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Human Resources Representative green card sponsorship connects foreign HR professionals to U.S. employers willing to file PERM labor certification, then I-140 and adjustment of status, for permanent residency. EB-2 and EB-3 pathways both apply depending on your degree and experience level, making this role accessible to a broad range of international candidates.
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The Human Resources Representative provides employee relations assistance and is the liaison between the factory and HR department. This position requires the ability to travel to all facilities as needed and involves being in a factory environment for up to 100% of the workday, talking with employees regarding company policies and benefits, and examining and resolving employee concerns and issues. The ideal candidate is personable, professional, and has excellent communication skills.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct new hire sessions during training period and anniversary updates.
- Thoroughly and accurately explain company policies and benefits.
- Act as liaison between the factory and HR office and relay employee concerns and suggestions to HR.
- Work closely with others in HR to handle any benefits and payroll issues or questions.
- Work with leadership to investigate and resolve employee concerns and issues.
- Assist in maintaining a safe working environment through enforcement of company safety rules.
- Conduct interviews for open positions.
- Conduct exit interviews on terminated team members.
- Execute terminations and participate in the unemployment hearing as needed.
- Identify gaps and areas for improvement and provide solutions for improvement.
- Other duties, projects, or training as assigned.
- The Human Resources Representative is an office-based role. Regular, predictable on-site attendance is required.
- Perform core job responsibilities through regular in-person collaboration, including participation in meetings, team discussions, and cross-functional coordination.
- Collaborate with fellow team members and leadership in a shared work environment to support innovation and timely decision-making, problem-solving, and operational effectiveness.
- Maintain a consistent on-site presence to support and respond to day-to-day business needs, including attendance of scheduled meetings and real-time collaboration as needed to ensure alignment on department and company priorities.
- Meet regularly with manager in-person to align on workload, priorities, performance, and ongoing professional development.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
- Two or more years of related experience in either a factory or human resources environment required.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record, as this position will require driving a company vehicle when visiting the satellite locations required.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize and be able to work independently.
- Strong observation skills, listening skills, and attention to detail.
- Flexibility in schedule and tasks for last minute changes, including spending time onsite outside of normal working hours.
- Ability to participate in a weekend on call rotation.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in HR, psychology, communications or related field preferred.
- PHR, SHRM CP, or membership to related HR membership and or publications preferred.
- Ability to develop relationships and openly communicate with all team members.
- Ability to discuss sensitive subjects, handle situations respectfully, and maintain full confidentiality.
- Professional in demeanor.
SCHEDULE
The hours for this position are 5:00am - 3:30pm, Tuesday through Friday.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Company-paid background check required upon hire.
INTRODUCTION
The Human Resources Representative provides employee relations assistance and is the liaison between the factory and HR department. This position requires the ability to travel to all facilities as needed and involves being in a factory environment for up to 100% of the workday, talking with employees regarding company policies and benefits, and examining and resolving employee concerns and issues. The ideal candidate is personable, professional, and has excellent communication skills.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct new hire sessions during training period and anniversary updates.
- Thoroughly and accurately explain company policies and benefits.
- Act as liaison between the factory and HR office and relay employee concerns and suggestions to HR.
- Work closely with others in HR to handle any benefits and payroll issues or questions.
- Work with leadership to investigate and resolve employee concerns and issues.
- Assist in maintaining a safe working environment through enforcement of company safety rules.
- Conduct interviews for open positions.
- Conduct exit interviews on terminated team members.
- Execute terminations and participate in the unemployment hearing as needed.
- Identify gaps and areas for improvement and provide solutions for improvement.
- Other duties, projects, or training as assigned.
- The Human Resources Representative is an office-based role. Regular, predictable on-site attendance is required.
- Perform core job responsibilities through regular in-person collaboration, including participation in meetings, team discussions, and cross-functional coordination.
- Collaborate with fellow team members and leadership in a shared work environment to support innovation and timely decision-making, problem-solving, and operational effectiveness.
- Maintain a consistent on-site presence to support and respond to day-to-day business needs, including attendance of scheduled meetings and real-time collaboration as needed to ensure alignment on department and company priorities.
