CPT Production Manager Jobs
Production Manager roles on CPT put you at the intersection of operations, scheduling, and cross-functional team leadership, all areas your DSO will need to verify align directly with your enrolled program. Manufacturing, media, and consumer goods employers regularly hire CPT-authorized students for hands-on production oversight, making this one of the more CPT-accessible management tracks.
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INTRODUCTION
Western States Fire Protection (WSFP) and its subsidiaries are more than a company. We are a family of unique individuals committed to our purpose, our values, and each other. And we believe in making our own luck, creating our own opportunities. WSFP accomplishes this by constantly innovating, finding ways to create new value and seizing new opportunities. Protecting lives and property since 1985, WSFP and its subsidiaries specialize in Life Safety Systems. Our values are simple: integrity, quality, safety, professionalism, commitment.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Employee Assistant Program
- Flex Spending (FSA) (Cafeteria Plan) and HSA
- 401(k) Plan – Matching up to 3%
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Profit Sharing Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Annual Discretionary Bonus
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Gym membership reimbursement
LOW VOLTAGE LEAD/PROJECT MANAGER
The function of this position is to provide reliable, high quality customer support through on-site inspecting, installing, repairing and/or replacing fire alarm & security equipment as well as conducting preventive maintenance services pertaining to many different manufacturer’s equipment.
The salary range for this position is $28-$38 (Negotiable) depending on experience.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Tests all equipment after installation or repairs made to ensure performance of system
- Work in compliance with the Company’s safety manual with safety of self and others in mind at all times
- Daily communications with Project Manager and/or Schedule Coordinator on inspection or project delays, requirements and general status of jobs
- Responsible for training apprentices on Company procedures, systems inspection and installation techniques
- All work is performed to NFPA and Company standards with quality inspection and installation techniques practiced
- Works with Project Manager, Schedule Coordinator and Office Administrative Staff to ensure complete closeout and turnover of jobs to the client (Ensure that work is completed so it can be billed in full)
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
- Two or more years’ experience
- Knowledge of NFPA codes is preferred
- NICET II required; NICET III preferred
- Low Voltage System Manufacturer factory certifications as required per territory
- Ability to pass a post-offer drug test, background and reference check
This position is accepting resumes at an ongoing basis.
All qualified applicants with Western States Fire Protection Company will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.
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Get Access To All JobsProduction Manager CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Production Manager role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if your enrolled program includes coursework in operations, supply chain, project management, or a related discipline. Your DSO will evaluate whether the specific duties, production scheduling, team oversight, process coordination, connect directly to your curriculum. Roles with vague or purely administrative duties are harder to authorize, so ask your employer for a detailed job description before submitting your CPT request.
Can I do CPT for a part-time Production Manager position?
CPT can be part-time (under 20 hours per week) or full-time (20 hours or more), and your DSO will specify which applies based on your program requirements. Part-time CPT doesn't affect your OPT eligibility. Full-time CPT lasting 12 months or more eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely, so coordinate carefully with your DSO if your production role runs a full academic year or longer.
What industries hire CPT students for Production Manager roles?
Manufacturing, media production, consumer goods, food and beverage, and pharmaceutical operations are the most active sectors. These industries run structured production cycles that align well with academic-year CPT timelines. Browse Migrate Mate to find employers in these industries who have a track record of working with F-1 students, which signals familiarity with CPT documentation and I-20 requirements.
Will my CPT Production Manager experience count toward H-1B sponsorship later?
CPT work experience is valid U.S. work experience and can strengthen an H-1B petition, particularly for demonstrating specialty occupation qualifications. Production Manager roles typically require a bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or operations, which aligns with H-1B specialty occupation criteria. Your CPT employer isn't obligated to sponsor H-1B, but documented production management experience improves your profile with future sponsors.
What should I submit to my DSO to authorize CPT for a Production Manager job?
Most DSOs require a signed offer letter on employer letterhead, a detailed job description listing specific production duties, and confirmation of the employment start and end dates. Some programs also require a brief written statement explaining how the role integrates with your coursework. Get all materials from your employer before your DSO meeting, missing the start date because of an incomplete packet is one of the most common CPT delays.
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