Green Card Production Machinist Jobs
Production Machinist roles qualify for EB-3 skilled worker sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, and some advanced roles may meet EB-2 criteria. Employers file with DOL to certify no qualified U.S. workers are available, opening a direct path to permanent residency. Finding employers with active green card sponsorship history is the first step.
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We are seeking a skilled CNC Machinist responsible for precision machining and quality assurance. In this role, you will set up and operate CNC equipment, interpret complex blueprints, and ensure parts meet exact specifications. You will also perform inspections, document quality data, and collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve technical issues and maintain high standards of accuracy and safety.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Set up and operate CNC machines including lathes, vertical mills and other equipment for machining parts to exact specifications.
- Interpret and work from complex blueprints, engineering drawings, schematics, and work orders to determine dimensions and tolerances.
- Perform machining operations such as threading, precision boring, facing, turning, grooving and contouring.
- Inspect finished parts for conformance to specifications using a wide range of precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, height gauges and vision systems.
- Perform routine machine maintenance.
- Ensure the work area is clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards.
- Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve technical or quality issues.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalent; formal technical training, trade school certification, or apprenticeship preferred.
- A minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience operating CNC machines in a job shop or production environment.
- Knowledge of machining processes, tooling selection and shop mathematics.
- Identifying G&M codes, CNC program cycles and feed and speed identification.
- Proficient in reading engineering drawings and GD&T.
- Ability to use precision measuring tools; CMM or vision system a plus.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
- Attention to fine detail and small features.
- Experience with both ferrous and non-ferrous metals; experience with plastics is a plus.
- Basic knowledge of machine maintenance and troubleshooting.
COMPETENCIES
Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork
COMPENSATION
- Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $28-$35 (subject to change dependent on physical location)
- Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.
- Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits
BENEFITS
- A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.
EOE, Including Disability/Vets
IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING RECRUITMENT FRAUD
TE Connectivity has become aware of fraudulent recruitment activities being conducted by individuals or organizations falsely claiming to represent TE Connectivity. Please be advised that TE Connectivity never requests payment or fees from job applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings are posted exclusively on our official careers website at te.com/careers, and all email communications from our recruitment team will come only from actual email addresses ending in @te.com. If you receive any suspicious communications, we strongly advise you not to engage or provide any personal information, and to report the incident to your local authorities.
LOCATION
Job Locations:
1000 LUCAS WAY
HAMPTON, Virginia 23666
United States
Posting City: HAMPTON
Job Country: United States
Travel Required: Less than 10%
Requisition ID: 153760
Workplace Type: Onsite
External Careers Page: Manufacturing
INTRODUCTION
We are seeking a skilled CNC Machinist responsible for precision machining and quality assurance. In this role, you will set up and operate CNC equipment, interpret complex blueprints, and ensure parts meet exact specifications. You will also perform inspections, document quality data, and collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve technical issues and maintain high standards of accuracy and safety.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Set up and operate CNC machines including lathes, vertical mills and other equipment for machining parts to exact specifications.
- Interpret and work from complex blueprints, engineering drawings, schematics, and work orders to determine dimensions and tolerances.
- Perform machining operations such as threading, precision boring, facing, turning, grooving and contouring.
- Inspect finished parts for conformance to specifications using a wide range of precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, height gauges and vision systems.
- Perform routine machine maintenance.
- Ensure the work area is clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards.
- Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve technical or quality issues.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalent; formal technical training, trade school certification, or apprenticeship preferred.
- A minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience operating CNC machines in a job shop or production environment.
- Knowledge of machining processes, tooling selection and shop mathematics.
- Identifying G&M codes, CNC program cycles and feed and speed identification.
- Proficient in reading engineering drawings and GD&T.
- Ability to use precision measuring tools; CMM or vision system a plus.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
- Attention to fine detail and small features.
- Experience with both ferrous and non-ferrous metals; experience with plastics is a plus.
- Basic knowledge of machine maintenance and troubleshooting.
