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Continuous Improvement Manager roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, which permanently ties your residency to a U.S. employer rather than a temporary visa. Employers in manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics regularly sponsor this role. Finding the right sponsorship match starts with knowing which companies file PERM applications for operations management positions.
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The Wonderful Company is committed to providing high-quality, healthy, and iconic brands, including FIJI Water, POM Wonderful, Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos and helping improve the lives of the people who live and work in the places where we operate. Ranked No. 1 on the 2025 PEOPLE® Companies That Care list and one of Fortune® magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” in the U.S., The Wonderful Company is continually recognized for its dedication to the well-being of its workforce, their communities, and the planet.
The Continuous Improvement Lean Practitioner drives productivity and loss elimination by leading continuous improvement initiatives across The Wonderful Company. This role trains and coaches teams on Lean principles, PDCA methodology, advanced problem-solving, and process optimization while implementing Daily Direction Setting and autonomous maintenance to improve operational performance, equipment reliability, and team ownership. The position offers the opportunity to work across iconic brands including FIJI Water, POM Wonderful, and Wonderful Pistachios, while making a measurable impact through Lean transformation and operational excellence.
This position is based in Shafter, CA, and requires frequent travel to other business unit locations throughout California, as well as occasional domestic and international travel to Oregon, Texas, Europe, Mexico, and Fiji, as business needs require.
Job Description
- Training and Coaching: Train, coach, and challenge process owners in the use of lean tools, approaches, and techniques to create sustainable management and measurement systems.
- Lean Tools Facilitation: Facilitate team use of lean tools, including Kaizen, 5S, Standard Work, PDCA/Problem Solving Process, and identifying waste.
- Project Management: Manage multiple projects to ensure on-time delivery and quality using both internal and external resources.
- Process Improvement: Investigate and analyze production methods and processes to identify improvements that drive efficiency, reduce cost, and eliminate waste.
- Best Practices: Actively seek out best practices to share and implement at the sites.
Qualifications
- 2-4 years in an operations role (such as Continuous Improvement, Production, or Quality).
- Bilingual in Spanish.
- Certification or significant experience in Lean and/or Six Sigma a plus.
- Demonstrated understanding of World Class Manufacturing Methodology.
- Superior problem solving and analytical skills (both quantitative and qualitative).
- Strong written and presentation skills.
- Knowledgeable in change management and adult learning.
- Ability to travel primarily within California, with occasional travel to Oregon, Texas, Europe, Mexico, and Fiji as needed.
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Math, Science or related field.
Pay Range: $80,000 - $90,000 and may include a discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.
Additional Information
- Thriving Wellness Community: Access to top-notch medical coverage comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future and including:
- 24/7 online physician consultations
- virtual mental health resources
- life coaching
- engaging employee community groups
- cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements
- library of on-demand fitness videos
- Career Advancement Opportunities: Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units.
- Focused Learning and Development: Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses.
- Empowering Mentorship Program: Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program to share goals, overcome challenges, and drive your career forward.
- Continuous Improvement Training: Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant, positive change in the workplace.
- Building a Healthy Society: To date, our co-Founders Lynda and Stewart Resnick, through their foundations and The Wonderful Company, have invested more than $2.5 billion in education, health and wellness, community development, and sustainability initiatives across California’s Central Valley, Fiji, and the world. In 2025, Wonderful ranked as #1 in PEOPLE’s “100 Companies That Care” list and was named one of Fortune magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For.
- Giving Back to the Community: Make a difference with Wonderful Giving, allowing you to allocate company-provided funds to up to three charities of your choice, and join Wonderful Neighbor to contribute to group service projects within our local communities.
The Wonderful Company is a privately held $6 billion global company headquartered in Los Angeles, with more than 10,000 employees worldwide. Founded by Lynda and Stewart Resnick, Wonderful produces some of the world’s most recognized healthy food and beverage brands, including FIJI Water, POM Wonderful, Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos, Wonderful Seedless Lemons, Teleflora, and JUSTIN, Lewis Cellars, and Landmark wines.
