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Production Technician roles in manufacturing, semiconductor, and industrial settings qualify for EB-3 skilled worker sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. Employers file a PERM application with DOL to prove no qualified U.S. worker is available, then sponsor you for permanent residency rather than a temporary work authorization.
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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).
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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).
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Production Technician
Document your technical credentials before applying
PERM requires your employer to show you meet the minimum job requirements. Gather transcripts, trade certifications, and equipment-specific training records now so your qualifications are ready when the labor certification filing begins.
Target manufacturers enrolled in E-Verify
E-Verify enrollment signals an employer already has an immigration compliance infrastructure in place. Production facilities that routinely hire foreign workers through PERM are far more likely to have established relationships with immigration counsel and understand the sponsorship timeline.
Search green card sponsorship history with Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Production Technician roles by employers with active green card sponsorship history. This surfaces companies that have already filed PERM applications for similar roles, cutting out the guesswork of cold outreach.
Clarify the EB-2 versus EB-3 classification early
Most Production Technician roles qualify under EB-3 as skilled worker positions. If your role requires a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field, ask your employer's attorney whether EB-2 is available, since priority date timelines differ significantly by category.
Ask about prevailing wage determinations before accepting an offer
DOL requires your employer to pay at least the prevailing wage for your occupation and location, set through PERM. Look up the applicable wage tier for your role on the OFLC Wage Search to confirm the offer aligns with what DOL will require before the filing.
Understand how PERM recruitment affects your start date
Before filing PERM, the employer must run a mandatory recruitment campaign, typically lasting 30 to 60 days. Factor this into your timeline when negotiating a start date, since the green card process cannot formally begin until recruitment is complete and documented.
Green Card Production Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Production Technician role qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Production Technician positions typically qualify under the EB-3 skilled worker category, which covers roles requiring at least two years of training or experience. Your employer files a PERM labor certification with DOL to demonstrate no qualified U.S. worker is available, then submits an I-140 immigrant petition to USCIS on your behalf. Most hands-on technical manufacturing roles fit this category cleanly.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary, capped at 85,000 new visas annually, and subject to a lottery. EB-3 PERM sponsorship is permanent and has no annual cap on petitions filed, only on immigrant visas issued. For many countries outside of India and China, EB-3 priority dates are current or move quickly, making green card sponsorship a more direct path to permanent residency than cycling through H-1B renewals.
What documents do I need to support a PERM filing as a Production Technician?
You'll need evidence that you meet the minimum requirements stated in the job description at the time the PERM was filed. That typically means diplomas, trade school certificates, equipment certifications, and letters from prior employers confirming your years of relevant experience. USCIS and DOL will audit these during the I-140 stage, so accuracy between your credentials and the job description is critical.
How do I find Production Technician jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Standard job searches don't filter by sponsorship type, so most listings won't indicate whether an employer has filed PERM applications before. Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search, letting you find Production Technician roles with employers who have verified green card sponsorship history, so you can focus your applications on companies already set up to sponsor.
Can my employer start the PERM process while I'm on a temporary work visa?
Yes. PERM is a separate process from your current work authorization status. Your employer can file the PERM labor certification while you remain on an H-1B, TN visa, or other temporary visa. Once the PERM is certified and the I-140 is approved, you apply for adjustment of status or consular processing. Your temporary visa needs to remain valid throughout, so coordinate timing carefully with your employer's immigration attorney.