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Production Manager roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship when employers file PERM labor certification with the DOL, documenting that no qualified U.S. worker is available. Manufacturing, food processing, and industrial employers regularly sponsor this classification for foreign professionals with demonstrated operations leadership credentials.
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Get Access To All JobsAt Henkel, you’ll be part of an organization that’s shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil®, ‘all®, Loctite®, Snuggle®, and Schwarzkopf® and our cutting-edge technologies, you’ll have countless opportunities to explore new paths and grow.
This position is with our Adhesive Technologies business unit – where we empower our people to transform industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings.
Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel.
What you´ll do
- Manage Paste Production to directly support Filming and Packaging Departments. Work directly with Sr. Manager of Plant Production to implement strategic initiatives.
- Lead and enforce all Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) requirements. Drive SHE improvements in a way that is consistent with our culture and philosophy.
- Participate in all relevant audits, owning all aspects/requirements for the Paste Department, including completion of corrective actions.
- Plan, execute, and oversee daily and long-term production activities across multiple shifts to meet plant demand.
- Respond effectively to schedule changes, production delays, and material or equipment issues.
- Champion continuous improvement across all operational disciplines.
- Ensure that the department and its people understand the goals and objectives of the business and are trained on any new requirements.
- Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for process deviations, safety incidents, and quality issues.
- Manage department budget and control production costs, including labor, utilities, and MRO materials, while identifying opportunities for cost savings.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and SHE groups to develop improved processes.
- Develop and utilize metrics to measure performance and improve performance.
- Participate in talent development initiatives for all Production staff.
- Promote employee engagement, teamwork, ownership, trust, creativity, innovation and growth.
What makes you a good fit
- BS in Science and/or Engineering preferred.
- Experience in structured Problem-Solving Methodology (A3, 5-WHY, 8D, etc).
- Systems/Program (Excel, Minitab, SAP) and data manipulation experience.
- Prior experience in a manufacturing environment. Prefer experience in a chemical batch process environment.
- 2-5 years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment with large headcount.
- Must work efficiently and within established time frames and be agile with priorities.
- Six Sigma certification is a plus.
Some benefits of joining Henkel
- Health Insurance: affordable plans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1.
- Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including sick, vacation, holiday and volunteer time, and vacation buy/sell program.
- Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loan reimbursement.
- Family Support: 12-week gender neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderly care, and scholarships.
- Career Growth: diverse national and international growth opportunities, access to thousands of skills development courses, and tuition reimbursement.
The salary range for this role is $104,000.00 and $155,000.00. This range represents the good-faith minimum and maximum wages the Company reasonably expects to offer for this role at the time of posting. In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for incentive pay or other forms of compensation, as applicable. The Company also offers a comprehensive benefits package as described above. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate’s skills, experience, education, training, and work location. This posting is intended to comply with all applicable state and local pay transparency laws.
Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral.
At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.
At Henkel, you’ll be part of an organization that’s shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil®, ‘all®, Loctite®, Snuggle®, and Schwarzkopf® and our cutting-edge technologies, you’ll have countless opportunities to explore new paths and grow.
This position is with our Adhesive Technologies business unit – where we empower our people to transform industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings.
Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel.
What you´ll do
- Manage Paste Production to directly support Filming and Packaging Departments. Work directly with Sr. Manager of Plant Production to implement strategic initiatives.
- Lead and enforce all Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) requirements. Drive SHE improvements in a way that is consistent with our culture and philosophy.
- Participate in all relevant audits, owning all aspects/requirements for the Paste Department, including completion of corrective actions.
- Plan, execute, and oversee daily and long-term production activities across multiple shifts to meet plant demand.
- Respond effectively to schedule changes, production delays, and material or equipment issues.
- Champion continuous improvement across all operational disciplines.
- Ensure that the department and its people understand the goals and objectives of the business and are trained on any new requirements.
- Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for process deviations, safety incidents, and quality issues.
- Manage department budget and control production costs, including labor, utilities, and MRO materials, while identifying opportunities for cost savings.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and SHE groups to develop improved processes.
- Develop and utilize metrics to measure performance and improve performance.
- Participate in talent development initiatives for all Production staff.
- Promote employee engagement, teamwork, ownership, trust, creativity, innovation and growth.
