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Production Scheduler jobs with green card sponsorship are filed under EB-3 for skilled workers or EB-2 for advanced-degree professionals with operations management credentials. Employers sponsor permanent residency through PERM labor certification, documenting that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the role before filing an I-140 petition with USCIS.
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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
Schedule work to run on manufacturing equipment for one or more of the following areas: Prepress, Press, Bindery/Finishing. Review daily production output and make adjustments/updates to daily/weekly forecasted schedules. Move work around as needed while maintaining customer delivery dates. Provide daily reports/updates that are used by the production departments to run work and plan staffing, materials etc.
Shift information: Varies - usual start time is 8AM but you must be present for the second shift which starts at 2PM. Hiring manager will discuss flexible scheduling during second interview.
Must be able to commute to the St Charles, IL location
Pay: $65 - $78k
Fully Onsite Position
Responsibilities:
- Review daily/weekly production schedules and sequence/load equipment to run primarily in one/or more of the following areas: Prepress, Press, Bindery/Finishing.
- Optimize workflow by matching the equipment capabilities closely to the specification of the customer work. Typically plan for equipment and jobs that are more complex in nature.
- Ensure that preceding requirements needed to begin running a job such as the preflight of the customer files, plating, raw materials, components are in place.
- Coordinate with the appropriate departments to ensure jobs will be able to run.
- Review daily production output and make adjustments/updates to daily/weekly schedules.
- May engage with Planners or management when issues arise and work needs to be moved around to resolve issues.
- Re-schedule work to different slots/equipment in the event of unplanned situations such as equipment failures, missing components or raw materials etc.
- May provide guidance or templates for other Schedulers to use/reference. May plan for multiple departments or equipment groups.
- Provide daily reports/updates to manufacturing operations so materials and staffing are coordinated with the forecasted workloads and that sales/customer service are updated on customer projects.
- Verify that materials, staffing, and logistics are in place in time for scheduled production runs.
- Coordinate with vendors and/or internal resources producing components to ensure that delivery will meet the scheduled run time for the customer project.
- May perform tasks related to long term planning and building of facility work plans.
- Performs other related duties and participates in special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
- May possess additional education certification in this level.
- Requires excellent knowledge of functional area(s) related to the job or good knowledge related to a professional field of work.
- Able to consistently apply applicable policies, procedures, regulations, and program objectives when carrying out the duties of the job.
- May provide oversight of work conducted by junior level staff and/or review/audit work for accuracy.
- Must have advanced knowledge of technology to include computers and software programs such as MS Office or MAC word processing, spreadsheets or other programs specific to the job in order to complete job duties successfully.
- Must have excellent oral and written communication skills to communicate effectively across departments when completing assignments.
- Must have strong organizational skills with ability to manage deadlines and prioritize workload and make adjustment to meet business needs.
- Additional job knowledge, skills, and/or abilities specific to a department may be listed on the staffing requisition.
- HS Diploma or equivalent with 5 years of relevant administrative/operational support in manufacturing operations or office environment directly related to the duties of the job.
- EPS Platform experience preferred.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
RRD's current salary range for this role is $55,700 to $83,600 / year. The salary range may be adjusted based on the applicable geographic location of the hired employee, and the range may change in the future. At RRD, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions may vary based upon, but not limited to education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift and location. Depending on the role, in addition to base salary, the total compensation package may also include participation in a bonus, commission or incentive program. 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.
All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of both a pre-employment background and drug screen.
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
Schedule work to run on manufacturing equipment for one or more of the following areas: Prepress, Press, Bindery/Finishing. Review daily production output and make adjustments/updates to daily/weekly forecasted schedules. Move work around as needed while maintaining customer delivery dates. Provide daily reports/updates that are used by the production departments to run work and plan staffing, materials etc.
Shift information: Varies - usual start time is 8AM but you must be present for the second shift which starts at 2PM. Hiring manager will discuss flexible scheduling during second interview.
Must be able to commute to the St Charles, IL location
Pay: $65 - $78k
Fully Onsite Position
Responsibilities:
- Review daily/weekly production schedules and sequence/load equipment to run primarily in one/or more of the following areas: Prepress, Press, Bindery/Finishing.
- Optimize workflow by matching the equipment capabilities closely to the specification of the customer work. Typically plan for equipment and jobs that are more complex in nature.
- Ensure that preceding requirements needed to begin running a job such as the preflight of the customer files, plating, raw materials, components are in place.
- Coordinate with the appropriate departments to ensure jobs will be able to run.
- Review daily production output and make adjustments/updates to daily/weekly schedules.
- May engage with Planners or management when issues arise and work needs to be moved around to resolve issues.
- Re-schedule work to different slots/equipment in the event of unplanned situations such as equipment failures, missing components or raw materials etc.
- May provide guidance or templates for other Schedulers to use/reference. May plan for multiple departments or equipment groups.
