CPT Production Engineering Manager Jobs
Production Engineering Manager roles on CPT require your university to confirm the position is an integral part of your engineering curriculum, your DSO must authorize each employer and term before you start. These roles typically qualify under industrial, mechanical, or systems engineering programs, and CPT authorization is term-specific, so plan your offer timeline around your school's DSO approval window.
See All Production Engineering Manager JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 5+ Production Engineering Manager jobs
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
See all Production Engineering Manager jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Production Engineering Manager roles.
Get Access To All JobsINTRODUCTION
Ortec has been providing custom chemical solutions and personalized service since 1980. With three plants and over 300 employees, we can meet the production needs of our customers while maintaining a high level of personalized service. We are large enough to get the job done, yet small enough to care. Even as the company grows and develops new services, we never forget the values that made us who we are as a company.
We are a team. A family. A group of smart, talented, big-hearted individuals working together for the success of our customers and the growth of our communities.
AND WE HONOR OUR COMMITMENTS
What we do at Ortec is complicated at times. Why we do what we do is not complicated: We want to make a difference for our customers and our communities around us. How we do what we do is also not complicated: everything starts with Integrity.
WHY ORTEC? The foundation of Ortec is our talented, dedicated employees. Our commitment to delivering chemical manufacturing services with measurable quality has made us a trusted partner to some of the most familiar names in business. Our success is drawn from the experience, energy, and teamwork of our employees, who consistently deliver results by anticipating change and executing solutions with confidence and passion. At Ortec, you'll be working with the latest technologies and tools, not to mention some of the industry's best and brightest minds. From the top down, this type of commitment and energy is radiated throughout the company. The result is a growing, dynamic, and rewarding place to work a company where we work as many, and we win as one. You are a name, not a number!
We offer an excellent benefits package, including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Company Paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability & AD&D
- Annual Anniversary Cash Award
- Quarterly Perfect Attendance Bonus
- On-Site Nurse
- Company Paid Employee Assistance Plan
- 401k with match
Chemical Operators Rotating shifts get:
- 1 full week off per month!!!
- Generous shift premium
- Potential for quick career growth
- Technical Training
Position Summary
The position will be responsible for all aspects of personal safety, product quality, and production efficiency in the manufacturing of the finish goods. Duties will include the operation of reactors as well as filling, loading, and unloading of systems and auxiliary equipment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Operates production equipment and monitors process conditions, key performance metrics, equipment and control systems in order to make appropriate decisions to maintain and/or achieve desired rates and conditions.
- Batch manufacturing to including weighing and charging raw materials to vessels and tanks, transferring products from vessels to storage tanks and other containers.
- Follows company policies, principles, procedures, standards, and practices to ensure safe and reliable operation.
- Read, record and interpret data from instruments, reactors, pumps, etc. to adjust as required to affect efficient and safe operations.
- Understand the key process variables which impact product and quality/consistency and understand how to control and troubleshoot them.
- Maintains good housekeeping and work areas and assist in general cleanup.
- Fully support Ortec's goals of zero workplace safety incidents and participates in EHS programs.
- Ability to mentor and train new and existing personnel on process operations.
- Safely operate forklift, lifts and hand trucks.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
Education
High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
Experience
Forklift Preferred
SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Basic Computer & Math Knowledge
- Effectively manages multiple competing priorities
- Effectively interacts with multiple functions with diverse individuals to achieve goals
- Strong written and verbal communication skill
- Strong reading, listening and comprehension skill
- Detailed oriented
- Demonstrates excellent decision making and trouble shooting skills with the ability to prioritize
- Customer centric approach
SOFT SKILLS
Adherence to Ortec's Guiding Principles; Integrity, Optimism, Honesty, Diligence, Stewardship, Humility, Shared Outcomes
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Enclosed chemical production facility. Walk on concrete or mezzanine, odors from chemical batches. Some exposure to loud noises. Some small-scale lab hood work.
WORK SCHEDULE
*** Must be able to work the following work schedule***
Rotating Shift; Alternating 36-/48-hour workweeks:
7:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m./7:30 p.m. - 8:00 a.m.
12 hour rotating shift position open air environment.
Example Rotating Production Schedule
Week 1 M: 7:30a-8p T: 7:30a-8p W: 7:30a-8p Th: 7:30a-8p F: OFF S: OFF Su: OFF
Week 2 M: OFF T: OFF W: OFF Th: OFF F: 7:30p-8a S: 7:30p-8a Su: 7:30p-8a
Week 3 M: 7:30p-8a T: OFF W: OFF Th: OFF F: 7:30a-8p S: 7:30a-8p Su: 7:30a-8p
Week 4 M: OFF T: 7:30p-8a W: 7:30p-8a Th: 7:30p-8a F: OFF S: OFF Su: OFF
This job posting is not all-inclusive, please see the job description for details.
Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, physical, reference checks, employment verifications, and background screenings.
Ortec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
INTRODUCTION
Ortec has been providing custom chemical solutions and personalized service since 1980. With three plants and over 300 employees, we can meet the production needs of our customers while maintaining a high level of personalized service. We are large enough to get the job done, yet small enough to care. Even as the company grows and develops new services, we never forget the values that made us who we are as a company.
We are a team. A family. A group of smart, talented, big-hearted individuals working together for the success of our customers and the growth of our communities.
AND WE HONOR OUR COMMITMENTS
What we do at Ortec is complicated at times. Why we do what we do is not complicated: We want to make a difference for our customers and our communities around us. How we do what we do is also not complicated: everything starts with Integrity.
