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Apparel Designer roles can qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, where your employer documents that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the position. Roles tied to technical pattern development, textile engineering, or specialized CAD-driven design tend to strengthen the specialty occupation argument supporting permanent sponsorship.
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Get Access To All JobsTitle: Production Associate - Apparel Grader
Location:
Salt Lake City, UT, US, 84104
Requisition Number: 231510
Job Description
Cintas is seeking a Production Associate – Apparel Grader to support the Rental Division. The Apparel Grader is responsible for accurately examining used customer garments/apparel and rating their long-term usefulness in accordance with policies and standards. 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.
- Must be willing to use a computer program to accomplish work.
Physical Qualifications, with or without reasonable accommodation:
- Requires standing for most of shift.
- Requires repetitive motions, stretching, bending, turning, or reaching to accomplish work activities.
Attributes of a Great Employee-Partner:
- Attention To Detail: Is thorough and careful about detail when completing work tasks or correcting flaws or mistakes.
- 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.
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: Salt Lake City
Title: Production Associate - Apparel Grader
Location:
Salt Lake City, UT, US, 84104
Requisition Number: 231510
Job Description
Cintas is seeking a Production Associate – Apparel Grader to support the Rental Division. The Apparel Grader is responsible for accurately examining used customer garments/apparel and rating their long-term usefulness in accordance with policies and standards. 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.
- Must be willing to use a computer program to accomplish work.
Physical Qualifications, with or without reasonable accommodation:
- Requires standing for most of shift.
- Requires repetitive motions, stretching, bending, turning, or reaching to accomplish work activities.
Attributes of a Great Employee-Partner:
- Attention To Detail: Is thorough and careful about detail when completing work tasks or correcting flaws or mistakes.
- 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.
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: Salt Lake City
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Apparel Designer
Document your design portfolio for PERM
Gather dated project files, client briefs, and technical specs that demonstrate specialized skills like CAD patternmaking or technical flat development. PERM audits often request evidence proving your credentials are genuinely distinct from general design candidates.
Target manufacturers with active PERM histories
Search DOL OFLC disclosure data to identify apparel companies that have filed PERM applications for design roles. Brands with in-house technical design teams and dedicated product development departments are far more likely to sponsor than licensing-only operations.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to filter apparel and fashion companies with verified green card sponsorship histories. Targeting employers already familiar with the PERM process cuts down the internal approval time you'd spend educating an HR team from scratch.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 eligibility early
EB-2 requires an advanced degree or equivalent credentials in a specialized design discipline. If your role is classified under skilled worker categories, EB-3 is the more common path. Ask your prospective employer which classification their immigration counsel intends to file under before accepting an offer.
Verify your job title against O*NET classifications
Apparel Designer roles span SOC codes covering fashion design and technical product development. Cross-referencing your actual duties with O*NET ensures the PERM job description accurately reflects your work, reducing the risk of a DOL audit or denial.
Prepare for prevailing wage delays in the offer stage
PERM requires your employer to request a prevailing wage determination from the OFLC Wage Search before recruiting begins. This step alone can take several months, so push for clarity on the employer's timeline before you resign from a current role.
Green Card Apparel Designer: Frequently Asked Questions
Can an Apparel Designer role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. EB-3 covers skilled workers and professionals and is the most common pathway for Apparel Designer roles where the position requires a bachelor's degree in fashion design or a related field. EB-2 applies when the role genuinely requires an advanced degree or the candidate holds equivalent specialized credentials. Your employer's immigration counsel will determine which classification fits the specific job duties and your background.
How does the PERM green card process differ from H-1B sponsorship for Apparel Designers?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant visa capped at 85,000 per year with a lottery that creates real uncertainty. PERM-based green card sponsorship has no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most countries outside India and China, and it leads to permanent residency rather than a renewable temporary status. The tradeoff is time: PERM labor certification, I-140 petition filing, and the adjustment of status process can span two to four years for uncapped countries, compared to a faster H-1B approval.
What makes an Apparel Designer role strong enough for PERM sponsorship?
Roles that require specific technical skills, such as CAD patternmaking software proficiency, textile engineering knowledge, or expertise in a defined product category like activewear or technical outerwear, build a stronger PERM case. DOL scrutinizes whether the job genuinely requires specialized qualifications that a general design graduate would not hold. Vague job descriptions listing broad creative duties are more likely to attract an audit.
How do I find Apparel Designer jobs where employers are already open to green card sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search for apparel and fashion employers with documented green card sponsorship histories. Targeting companies that have already navigated the PERM process for design roles means less internal convincing and a faster path from offer to petition filing. DOL's public PERM disclosure data also shows which employers have filed in the apparel and textile categories recently.
Does my country of birth affect my green card wait time as an Apparel Designer?
Yes. Green card priority dates are assigned based on country of birth, not citizenship. Nationals born in India and China face significant EB-3 backlogs that can extend wait times by years. Applicants born in most other countries currently face little to no backlog in EB-3, meaning the practical timeline from PERM filing to permanent residency is driven by processing times rather than quota lines. USCIS publishes monthly visa bulletin updates reflecting current priority date movement.