- Provide daily reports/updates to manufacturing operations so materials and staffing are coordinated with the forecasted workloads and that sales/customer service are updated on customer projects.
- Verify that materials, staffing, and logistics are in place in time for scheduled production runs.
- Coordinate with vendors and/or internal resources producing components to ensure that delivery will meet the scheduled run time for the customer project.
- May perform tasks related to long term planning and building of facility work plans.
- Performs other related duties and participates in special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
- May possess additional education certification in this level.
- Requires excellent knowledge of functional area(s) related to the job or good knowledge related to a professional field of work.
- Able to consistently apply applicable policies, procedures, regulations, and program objectives when carrying out the duties of the job.
- May provide oversight of work conducted by junior level staff and/or review/audit work for accuracy.
- Must have advanced knowledge of technology to include computers and software programs such as MS Office or MAC word processing, spreadsheets or other programs specific to the job in order to complete job duties successfully.
- Must have excellent oral and written communication skills to communicate effectively across departments when completing assignments.
- Must have strong organizational skills with ability to manage deadlines and prioritize workload and make adjustment to meet business needs.
- Additional job knowledge, skills, and/or abilities specific to a department may be listed on the staffing requisition.
- HS Diploma or equivalent with 5 years of relevant administrative/operational support in manufacturing operations or office environment directly related to the duties of the job.
- EPS Platform experience preferred.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
RRD's current salary range for this role is $55,700 to $83,600 / year. The salary range may be adjusted based on the applicable geographic location of the hired employee, and the range may change in the future. At RRD, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions may vary based upon, but not limited to education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift and location. Depending on the role, in addition to base salary, the total compensation package may also include participation in a bonus, commission or incentive program. 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.
All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of both a pre-employment background and drug screen.
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 in Production Scheduler
Match your credentials to EB-2 or EB-3
Production Scheduler roles typically qualify under EB-3 skilled worker. If you hold a master's degree in supply chain, industrial engineering, or operations management, document it explicitly so employers can evaluate EB-2 eligibility before starting PERM.
Target manufacturers with existing PERM filings
Search DOL's OFLC disclosure data for employers who have previously filed PERM applications for Production Scheduler or Materials Planner roles. Repeat PERM filers already understand the process, which shortens internal approval timelines for your case.
Frame your specialty occupation evidence early
PERM audits for Production Scheduler roles often challenge whether the position requires a specific degree. Gather job postings, O*NET occupation data, and your employer's internal documentation showing the role demands specialized knowledge, not just general manufacturing experience.
Search sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Production Scheduler openings by employers with active green card sponsorship history. This surfaces roles where PERM has already been filed for similar positions, reducing the risk of approaching employers who are unfamiliar with the process.
Negotiate PERM timing into your offer stage
Ask during the offer process whether the employer will initiate PERM within your first year. Prevailing wage determination from DOL and recruitment documentation can take four to six months before USCIS even receives the I-140, so earlier starts protect your timeline.
Understand how priority date backlogs affect your wait
EB-3 is subject to per-country annual caps. If you were born in India or China, your priority date may be years behind the current cutoff. Confirm your country's EB-3 priority date with your employer before accepting an offer built around green card sponsorship.
Green Card Production Scheduler: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Production Scheduler role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Production Scheduler positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers requiring at least two years of training or experience. EB-2 eligibility applies if the role requires an advanced degree in a field like industrial engineering, operations research, or supply chain management and the employer can document that requirement as genuinely necessary for the position.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for Production Scheduler roles?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant visa with an annual lottery cap and a fixed period of authorized stay. PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no renewal requirement. There is no lottery for EB-3, and the employer-sponsored process runs on a linear timeline: PERM labor certification, I-140 petition, then adjustment of status or consular processing. The tradeoff is that green card processing takes significantly longer than an H-1B approval.
How long does the PERM process take for a Production Scheduler position?
DOL's PERM review currently averages several months for analyst review, though timelines shift based on backlog. Before filing PERM, your employer must complete a prevailing wage determination through DOL and conduct a supervised recruitment period of at least 60 days. From PERM certification to I-140 approval at USCIS, plan for nine to eighteen months before you can file for adjustment of status.
Where can I find Production Scheduler jobs where the employer already sponsors green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you filter Production Scheduler roles by employers with documented green card sponsorship history, so you're not guessing about willingness to sponsor. Targeting employers who have already filed PERM for similar roles means the legal team and HR processes are already in place, which reduces delays after you receive an offer.
What role does prevailing wage play in a Production Scheduler green card case?
Before your employer can file PERM, DOL must certify the offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your job title and work location. You can verify current wage levels using the OFLC Wage Search tool. If the employer's salary offer falls below that threshold, the PERM application will be denied, so confirming the prevailing wage early protects both sides.