COMPETENCIES
Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork
COMPENSATION
- Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $28-$35 (subject to change dependent on physical location)
- Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.
- Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits
BENEFITS
- A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.
EOE, Including Disability/Vets
IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING RECRUITMENT FRAUD
TE Connectivity has become aware of fraudulent recruitment activities being conducted by individuals or organizations falsely claiming to represent TE Connectivity. Please be advised that TE Connectivity never requests payment or fees from job applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings are posted exclusively on our official careers website at te.com/careers, and all email communications from our recruitment team will come only from actual email addresses ending in @te.com. If you receive any suspicious communications, we strongly advise you not to engage or provide any personal information, and to report the incident to your local authorities.
LOCATION
Job Locations:
1000 LUCAS WAY
HAMPTON, Virginia 23666
United States
Posting City: HAMPTON
Job Country: United States
Travel Required: Less than 10%
Requisition ID: 153760
Workplace Type: Onsite
External Careers Page: Manufacturing
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Production Machinist
Document your machining credentials before applying
Gather certifications, apprenticeship records, and training documentation that demonstrate your precision machining competency. PERM audits frequently target trade roles, so having organized proof of your qualifications speeds up the employer's labor certification filing.
Target manufacturers with PERM filing history
Aerospace, automotive, and defense manufacturers regularly sponsor machinists through PERM because qualified candidates are scarce. Prioritize employers whose job postings reference relocation assistance or visa support, which signals an active international hiring pipeline.
Search sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Production Machinist roles by employers with verified green card sponsorship history, so you're applying to companies that have already navigated the PERM and I-140 process for this occupation.
Understand how OFLC prevailing wage affects your offer
Your employer must pay the DOL prevailing wage for your specific machinist role and location. Before accepting an offer, cross-check the posted salary against the OFLC Wage Search to confirm your employer meets the minimum wage requirement for PERM.
Clarify the EB-3 timeline with your sponsoring employer
EB-3 PERM cases for machinists typically take one to three years from labor certification to I-485 approval, not counting any backlog for your country of birth. Confirm your employer will maintain the sponsorship commitment through the entire process before accepting.
Verify the job description matches your actual duties
PERM requires the employer to advertise the exact role being sponsored. If your day-to-day duties differ significantly from the posted job description, USCIS can deny the I-140. Review the PERM application job duties carefully and flag discrepancies before filing begins.
Green Card Production Machinist: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Production Machinist roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Production Machinist positions are sponsored under EB-3 as skilled worker roles, which require at least two years of training or experience. EB-2 sponsorship is possible if the role involves advanced CNC programming, engineering-level responsibilities, or your employer can demonstrate the position requires an advanced degree or its equivalent in specialized machinist credentials.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for machinists?
Unlike H-1B visa, EB-3 green card sponsorship is permanent and has no annual lottery. The PERM process requires your employer to conduct a supervised DOL recruitment effort proving no qualified U.S. workers are available. Timelines are longer, typically one to three years plus any visa backlog, but the outcome is lawful permanent residency rather than a temporary status requiring renewal.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for a machinist employer?
Your employer files an ETA Form 9089 with DOL after completing a mandatory recruitment period, including job postings, newspaper ads, and an internal job posting. DOL reviews whether the employer followed all steps and that the offered wage meets the prevailing wage. An audit can extend the process by six to twelve months, so your employer's documentation must be thorough from the start.
How can I find Production Machinist employers who actively sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you search Production Machinist jobs filtered by employers with verified PERM and green card sponsorship history, saving you from applying to companies with no sponsorship infrastructure. Targeting employers in aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing industries typically yields the strongest results, as those sectors face the most persistent skilled-machinist shortages that drive sponsorship decisions.
Can a machinist on an H-1B or OPT transition to green card sponsorship with the same employer?
Yes. If your employer is willing to initiate PERM, you can begin the green card process while maintaining your current nonimmigrant status. Your H-1B can be extended beyond six years under AC21 rules once your I-140 is approved and your priority date is not current. For OPT holders, timing matters since your work authorization has a fixed end date that may not align with PERM processing timelines.