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Assistant Plant Manager green card sponsorship is available through the EB-2 and EB-3 categories, with employers filing PERM labor certification before petitioning USCIS via Form I-140. Manufacturing and food processing companies regularly sponsor this role, though nationals from high-demand countries should account for priority-date backlogs in their planning.
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We’re Here to Move the World Forward. Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better. Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. We are the modern workforce. Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Valmont Industries is seeking a proven manufacturing leader to join our Brenham leadership team as the Assistant Plant Manager – Lighting & Transportation (L&T). This role is responsible for leading a critical business segment, developing high-performing teams, driving operational excellence, and delivering results that support the success of one of Valmont's largest manufacturing facilities. The Assistant Plant Manager is responsible for the day-to-day manufacturing operations of the Lighting & Transportation business at the Brenham facility, with accountability for safety, quality, delivery, productivity, cost, and overall operational performance. This role partners closely with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, Planning, Supply Chain, and Human Resources to achieve business objectives while building a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and employee development. Reporting directly to the Senior Plant Manager with a dotted-line relationship to the Director of Operations – L&T, this position plays a key leadership role in executing strategic priorities, improving manufacturing performance, and ensuring customer commitments are met.
COMPENSATION & INCENTIVE OPPORTUNITY
Salary Range (Labor Grade 42): $122,900 - $153,600 - $192,000
STIP Eligibility: 15% Annual Discretionary Bonus
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead daily manufacturing operations for the Lighting & Transportation business.
- Develop and coach Production Supervisors, Production Managers, and other operational leaders.
- Foster a culture where safety is the highest priority and ensure compliance with company policies, environmental requirements, and regulatory standards.
- Drive accountability through visual management, standard work, and daily management systems.
- Lead production meetings and operating reviews focused on throughput, schedule attainment, and customer delivery commitments.
- Improve labor productivity, manufacturing efficiency, capacity utilization, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
- Partner with Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering to improve equipment reliability, reduce defects, and implement sustainable corrective actions.
- Execute production schedules and recovery plans to improve on-time delivery and reduce past-due orders.
- Assist with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives focused on waste elimination, process standardization, material flow, and operational efficiency.
- Monitor and drive performance improvements in:
- Safety
- Quality
- On-Time Delivery
- Throughput
- Labor Productivity and Efficiency
- Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
- Schedule Attainment
- Inventory Accuracy
- Manufacturing Cost Performance
- Lead workforce planning, succession planning, employee development, and performance management initiatives.
- Support operating plans, budget management, productivity improvements, capital planning, and profitability objectives.
- Collaborate with facility leadership to effectively manage shared resources and site priorities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree with 7+ years of relevant experience, Associate Degree with 9+ years of relevant experience, or 11+ years of relevant manufacturing leadership experience.
- Seven (7) or more years of progressive manufacturing operations leadership experience.
- Demonstrated success leading production operations in a large manufacturing environment.
- Experience managing supervisors, managers, and hourly production teams.
- Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and Operational Excellence methodologies.
- Experience working within ERP/MRP manufacturing environments.
- Strong understanding of production scheduling, workforce planning, capacity management, and operational metrics.
- Demonstrated success improving safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost performance.
- Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to lead in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while managing multiple priorities.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- MBA or other advanced business degree.
- Ten (10) or more years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience.
- Previous experience as an Operations Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Assistant Plant Manager, or Plant Manager.
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, or similar Operational Excellence certification.
- Experience leading multi-shift manufacturing operations.
- Experience leading operational transformations, plant turnarounds, capacity expansions, or large-scale continuous improvement initiatives.
- Strong financial acumen, including budget management, labor planning, and capital expenditures.
- Experience implementing Daily Management Systems, Tiered Accountability Processes, and Lean Production Systems.
- Proven success developing high-performing teams and leading organizational change.
