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Manufacturing Associate roles at Cintas sit at the core of its uniform and workwear production operations, covering assembly, quality control, and garment processing. Cintas has an established track record of sponsoring work visas for this function, making it a viable target for international candidates pursuing production-side roles in the personal services industry.
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Title: Production Associate - Utility III
Location:
Hammond, IN, US, 46320
Requisition Number: 224288
Job Description
Cintas is seeking a Production Associate – Utility III to support the Rental Division. This position is responsible for performing a variety of production jobs as directed by the shift supervisor. The tasks for this position may include hanging or sorting garments, bagging or folding product, rolling mats, cleaning the work area, or performing other production jobs classified at a level three or below as needed to support the business. Work area/responsibilities for this role may change daily, as this position fills in for other employee vacations and absences. Production Associates are expected to maintain the cleanliness of their work area and to meet or exceed a standard for quantity and quality of work.
Skills/Qualifications
Job Expectations and Eligibility Factors:
Work Eligibility (prior to first day of employment)
- Must be authorized to work in the US.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
Work Expectations
- Must adhere to attendance policy.
- Must be willing to work in a safe proximity to other people for extended periods of time.
- Must be willing to work in a fast-paced, schedule driven environment where there are time pressures to complete work quickly.
Physical Qualifications, with or without reasonable accommodation:
- Requires standing for most of a shift.
- Requires repetitive motions, stretching, bending, turning, or reaching to accomplish work activities.
- Requires physical activity, including lifting and moving materials, for most of a shift.
Attributes of a Great Employee-Partner:
- Work Ethic / Effort: Displays a high level of effort and commitment towards performing work; is hard working and dependable; prioritizes tasks properly to meet deadlines.
- Interpersonal Skills: Is pleasant with others on the job and displays a good-natured, cooperative attitude; is respectful, courteous, and polite towards others.
- Teamwork and Collaboration: Works with others to achieve goals; supports team decisions.
- Safety Orientation: Is committed to complying with safety rules and guidelines.
- Adaptability/Flexibility: is open to change and to variety in the workplace; is able to switch between tasks or priorities quickly.
- Integrity/Honesty: Behaves in an honest, fair, and ethical manner; is trustworthy.
- Attention To Detail: Is thorough and careful about detail when completing work tasks or correcting flaws or mistakes.
How You Will Be Evaluated:
The full selection process may include the following components:
- Application and resume review
- Interviews
- Job Tryout
This is not an offer of employment. The tryout provides a realistic job preview to better understand the work environment, the work activities, and the performance expectations. Candidates will be compensated for their time during the job tryout.
Not all applicants will progress through the entire selection process; only those applicants identified as most qualified for the job will be invited to the next step in the process. Individuals who receive a conditional job offer will also be required to complete a background check and drug screen.
Having a criminal history does not automatically disqualify candidates from employment.
Benefits
Cintas offers comprehensive and competitive medical, dental and vision benefits, with premiums below the national average. We offer flexibility with four different medical plan options; one plan is offered at zero cost.
Additionally, our employee-partners enjoy:
- Competitive Pay
- 401(k) with Company Match/Profit Sharing/Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance, 100% Company Paid
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Skills Development, Training and Career Advancement Opportunities
Company Information
Cintas Corporation helps more than one million businesses of all types and sizes get Ready™ to open their doors with confidence every day by providing products and services that help keep their customers’ facilities and employees clean, safe, and looking their best. With offerings including uniforms, mats, mops, towels, restroom supplies, workplace water services, first aid and safety products, eye-wash stations, safety training, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems and alarm service, Cintas helps customers get Ready for the Workday®. Headquartered in the U.S., Cincinnati, OH, Cintas is a publicly held Fortune 500 company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS and is a component of both the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index and Nasdaq-100 Index.
Cintas Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic or category protected by local, state, or federal law.
This job posting will remain open for at least five (5) days.
Job Category: Production Hourly
Organization: Rental
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full Time
Shift: 1st Shift
Nearest Major Market: Gary
Nearest Secondary Market: Chicago
Job Segment: Architecture, Engineering

Title: Production Associate - Utility III
Location:
Hammond, IN, US, 46320
Requisition Number: 224288
Job Description
Cintas is seeking a Production Associate – Utility III to support the Rental Division. This position is responsible for performing a variety of production jobs as directed by the shift supervisor. The tasks for this position may include hanging or sorting garments, bagging or folding product, rolling mats, cleaning the work area, or performing other production jobs classified at a level three or below as needed to support the business. Work area/responsibilities for this role may change daily, as this position fills in for other employee vacations and absences. Production Associates are expected to maintain the cleanliness of their work area and to meet or exceed a standard for quantity and quality of work.
Skills/Qualifications
Job Expectations and Eligibility Factors:
Work Eligibility (prior to first day of employment)
- Must be authorized to work in the US.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
Work Expectations
- Must adhere to attendance policy.
- Must be willing to work in a safe proximity to other people for extended periods of time.
- Must be willing to work in a fast-paced, schedule driven environment where there are time pressures to complete work quickly.
Physical Qualifications, with or without reasonable accommodation:
- Requires standing for most of a shift.
- Requires repetitive motions, stretching, bending, turning, or reaching to accomplish work activities.
- Requires physical activity, including lifting and moving materials, for most of a shift.
Attributes of a Great Employee-Partner:
- Work Ethic / Effort: Displays a high level of effort and commitment towards performing work; is hard working and dependable; prioritizes tasks properly to meet deadlines.
- Interpersonal Skills: Is pleasant with others on the job and displays a good-natured, cooperative attitude; is respectful, courteous, and polite towards others.
- Teamwork and Collaboration: Works with others to achieve goals; supports team decisions.