- Meet regularly with manager in-person to align on workload, priorities, performance, and ongoing professional development.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
- Two or more years of related experience in either a factory or human resources environment required.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record, as this position will require driving a company vehicle when visiting the satellite locations required.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize and be able to work independently.
- Strong observation skills, listening skills, and attention to detail.
- Flexibility in schedule and tasks for last minute changes, including spending time onsite outside of normal working hours.
- Ability to participate in a weekend on call rotation.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in HR, psychology, communications or related field preferred.
- PHR, SHRM CP, or membership to related HR membership and or publications preferred.
- Ability to develop relationships and openly communicate with all team members.
- Ability to discuss sensitive subjects, handle situations respectfully, and maintain full confidentiality.
- Professional in demeanor.
SCHEDULE
The hours for this position are 5:00am - 3:30pm, Tuesday through Friday.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Company-paid background check required upon hire.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Human Resources Representative
Match your credentials to the right EB tier
EB-2 requires a master's degree in HR or a related field, or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive HR experience. EB-3 covers bachelor's-degree holders and skilled workers with at least two years of qualifying experience. Knowing which tier fits your background lets you target employers whose PERM filings align with your profile.
Research prevailing wage before salary negotiations
PERM requires your employer to pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your location and job level. Run the OFLC Wage Search for the HR Representative SOC code in your target city before you negotiate, so you can flag any offer that falls below the threshold the employer must certify.
Find green-card-sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Many HR employers sponsor temporary work visas but stop short of PERM filings. Migrate Mate shows employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history by role, so you can focus your applications on companies already committed to the full permanent residency process.
Prepare a targeted HR credentials portfolio early
PERM recruitment requires the employer to document that no qualified U.S. workers applied for your specific role. Gather transcripts, SHRM or HRCI certifications, and experience letters that clearly tie your background to the posted job duties before the recruitment window opens, so the employer's file is clean from day one.
Ask employers about their PERM attorney and timeline
Some HR departments handle PERM in-house; others outsource to immigration counsel. Asking upfront whether the company has an established PERM process and an estimated priority date timeline tells you how experienced they are and whether their internal HR team is equipped to manage their own green card sponsorship filings.
Protect your priority date if you change employers
Once your original I-140 is approved, your priority date can carry over to a new employer's I-140 for the same or a similar HR occupation. If your I-485 has been pending at least 180 days, AC21 job portability also applies. Confirm both conditions with USCIS before accepting a competing offer.
Green Card Human Resources Representative: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category fits a Human Resources Representative role?
Most HR Representative roles qualify under EB-3 for professionals holding a U.S.-equivalent bachelor's degree, or for skilled workers with at least two years of specialized HR experience. If you hold a master's degree in HR, organizational behavior, or a related field, or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience, you may qualify under EB-2 instead. Your employer's immigration counsel determines the appropriate category when filing PERM.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for HR roles?
H-1B visa is temporary, capped at 85,000 slots annually, and subject to a lottery. Green card sponsorship through PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status is permanent and has no lottery, but EB-2 and EB-3 have annual per-country numerical limits that can create priority-date backlogs, particularly for nationals of India and China. The PERM process also requires a full DOL-supervised recruitment test before filing, which H-1B does not.
How do I find HR employers who will file PERM, not just H-1B?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history, letting you filter for companies that have committed to PERM filings for HR roles specifically. Many large employers sponsor H-1B broadly but limit PERM filings to certain departments or seniority levels, so checking actual filing history before applying saves significant time in your search.
What does the PERM recruitment process mean for HR Representative candidates?
DOL requires the sponsoring employer to conduct a supervised recruitment campaign, post the position publicly, and document that no minimally qualified U.S. workers applied. For HR roles, the job description must accurately reflect your actual duties and the specific degree or experience requirements tied to you. Any mismatch between the PERM job order and your offer letter can trigger an audit or denial.
Can I change employers after my green card process starts?
Yes, under two distinct rules. If your original I-140 petition was approved, a new employer can file a fresh I-140 and you can request to carry over your earlier priority date, avoiding time lost in the backlog. Separately, once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending at least 180 days, AC21 job portability lets you move to the same or a similar HR occupation without restarting. Confirm your situation with USCIS before making any move.