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Production Associate roles qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship when employers file PERM labor certification with the DOL, documenting that no qualified U.S. workers are available. Manufacturing, food processing, and consumer goods companies with established HR infrastructure regularly sponsor foreign nationals for permanent residency through this pathway.
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RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. The company offers the industry’s most trusted portfolio of creative execution and world-wide business process consulting, with services designed to lower environmental impact. With 22,000 clients, including 93% of the Fortune 100, and 32,000 employees across 28 countries, RRD brings the expertise, execution, and scale designed to transform customer touchpoints into meaningful moments of impact.
Job Description
The Senior Document Production Associate position is responsible for providing word processing and/or document production services for our clients.
2nd Shift Schedule: Wednesday - Sunday 2:00 - 11:00 p.m. CT
- Perform document production work according to established policies and procedures
- Thoroughly assess job request, identify correct process needed to produce documents and ensure appropriate completion throughout task lifecycle
- Exercise independent judgment & use established procedures, standards and formats to edit, proofread, convert, create, transcribe or otherwise complete document production requests to client satisfaction
- Demonstrate intermediate to advanced use of equipment/technology/software and hardware necessary to perform job functions
- Assist with coordination of document production services, preparation, intake, and workflow within team
- Troubleshoot more complex software or hardware problems
- Utilize appropriate logs and/or tracking software for all assigned work
- Meet contracted deadlines for accepting, completing, and delivering all work
- Communicate with peers, supervisor or client on job or deadline issues
- Help foster a proactive environment of continuous service enhancement and relationship building with the client
- Handle sensitive and/or confidential documents and information
- Perform Quality Assurance on work of others
- Train more junior staff members
- Assist peer teams with proofreading, design or other document production and preparation, as needed
- Complete other tasks and assignments as assigned by management
- Interact with clients in person, over the phone or electronically
- Adhere to Williams Lea policies in addition to client site policies
- Use equipment and supplies in a cost-efficient manner
Qualifications
- Highschool diploma or equivalent required. Higher level education preferred or equivalent work experience
- Minimum 3 years’ experience preferably in a legal, banking or large corporate environment
- Document production, word processing experience preferred
- Advanced skill in the use of MS Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); strong keyboarding and typing skills
- Adept with other software programs for editing and/or creating documents
- Knowledge of a legal timekeeping or job tracking system is preferred
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment, working both independently and collaboratively
- Ability to prioritize work, balance projects and meet deadlines in a timely manner
- Strong attention to detail with good organizational skills and emphasis on accuracy and quality
- Ability to handle sensitive and/or confidential documents and information
- Ability to make independent decisions that conform to business needs and policy
- Ability to troubleshoot more complex or advanced tasks, equipment, or software concerns on own; understands when to escalate a problem to a supervisory level
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including professional telephone and email etiquette in the face of immediate needs and pressure
- Must be self-motivated with positive can-do attitude
- Proven customer service skills are required to create, maintain and enhance customer relationships
- Must be able to interact effectively with multi-functional and diverse backgrounds
Additional Information
The salary range for this role at the noted RRD location is $17.74-24.47/ hour. Starting pay decisions are determined based on multiple factors including but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, skills, experience, certifications, proficiency, performance, shift, location, and other business needs. Typically, roles follow step progressions to a target rate or set increments over time. Depending on the role, in addition to the hourly rate of pay, the total compensation package may also include overtime, shift differential, call-in, and/or stand-by pay. RRD’s benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus parental leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance and employer/partner discounts.
RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans
At RRD, we value innovation, authenticity, and integrity. To uphold the security and fairness of our hiring process, we ask that candidates refrain from using AI tools during interviews to ensure an authentic and secure experience. We appreciate your cooperation as we work to maintain a transparent and equitable hiring process.
All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of both a pre-employment background and drug screen.
Company Description
RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. The company offers the industry’s most trusted portfolio of creative execution and world-wide business process consulting, with services designed to lower environmental impact. With 22,000 clients, including 93% of the Fortune 100, and 32,000 employees across 28 countries, RRD brings the expertise, execution, and scale designed to transform customer touchpoints into meaningful moments of impact.
Job Description
The Senior Document Production Associate position is responsible for providing word processing and/or document production services for our clients.
