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Clerk roles with green card sponsorship go through PERM labor certification, where your employer documents the recruitment process with the Department of Labor before filing an I-140 petition with USCIS. EB-3 is the most common pathway for clerical positions, covering skilled workers with at least two years of experience and leading to lawful permanent residency.
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The Shipping Clerk is responsible for accurately receiving purchasing orders into our ERP system and placing them in the proper finished goods area. Packing product to our specifications, loading and unloading trucks. Complete shipping documentation, including BOL, CI and packing lists. Scheduling shipping pickup, printing shipping manifesting, printing labels and putting them on the proper boxes for those orders via our ERP system and the carrier’s website.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Key Areas of Responsibility:
- Operate D365 ERP and have advanced computer skills.
- Verify shipping paperwork – pack lists, freight bill, shipping labels, etc.
- Tag received parts and identified as ready for line or storage.
- Receive in parts in ERP system.
- Identify non-conforming parts or packages and disposition in accordance with ISO 13485 standards.
- Drive and operate forklifts.
- Load/Unload trucks.
- Verify correct paperwork on stored materials and before moving parts.
- Maintain dock area in a neat and orderly manner/keep warehouse organized.
- Transfer parts and orders interdepartmentally while ensuring proper documentation.
- Performing filing duties.
- Additional tasks as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or Equivalent.
- Shipping/warehouse computer software experience.
- Prior shipping manifesting experience is a plus.
- Must be able to clearly understand material tracking documents and communicate verbally with line personnel on a daily basis.
- Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Interpersonal skills.
- Computer data entry skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Meticulous attention to detail.
- Proficient use of a 10-key calculator.
INTRODUCTION
The Shipping Clerk is responsible for accurately receiving purchasing orders into our ERP system and placing them in the proper finished goods area. Packing product to our specifications, loading and unloading trucks. Complete shipping documentation, including BOL, CI and packing lists. Scheduling shipping pickup, printing shipping manifesting, printing labels and putting them on the proper boxes for those orders via our ERP system and the carrier’s website.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Key Areas of Responsibility:
- Operate D365 ERP and have advanced computer skills.
- Verify shipping paperwork – pack lists, freight bill, shipping labels, etc.
- Tag received parts and identified as ready for line or storage.
- Receive in parts in ERP system.
- Identify non-conforming parts or packages and disposition in accordance with ISO 13485 standards.
- Drive and operate forklifts.
- Load/Unload trucks.
- Verify correct paperwork on stored materials and before moving parts.
- Maintain dock area in a neat and orderly manner/keep warehouse organized.
- Transfer parts and orders interdepartmentally while ensuring proper documentation.
- Performing filing duties.
- Additional tasks as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or Equivalent.
- Shipping/warehouse computer software experience.
- Prior shipping manifesting experience is a plus.
- Must be able to clearly understand material tracking documents and communicate verbally with line personnel on a daily basis.
- Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Interpersonal skills.
- Computer data entry skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Meticulous attention to detail.
- Proficient use of a 10-key calculator.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Clerk
Verify your SOC code before applying
Clerk roles span multiple Standard Occupational Classification codes, and your employer's PERM filing must match your actual duties. Check O*NET to confirm the SOC code that fits your specific clerical work before your employer begins the prevailing wage determination.
Target employers with PERM filing history
Many employers sponsor clerical staff only when internal promotion pipelines stall. Use Migrate Mate to find employers with verified green card sponsorship history for Clerk roles, so you're not pitching the concept of PERM to a hiring manager who has never done it.
Document two years of experience precisely
EB-3 skilled worker eligibility requires at least two years of training or experience. Gather reference letters, pay stubs, and employer verification letters now, before your offer is made, since PERM job requirements must reflect duties you can already perform.
Understand the recruitment test timeline
PERM requires your employer to complete a mandatory recruitment period, typically 30 to 60 days, before DOL will accept the application. Factor this into your start-date negotiations so the filing timeline doesn't surprise either side after you've accepted an offer.
Check your priority date country backlog early
If you're a national of India or China, the per-country limits on employment-based green cards can mean years of waiting after your I-140 is approved. Confirm your priority date category with USCIS Visa Bulletin projections before committing to a sponsorship-dependent timeline.
Align your job duties to the PERM description
If your actual day-to-day tasks drift from the duties listed in your PERM application, you can jeopardize I-485 adjustment of status approval. Keep a copy of your certified PERM job description and flag any significant role changes to your employer's immigration counsel immediately.
Green Card Clerk: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Clerk role qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Clerk positions typically qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, provided the role requires at least two years of training or experience. Your employer must file a PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor, complete a recruitment test, and then file an I-140 petition with USCIS before you can proceed to adjustment of status or consular processing.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for Clerk jobs?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary and limited to specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree, so most Clerk roles don't qualify. Green card sponsorship through EB-3 leads to lawful permanent residency and doesn't expire with your employer relationship. The PERM process involves a prevailing wage determination and a formal recruitment period that H-1B does not require, and per-country backlogs mean nationals of high-demand countries may wait years before a visa number becomes available.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for Clerk positions?
Use Migrate Mate to search for employers with verified green card sponsorship history for Clerk and clerical roles. Many employers sponsor PERM filings quietly without advertising it, so searching by role type and sponsorship history gives you a shortlist of companies already familiar with the process rather than those you'd have to educate from scratch.
What happens to my green card case if I change jobs after the I-140 is approved?
Once your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 job portability allows you to change employers if the new role is in the same or a similar occupation. Your priority date from the original approved I-140 can also carry over to a new employer's I-140 petition, protecting the time already accumulated in the backlog queue.
What prevailing wage level applies to Clerk roles under PERM?
DOL assigns prevailing wage levels based on the specific duties, complexity, and supervision requirements of the Clerk position your employer documents. Your employer requests a prevailing wage determination from OFLC before advertising the role, and the offered salary must meet or exceed that level throughout the PERM process. Use OFLC Wage Search to get a preliminary sense of the wage range before negotiations begin.