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Assembly Operator jobs with green card sponsorship are available through the EB-3 skilled worker category, which requires at least two years of relevant experience. Employers sponsoring permanent residence must complete PERM labor certification with the DOL before filing an I-140 petition with USCIS, making sponsorship a multi-step commitment.
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Employer Reference: 57339
Location: Bolingbrook, Illinois, United States
Company Description
Sealed Air designs and delivers packaging solutions that protect essential goods transported worldwide, preserve food, enable e-commerce and digital connectivity, and help create a global supply chain that is touchless, safer, less wasteful, and more resilient. We strive to foster a caring, high-performance growth culture that will deliver consistent, sustainable profitable growth and accelerate our performance – a culture where accountability is clear and aligned, and where we reward business outcomes and impact. That culture guides everything we do, including how we partner with our customers and suppliers, how we attract and retain top talent, and how we create and deliver value to our stakeholders. In 2025, Sealed Air generated $5.4 billion in sales and has approximately 16,100 employees who serve customers in 119 countries/territories.
Job Description
Shift: Night
Schedule: 6 PM to 6 AM - 12-hour shift. 2/2/3 schedule
Pay Rate: $19.59
Shift Premium Amount: $2.00
Position Overview
The Assembly Machine Operator is responsible for the following procedures for product assembly/fabrication, equipment operation, and safety requirements as documented in the company’s quality system. The operator will be required to ensure the equipment is working properly and efficiently to produce quality products and to record data each shift.
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential duty. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
- Exhibit safety awareness at all times, immediately reporting possible hazards or violations for corrective action.
- Perform all duties in compliance with Company directives and in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices and SQF requirements or other program requirements.
- Visually inspect parts produced to ensure that no defective parts are packed and shipped to internal or external customers.
- Ensure that the exact number of parts required is packed in the proper container with proper labelling.
- Perform all required Quality checks as assigned, such as measuring dimension for control charting purposes.
- Ensure that quality standards are upheld and that any suspect or defective product is reported to the Shift Leader to be appropriately destroyed or placed on hold for the Quality Department’s review and decision.
- Complete required production reporting forms.
- Utilize a computer and RF Scanner to create product labels.
- Handle finished product including boxing, labelling, and palletizing.
- Housekeeping – maintaining machines and work area to ensure cleanliness.
- Other duties as assigned by Shift Leader or other Company management.
- Responsible for scrap, operating equipment to maximize efficiency, and product quality.
- Perform all normal running adjustments to the equipment as required to produce the product to specification; record all changes.
- Relieve other members of the production team for breaks or as needed.
- Timely communication of any concerns regarding materials, maintenance, second operations or quality to appropriate personnel.
- Teamwork and Communication in a positive and respectful manner to resolve all issues.
- Assist in the training of other personnel in proper operation of equipment according to approved company procedures.
Competency Statements
Act: Safely, Responsibly and Ethically.
Develop: Positive, Collaborative Teams and Healthy Work Environments.
Deliver: Timely, Innovative and Sustainable Focused Solutions.
Drive: Quality in Products, Service, and Attainment of Professional Goals.
Integrate: Core Values of Commitment, Responsibility, and Innovation into all aspects of work.
Qualifications
Required:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- 3 to 6 months of experience in a manufacturing environment and strong mechanical aptitude preferred.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with close attention to detail.
- Self-starter, adaptable to work in a fast-paced environment, and demonstrate initiative.
- Ability to read and interpret standard measuring tapes and product specifications.
- Ability to work safely and effectively with minimal supervision.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods of time.
Work Environment
Manufacturing Plant. Climate Controlled.
Lunch break is included. PPE will be provided by the company.
Benefits and Perks
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discounts
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid elder care
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Additional Information
Requisition id: 57339
Relocation: No
Sealed Air is committed to attracting, selecting, and developing talent that reflects the diversity of the communities and customers we serve. We take pride in our selection process to identify, infuse, and grow talent to align with our culture, values, and norms. Sealed Air prioritizes talent development, fostering a culture of continuous growth and career progression. The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and to all employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
Please be cautious of fraudulent recruiting efforts using the Sealed Air name or logo. Sealed Air will never request private information during the application process, such as a Driver’s License or Social Security Number. If you have any concerns about information received from SEE during the application process, please reach out to us directly at globalta@sealedair.com.
Department: Food
Employer Reference: 57339
Location: Bolingbrook, Illinois, United States
Company Description
Sealed Air designs and delivers packaging solutions that protect essential goods transported worldwide, preserve food, enable e-commerce and digital connectivity, and help create a global supply chain that is touchless, safer, less wasteful, and more resilient. We strive to foster a caring, high-performance growth culture that will deliver consistent, sustainable profitable growth and accelerate our performance – a culture where accountability is clear and aligned, and where we reward business outcomes and impact. That culture guides everything we do, including how we partner with our customers and suppliers, how we attract and retain top talent, and how we create and deliver value to our stakeholders. In 2025, Sealed Air generated $5.4 billion in sales and has approximately 16,100 employees who serve customers in 119 countries/territories.
Job Description
Shift: Night
Schedule: 6 PM to 6 AM - 12-hour shift. 2/2/3 schedule
Pay Rate: $19.59
Shift Premium Amount: $2.00
Position Overview
The Assembly Machine Operator is responsible for the following procedures for product assembly/fabrication, equipment operation, and safety requirements as documented in the company’s quality system. The operator will be required to ensure the equipment is working properly and efficiently to produce quality products and to record data each shift.
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential duty. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
- Exhibit safety awareness at all times, immediately reporting possible hazards or violations for corrective action.
- Perform all duties in compliance with Company directives and in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices and SQF requirements or other program requirements.
