Green Card Quality Control Technician Jobs
Quality Control Technician roles qualify for EB-3 skilled worker sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, and manufacturing, food production, and pharmaceutical employers frequently sponsor foreign professionals in this field. Your employer files the PERM application with DOL, then petitions USCIS via I-140, putting you on a path to lawful permanent residency.
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Why Orthofix?
Guided by our organizational values – Take Ownership | Innovate Boldly | Win Together – we collaborate closely with world-class surgeons and other partners to improve people’s quality of life. At Orthofix, we want team members who build relationships and share knowledge, challenge the status quo, and deliver results every day to help us achieve our vision to be the unrivaled partner in Med Tech.
Our global team of over 1,600 employees brings to market highly innovative, cost-effective, and user-friendly medical technologies that heal musculoskeletal pathologies for patients and the healthcare professionals who treat them. Looking to change people’s lives? Look no further.
JOB PURPOSE
QC Technician Ill is proficient performing inspections and testing at various stages of production of the product - from raw materials, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies to assure product quality and conformance to specifications and procedural requirements. QC Technician Ill analyzes problems, determines problem-solving techniques and exercises judgment in selecting appropriate solutions.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following are the essential functions of this position. This position may be responsible for performing additional duties as tasks as needed and assigned.
- Interprets engineering drawings, schematic diagrams to complete incoming, in-process and final inspections.
- Able to use a wide assortment of QC inspection instruments to assure components and devices are manufactured and functioning according to specification.
- Records test data and interpret its pass/fail status.
- Performs and documents all QA inspection and testing activities to assure conformance to specifications.
- Perform label inspections.
- Audits various manufacturing processes to assure compliance and product segregation.
- Monitors quality product in all stages of manufacturing and packaging process to determine proper sampling and variations in the process.
- Review donor records for compliance.
- Compiles and reviews device history records to assure compliance and releases products to Finished Goods.
- Initiates non-conformance reports (NCRs) and follows-up to final disposition of nonconforming materials.
- Assists in developing and implementing Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA's) using known problem-solving techniques. Assists in developing and implementing Document Change Orders (DCO's).
- Redlines/revises specifications as needed, to assure QSR compliance.
- Trains other QC Technicians on new or revised procedures.
- Investigates and reports complaints on existing products as directed by QA Management.
- Fill out and process quality reports and entering into the computerized quality reporting database.
- Performs and/or assists special projects as directed by Quality Team Lead, Manager or Director.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The requirements listed below are representative of the education, knowledge, skill and/or ability required for this position.
Education/Certifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Experience, Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities:
- 7 years or more related experience. Knowledge of GMPs (QSR) and/or ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 regulations, Medical Device manufacturing experience, Cleanroom manufacturing experience.
- Experience with usage of common inspection tools (e.g., rulers, calipers): read blueprint drawings. Knowledge of computer software programs including Microsoft Word, & Excel.
- Experience with usage of inspection techniques and knowledge of statistical sampling plans. Strong attention to detail. Ability to balance and prioritize inspections and job responsibilities to support production. Focused with a strong sense of urgency.
- Good verbal and written communication skills, ability to communication and interact well with all levels of personnel. Ability to work with a diverse group of people.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The education, knowledge, skills and/or abilities listed below are preferred qualifications in addition to the minimum qualifications stated above.
Education/Certifications:
- Technical College.
- Associate’s Degree.
- Bachelor’s Degree.
Additional Experience, Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities:
- ASQ Certifications such as but not limited to CQI or CQT.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / ADVERSE WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical requirements listed in this section include, but are not limited, to the motor/physical abilities, skills, and/or demands required of the position in order to successfully undertake the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to allow qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position.
- This position requires frequent or continuous moderate lifting of 15-40lbs.
- This position requires frequent or continuous pushing and/or pulling.
- This position requires frequent or continuous standing.
- This position requires frequent or continuous walking.
- This position requires frequent or continuous repetitive motion involving substantial movements of the wrist, hands and/or fingers; or grasping with hands and/or fingers.
- This position requires frequent or continuous bending, stooping, kneeling, or crouching.
- This position requires frequent or continuous exposure to dust, fumes, gases, odors or other airborne irritants.