The company also operates Neptune Pacific, a shipping and supply chain company serving the Pacific, and Wonderful Real Estate, which develops and manages industrial properties in California’s Central Valley. To date, the Resnicks, along with their foundations and The Wonderful Company, have committed more than $2.5 billion to philanthropy and community investment primarily where its employees live and work. Wonderful is regularly named one of Fortune’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” and ranked No. 1 on PEOPLE magazine’s Companies That Care list.
The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.
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Company Description
The Wonderful Company is committed to providing high-quality, healthy, and iconic brands, including FIJI Water, POM Wonderful, Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos and helping improve the lives of the people who live and work in the places where we operate. Ranked No. 1 on the 2025 PEOPLE® Companies That Care list and one of Fortune® magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” in the U.S., The Wonderful Company is continually recognized for its dedication to the well-being of its workforce, their communities, and the planet.
The Continuous Improvement Lean Practitioner drives productivity and loss elimination by leading continuous improvement initiatives across The Wonderful Company. This role trains and coaches teams on Lean principles, PDCA methodology, advanced problem-solving, and process optimization while implementing Daily Direction Setting and autonomous maintenance to improve operational performance, equipment reliability, and team ownership. The position offers the opportunity to work across iconic brands including FIJI Water, POM Wonderful, and Wonderful Pistachios, while making a measurable impact through Lean transformation and operational excellence.
This position is based in Shafter, CA, and requires frequent travel to other business unit locations throughout California, as well as occasional domestic and international travel to Oregon, Texas, Europe, Mexico, and Fiji, as business needs require.
Job Description
- Training and Coaching: Train, coach, and challenge process owners in the use of lean tools, approaches, and techniques to create sustainable management and measurement systems.
- Lean Tools Facilitation: Facilitate team use of lean tools, including Kaizen, 5S, Standard Work, PDCA/Problem Solving Process, and identifying waste.
- Project Management: Manage multiple projects to ensure on-time delivery and quality using both internal and external resources.
- Process Improvement: Investigate and analyze production methods and processes to identify improvements that drive efficiency, reduce cost, and eliminate waste.
- Best Practices: Actively seek out best practices to share and implement at the sites.
Qualifications
- 2-4 years in an operations role (such as Continuous Improvement, Production, or Quality).
- Bilingual in Spanish.
- Certification or significant experience in Lean and/or Six Sigma a plus.
- Demonstrated understanding of World Class Manufacturing Methodology.
- Superior problem solving and analytical skills (both quantitative and qualitative).
- Strong written and presentation skills.
- Knowledgeable in change management and adult learning.
- Ability to travel primarily within California, with occasional travel to Oregon, Texas, Europe, Mexico, and Fiji as needed.
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Math, Science or related field.
Pay Range: $80,000 - $90,000 and may include a discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.
Additional Information
- Thriving Wellness Community: Access to top-notch medical coverage comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future and including:
- 24/7 online physician consultations
- virtual mental health resources
- life coaching
- engaging employee community groups
- cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements
- library of on-demand fitness videos
- Career Advancement Opportunities: Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units.
- Focused Learning and Development: Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses.
- Empowering Mentorship Program: Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program to share goals, overcome challenges, and drive your career forward.
- Continuous Improvement Training: Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant, positive change in the workplace.
- Building a Healthy Society: To date, our co-Founders Lynda and Stewart Resnick, through their foundations and The Wonderful Company, have invested more than $2.5 billion in education, health and wellness, community development, and sustainability initiatives across California’s Central Valley, Fiji, and the world. In 2025, Wonderful ranked as #1 in PEOPLE’s “100 Companies That Care” list and was named one of Fortune magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For.
- Giving Back to the Community: Make a difference with Wonderful Giving, allowing you to allocate company-provided funds to up to three charities of your choice, and join Wonderful Neighbor to contribute to group service projects within our local communities.
The Wonderful Company is a privately held $6 billion global company headquartered in Los Angeles, with more than 10,000 employees worldwide. Founded by Lynda and Stewart Resnick, Wonderful produces some of the world’s most recognized healthy food and beverage brands, including FIJI Water, POM Wonderful, Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos, Wonderful Seedless Lemons, Teleflora, and JUSTIN, Lewis Cellars, and Landmark wines.