COMPUTER SKILLS
Proficiency with:
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Outlook
- IFS
WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL EFFORTS
Work is typically performed in a manufacturing plant environment and the incumbent needs to be able to move about the office, shipping area and all areas of the plant which are producing product line for the company. There is a relatively constant exposure to somewhat disagreeable work conditions such as dust, dirt, heat, fumes, and cold as well as noise levels above 80 decibels. Work conditions vary throughout the week depending on the area of the plant assigned to work in. There will be visits to both indoor and outdoor locations during all seasons of the year. Many of the tasks are physical and the incumbent has to be able to lift up to 50 lbs. although the most frequent amount of weight lifted is 20 lbs. The employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The incumbent is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, feel, as well as balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
BENEFITS
Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:
- Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
- 401k retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off
- Employer paid life insurance
- Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
- Work Life Support
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
- Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more
Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.
INTRODUCTION
We’re Here to Move the World Forward. Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better. Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. We are the modern workforce. Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Valmont Industries is seeking a proven manufacturing leader to join our Brenham leadership team as the Assistant Plant Manager – Lighting & Transportation (L&T). This role is responsible for leading a critical business segment, developing high-performing teams, driving operational excellence, and delivering results that support the success of one of Valmont's largest manufacturing facilities. The Assistant Plant Manager is responsible for the day-to-day manufacturing operations of the Lighting & Transportation business at the Brenham facility, with accountability for safety, quality, delivery, productivity, cost, and overall operational performance. This role partners closely with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, Planning, Supply Chain, and Human Resources to achieve business objectives while building a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and employee development. Reporting directly to the Senior Plant Manager with a dotted-line relationship to the Director of Operations – L&T, this position plays a key leadership role in executing strategic priorities, improving manufacturing performance, and ensuring customer commitments are met.
COMPENSATION & INCENTIVE OPPORTUNITY
Salary Range (Labor Grade 42): $122,900 - $153,600 - $192,000
STIP Eligibility: 15% Annual Discretionary Bonus
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead daily manufacturing operations for the Lighting & Transportation business.
- Develop and coach Production Supervisors, Production Managers, and other operational leaders.
- Foster a culture where safety is the highest priority and ensure compliance with company policies, environmental requirements, and regulatory standards.
- Drive accountability through visual management, standard work, and daily management systems.
- Lead production meetings and operating reviews focused on throughput, schedule attainment, and customer delivery commitments.
- Improve labor productivity, manufacturing efficiency, capacity utilization, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
- Partner with Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering to improve equipment reliability, reduce defects, and implement sustainable corrective actions.
- Execute production schedules and recovery plans to improve on-time delivery and reduce past-due orders.
- Assist with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives focused on waste elimination, process standardization, material flow, and operational efficiency.
- Monitor and drive performance improvements in:
- Safety
- Quality
- On-Time Delivery
- Throughput
- Labor Productivity and Efficiency
- Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
- Schedule Attainment
- Inventory Accuracy
- Manufacturing Cost Performance
- Lead workforce planning, succession planning, employee development, and performance management initiatives.
- Support operating plans, budget management, productivity improvements, capital planning, and profitability objectives.
- Collaborate with facility leadership to effectively manage shared resources and site priorities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree with 7+ years of relevant experience, Associate Degree with 9+ years of relevant experience, or 11+ years of relevant manufacturing leadership experience.
- Seven (7) or more years of progressive manufacturing operations leadership experience.
- Demonstrated success leading production operations in a large manufacturing environment.
- Experience managing supervisors, managers, and hourly production teams.
- Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and Operational Excellence methodologies.
- Experience working within ERP/MRP manufacturing environments.
- Strong understanding of production scheduling, workforce planning, capacity management, and operational metrics.
- Demonstrated success improving safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost performance.
- Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to lead in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while managing multiple priorities.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- MBA or other advanced business degree.
- Ten (10) or more years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience.
- Previous experience as an Operations Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Assistant Plant Manager, or Plant Manager.
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, or similar Operational Excellence certification.
- Experience leading multi-shift manufacturing operations.
- Experience leading operational transformations, plant turnarounds, capacity expansions, or large-scale continuous improvement initiatives.
- Strong financial acumen, including budget management, labor planning, and capital expenditures.
