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Cold Chain Jobs in Massachusetts (NOW HIRING)

Chain Mechanic

Attleboro, MA · On-site

$35 - $50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... cold), and moving machinery. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required. What we offer * 80 ... chain specific to customer's needs. We are committed to bringing responsible and compliant ...

26ft Box Truck Driver

Beverly, MA · On-site

$22 - $27/hr

  • PTO

Box truck DriverAbout Tobin Scientific Tobin Scientific is a leading provider of cold chain, ambient storage, and transport & logistics services for the biopharma industry. We proudly support a ...

26ft Box Truck Driver

Beverly, MA · On-site

$22 - $27/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

Box truck Driver About Tobin Scientific Tobin Scientific is a leading provider of cold chain, ambient storage, and transport & logistics services for the biopharma industry. We proudly support a ...

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How much do cold chain jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for cold chain in Massachusetts is $68,558.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,600.00 and $79,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is cold chain?

Cold chain refers to a temperature-controlled supply chain used to store, transport, and handle products that are sensitive to temperature fluctuations, such as vaccines, pharmaceuticals, and certain foods. Maintaining the correct temperature throughout the entire process is crucial to preserving the quality, safety, and efficacy of these products. Cold chain management involves specialized equipment like refrigerated trucks, cold storage warehouses, and monitoring systems to ensure products remain within required temperature ranges.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals working in cold chain logistics, and how are these usually managed?

Professionals in cold chain logistics often encounter challenges such as maintaining consistent temperature control across various transit stages, managing time-sensitive deliveries, and ensuring regulatory compliance. These challenges are typically addressed through the use of real-time temperature monitoring systems, rigorous training on handling procedures, and close coordination with transportation and warehousing teams. Regular audits and contingency planning are also essential to minimize risks and maintain product integrity throughout the supply chain.

What is the difference between Cold Chain vs Cold Storage Worker?

AspectCold ChainCold Storage Worker
CertificationsGMP, HACCP, refrigeration certificationsBasic safety and forklift certifications often required
Work EnvironmentTransport vehicles, warehouses, distribution centersWarehouses, storage facilities
Industry UsagePharmaceuticals, food logistics, vaccinesFood products, perishables storage
Job FocusMaintaining temperature control during transportation and deliveryHandling and storing cold products in warehouses

While both roles involve working with temperature-sensitive products, Cold Chain professionals focus on maintaining temperature control throughout transportation and distribution, often requiring specialized certifications. Cold Storage Workers primarily handle storage and handling within warehouses. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus in cold logistics.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in cold chain logistics, and why are they important?

To excel in Cold Chain logistics, you need a solid understanding of temperature-sensitive supply chain processes, inventory management, and relevant regulations, often supported by experience in logistics or a related field. Familiarity with temperature monitoring systems, warehouse management software, and certifications such as GDP (Good Distribution Practice) are typically required. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are vital soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure the safe, timely, and compliant delivery of perishable goods, maintaining product integrity and customer trust.

What are popular job titles related to Cold Chain jobs in Massachusetts?

For Cold Chain jobs in Massachusetts, the most frequently searched job titles are:

Infographic showing various Cold Chain job openings in Massachusetts as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,558 per year, or $33 per hour.

Material Operations Lead, Warehouse Cell Therapy

Bristol Myers Squibb

Devens, MA • On-site

$34.94 - $42.34/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago


Bristol Myers Squibb rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 51 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

32nd of 86 rated pharmaceutical


Job description

Working with Us
Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren't words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You'll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams. Take your career farther than you thought possible.

Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. Read more: careers.bms.com/working-with-us.

At Bristol Myers Squibb we are reimagining the future of cell therapy. With our bold ambition, backed by a best-in-the-industry team and long-term commitment, we are leading the way to unlock the full promise of cell therapy as we strive to put more patients on the path to a cure. If you are ready to challenge yourself, accelerate your career, and give new hope to patients, there's no better place than here at BMS with our Cell Therapy team.

This position is responsible for helping to ensure that daily tasks are carried out on the floor to a high standard of quality, integrity and safety. While this position to does not have any direct reports, the Lead is responsible for executing tasks to fulfill daily responsibilities in addition to providing assistance, direction, and troubleshooting support to the team. There are two areas of focus of the Lead position and they may flex across work areas to ensure adequate operational coverage and support

  • Warehouse Lead
    • Primary work environment is in the warehouse overseeing goods receipt, material replenishment, and material put-away
  • Shipping Lead
    • Primary work environment is on the receiving dock executing and overseeing outbound shipping of raw material samples and raw material inventory transfers across the Cell Therapy network

Shifts Available:

Monday - Friday, 8am - 4pm, onsite

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Provide floor support for direction, work prioritization, and troubleshooting across the team in alignment with area management
  • Assist with triage of quality events and escalation to Management
  • Assist with controlled document updates in the Document Management System
  • Independently execute deviations and other records within the Quality Management System
  • Possess a mindset of continuous improvement and propose process improvements to drive efficiencies and cost savings
  • Oversee and execute preparation and pack-out of controlled temperature raw materials and consumables for shipment off-site following DOT/IATA regulations
  • Coordinate with network peers and use established business processes to manage shipments
  • Operate with safety, quality, and integrity as core principles
  • Perform goods receipt of SAP managed consumables and raw materials on receiving dock
  • Put materials away into SAP managed bin locations within warehouse and other controlled temperature locations
  • Execute inventory cycle counts
  • Perform material replenishment to the Kitting Department and other customers within the facility
  • This is an operations role where ~90% of time is spent on the floor executing the job functions
  • Perform material picking and putaway at heights of up to 25 feet using Powered Industrial Truck
  • Operate Powered Industrial Trucks including forklifts and Turret Trucks for material movement in a safe and efficient manner
  • Operate pallet wrapper in a safe and efficient manner
  • Understand and follow CGMP practices in accordance with effective controlled documentation (i.e. SOP, Work Practice)
  • Collaborate and partner with stakeholder groups such as Incoming QA, Planning, and Quality Control
  • Complete CGMP paperwork using GDocP principles
  • Cross-train into Kitting Department to build material kits to support production
  • Cross-train into Product Services to assist with final Drug Product pack-out operations

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • 5+ years of experience in shipping/receiving/warehousing in a CGMP Biotech facility is preferred
  • Microsoft Office Applications such as Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • ERP system knowledge and experience (SAP is preferred)
  • Experience with domestic and international shipping (GMP raw materials and consumables is preferred)
  • Experience in a commercial biotech environment is preferred
  • Cold chain material receipt and handling
  • Cold chain material pack-out and shipping
  • Experience working with couriers and other logistics providers to process inbound and outbound shipments
  • Experience with pallet wrapper, forklift, and turret truck is preferred
  • Experience and familiarity with the Quality Management System and documentation of change control, deviations, and CAPA is preferred
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and regularly bend, reach and walk

Minimum Requirements:

  • High school Diploma / GED. Additional post-secondary education resulting in an Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in a relevant discipline is preferred
  • An equivalent combination of education, experience and training may substitute
  • Preferred but not required: Certification in CPIM, CSCP, and/or CLTD

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If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn't perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.

Compensation Overview:

Devens - MA - US: $34.94 - $42.34per hour

The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee's work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.
Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/.

Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans in effect at the time and may require enrollment. Our benefits include:

  • Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.

  • Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).

  • Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.

Work-life benefits include:

Paid Time Off

  • US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)

  • Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays

Based on eligibility*, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.

All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.

*Eligibility Disclosure: The summer hours program is for United States (U.S.) office-based employees due to the unique nature of their work. Summer hours are generally not available for field sales and manufacturing operations and may also be limited for the capability centers. Employees in remote-by-design or lab-based roles may be eligible for summer hours, depending on the nature of their work, and should discuss eligibility with their manager. Employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement should consult that document to determine if they are eligible. Contractors, leased workers and other service providers are not eligible to participate in the program.

Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers
With a single vision as inspiring as "Transforming patients' lives through science ", every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in a supportive culture, promoting global participation in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

On-site Protocol

BMS has an occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:

Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.

Supporting People with Disabilities

BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

Candidate Rights

BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.

If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please visit this page for important additional information:https://careers.bms.com/california-residents/

Data Protection

We will never request payments, financial information, or social security numbers during our application or recruitment process. Learn more about protecting yourself at https://careers.bms.com/fraud-protection.

Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.

If you believe that the job posting is missing information required by local law or incorrect in any way, please contact BMS at TAEnablement@bms.com. Please provide the Job Title and Requisition number so we can review. Communications related to your application should not be sent to this email and you will not receive a response. Inquiries related to the status of your application should be directed to Chat with Ripley.

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About Bristol-Myers Squibb

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Bristol-Myers Squibb is a world-renowned global Biopharmaceutical company headquartered in New York, NY, US. Established in 1887, the company has more than 130 years’ worth of history dedicated to discovering, developing, and delivering innovative medicines that help patients prevail over serious diseases. The company operates in the healthcare industry and thrives on providing a range of pharmaceutical products and services for various medical fields, like oncology, cardiovascular diseases, and immunoscience. Notably, Bristol-Myers Squibb is known for its commitment to relentless research and innovative drug development, which has led to breakthroughs like Opdivo, one of the first immunotherapies.

Industry

Scientific research and development services and pharmaceutical and medicine manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US