The company also operates Neptune Pacific, a shipping and supply chain company serving the Pacific, and Wonderful Real Estate, which develops and manages industrial properties in California’s Central Valley. To date, the Resnicks, along with their foundations and The Wonderful Company, have committed more than $2.5 billion to philanthropy and community investment primarily where its employees live and work. Wonderful is regularly named one of Fortune’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” and ranked No. 1 on PEOPLE magazine’s Companies That Care list.
The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.
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Document your Lean and Six Sigma credentials now
PERM requires your employer to define minimum qualifications before filing. Gather your Lean, Six Sigma, or PMP certifications and any foreign degree equivalency evaluations early so your employer's job posting reflects your actual credentials without creating a mismatch USCIS can challenge.
Target manufacturers with active PERM filing history
Continuous Improvement Manager roles see the highest PERM sponsorship activity in manufacturing, automotive, and medical device companies. Search DOL's OFLC disclosure data for employers who have filed PERM applications under SOC code 11-3051 to build a targeted list before applying.
Use O*NET to anchor your specialty occupation case
The O*NET profile for Industrial Production Managers and related operations roles specifies the degree requirements and specialized knowledge USCIS and DOL expect. Align your resume and employer job description to those listed knowledge areas to strengthen both the PERM audit trail and any EB-2 determination.
Search Migrate Mate to find green-card-sponsoring employers
Many Continuous Improvement Manager postings don't advertise PERM sponsorship upfront. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified green card filing history for operations roles, so you spend time applying to companies already familiar with the PERM process rather than discovering sponsorship gaps at the offer stage.
Negotiate PERM filing into your offer letter terms
Ask your hiring manager or HR contact to confirm the sponsorship timeline in writing before you accept. PERM advertising requirements take roughly 60 days minimum, and delays in starting that process can affect your overall green card timeline by a year or more.
Understand EB-2 versus EB-3 before your employer chooses
If your role requires a master's degree or equivalent, your employer may file under EB-2, which can mean shorter wait times for most countries. EB-3 is common when a bachelor's degree satisfies the position. Ask your employer's immigration counsel which category fits the posted minimum requirements.
Green Card Continuous Improvement Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Continuous Improvement Manager role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories can apply depending on how your employer defines the minimum requirements. EB-2 applies when the role genuinely requires a master's degree or its equivalent in engineering, business, or a related field. EB-3 covers positions requiring a bachelor's degree. Most operations management roles are filed under EB-3, though employers with rigorous technical requirements increasingly pursue EB-2 for senior-level candidates with advanced credentials.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
An H-1B visa ties you to a temporary work status subject to renewal, and cap-subject petitions go through an annual lottery with no guarantee of selection. PERM-based green card sponsorship has no annual lottery, leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary visa, and once your I-140 is approved your priority date is locked in. For Continuous Improvement Managers from most countries outside India and China, EB-3 processing can reach a green card in two to four years total.
What does the PERM labor certification process look like for an operations management role?
Your employer files a PERM application with DOL after completing a mandatory recruitment campaign lasting at least 60 days. DOL must certify that no qualified U.S. workers were available for the specific role as defined. For Continuous Improvement Manager positions, employers must document the Lean, Six Sigma, or process engineering requirements that justify the specialized need. After PERM certification, the employer files an I-140 petition with USCIS.
How can I find employers who already sponsor green cards for Continuous Improvement Manager jobs?
Most job postings don't explicitly advertise PERM sponsorship, which makes it difficult to identify willing employers through standard searches. Migrate Mate filters employers by verified green card filing history for operations and engineering management roles, so you can direct your applications toward companies that have already navigated the PERM process and are open to sponsoring again.
Can my Lean Six Sigma certifications substitute for a degree requirement in the PERM process?
Certifications alone generally don't replace a degree requirement under PERM rules, but they can strengthen the job description's specialty justification and your EB-2 case if combined with equivalent experience. DOL allows a three-for-one substitution where three years of relevant professional experience replaces one year of formal education, so a combination of certifications and documented project leadership experience can meet a bachelor's degree equivalent requirement if your employer's attorney structures it correctly.