- Visually inspect parts produced to ensure that no defective parts are packed and shipped to internal or external customers.
- Ensure that the exact number of parts required is packed in the proper container with proper labelling.
- Perform all required Quality checks as assigned, such as measuring dimension for control charting purposes.
- Ensure that quality standards are upheld and that any suspect or defective product is reported to the Shift Leader to be appropriately destroyed or placed on hold for the Quality Department’s review and decision.
- Complete required production reporting forms.
- Utilize a computer and RF Scanner to create product labels.
- Handle finished product including boxing, labelling, and palletizing.
- Housekeeping – maintaining machines and work area to ensure cleanliness.
- Other duties as assigned by Shift Leader or other Company management.
- Responsible for scrap, operating equipment to maximize efficiency, and product quality.
- Perform all normal running adjustments to the equipment as required to produce the product to specification; record all changes.
- Relieve other members of the production team for breaks or as needed.
- Timely communication of any concerns regarding materials, maintenance, second operations or quality to appropriate personnel.
- Teamwork and Communication in a positive and respectful manner to resolve all issues.
- Assist in the training of other personnel in proper operation of equipment according to approved company procedures.
Competency Statements
Act: Safely, Responsibly and Ethically.
Develop: Positive, Collaborative Teams and Healthy Work Environments.
Deliver: Timely, Innovative and Sustainable Focused Solutions.
Drive: Quality in Products, Service, and Attainment of Professional Goals.
Integrate: Core Values of Commitment, Responsibility, and Innovation into all aspects of work.
Qualifications
Required:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- 3 to 6 months of experience in a manufacturing environment and strong mechanical aptitude preferred.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with close attention to detail.
- Self-starter, adaptable to work in a fast-paced environment, and demonstrate initiative.
- Ability to read and interpret standard measuring tapes and product specifications.
- Ability to work safely and effectively with minimal supervision.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods of time.
Work Environment
Manufacturing Plant. Climate Controlled.
Lunch break is included. PPE will be provided by the company.
Benefits and Perks
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discounts
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid elder care
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Additional Information
Requisition id: 57339
Relocation: No
Sealed Air is committed to attracting, selecting, and developing talent that reflects the diversity of the communities and customers we serve. We take pride in our selection process to identify, infuse, and grow talent to align with our culture, values, and norms. Sealed Air prioritizes talent development, fostering a culture of continuous growth and career progression. The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and to all employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
Please be cautious of fraudulent recruiting efforts using the Sealed Air name or logo. Sealed Air will never request private information during the application process, such as a Driver’s License or Social Security Number. If you have any concerns about information received from SEE during the application process, please reach out to us directly at globalta@sealedair.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Assembly Operator
Document your two-year experience threshold
EB-3 skilled worker eligibility hinges on proving at least two years of qualifying Assembly Operator experience. Gather pay stubs, employment letters on company letterhead, and supervisor references before you approach any employer about sponsorship.
Search Migrate Mate for verified sponsors
Target manufacturers and production facilities with confirmed green card sponsorship history. Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified employment-based sponsorship records, searchable by role and location, so you're not applying blind.
Prioritize employers with active PERM filings
Some manufacturers sponsor green cards regularly for assembly and production roles while others do it rarely. Focusing on facilities with existing PERM filing history shortens negotiation time and signals an HR team already familiar with the DOL recruitment requirements.
Understand your prevailing wage before negotiating
PERM requires your employer to pay at least the DOL-determined prevailing wage for your occupation and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level for Assembly Operators in your target city before salary discussions begin.
Get the job description PERM-ready from day one
Your employer's PERM-approved job description locks in the minimum requirements for the role. Any duties or education requirements added after certification can invalidate the filing, so align with your hiring manager on an accurate, stable description before USCIS paperwork starts.
File I-485 promptly once your priority date becomes current
Per-country backlogs mean nationals of high-demand countries can wait years for a current priority date. When the monthly Visa Bulletin shows your date is current, file your I-485 adjustment of status application without delay to secure your place in line.
Green Card Assembly Operator: Frequently Asked Questions
Can an Assembly Operator qualify for EB-2 or only EB-3?
Most Assembly Operator roles qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, since the position typically requires at least two years of experience rather than an advanced degree. EB-2 is available if the role genuinely requires a master's degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience, but that credential bar is rarely met for standard assembly positions.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for an Assembly Operator?
H-1B visa requires a specialty occupation tied to a bachelor's degree in a specific field, which most Assembly Operator roles do not meet. Green card sponsorship through EB-3 is designed precisely for skilled trades and production workers. The process involves PERM labor certification filed with the DOL, an I-140 petition with USCIS, and then adjustment of status or consular processing, leading to permanent residence rather than a temporary status with renewal limits.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for Assembly Operator roles?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified employment-based sponsorship history, searchable by occupation and city. Filtering by Assembly Operator and your target location surfaces manufacturers and production facilities that have already committed to the PERM and I-140 process, which is a stronger signal than a job posting that simply mentions sponsorship availability.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers mid-process?
Timing matters. If your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more and the new job is in the same or a similar occupation, AC21 portability lets you change employers without restarting the case. If you move before that 180-day threshold, you'll generally need a new PERM filing and I-140. Your approved priority date from the original I-140 can carry over to a new employer's petition, preserving your place in the backlog.
What does the PERM recruitment process mean for the hiring timeline?
Before filing PERM, your employer must run a formal recruitment test to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role. This typically includes job postings, newspaper ads, and internal notices following DOL-prescribed steps. The recruitment window plus DOL adjudication time adds months to the overall sponsorship timeline, so employers who have completed PERM before are generally better prepared to manage the schedule.