2nd Shift Schedule: Wednesday - Sunday 2:00 - 11:00 p.m. CT
- Perform document production work according to established policies and procedures
- Thoroughly assess job request, identify correct process needed to produce documents and ensure appropriate completion throughout task lifecycle
- Exercise independent judgment & use established procedures, standards and formats to edit, proofread, convert, create, transcribe or otherwise complete document production requests to client satisfaction
- Demonstrate intermediate to advanced use of equipment/technology/software and hardware necessary to perform job functions
- Assist with coordination of document production services, preparation, intake, and workflow within team
- Troubleshoot more complex software or hardware problems
- Utilize appropriate logs and/or tracking software for all assigned work
- Meet contracted deadlines for accepting, completing, and delivering all work
- Communicate with peers, supervisor or client on job or deadline issues
- Help foster a proactive environment of continuous service enhancement and relationship building with the client
- Handle sensitive and/or confidential documents and information
- Perform Quality Assurance on work of others
- Train more junior staff members
- Assist peer teams with proofreading, design or other document production and preparation, as needed
- Complete other tasks and assignments as assigned by management
- Interact with clients in person, over the phone or electronically
- Adhere to Williams Lea policies in addition to client site policies
- Use equipment and supplies in a cost-efficient manner
Qualifications
- Highschool diploma or equivalent required. Higher level education preferred or equivalent work experience
- Minimum 3 years’ experience preferably in a legal, banking or large corporate environment
- Document production, word processing experience preferred
- Advanced skill in the use of MS Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); strong keyboarding and typing skills
- Adept with other software programs for editing and/or creating documents
- Knowledge of a legal timekeeping or job tracking system is preferred
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment, working both independently and collaboratively
- Ability to prioritize work, balance projects and meet deadlines in a timely manner
- Strong attention to detail with good organizational skills and emphasis on accuracy and quality
- Ability to handle sensitive and/or confidential documents and information
- Ability to make independent decisions that conform to business needs and policy
- Ability to troubleshoot more complex or advanced tasks, equipment, or software concerns on own; understands when to escalate a problem to a supervisory level
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including professional telephone and email etiquette in the face of immediate needs and pressure
- Must be self-motivated with positive can-do attitude
- Proven customer service skills are required to create, maintain and enhance customer relationships
- Must be able to interact effectively with multi-functional and diverse backgrounds
Additional Information
The salary range for this role at the noted RRD location is $17.74-24.47/ hour. Starting pay decisions are determined based on multiple factors including but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, skills, experience, certifications, proficiency, performance, shift, location, and other business needs. Typically, roles follow step progressions to a target rate or set increments over time. Depending on the role, in addition to the hourly rate of pay, the total compensation package may also include overtime, shift differential, call-in, and/or stand-by pay. RRD’s benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus parental leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance and employer/partner discounts.
RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans
At RRD, we value innovation, authenticity, and integrity. To uphold the security and fairness of our hiring process, we ask that candidates refrain from using AI tools during interviews to ensure an authentic and secure experience. We appreciate your cooperation as we work to maintain a transparent and equitable hiring process.
All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of both a pre-employment background and drug screen.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Production Associate
Document your production credentials precisely
PERM requires your employer to match your actual duties to the certified job description. Gather certificates for any machinery operation, quality control systems, or safety training you hold so the labor certification reflects your real qualifications.
Target manufacturers enrolled in E-Verify
Facilities already using E-Verify for employment verification have the HR compliance infrastructure that makes PERM sponsorship realistic. Prioritize production employers in food, automotive, electronics, and consumer goods sectors where foreign national hiring is routine.
Search green card sponsors on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Production Associate openings by employers with active EB-3 sponsorship history. Targeting companies that have already filed PERM for similar roles cuts the time you spend screening employers who won't sponsor.
Understand the EB-3 prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer must pay at or above the DOL-certified prevailing wage for your production role and location. Look up the applicable wage level using the OFLC Wage Search before your offer conversation so you can confirm the posted salary clears the threshold.
Clarify sponsorship scope in the offer stage
Ask specifically whether the employer will cover PERM advertising, I-140 filing, and adjustment of status costs. Some manufacturers sponsor the I-140 only, leaving you responsible for I-485 fees, so get the full scope confirmed before you accept.
Prepare for the PERM recruitment documentation window
DOL requires employers to run recruitment for at least 30 days before filing PERM, and the application must be filed within 180 days of completing that recruitment. Factor this into your expected start-date conversation with your hiring manager.
Green Card Production Associate: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Production Associate roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Production Associate positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, since the role typically requires training or experience rather than an advanced degree. EB-2 sponsorship is possible if the specific position requires a bachelor's degree or higher and the employer can document that requirement in the PERM job description. In practice, the majority of production sponsorship cases are filed under EB-3.
How does green card sponsorship for this role differ from H-1B sponsorship?
H-1B visa requires the position to qualify as a specialty occupation, which most production associate roles do not meet, making PERM-based green card sponsorship the more realistic path. Green card sponsorship through EB-3 has no annual lottery and leads to permanent residency rather than temporary status. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status typically take two to four years for most nationalities, compared to months for H-1B approval.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for a Production Associate employer?
The employer must conduct a supervised recruitment campaign, including job postings and required advertisements, to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the position. DOL then reviews the application and, if certified, the employer files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. The entire PERM filing and I-140 stage can take 12 to 24 months before you can file for adjustment of status.
How can I find Production Associate jobs with green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search Production Associate openings filtered specifically by employers with EB-3 sponsorship history, so you're not guessing which manufacturers will actually file PERM. Focusing on companies that have sponsored similar roles before significantly improves your chances of advancing past initial screening with a realistic sponsorship offer in hand.
Can I use O*NET data to strengthen my PERM job description?
Yes. The O*NET occupation profile for production associate roles outlines the standard tasks, skills, and knowledge requirements that DOL auditors recognize. Sharing the O*NET profile with your employer's immigration counsel helps ensure the certified job description accurately captures the specialized duties that justify sponsorship, reducing the risk of a PERM audit or denial based on a generic or overbroad description.