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Purchasing Clerk roles qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, where employers document that no qualified U.S. workers are available before filing your I-140 petition. Supply chain and procurement functions at mid-to-large manufacturers, distributors, and retailers are the most active sponsors for this occupation.
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DESCRIPTION
The Maintenance Purchasing Clerk is responsible for reviewing, recommending, and executing all purchases for the Maintenance Department. The Maintenance Purchasing Clerk also develops and maintains the accuracy of the ERP system for supplier records to include contracted pricing, part number cross-reference, contact information, shipping data and all other pertinent details. Additionally, we will work directly with the Maintenance Planner, Storeroom Clerk, and Technician to ensure all purchasing needs are met. Will manage and maintain supplier base to ensure most cost-effective purchases are made. The Maintenance Purchasing Clerk will also support the manufacturing effort by administering supplier agreements, maintenance contracts, or as otherwise identified by the Maintenance Planner.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for getting quotes for parts orders
- Responsible for creating PO for new parts orders/Service
- Issue parts out of the parts room to equipment
- Responsible for organizing parts room
- Manage all returns of parts
- Code invoices for AP for PO’s issued for Maintenance Department
- Responsible for setting inventory min and max with assistance from Maintenance manager
- Required to document critical spare parts in MVP
- Required to complete parts room inventory checks monthly
- Performs other duties as assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- High School diploma
- 2+ years experience in purchasing/parts room inventory
- CPSM and/or APICs certification or other Purchasing/Material Management certification
- SAP Knowledge
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office Applications
- Bilingual preferred, but not required
CORE COMPETENCIES, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Candidates should be self-starters with a strong work ethic and the ability to prioritize their workload to ensure timely issue resolution. In addition, this individual should possess the following skills:
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Clerical: Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
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Communication: Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts. Demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other’s ideas and thoughts.
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Mechanical: Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
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Organization: Organize and prioritize your own actions efficiently. Be flexible and react favorably to multiple priorities, changing schedules and daily assignments while paying attention to detail.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The work environment is a general office setting and a cold production setting with concrete floors. This position requires the team member to:
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud when in the production area.
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance, vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.
- Frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and talk or hear.
- Stand and walk in cold temperatures (38 degrees) for several hours, when needed.
Food Safety
Kilcoy has adopted the SQF System for food safety management and is under continuous USDA meat & poultry jurisdiction. All Kilcoy team members are responsible for food safety and quality requirements. Team members will be regularly informed, trained, and held accountable for managing food safety and regulatory expectations within their work areas. Team members should notify their department management about any food safety issues or concerns to be adequately addressed. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Purchasing Clerk
Align your credentials with PERM requirements
PERM applications define the minimum qualifications for the role. Make sure your foreign degree, transcripts, and any procurement certifications are evaluated and match what the employer's job description lists before the labor certification is filed.
Target industries with high PERM filing activity
Manufacturing, wholesale distribution, and retail supply chains file PERM applications for Purchasing Clerks far more often than professional services firms. Focusing your search on these sectors puts you in front of employers already familiar with the sponsorship process.
Search verified sponsors using Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Purchasing Clerk job postings by employers with documented green card sponsorship history, so you're applying to companies that have already navigated PERM for similar roles rather than ones that are new to the process.
Understand how prevailing wage affects your offer
DOL requires your offered wage to meet or exceed the prevailing wage for your job zone and location. Check the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating an offer to confirm your salary aligns with PERM requirements and avoids delays at the DOL stage.
Request a clear sponsorship commitment before accepting
Ask employers to confirm in writing that they'll initiate PERM within a defined timeframe after your start date. Purchasing Clerk PERM timelines can stretch 12 to 24 months before an I-140 is even filed, so a vague verbal agreement creates real risk.
Check your priority date against the Visa Bulletin
EB-3 backlogs vary significantly by country of birth. Review the State Department's monthly Visa Bulletin after your I-140 is approved to track your priority date and estimate when you can file for adjustment of status or attend consular processing.
Green Card Purchasing Clerk: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Purchasing Clerk role qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Purchasing Clerk positions typically fall under the EB-3 skilled worker or professional category, depending on the education and experience requirements your employer specifies. The employer must complete PERM labor certification with DOL, demonstrating no qualified U.S. workers are available, before filing an I-140 petition with USCIS on your behalf.
How is EB-3 green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa requires the role to qualify as a specialty occupation, which Purchasing Clerk positions often don't meet, and H-1B slots are subject to an annual lottery cap. EB-3 has no lottery, and while there's no annual cap on petitions filed, per-country visa number backlogs can affect when your green card becomes available. EB-3 also results in permanent residency rather than temporary status.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for a Purchasing Clerk employer?
Your employer must conduct a DOL-supervised recruitment process, including job postings, newspaper advertisements, and internal notices, to show no qualified U.S. workers applied. They then file an ETA Form 9089 with DOL. PERM audits are common for clerical roles, so your employer should document every recruitment step carefully before filing.
How can I find employers that actively sponsor Purchasing Clerk green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you search Purchasing Clerk jobs filtered by employers with a history of green card sponsorship, so you're not starting cold with companies unfamiliar with PERM. Focusing on manufacturing, wholesale distribution, and large retail operations also improves your odds, as these sectors file PERM applications for this occupation most frequently.
Can I switch employers after my I-140 is approved but before I get my green card?
Once your I-140 has been approved and is more than 180 days old, portability provisions under AC21 let you move to a new employer in the same or similar occupational classification without losing your priority date. Purchasing Clerk roles that share substantially similar duties and job zone level with your approved petition generally qualify for portability.