Manufacturing Jobs at Novelis with Visa Sponsorship
Novelis hires Manufacturing professionals across process engineering, operations, and materials science, sponsoring a range of visa types for qualified candidates. If you're targeting a hands-on or technical Manufacturing role at an aluminum rolling and recycling company with global operations, Novelis has an active sponsorship track record for this function.
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Novelis is one of the world leaders in aluminum recycling and rolling and a leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider. Driven by our purpose of “shaping a sustainable world together,” we work alongside our customers to provide innovative solutions to the aerospace, automotive, beverage packaging and specialty markets. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Novelis has approximately 13,000 employees in 32 operating facilities on 4 continents.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Our Lincolnshire, IL Plant is looking to add a talented Maintenance Technician (Night Shift) to our team. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the installation, repair, and maintenance of mechanical equipment related to coil processing production equipment and will require skills to diagnose and repair problems and perform preventative maintenance inspections.
Pay: $33.54/hr
- Diagnose, analyze, troubleshoot, remove, replace, repair, and perform mechanical and electrical preventive maintenance, lubrication, repair and adjustment of coil processing equipment.
- Perform mechanical repairs on industrial drive trains including gear boxes, gear trains, sprockets, chains, belts, pulleys; replace bearings.
- Recognizing and performing machine adjustments to the various manufacturing machine systems, operational interlocks, sensors, and energy systems isolations.
- Maintaining certifications for calibrated equipment, maintenance documentation, machine history, and all other appropriate documentation for production equipment.
- Offer technical/ mechanical suggestions to improve efficiency, reusability and extended life of equipment.
- Continuously work with other departments to evaluate and improve technical solutions and strategies.
- Document and communicate maintenance/repair actions as well as irregularities.
- Test equipment to confirm machines will meet production and quality standards.
- Ensure compliance with safety, cleanliness and established regulations.
- Guide production staff in routine preventive maintenance techniques.
- Maintain, monitor and control spare parts and tooling.
- Perform pipe fitting, welding and brazing.
- Complies with all safety procedures such as rigging methods, lockout/tagout, confined space entry permit procedure, etc. and utilizes all personal protective and other safety equipment such as fall protection devices. Must replace all safety guards and restore housekeeping following repairs.
- Must be a leader in safety and be a safe worker who demonstrates concern for personal safety and safety of others.
- Basic computer knowledge and skills. Mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to work from drawings and sketches. Must demonstrate comprehension of engineering specifications and technical manuals.
- Knowledge and hands on experience in hydraulics, pneumatics, pipe fitting, pumps, power transmissions, PM programs, welding, lubrication, and rigging.
- Knowledge of bearing installation, lubrication, alignment and failure causes.
- Willingness to train and improve knowledge and skills.
- Implement the Reliability objectives in your assigned area.
- Adhere to and support company quality, environmental, health & safety, and certification standards, including ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, IATF 16949:2016, and ASI Certifications, where applicable.
QUALIFICATIONS
Associate degree in Electro-Mechanical Technology or two years related mechanical training program and/or certifications.
Military MOS Crosswalk can include but is not limited to:
Army
- 12V — Concrete & Asphalt Equipment Operator
- 91L — Construction Equipment Repairer
- 91C — Utilities Equipment Repairer
Navy
- AS — Aviation Support Equipment Technician
- CM — Construction Mechanic
- CTM — Cryptologic Technician
- MM — Machinist’s Mate
- EN — Engineman
- UT — Utilitiesman
Coast Guard
- MK — Machinery Technician
Marine Corps
- 1169 — Utilities Chief
- 1345 — Engineer Equipment Operator
- 1349 — Engineer Equipment
- 1371 — Combat Engineer
- 3529 — Motor Transport Maintenance Chief
- 6073 — Support Equipment Electrician / Refrigeration & Engine/Gas Turbine Technician
- 6499 — Mobile Facility Technician
Air Force
- 3E2X1 — Pavements and Construction Equipment
- 3E1X1 — Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration
The finishing mill in Lincolnshire established in 1966 cold rolls aluminum to a desired gauge anneals to temper levels and slits the rolled sheet to size. The facility which employees around 100 people produces mill finish coil for the building and construction and transportation industries. Lincolnshire is committed to the local community through its ongoing volunteer initiatives with a number of local organizations.