- This position requires frequent or continuous exposure to chemicals and/or solvents.
The anticipated base hourly rate for an employee who is located in California this position is $26.36 to $33.00 per hour, plus bonus, and benefits. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, the type and years of experience within the industry, education, etc. The Company is a multi-state employer and this pay scale may not reflect the pay scale for an employee who works in other states or locations.
DISCLAIMER
The duties listed above are intended only as representation of the essential functions of this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change at the sole discretion of the employer. Nothing in this document alters an employee’s at-will employment status.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles, including braids, locks, and twists), ethnicity, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, caste, sex (including childbirth, breast feeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age (40 and over), protected medical condition (including cancer and genetic conditions), genetic information, disability (mental and physical), reproductive health decision-making, medical leave or other types of protected leave (requesting or approved for leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act or the California Family Rights Act), domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, termination, promotions, transfers, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms and conditions of employment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Quality Control Technician
Align your credentials to PERM requirements
PERM requires your employer to define a minimum qualification for the role. Gather transcripts and employment verification letters now so your documented experience matches exactly what the PERM filing will specify. Gaps between your resume and that definition can cause delays.
Target industries with established PERM pipelines
Pharmaceutical, medical device, and food manufacturing companies file PERM for Quality Control Technicians far more regularly than retail or service employers. Prioritize job listings from regulated industries where federal compliance requirements make retaining foreign workers worth the sponsorship investment.
Search for EB-3 sponsors using Migrate Mate
Filter by Quality Control Technician roles with active green card sponsorship history using Migrate Mate. This surfaces employers who have already completed PERM filings for this occupation, saving you from applying to companies with no sponsorship track record.
Verify the prevailing wage before your offer stage
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your specific location and job level. Use the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating to confirm your offered salary meets the Level I or Level II threshold, since underpaying is one of the most common PERM denial triggers.
Negotiate the PERM filing timeline into your offer
Employers who agree to sponsor often delay filing for months after your start date. Ask during the offer stage when the PERM application will be initiated, since your priority date, the date that governs your place in the green card queue, does not start until USCIS receives the I-140.
Understand how the recruitment audit period affects your case
PERM requires your employer to conduct a supervised DOL recruitment process before filing. If PERM is audited, DOL can request the full recruitment file. Make sure your employer retains all job posting records, applicant logs, and rejection reasons for at least five years after filing.
Green Card Quality Control Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Quality Control Technician roles actually qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Quality Control Technician is classified as a skilled worker under EB-3, which covers positions requiring at least two years of training or experience. Because the role does not typically require an advanced degree, most sponsorship cases proceed under EB-3 rather than EB-2. Your employer initiates the process through PERM labor certification with DOL, followed by an I-140 immigrant petition filed with USCIS.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
H-1B visa sponsorship requires your role to qualify as a specialty occupation, which can be difficult to demonstrate for Quality Control Technician positions that do not mandate a bachelor's degree. Green card sponsorship through EB-3 has no annual lottery and no specialty occupation requirement. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status can take two to four years for most countries, longer for India and China due to priority date backlogs.
What documentation do I need to support a PERM filing for this occupation?
You need records that prove you met the minimum requirements defined in the PERM application at the time your employer offered you the job. This typically includes education transcripts, prior employment verification letters covering any required experience, and any industry certifications relevant to quality systems or inspection processes. Your employer's immigration attorney will request these before preparing the PERM application.
How do I find employers willing to sponsor a green card for Quality Control Technician roles?
Migrate Mate lets you search Quality Control Technician jobs filtered by green card sponsorship history, so you can identify employers who have already filed PERM applications for this occupation rather than cold-applying and asking HR to start a process they may never have run before. Pharmaceutical, food manufacturing, and contract testing laboratory employers are the most consistent sponsors in this field.
Can my employer withdraw the green card sponsorship after filing?
Before USCIS approves your I-140 petition, your employer can withdraw sponsorship and your case ends. Once USCIS approves the I-140, and your priority date becomes current, you gain some portability protections under AC21 that allow you to change to a same or similar occupation with a new employer without restarting the process. Getting to an approved I-140 is the critical milestone to protect.