benefits & Perks

  • •Robust equity program to build future wealth through RSUs
  • •Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • •401K matching and access to financial advisors
  • •Generous paid Parental Leave (up to 16 weeks)
  • •Tenure-based paid Sabbatical Leave (up to 6 weeks)
  • •Flexible Out of Office Plan – Take time when you need it
  • •Ample on-site parking & pre-tax commuter benefits
  • •Healthy on-site lunches, snacks, beverages, & treats
  • •Regular sponsored professional development opportunities
  • •Many opt-in culture events across our diverse community
  • •And of course… unlimited 3D prints

Even if you don't check every box, but see yourself contributing, please apply. Help us build an inclusive community that will change the face of 3D printing.

Every Formlabs employee receives equity because everyone contributes to building the company. You’ll have the opportunity to share financially in the value we create together, with a shared incentive to build a business that succeeds over the long term. Equity will be a significant portion of your total compensation, and will increase over time in proportion to your impact. The base pay will be determined by your skills, qualifications, experience, location, and expected impact on the organization.

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