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Nuclear Reactor Operator roles at U.S. nuclear facilities qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. Employers file the I-140 petition after DOL certification, covering licensed operators and advanced-degree professionals. Strong NRC licensing documentation and radiation safety credentials strengthen your PERM case significantly.
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The Isolate Reactor Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation, sanitation and maintenance of isolate reactor and related equipment in the BiPro department. People are at the heart of our success. Our culture encourages collaboration, transparency, and accountability in order to generate value and achieve sustainable results. Being part of the team means committing to an environment where everyone’s impact truly matters.
We believe that teamwork—collaborating and sharing perspectives—is essential to achieving the best results.
An environment where collaboration is encouraged and valued:
- Starting rate $27.90
- Two pay increases within a year, up to $1.00
- 2,2,3 Schedule | 5:45 AM - 6 PM
- Double time pay on Sunday
- Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) with up to 7% company contributions
- PTO starting Day 1
- Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
- Advancement Opportunities
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Employee Discounts
- Uniform Program + Shoe Allowance
How you will contribute to collective success:
- Operate equipment and control processes in the production of high quality/high value whey products, successfully applying learned knowledge of processes and production methods.
- Complete CIP of equipment; troubleshooting machinery as needed.
- Complete all documentation in an accurate and timely manner.
- Follow all GMP, SOP and HACCP programs.
- Monitor processes, materials or surroundings; reviewing information by phone, in writing or in person.
- Accurately identify information by categorizing, estimating and recognizing changes or deviations in circumstances and/or events.
- Perform operator-level maintenance as needed.
- Train new/other employees.
- Understand and adhere to all Quality Assurance policies, immediately reporting any potential food safety issues to management.
- Learn and execute advanced startup and shutdown procedures of equipment.
- Effectively operate state-of-the-art equipment involved with the isolation of protein products.
- Regulate production factors such as solids, temperature, pH; making adjustments to meet all set points.
- Take frequent readings; accurately logging up to 50 variables per hour.
- Clean and sanitize all areas of the Protein Department including walls, floors, and equipment according to a Master Sanitation schedule.
- Understand and troubleshoot product flows.
- May involve the operation of a Critical Control Point as determined by the plant HACCP/Food Safety Plans.
- Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures.
- Safety Protocol
- Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures.
- Correct or report any observed safety hazards.
- Support safety policies and programs.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.
The type of team player who fits in:
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Minimum two (2) years of experience in a related field preferred.
- Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy in work.
- Accurately scopes out length and difficulty of tasks and projects, sets objectives and goals, breaks down work into the process steps, develops schedules and assignments, anticipates and adjusts for problems or roadblocks, measures performance against goals, evaluates results.
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with managers and colleagues.
- Basic computer operational skills; able to input and retrieve computerized information.
- Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
- Ability to work with minimum supervision, adapt to a changing environment quickly, and think independently.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to follow written, verbal and diagrammatic instructions; complete simple checklists and complete required documentation.
- Demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to solve problems by adapting knowledge and experience.
- Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships.
A role for those who know that the best results are built through teamwork.
Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position.
In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Nuclear Reactor Operator
Verify your NRC license transfers cleanly
Foreign reactor operator credentials don't automatically satisfy NRC licensing requirements. Request a formal equivalency assessment from the NRC before your PERM audit begins, so your employer's labor certification reflects accurate domestic qualification standards and avoids DOL delays.
Target utilities running active PERM cycles
Nuclear utilities with ongoing capacity expansions or new reactor licensing proceedings are more likely to be running active PERM filings. Search DOL's Foreign Labor Application Gateway disclosure data by SOC code 51-8011 to identify facilities with recent green card sponsorship activity.
Distinguish EB-2 and EB-3 eligibility before applying
EB-3 covers licensed operators with a bachelor's degree; EB-2 applies to candidates with advanced degrees or demonstrated specialized expertise in reactor operations. Clarify which category your credentials support before approaching employers, since the PERM filing strategy and priority date implications differ.
Search green-card-sponsoring nuclear employers on Migrate Mate
Nuclear Operator roles appear at a narrow set of facilities, making targeted search essential. Use Migrate Mate to filter employers with active EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship histories in nuclear operations, so you're applying where PERM infrastructure already exists.
Confirm prevailing wage tier before offer negotiation
Nuclear Reactor Operators fall under SOC 51-8011. Look up the OFLC Wage Search for your specific facility's metropolitan area before salary discussions, since the prevailing wage level your employer certifies on the LCA directly affects the PERM filing and must match or exceed your offer.
Document radiation safety training for the I-140 package
USCIS adjudicators reviewing I-140 petitions for reactor operations roles scrutinize specialized training evidence. Compile dated certificates for radiation protection, reactor startup procedures, and emergency operating training before your employer submits the petition, not after an RFE arrives.
Green Card Nuclear Reactor Operator: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Nuclear Reactor Operator jobs qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories are available depending on your qualifications. EB-3 covers skilled workers in licensed reactor operator roles that require a bachelor's degree and relevant training. EB-2 applies if your role requires an advanced degree or if you hold specialized credentials that meet the EB-2 advanced-degree standard. Your employer files the PERM labor certification with DOL first, then the I-140 petition with USCIS under whichever category fits your background.
How does the green card process differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary and subject to the annual lottery cap, while EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency and has no annual cap on petition filings. The PERM process requires DOL to certify that no qualified U.S. worker is available, which adds time upfront but results in an approved I-140 that stays valid even if you change nuclear employers, provided you file to port under AC21 portability rules.
Which U.S. employers sponsor green cards for Nuclear Reactor Operators?
Sponsoring employers are typically commercial nuclear utilities, government-owned national laboratories, and naval nuclear propulsion contractors. Not all facilities run active PERM cycles, so identifying the right employer early matters. Use Migrate Mate to search for employers with documented EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship histories in nuclear operations, which narrows your target list to facilities where the sponsorship infrastructure is already in place.
What documents do I need to support the PERM application as a foreign reactor operator?
Your employer drives the PERM filing, but your credentials directly determine what DOL certifies. You'll need official transcripts, foreign credential evaluation letters confirming degree equivalency, NRC-related training certificates, radiation protection course completions, and documentation of any licensed operator experience. Gaps or untranslated foreign credentials are a common source of DOL audit requests, so assembling these before PERM recruitment begins prevents downstream delays.
What happens to my green card case if I switch nuclear employers mid-process?
If your I-140 has been approved for at least 180 days and your priority date is current or close to current, AC21 portability rules allow you to move to a new employer in the same or similar occupational classification without losing your priority date. Nuclear Reactor Operator roles generally qualify as same-or-similar to each other, but your new employer must be willing to continue the sponsorship by filing a new I-485 amendment or supporting a transfer of the pending adjustment of status case.