What makes you a good fit
- BS in Science and/or Engineering preferred.
- Experience in structured Problem-Solving Methodology (A3, 5-WHY, 8D, etc).
- Systems/Program (Excel, Minitab, SAP) and data manipulation experience.
- Prior experience in a manufacturing environment. Prefer experience in a chemical batch process environment.
- 2-5 years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment with large headcount.
- Must work efficiently and within established time frames and be agile with priorities.
- Six Sigma certification is a plus.
Some benefits of joining Henkel
- Health Insurance: affordable plans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1.
- Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including sick, vacation, holiday and volunteer time, and vacation buy/sell program.
- Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loan reimbursement.
- Family Support: 12-week gender neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderly care, and scholarships.
- Career Growth: diverse national and international growth opportunities, access to thousands of skills development courses, and tuition reimbursement.
The salary range for this role is $104,000.00 and $155,000.00. This range represents the good-faith minimum and maximum wages the Company reasonably expects to offer for this role at the time of posting. In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for incentive pay or other forms of compensation, as applicable. The Company also offers a comprehensive benefits package as described above. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate’s skills, experience, education, training, and work location. This posting is intended to comply with all applicable state and local pay transparency laws.
Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral.
At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Production Manager
Translate your credentials into PERM language
PERM requires employers to document the minimum requirements for your role. Gather degree transcripts, professional certifications, and evidence of specialized production systems experience before job searching so sponsors can build the labor cert around your actual background.
Target manufacturers with high PERM filing activity
Search OFLC's public disclosure data for employers who have filed PERM applications under SOC code 11-3051 in the past two years. Repeat PERM filers already understand the process and face fewer internal legal hurdles approving your sponsorship.
Search EB-2 and EB-3 roles on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters Production Manager jobs by employers actively offering employment-based green card sponsorship, saving you from applying to companies that have never filed a PERM petition for this occupation.
Clarify the EB-2 versus EB-3 fit before negotiating
If your role requires a bachelor's degree plus five or more years of progressive production experience, your employer may file under EB-2 rather than EB-3. Confirm which category applies before accepting an offer so the job description is written to support the correct classification.
Understand how concurrent filing changes your timeline
If your priority date is current when your I-140 is approved, USCIS allows concurrent I-485 filing. For most countries outside India and China, Production Manager candidates reach current priority dates within one to three years of PERM certification.
Verify employer compliance status before signing
Employers sponsoring foreign workers must post a Notice of Filing at the worksite during the PERM recruitment period. Confirm the employer participates in E-Verify and has no recent DOL audit findings, both of which are public records, before accepting a green card sponsorship offer.
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Find Production Manager JobsProduction Manager Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Production Manager role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Production Manager positions most commonly qualify under EB-3 as a skilled worker when the role requires a bachelor's degree plus relevant experience. EB-2 applies if the employer can demonstrate the position requires an advanced degree or if you qualify for a National Interest Waiver based on specialized production expertise. Your employer's attorney determines which category fits your specific job description and credentials.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary status that requires renewal. Unlike the H-1B, EB-3 green card petitions have no annual lottery, so every approvable case advances on a first-filed basis. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification alone takes six to twelve months before USCIS even begins reviewing your I-140 petition.
What does the PERM labor certification process require from a Production Manager employer?
The employer must conduct a DOL-supervised recruitment campaign proving no minimally qualified U.S. worker applied for the position. This includes job postings, newspaper ads, and internal postings that meet PERM's specific format and duration requirements. The job description filed with DOL must match your actual duties and minimum qualifications precisely, which is why negotiating role scope before the PERM is filed matters significantly.
How can I find employers willing to sponsor a Production Manager green card?
Migrate Mate lets you search Production Manager openings specifically filtered by employers offering EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship. Beyond that, reviewing OFLC public disclosure files for SOC code 11-3051 shows you which specific manufacturers, logistics companies, and food processors have filed PERM applications recently, giving you a targeted list of sponsorship-ready employers to approach directly.
Can I change employers after my I-140 is approved but before I receive my green card?
Yes. Under AC21 portability rules, once your I-140 has been approved and your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more, you can change to a same or similar occupation without losing your priority date. Production management roles generally port well to comparable operations or plant management positions, but you should confirm the new role matches your approved petition's occupational classification with qualified legal counsel.
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