WHY ORTEC? The foundation of Ortec is our talented, dedicated employees. Our commitment to delivering chemical manufacturing services with measurable quality has made us a trusted partner to some of the most familiar names in business. Our success is drawn from the experience, energy, and teamwork of our employees, who consistently deliver results by anticipating change and executing solutions with confidence and passion. At Ortec, you'll be working with the latest technologies and tools, not to mention some of the industry's best and brightest minds. From the top down, this type of commitment and energy is radiated throughout the company. The result is a growing, dynamic, and rewarding place to work a company where we work as many, and we win as one. You are a name, not a number!
We offer an excellent benefits package, including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Company Paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability & AD&D
- Annual Anniversary Cash Award
- Quarterly Perfect Attendance Bonus
- On-Site Nurse
- Company Paid Employee Assistance Plan
- 401k with match
Chemical Operators Rotating shifts get:
- 1 full week off per month!!!
- Generous shift premium
- Potential for quick career growth
- Technical Training
Position Summary
The position will be responsible for all aspects of personal safety, product quality, and production efficiency in the manufacturing of the finish goods. Duties will include the operation of reactors as well as filling, loading, and unloading of systems and auxiliary equipment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Operates production equipment and monitors process conditions, key performance metrics, equipment and control systems in order to make appropriate decisions to maintain and/or achieve desired rates and conditions.
- Batch manufacturing to including weighing and charging raw materials to vessels and tanks, transferring products from vessels to storage tanks and other containers.
- Follows company policies, principles, procedures, standards, and practices to ensure safe and reliable operation.
- Read, record and interpret data from instruments, reactors, pumps, etc. to adjust as required to affect efficient and safe operations.
- Understand the key process variables which impact product and quality/consistency and understand how to control and troubleshoot them.
- Maintains good housekeeping and work areas and assist in general cleanup.
- Fully support Ortec's goals of zero workplace safety incidents and participates in EHS programs.
- Ability to mentor and train new and existing personnel on process operations.
- Safely operate forklift, lifts and hand trucks.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
Education
High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
Experience
Forklift Preferred
SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Basic Computer & Math Knowledge
- Effectively manages multiple competing priorities
- Effectively interacts with multiple functions with diverse individuals to achieve goals
- Strong written and verbal communication skill
- Strong reading, listening and comprehension skill
- Detailed oriented
- Demonstrates excellent decision making and trouble shooting skills with the ability to prioritize
- Customer centric approach
SOFT SKILLS
Adherence to Ortec's Guiding Principles; Integrity, Optimism, Honesty, Diligence, Stewardship, Humility, Shared Outcomes
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Enclosed chemical production facility. Walk on concrete or mezzanine, odors from chemical batches. Some exposure to loud noises. Some small-scale lab hood work.
WORK SCHEDULE
*** Must be able to work the following work schedule***
Rotating Shift; Alternating 36-/48-hour workweeks:
7:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m./7:30 p.m. - 8:00 a.m.
12 hour rotating shift position open air environment.
Example Rotating Production Schedule
Week 1 M: 7:30a-8p T: 7:30a-8p W: 7:30a-8p Th: 7:30a-8p F: OFF S: OFF Su: OFF
Week 2 M: OFF T: OFF W: OFF Th: OFF F: 7:30p-8a S: 7:30p-8a Su: 7:30p-8a
Week 3 M: 7:30p-8a T: OFF W: OFF Th: OFF F: 7:30a-8p S: 7:30a-8p Su: 7:30a-8p
Week 4 M: OFF T: 7:30p-8a W: 7:30p-8a Th: 7:30p-8a F: OFF S: OFF Su: OFF
This job posting is not all-inclusive, please see the job description for details.
Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, physical, reference checks, employment verifications, and background screenings.
Ortec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
See all Production Engineering Manager jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Production Engineering Manager roles.
Get Access To All JobsProduction Engineering Manager CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Production Engineering Manager role qualify for CPT?
Yes, if your school's curriculum includes a required practicum, co-op, or experiential learning component and the job description aligns with your engineering program's learning objectives. Your DSO makes the final determination. Roles involving production planning, process optimization, or manufacturing operations typically map cleanly to industrial or systems engineering curricula, but you'll need your academic advisor to confirm the curricular connection in writing before your DSO will authorize it.
Can I do full-time CPT as a Production Engineering Manager?
You can work full-time on CPT, but doing so for 12 months or more eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Many F-1 students in engineering management roles use part-time CPT during the academic year and reserve full-time CPT for summer terms to protect their post-graduation OPT. Plan your CPT usage strategically with your DSO before accepting a full-time offer.
How do I find employers who hire CPT students for engineering manager roles?
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers in manufacturing, industrial operations, and production environments who have filed Labor Condition Applications for engineering occupations. These employers are already set up to work with visa-authorized students and are more likely to understand CPT onboarding requirements. Avoid cold outreach to employers who have no immigration filing history, as they'll often decline before the conversation gets started.
What should my offer letter say to satisfy my DSO for CPT authorization?
Your offer letter must include your exact job title, the employer's name and address, your start and end dates, whether the role is full-time or part-time, and a description of your duties. For a Production Engineering Manager role, the duties section should reference activities like production process design, team coordination, or systems improvement, language that connects directly to your engineering coursework and makes the curricular tie explicit for your DSO.
Does CPT work as a Production Engineering Manager count toward H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. CPT work in an engineering management role builds U.S. work history in a specialty occupation, which strengthens an H-1B petition filed by a future employer. O*NET classifies production engineering management under engineering occupation codes that meet USCIS's specialty occupation threshold. Document your responsibilities throughout your CPT term, detailed job records are useful when your employer prepares an H-1B petition that needs to demonstrate the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field.
See which Production Engineering Manager employers are hiring and sponsoring visas right now.
Search Production Engineering Manager Jobs