E-3 Visa Logistics Planner Jobs
Logistics Planner roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a relevant bachelor's degree in supply chain, operations, or logistics management. Australian nationals can secure two-year E-3 visas with no lottery and renew them indefinitely, making long-term U.S. career planning straightforward for qualified candidates.
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Promote safety, quality and reliability in all activities conducted by the maintenance team. Improve workforce productivity and work quality by eliminating - in advance - potential delays and obstacles through proper planning and coordination of labor, parts and materials. Responsible for the planning and scheduling of all maintenance work performed in all facility areas. Maintain appropriate records and files to permit the meaningful analysis and reporting of results for work done. Meet production deadlines, maintain cost control goals, complete daily duties and other duties assigned. Role model and demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety. From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we've grown into what today is the nation's largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America's grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all. Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.
Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family!
What you'll receive from us:
The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:
- A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
- Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
- Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
- Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
- Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
- Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.
For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page!
Desired Previous Job Experience:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Engineering degree in Electrical, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering
Minimum Position Qualifications:
- 3 years of maintenance management experience.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office software programs.
- Ability to prioritize and organize work based on changing and challenging deadlines.
- Ability to manage in a diverse environment with a focus on excellent customer service.
- Communicate effectively with associates, staff and senior management.
- Ability to respond effectively to changing demands.
- Ability to diagnose situations and make good judgments in a timely manner.
Essential Job Functions:
- Receive, review and screen all work order requests to ensure their work scope is clearly described.
- Check orders to ensure the priority is realistic and provide practical lead time, cost and other coding for accuracy. Check authorization of order is correct and approved.
- Create work orders for approved requests. Refer questioned work order requests to the Maintenance Manager for approval.
- Obtain blueprints, drawings, instructional manuals and special procedures, as needed, to clarify the intent of work orders.
- Examine unplanned work orders and determine the best way to accomplish the work. Consult with the Maintenance Manager for approval.
- Partners with purchasing clerk to ensure the timely delivery of parts and equipment.
- Identify and obtain necessary materials required to complete work orders.
- Ensure safety needs are given a top priority in work planning.
- Identify the sequence of steps required to fulfill each work order, the number of mechanics and required labor hours for each step. List special tools and/or equipment needed.
- Estimate cost for each work order in terms of direct labor, materials required and total costs.
- Assign delay codes to backlogged work orders awaiting scheduling and unplanned work orders, as necessary.
- Avoid waste and misuse of product and materials.
- Use reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Position Summary:
Promote safety, quality and reliability in all activities conducted by the maintenance team. Improve workforce productivity and work quality by eliminating - in advance - potential delays and obstacles through proper planning and coordination of labor, parts and materials. Responsible for the planning and scheduling of all maintenance work performed in all facility areas. Maintain appropriate records and files to permit the meaningful analysis and reporting of results for work done. Meet production deadlines, maintain cost control goals, complete daily duties and other duties assigned. Role model and demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety. From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we've grown into what today is the nation's largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America's grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all. Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.
Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family!
What you'll receive from us:
The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:
- A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
- Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
- Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
- Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
- Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
- Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.
For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page!
Desired Previous Job Experience:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Engineering degree in Electrical, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering
Minimum Position Qualifications:
- 3 years of maintenance management experience.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office software programs.
- Ability to prioritize and organize work based on changing and challenging deadlines.
- Ability to manage in a diverse environment with a focus on excellent customer service.
- Communicate effectively with associates, staff and senior management.
- Ability to respond effectively to changing demands.
- Ability to diagnose situations and make good judgments in a timely manner.
Essential Job Functions:
- Receive, review and screen all work order requests to ensure their work scope is clearly described.
- Check orders to ensure the priority is realistic and provide practical lead time, cost and other coding for accuracy. Check authorization of order is correct and approved.
- Create work orders for approved requests. Refer questioned work order requests to the Maintenance Manager for approval.
- Obtain blueprints, drawings, instructional manuals and special procedures, as needed, to clarify the intent of work orders.
- Examine unplanned work orders and determine the best way to accomplish the work. Consult with the Maintenance Manager for approval.
- Partners with purchasing clerk to ensure the timely delivery of parts and equipment.
- Identify and obtain necessary materials required to complete work orders.
- Ensure safety needs are given a top priority in work planning.
- Identify the sequence of steps required to fulfill each work order, the number of mechanics and required labor hours for each step. List special tools and/or equipment needed.
- Estimate cost for each work order in terms of direct labor, materials required and total costs.
- Assign delay codes to backlogged work orders awaiting scheduling and unplanned work orders, as necessary.
- Avoid waste and misuse of product and materials.
- Use reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Logistics Planner
Translate your Australian qualifications clearly
A three-year Australian bachelor's in supply chain or logistics satisfies the E-3 visa degree requirement, but your resume should explicitly state the full degree title and field. Ambiguous entries like 'business degree' invite unnecessary scrutiny from hiring managers and consular officers.
Target employers with active DOL LCA history
Search the DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data to identify companies that have filed LCAs for logistics or supply chain roles. Employers already familiar with LCA filing are far less likely to withdraw an offer over sponsorship concerns.
Clarify the specialty occupation case early
Some employers mistakenly assume Logistics Planner roles don't qualify as specialty occupations because the title sounds operational. Bring your job description and degree transcript to the conversation early so the hiring team can confirm the specialty occupation requirement is met before extending a formal offer.
Time your offer letter around LCA certification
The DOL must certify your LCA before you can attend your consulate appointment. DOL certifies most LCAs within seven business days, so build at least two weeks into your start-date negotiation to avoid a scramble after signing. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork from offer to consulate appointment.
Prepare your prevailing wage documentation proactively
Your employer's offered salary must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and work location. Pull the relevant wage data from the DOL's Foreign Labor Certification Data Center before your offer negotiation so you can flag any gap before the LCA is filed.
Address third-party site placements in your application
Logistics Planners frequently work on-site at client warehouses or distribution centers under a third-party arrangement. USCIS and consular officers may ask for the petitioning employer to demonstrate a continuing employer-employee relationship, so confirm your offer letter and LCA reflect this structure accurately.
E-3 Visa Logistics Planner: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Logistics Planner jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals seeking U.S. roles with E-3 sponsorship, so it's the most direct place to start. Beyond that, target employers in manufacturing, retail, freight forwarding, and e-commerce who regularly hire supply chain professionals, as these industries file LCAs most consistently for logistics titles.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Logistics Planner role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3 visa?
Yes, provided the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as supply chain management, logistics, operations research, or industrial engineering. Roles where any general business degree would do, or where the employer treats the degree as a preference rather than a requirement, are harder to support and can draw scrutiny at the consulate.
How does the E-3 visa compare to the H-1B for a Logistics Planner?
The E-3 has no annual lottery, no cap waiting list, and processes in days rather than months once your LCA is certified. An H-1B visa application for the same Logistics Planner role enters a random lottery with roughly a one-in-four selection chance and a multi-month wait. For Australian nationals, the E-3 is the faster and more predictable path to U.S. employment.
Can I switch Logistics Planner employers while on an E-3 visa?
Yes, but your new employer must file a fresh LCA and your consulate appointment or change of status covers the new position specifically. You don't need to wait for a new fiscal year or re-enter a lottery. Build transition time into your plans: the new LCA certification takes roughly seven business days, and you should avoid a gap in authorized employment status between roles.