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Production Team Leader green card sponsorship lets manufacturers permanently hire foreign professionals through the PERM labor certification process. Employers file with DOL, complete a prevailing wage determination, and petition via I-140 under EB-2 or EB-3, leading to lawful permanent residence rather than a temporary work status.
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Job Summary
Primarily provides general direction and technical support to shift operations and extrusion operators. Follows standard operating procedures and related processing principles to ensure order specifications are attained. Assist to resolve operator problems, provides guidance and coaching. Leads change-over activities and ensures minimum downtime/scrap is achieved. May assist operator to complete scheduled timelines. Assists shift Facilitator as requested.
Summary of Essential Job Functions
Helps manage the technical side of the Extrusion Operators assignment. Ensure products are within specification and proper quality is attained before initiating the production run. Confirms process controls are functioning properly. Directs and participates in the change-over process to new product. Ensures raw materials are available for continuous processing and may make basic repairs/adjustments when necessary.
Minimum Requirements
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent training and specialized training. Minimum 2+ years of related experience.
Our Expectations
We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when:
- Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team
- Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor’s quality, service, and innovation
- Our investors benefit from Amcor’s consistent growth and superior returns
- The environment is better off because of Amcor’s leadership and products
Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that’s transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world.
At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It’s our core value and integral to how we do business.
Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win – adapting quickly in an everchanging world – and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.
To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visit www.amcor.com I LinkedIn I Glassdoor I Facebook I YouTube
Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" Poster. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224-313-7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
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Benefits
When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:
- Medical, dental and vision plans
- Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees, may vary by location
- Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
- Wellbeing programs & Employee Assistance Program
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
- Paid Parental Leave
- Retirement Savings Plan with company match
- Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
- Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)
Job Description
Job Summary
Primarily provides general direction and technical support to shift operations and extrusion operators. Follows standard operating procedures and related processing principles to ensure order specifications are attained. Assist to resolve operator problems, provides guidance and coaching. Leads change-over activities and ensures minimum downtime/scrap is achieved. May assist operator to complete scheduled timelines. Assists shift Facilitator as requested.
Summary of Essential Job Functions
Helps manage the technical side of the Extrusion Operators assignment. Ensure products are within specification and proper quality is attained before initiating the production run. Confirms process controls are functioning properly. Directs and participates in the change-over process to new product. Ensures raw materials are available for continuous processing and may make basic repairs/adjustments when necessary.
Minimum Requirements
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent training and specialized training. Minimum 2+ years of related experience.
Our Expectations
We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when:
- Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team
- Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor’s quality, service, and innovation
- Our investors benefit from Amcor’s consistent growth and superior returns
- The environment is better off because of Amcor’s leadership and products
Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that’s transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world.
At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It’s our core value and integral to how we do business.
Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win – adapting quickly in an everchanging world – and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.
To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visit www.amcor.com I LinkedIn I Glassdoor I Facebook I YouTube
Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" Poster. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224-313-7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
E-Verify
We verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.
Benefits
When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:
- Medical, dental and vision plans
- Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees, may vary by location
- Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
- Wellbeing programs & Employee Assistance Program
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
- Paid Parental Leave
- Retirement Savings Plan with company match
- Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
- Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Production Team Leader
Document progressive supervisory experience now
PERM labor certification for Production Team Leader roles often triggers EB-3 skilled worker filings requiring two or more years of demonstrated experience. Gather performance reviews, org charts, and employer letters that show direct reports and production oversight before you start applying.
Search verified green card sponsors on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find manufacturers with confirmed EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship history for production leadership roles, searchable by location and job type, so you target employers who have already navigated the PERM process.
Check your prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Your employer's PERM filing must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your specific location and SOC code. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level tied to supervisory production roles in your target city before discussing compensation.
Ask employers about their PERM recruitment timeline
PERM requires employers to run a formal recruitment test, including job postings and documentation, before filing with DOL. Confirm whether a prospective employer has started or completed this step, since delays in recruitment documentation directly push back your I-140 filing date.
Align your degree credentials with EB-2 requirements
If you hold a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive production management experience, you may qualify under EB-2 rather than EB-3. Have a credential evaluation completed for foreign degrees so your employer's attorney can accurately classify the petition from the start.
Track your priority date if you're from a backlogged country
Nationals of India and China can face significant waits due to per-country limits on employment-based green cards. Check the USCIS monthly visa bulletin as soon as your I-140 is approved so you know when your priority date becomes current for I-485 filing.
Green Card Production Team Leader: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Production Team Leader role qualify for an EB-2 or EB-3 green card?
Yes. Production Team Leader positions can qualify under either EB-3 skilled worker or EB-2, depending on the employer's requirements and your credentials. EB-3 applies if the role requires at least two years of experience or a bachelor's degree. EB-2 applies if the employer genuinely requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive supervisory experience in production or manufacturing.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence, not a temporary work status. The process runs through PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor, followed by an I-140 immigrant petition and either adjustment of status or consular processing. There is no lottery, but per-country limits mean nationals of high-demand countries may wait longer. H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status with its own separate filing and lottery system, and does not lead directly to permanent residence.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for a Production Team Leader?
Your employer files the PERM application with the Department of Labor after completing a prevailing wage determination and a formal recruitment test. The recruitment test requires the employer to post the position through specific channels, document applicants, and demonstrate that no qualified U.S. worker was available. Only after DOL certifies the PERM can the employer file the I-140 petition on your behalf.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for Production Team Leader positions?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history, searchable by role and location. This lets you focus your applications on manufacturers and operations companies that have already completed PERM filings for production leadership roles, rather than approaching employers who may be unfamiliar with the process.
Can I change employers after my green card process has started?
It depends on how far your case has progressed. If your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 job portability allows you to move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without restarting the process. If your I-140 was already approved, your priority date can carry over to a new employer's I-140, but the new employer must still complete a fresh PERM filing.