INTRODUCTION
Novelis is one of the world leaders in aluminum recycling and rolling and a leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider. Driven by our purpose of “shaping a sustainable world together,” we work alongside our customers to provide innovative solutions to the aerospace, automotive, beverage packaging and specialty markets. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Novelis has approximately 13,000 employees in 32 operating facilities on 4 continents.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Our Lincolnshire, IL Plant is looking to add a talented Maintenance Technician (Night Shift) to our team. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the installation, repair, and maintenance of mechanical equipment related to coil processing production equipment and will require skills to diagnose and repair problems and perform preventative maintenance inspections.
Pay: $33.54/hr
- Diagnose, analyze, troubleshoot, remove, replace, repair, and perform mechanical and electrical preventive maintenance, lubrication, repair and adjustment of coil processing equipment.
- Perform mechanical repairs on industrial drive trains including gear boxes, gear trains, sprockets, chains, belts, pulleys; replace bearings.
- Recognizing and performing machine adjustments to the various manufacturing machine systems, operational interlocks, sensors, and energy systems isolations.
- Maintaining certifications for calibrated equipment, maintenance documentation, machine history, and all other appropriate documentation for production equipment.
- Offer technical/ mechanical suggestions to improve efficiency, reusability and extended life of equipment.
- Continuously work with other departments to evaluate and improve technical solutions and strategies.
- Document and communicate maintenance/repair actions as well as irregularities.
- Test equipment to confirm machines will meet production and quality standards.
- Ensure compliance with safety, cleanliness and established regulations.
- Guide production staff in routine preventive maintenance techniques.
- Maintain, monitor and control spare parts and tooling.
- Perform pipe fitting, welding and brazing.
- Complies with all safety procedures such as rigging methods, lockout/tagout, confined space entry permit procedure, etc. and utilizes all personal protective and other safety equipment such as fall protection devices. Must replace all safety guards and restore housekeeping following repairs.
- Must be a leader in safety and be a safe worker who demonstrates concern for personal safety and safety of others.
- Basic computer knowledge and skills. Mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to work from drawings and sketches. Must demonstrate comprehension of engineering specifications and technical manuals.
- Knowledge and hands on experience in hydraulics, pneumatics, pipe fitting, pumps, power transmissions, PM programs, welding, lubrication, and rigging.
- Knowledge of bearing installation, lubrication, alignment and failure causes.
- Willingness to train and improve knowledge and skills.
- Implement the Reliability objectives in your assigned area.
- Adhere to and support company quality, environmental, health & safety, and certification standards, including ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, IATF 16949:2016, and ASI Certifications, where applicable.
QUALIFICATIONS
Associate degree in Electro-Mechanical Technology or two years related mechanical training program and/or certifications.
Military MOS Crosswalk can include but is not limited to:
Army
- 12V — Concrete & Asphalt Equipment Operator
- 91L — Construction Equipment Repairer
- 91C — Utilities Equipment Repairer
Navy
- AS — Aviation Support Equipment Technician
- CM — Construction Mechanic
- CTM — Cryptologic Technician
- MM — Machinist’s Mate
- EN — Engineman
- UT — Utilitiesman
Coast Guard
- MK — Machinery Technician
Marine Corps
- 1169 — Utilities Chief
- 1345 — Engineer Equipment Operator
- 1349 — Engineer Equipment
- 1371 — Combat Engineer
- 3529 — Motor Transport Maintenance Chief
- 6073 — Support Equipment Electrician / Refrigeration & Engine/Gas Turbine Technician
- 6499 — Mobile Facility Technician
Air Force
- 3E2X1 — Pavements and Construction Equipment
- 3E1X1 — Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration
The finishing mill in Lincolnshire established in 1966 cold rolls aluminum to a desired gauge anneals to temper levels and slits the rolled sheet to size. The facility which employees around 100 people produces mill finish coil for the building and construction and transportation industries. Lincolnshire is committed to the local community through its ongoing volunteer initiatives with a number of local organizations.
