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Warehouse Specialist roles can qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, where your employer documents that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the position. Sponsorship leads to permanent residency, not a temporary visa, making it a long-term commitment from both sides.
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This position reports to:
Warehouse Supervisor
Your role and responsibilities
Support the daily warehouse operations, including inventory handling, equipment operation, and adherence to safety protocols. This role ensures efficient movement and storage of goods while maintaining a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment.
The work model for the role is: Onsite
You will be mainly accountable for:
- Learn and follow warehouse rotation procedures and other tasks assigned.
- Obtain necessary forklift certification and operate equipment safely and efficiently.
- Interpret and follow detailed work instructions, including critical parameters and special handling requirements.
- Place safety in the workplace above all else and follow safety guidelines along with reporting safety issues.
Qualifications for the role
- High School Diploma or GED
- 6 months of Industrial type experience or military service or in lieu of industrial experience, will consider vocational/technical high school and technical college courses.
- Previous motor experience preferred.
- Candidates must have a work authorization that would permit them to work in the United States.
ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.
For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.
Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to US-AskHR@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.
Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.
This position reports to:
Warehouse Supervisor
Your role and responsibilities
Support the daily warehouse operations, including inventory handling, equipment operation, and adherence to safety protocols. This role ensures efficient movement and storage of goods while maintaining a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment.
The work model for the role is: Onsite
You will be mainly accountable for:
- Learn and follow warehouse rotation procedures and other tasks assigned.
- Obtain necessary forklift certification and operate equipment safely and efficiently.
- Interpret and follow detailed work instructions, including critical parameters and special handling requirements.
- Place safety in the workplace above all else and follow safety guidelines along with reporting safety issues.
Qualifications for the role
- High School Diploma or GED
- 6 months of Industrial type experience or military service or in lieu of industrial experience, will consider vocational/technical high school and technical college courses.
- Previous motor experience preferred.
- Candidates must have a work authorization that would permit them to work in the United States.
ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.
For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.
Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to US-AskHR@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.
Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Warehouse Specialist
Document your warehouse credentials before applying
Gather forklift certifications, OSHA training records, and any warehouse management system experience into a single file. PERM requires your employer to verify your qualifications match the job duties exactly, so gaps in documentation slow the process.
Target employers enrolled in E-Verify
E-Verify enrollment signals that an employer already manages federal compliance obligations. Warehouses handling federal contracts are often required to use E-Verify, which correlates with familiarity running PERM sponsorships for operations roles.
Search green card sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Warehouse Specialist openings by employers with active green card filing history. Targeting companies that have sponsored similar roles before cuts the time you spend on employers unfamiliar with the PERM process.
Clarify the EB-3 category before your offer
Most Warehouse Specialist roles qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, requiring at least two years of training or experience. Confirm with your prospective employer which category they intend to file under before accepting an offer, since that determines the prevailing wage DOL will require them to meet.
Check the prevailing wage before negotiating salary
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your specific warehouse role and location. DOL will reject an LCA if the offered wage falls below the required level, so knowing the floor before negotiations protects your PERM timeline.
Ask about the PERM recruitment timeline during interviews
PERM requires employers to complete supervised recruitment before filing, which typically adds several months before your I-140 petition even begins. Ask directly whether the company has immigration counsel in place and what their typical PERM start-to-filing timeline looks like.
Green Card Warehouse Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Warehouse Specialist roles actually qualify for green card sponsorship?
Yes. Warehouse Specialist positions regularly 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 with USCIS. The role's physical and technical requirements, such as forklift operation or warehouse management system proficiency, support the skilled worker classification.
How is EB-3 green card sponsorship different from H-1B for this role?
The H-1B visa is a temporary visa requiring a specialty occupation tied to a bachelor's degree, which most Warehouse Specialist roles don't meet. EB-3 sponsorship leads directly to permanent residency with no annual lottery. The tradeoff is time: PERM labor certification and I-140 adjudication typically take one to two years before you reach adjustment of status, compared to H-1B's faster but temporary approval. For many nationalities outside India and China, EB-3 priority dates are current, meaning no additional backlog wait.
What does the PERM process require from the employer for a warehouse role?
Your employer must conduct DOL-supervised recruitment, including posting the job at the physical worksite, advertising in two Sunday newspaper editions, and using additional recruitment steps for professional roles. They document that no qualified U.S. workers applied or were available, then file an ETA Form 9089 with DOL. For warehouse roles, the job duties and minimum requirements stated in PERM must match your actual position exactly, so any mismatch between the job posting and your day-to-day work can trigger an audit.
How do I find employers willing to sponsor a green card for a Warehouse Specialist position?
Focus on large distribution centers, third-party logistics companies, and manufacturers with dedicated HR or immigration teams, since they sponsor at volume and have established PERM workflows. Migrate Mate lets you search Warehouse Specialist openings filtered by employers with verified green card sponsorship history, so you can prioritize outreach to companies already familiar with the process rather than spending time educating employers who have never filed PERM.
Can I switch warehouse employers after my green card is filed but before it's approved?
Portability rules under AC21 allow you to change to a same or similar occupation after your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more, without losing your priority date. Warehouse and distribution roles within the same SOC code typically qualify as similar occupations. Switching employers before the 180-day mark or before I-485 is filed means the sponsoring employer must continue the process, so timing matters significantly.