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Production Engineer roles at U.S. manufacturers regularly qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, which requires employers to document that no qualified U.S. worker is available before filing an I-140 immigrant petition on your behalf. Strong process engineering credentials and a relevant bachelor's degree put you firmly in the sponsorship pipeline.
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PRODUCTION OPERATOR - DRY VENEER - NIGHT SHIFT
CAMDEN PLYWOOD
The starting rate is $20 per hour + $1.50 Night Shift Premium
Schedule: 36 hrs./48 hrs. - 2-week rotation.
Our Team
Georgia-Pacific is now hiring for Production Operators in the Dryer Dept. of our Plywood mill, in CAMDEN, TX. This is a Night Shift position with opportunity for advancement.
In this role you will learn to operate machinery to expected production levels, maintain a safe and clean working environment, and work collaboratively to complete manufacturing goals. If you are motivated by working with your hands, learning new and exciting tasks, and working within a team toward a common goal, this may be the job for you.
What You Will Do
- Learn to operate various machines throughout the department
- Adjust to changing work schedules to meet business demands
- Perform clean-up duties such as removing trash, veneer, and other debris from production equipment
- Assist team members throughout the mill as needed while prioritizing safety
Other Considerations
- Perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to 12 hours a day
- Pull and lift veneer, panels, or scraps that could be up to 25 lbs.
- Work in a hot, humid, cold and noisy industrial environment
- Work 12-hour schedule that includes weekends and holidays
- Walk on elevated catwalks over 15 feet high to perform daily duties
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
- At least six (6) months of experience in manufacturing, military, industrial, farming, agriculture, landscaping, carpentry or construction environment
What Will Put You Ahead
- Two (2) years of experience in manufacturing, military, industrial, farming, agriculture, landscaping, carpentry or construction environment
- Experience operating machines
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.
Who We Are
As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).
Your Job
PRODUCTION OPERATOR - DRY VENEER - NIGHT SHIFT
CAMDEN PLYWOOD
The starting rate is $20 per hour + $1.50 Night Shift Premium
Schedule: 36 hrs./48 hrs. - 2-week rotation.
Our Team
Georgia-Pacific is now hiring for Production Operators in the Dryer Dept. of our Plywood mill, in CAMDEN, TX. This is a Night Shift position with opportunity for advancement.
In this role you will learn to operate machinery to expected production levels, maintain a safe and clean working environment, and work collaboratively to complete manufacturing goals. If you are motivated by working with your hands, learning new and exciting tasks, and working within a team toward a common goal, this may be the job for you.
What You Will Do
- Learn to operate various machines throughout the department
- Adjust to changing work schedules to meet business demands
- Perform clean-up duties such as removing trash, veneer, and other debris from production equipment
- Assist team members throughout the mill as needed while prioritizing safety
Other Considerations
- Perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to 12 hours a day
- Pull and lift veneer, panels, or scraps that could be up to 25 lbs.
- Work in a hot, humid, cold and noisy industrial environment
- Work 12-hour schedule that includes weekends and holidays
- Walk on elevated catwalks over 15 feet high to perform daily duties
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
- At least six (6) months of experience in manufacturing, military, industrial, farming, agriculture, landscaping, carpentry or construction environment
What Will Put You Ahead
- Two (2) years of experience in manufacturing, military, industrial, farming, agriculture, landscaping, carpentry or construction environment
- Experience operating machines
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.
Who We Are
As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Production Engineer
Align your credentials with PERM job requirements
PERM requires the employer to document the minimum requirements for the role. Make sure your degree field, job titles, and experience descriptions in your resume mirror the exact language used in DOL labor certification filings for Production Engineer positions.
Target manufacturers with active PERM filing history
Companies in automotive, aerospace, semiconductor, and consumer goods manufacturing file PERM applications regularly for production and process engineering roles. Prioritize employers whose job postings list EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship, signaling an established internal process for foreign national engineers.
Search green card sponsors using Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Production Engineer openings by employers with verified green card sponsorship history. This narrows your search to companies already familiar with PERM timelines, reducing the risk of starting a role with an employer who later declines to file.
Verify the role qualifies as a specialty occupation
EB-2 eligibility depends on the position requiring an advanced degree or its equivalent. Review the O*NET profile for Production Engineers to confirm the role's typical education and training requirements, which strengthens your case if USCIS scrutinizes the petition.
Request the prevailing wage determination early in negotiations
Your employer must pay at least the DOL-certified prevailing wage before USCIS approves your I-140. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level for your metro area before accepting an offer, so you can spot gaps between the offer and the certification requirement.
Understand how EB-3 priority dates affect your timeline
For most countries outside India and China, EB-3 priority dates are current or nearly current, meaning your green card can proceed without a multi-year backlog wait. Confirm your country's EB-3 cutoff date in the monthly Visa Bulletin before evaluating how quickly you can adjust status after I-140 approval.
Green Card Production Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Production Engineer jobs commonly qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Production Engineer roles typically require at least a bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering, which satisfies the EB-3 professional classification. Roles requiring a master's degree or demonstrating specialized expertise in process optimization, automation, or quality systems can qualify under EB-2. The degree-field match between your credentials and the job description is what determines which category applies.
How does the PERM green card process differ from H-1B sponsorship for a Production Engineer?
PERM leads to permanent residency, not a temporary work authorization period. Unlike H-1B visa, there is no annual lottery, and EB-3 has no numerical cap that directly delays most nationalities. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM requires a DOL-supervised recruitment process before your employer can file the I-140 petition, adding months to the process compared to an H-1B transfer. The result, though, is a path to a green card rather than a renewable temporary status.
What does the PERM recruitment process require of my employer?
Your employer must conduct supervised recruitment, including print and online job advertisements, to show no qualified U.S. worker is available for the Production Engineer role. DOL prescribes the ad formats, minimum posting periods, and documentation requirements. The employer must file the ETA-9089 application with DOL, and only after DOL certifies the application can the I-140 immigrant petition be filed with USCIS.
How do I find Production Engineer employers that sponsor green cards?
Use Migrate Mate to search Production Engineer openings filtered by employers with documented green card sponsorship history. This surfaces companies that have completed PERM filings for engineering roles before, which is a strong indicator they have internal legal resources and a willingness to sponsor again, rather than employers who list sponsorship as a possibility but have never executed it.
Can I switch employers after my PERM is filed but before my green card is approved?
You can change employers under portability rules once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more, provided the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification as the PERM-certified position. For Production Engineers, a move to a comparable process or manufacturing engineering role at a new employer generally satisfies the same-or-similar standard, but confirm the specifics with an immigration attorney before resigning.