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Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
Novelis Manufacturing roles that qualify for H-1B sponsorship must meet USCIS specialty occupation criteria, meaning a directly related bachelor's degree is required. A degree in materials engineering, metallurgy, or industrial engineering maps more cleanly than a general business or science degree.
Target plant and operations sites with open roles
Novelis operates aluminum rolling facilities across the U.S., including sites in Georgia, Ohio, and Kentucky. Manufacturing roles at plant level are where sponsorship activity concentrates, so prioritize applications to those locations rather than corporate-only postings.
Understand how OPT and CPT bridge to full sponsorship
If you're on F-1 status, Novelis does hire through OPT and CPT for Manufacturing roles, which can serve as a working interview period. Use your OPT window strategically because the 60-day grace period after it ends leaves little time to secure an H-1B petition.
Search verified sponsoring Manufacturing roles on Migrate Mate
Finding Manufacturing openings where Novelis is actively sponsoring is the hardest part of the process. Use Migrate Mate to filter Novelis roles by visa type so you're only applying to positions where sponsorship has been documented, not guessing from a general job board.
Prepare for prevailing wage scrutiny during the LCA stage
Before Novelis files your H-1B petition, they must certify a Labor Condition Application with the DOL confirming your offered wage meets the prevailing wage for your role and worksite. Manufacturing roles have DOL wage level benchmarks tied to specific Standard Occupational Classification codes, so know where your experience level sits.
Clarify sponsorship scope before accepting an offer
Some Novelis Manufacturing offers cover H-1B filing but not Green Card sponsorship through PERM. Confirm during the offer stage whether the role includes an employer-sponsored permanent residency pathway, since EB-2 and EB-3 timelines for manufacturing professionals vary significantly depending on your country of birth.
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Find Manufacturing at Novelis JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Novelis sponsor H-1B visas for Manufacturings?
Yes, Novelis sponsors H-1B visas for Manufacturing roles that qualify as specialty occupations under USCIS criteria. Positions in process engineering, metallurgical engineering, and industrial operations are the most common fit. Your degree must directly relate to the role, and Novelis must file the petition before the H-1B cap deadline each April for an October 1 start date.
Which visa types does Novelis commonly use for Manufacturing roles?
Novelis sponsors H-1B, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, EB-2, and EB-3 visas for Manufacturing positions. TN visas apply specifically to Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering roles. EB-2 and EB-3 cover employer-sponsored permanent residency, which is more commonly offered for senior or specialized Manufacturing positions than for entry-level roles.
What qualifications does Novelis expect for sponsored Manufacturing roles?
Novelis Manufacturing roles typically require a bachelor's degree or higher in a field directly tied to the position, such as materials engineering, metallurgy, chemical engineering, or industrial engineering. Hands-on experience with aluminum processing, continuous casting, or rolling mill operations strengthens your application significantly. Roles at the plant level often favor candidates with production floor or process improvement backgrounds over purely academic profiles.
How do I apply for Manufacturing jobs at Novelis?
Apply directly through the Novelis careers portal and filter for Manufacturing or engineering roles at U.S. plant locations. To find only the roles where visa sponsorship is available, use Migrate Mate to browse verified Novelis Manufacturing openings filtered by visa type. Tailoring your resume to highlight process engineering, lean manufacturing, or materials science experience gives you a stronger match against Novelis job descriptions.
How do I navigate the timeline between an offer and my visa being approved?
Once Novelis extends an offer, your start date depends on the visa type. H-1B cap-subject petitions have a fixed October 1 start, meaning you may wait several months after receiving a lottery selection notice before beginning work. TN status, by contrast, can be obtained at the border and is valid immediately. Confirm your visa category and realistic start window with your Novelis HR contact before accepting the offer.
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