- Safety Orientation: Is committed to complying with safety rules and guidelines.
- Adaptability/Flexibility: is open to change and to variety in the workplace; is able to switch between tasks or priorities quickly.
- Integrity/Honesty: Behaves in an honest, fair, and ethical manner; is trustworthy.
- Attention To Detail: Is thorough and careful about detail when completing work tasks or correcting flaws or mistakes.
How You Will Be Evaluated:
The full selection process may include the following components:
- Application and resume review
- Interviews
- Job Tryout
This is not an offer of employment. The tryout provides a realistic job preview to better understand the work environment, the work activities, and the performance expectations. Candidates will be compensated for their time during the job tryout.
Not all applicants will progress through the entire selection process; only those applicants identified as most qualified for the job will be invited to the next step in the process. Individuals who receive a conditional job offer will also be required to complete a background check and drug screen.
Having a criminal history does not automatically disqualify candidates from employment.
Benefits
Cintas offers comprehensive and competitive medical, dental and vision benefits, with premiums below the national average. We offer flexibility with four different medical plan options; one plan is offered at zero cost.
Additionally, our employee-partners enjoy:
- Competitive Pay
- 401(k) with Company Match/Profit Sharing/Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance, 100% Company Paid
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Skills Development, Training and Career Advancement Opportunities
Company Information
Cintas Corporation helps more than one million businesses of all types and sizes get Ready™ to open their doors with confidence every day by providing products and services that help keep their customers’ facilities and employees clean, safe, and looking their best. With offerings including uniforms, mats, mops, towels, restroom supplies, workplace water services, first aid and safety products, eye-wash stations, safety training, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems and alarm service, Cintas helps customers get Ready for the Workday®. Headquartered in the U.S., Cincinnati, OH, Cintas is a publicly held Fortune 500 company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS and is a component of both the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index and Nasdaq-100 Index.
Cintas Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic or category protected by local, state, or federal law.
This job posting will remain open for at least five (5) days.
Job Category: Production Hourly
Organization: Rental
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full Time
Shift: 1st Shift
Nearest Major Market: Gary
Nearest Secondary Market: Chicago
Job Segment: Architecture, Engineering
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Align your credentials to production environments
Cintas evaluates Manufacturing Associates on hands-on production competencies, not just general labor experience. Document any certifications in lean manufacturing, quality control, or industrial safety before applying, since these translate directly to the garment and uniform processing environment Cintas operates in.
Target Cintas facilities in high-volume locations
Cintas operates processing and distribution facilities across dozens of states. Facilities in the Midwest and Southeast tend to post Manufacturing Associate openings more consistently, so narrowing your search geographically increases your odds of landing a role with active sponsorship capacity.
Confirm OPT authorization covers production shift schedules
F-1 OPT authorization must directly relate to your degree field. If your degree is in industrial engineering, manufacturing technology, or operations management, document that connection clearly before your employer submits work authorization paperwork, since USCIS scrutinizes production role OPT eligibility more than office-based positions.
Ask recruiters directly about PERM timelines
For EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship, Cintas must complete a PERM labor certification through DOL before filing your immigrant petition. Ask during your offer conversation whether the facility has sponsored this pathway before and what their typical internal process timeline looks like.
Use Migrate Mate to filter open Manufacturing Associate roles at Cintas
Sorting through Cintas job listings manually makes it hard to identify which postings are open to sponsorship. Migrate Mate lets you filter specifically for Cintas Manufacturing Associate roles with visa sponsorship, so you apply only where your authorization status is a realistic fit.
Prepare for E-Verify as part of onboarding
Cintas participates in E-Verify, meaning your work authorization will be verified electronically at the start of employment. Ensure your visa documents, I-94 record, and any EAD card are current and consistent before your first day to avoid delays that could affect your start date.
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Find Manufacturing Associate at Cintas JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Cintas sponsor H-1B visas for Manufacturing Associates?
Cintas does sponsor H-1B visas, and Manufacturing Associate roles are among the functions they've filed for. That said, H-1B sponsorship for production roles depends on whether the position meets USCIS specialty occupation standards, which typically requires a direct connection between the job duties and a specific bachelor's-level field such as industrial engineering or manufacturing technology.
How do I apply for Manufacturing Associate jobs at Cintas?
You can search and apply through the Cintas careers portal directly, or use Migrate Mate to filter open Manufacturing Associate roles at Cintas that are open to visa sponsorship. When applying, tailor your resume to production-specific skills such as quality inspection, machine operation, or garment processing, since Cintas screens heavily on operational competencies for this role.
Which visa types are commonly used for Manufacturing Associate roles at Cintas?
Cintas has sponsored a range of visa categories for manufacturing functions, including H-1B, TN for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying occupations, F-1 OPT and CPT for students in relevant degree programs, and employment-based Green Card pathways such as EB-2 and EB-3. The right category depends on your nationality, degree field, and where you are in the immigration process.
What qualifications does Cintas expect for Manufacturing Associate roles?
Cintas typically looks for candidates with hands-on production or manufacturing experience, familiarity with quality control processes, and the physical stamina to work in a high-volume processing environment. For sponsored roles, a degree in industrial engineering, operations management, or a related technical field strengthens both your candidacy and the specialty occupation case USCIS requires for H-1B classification.
How do I plan my timeline if I need Cintas to file an H-1B for me?
H-1B cap-subject filings open in March for an October 1 start date, so you need a job offer in hand well before the registration window. If you're on F-1 OPT, your OPT authorization can bridge the gap while your H-1B is pending. Talk to your Cintas recruiter early about their internal sponsorship process, since USCIS processing for approved petitions typically runs several months.
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