- Experience implementing Daily Management Systems, Tiered Accountability Processes, and Lean Production Systems.
- Proven success developing high-performing teams and leading organizational change.
COMPUTER SKILLS
Proficiency with:
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Outlook
- IFS
WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL EFFORTS
Work is typically performed in a manufacturing plant environment and the incumbent needs to be able to move about the office, shipping area and all areas of the plant which are producing product line for the company. There is a relatively constant exposure to somewhat disagreeable work conditions such as dust, dirt, heat, fumes, and cold as well as noise levels above 80 decibels. Work conditions vary throughout the week depending on the area of the plant assigned to work in. There will be visits to both indoor and outdoor locations during all seasons of the year. Many of the tasks are physical and the incumbent has to be able to lift up to 50 lbs. although the most frequent amount of weight lifted is 20 lbs. The employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The incumbent is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, feel, as well as balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
BENEFITS
Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:
- Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
- 401k retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off
- Employer paid life insurance
- Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
- Work Life Support
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
- Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more
Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Assistant Plant Manager
Document progressive supervisory experience carefully
PERM labor certification requires your employer to prove your qualifications match the job requirements exactly. Compile performance reviews, org charts, and project records showing direct reports and P&L responsibility before the recruitment phase begins.
Target PERM-active manufacturing and processing companies
Search Migrate Mate to find employers with verified green card sponsorship history in plant operations and production management. Focusing on companies with prior EB-2 or EB-3 approvals in this occupation shortens the credibility conversation with HR.
Distinguish EB-2 from EB-3 before accepting an offer
Negotiate which category your employer intends to file under. EB-2 requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience; EB-3 covers a bachelor's degree or two years of relevant skilled-worker experience. Your category affects priority-date wait times.
Verify prevailing wage alignment with the OFLC Wage Search
Your employer must pay at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location before PERM certification is granted. Cross-check the OFLC Wage Search using your actual job site's metropolitan area, not company headquarters.
Track your priority date against the Visa Bulletin monthly
Once USCIS approves your I-140, your priority date determines when you can file for adjustment of status or enter consular processing. Nationals from India and China regularly see multi-year backlogs in EB-2 and EB-3, so monitor USCIS monthly Visa Bulletin updates and plan your timeline accordingly.
Preserve your priority date if you change employers
If your I-485 has been pending at least 180 days, AC21 portability lets you move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without restarting the green card process. Your original priority date can also carry over once your first employer's I-140 is approved.
Green Card Assistant Plant Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category fits an Assistant Plant Manager role?
Most Assistant Plant Manager positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers requiring at least two years of experience, or under EB-2 if the role requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive supervisory or operations experience. Your employer's HR and immigration counsel will determine the correct category based on the actual job requirements before filing PERM.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence, not a temporary status. The process starts with PERM labor certification filed with the Department of Labor, which includes a prevailing wage determination and a formal recruitment test to show no qualified U.S. workers were available. H-1B visa requires an LCA but no recruitment test and is capped at 85,000 annually with a lottery. Green card approvals have per-country numerical limits that can create long priority-date backlogs for nationals of high-demand countries.
How do I find Assistant Plant Manager jobs with green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history in plant operations and manufacturing management, searchable by location and role. This lets you target companies that have already navigated the PERM process for similar positions rather than approaching employers who have no prior experience sponsoring green cards.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers mid-process?
If your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you accept a new position in the same or a similar occupation without losing your place in the process. Separately, once your original employer's I-140 petition is approved, that priority date can transfer to a new employer's I-140 petition, protecting the seniority you have built in the queue.
Can my employer sponsor me for a green card if they are a mid-size plant?
Company size does not determine PERM eligibility. Any U.S. employer can sponsor a foreign worker for an employment-based green card as long as the position is full-time and permanent, the offered wage meets the DOL prevailing wage for the role and location, and the employer completes the required PERM recruitment steps showing no minimally qualified U.S. worker applied. Mid-size manufacturers and regional food processors regularly file and obtain PERM certification for plant management roles.