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CNC Machinist roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent in a directly related field like manufacturing engineering or materials science. Employers in aerospace, automotive, and precision manufacturing regularly file Labor Condition Applications for these roles. Use this page to find companies with active H-1B filing history.
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Our climate controlled 31,000 square foot facility in Chelsea, MI specializes in medical grade plastics machining. A career with Orchid provides growth opportunities, a great benefits package including performance bonuses, insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid time off and schedule flexibility. For more information, view our website.
This is a contingent worker temporary position. If you are selected for this position, you will be employed through an agency, not directly though Orchid. However, you may be eligible for conversion to an employee position after only a few months in this role.
SHIFT
Multiple Shifts (United States of America)
A BRIEF OVERVIEW
The CNC Set Up Machinist contributes to the production of medical devices by operating and performing basic set ups of CNC 3, 4, and 5 Axis machines, with the ability to identify X, Y, Z and 0 coordinates. He/she is responsible for running multiple and varying CNC machines simultaneously, such as Lathes and Mills. Experience operating and setting up CNC machines in a manufacturing work environment required.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Performs set up of 3 & 4 Axis CNC machines.
- Operates multiple machines simultaneously.
- Monitors the machine to ensure proper program performance.
- Completes shop work orders, inspection documentation, and daily maintenance sheets.
- Makes off sets and adjustments to machines with minimal supervision.
- Advocates for the health and safety of self, co-workers, customers, and the community.
- Support quality and compliance by adhering to all procedures, work instructions, and forms per the Quality Management Systems (QMS).
- Completes all required training.
- Performs set up of 3, 4, and 5 Axis CNC machines.
- Operates multiple machines simultaneously.
- Monitors the machine to ensure proper program performance.
- Completes shop work orders, inspection documentation, and daily maintenance sheets.
- Makes off sets and adjustments to machines with minimal supervision.
- Advocates for the health and safety of self, co-workers, customers, and the community.
- Support quality and compliance by adhering to all procedures, work instructions, and forms per the Quality Management Systems (QMS).
- Completes all required training.
EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Or Equivalent (Preferred)
- High School Or Equivalent (Required)
EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS
- Lean Manufacturing Experience (Preferred)
- Experience in Medical Device Manufacturing (Preferred)
- 2+ Years of machining experience in a manufacturing environment (Required)
- Experience Operating CNC Equipment/Machining (Required)
- 2+ Years of machining experience in a manufacturing environment (Preferred)
- Experience in Medical Device Manufacturing (Preferred)
- Lean Manufacturing Experience (Preferred)
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Machining Trade School (Preferred)
- CERTIFICATION-9-7306 Machining Trade School (Preferred)
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS THAT ENABLE SUCCESS
- Problem Solving - Working Experience
- Machine Set Up - Extensive Experience
- Visual Quality Assurance - Working Experience
- GD&T - Extensive Experience
- Blueprint Reading - Extensive Experience
- Information Processing - Working Experience
- Quality Inspection Metrology Tools - Working Experience
- Accuracy and Attention to Detail - Working Experience
- Handwriting - Basic Knowledge
- Communication - Working Experience
- Data Entry - Working Experience
- Mathematical Ability - Basic Knowledge
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Noise - Frequently
CURRENT VERSION: 9
DATE LAST EDITED: 8/15/2022 11:19:03 AM
WHAT WE OFFER
- Opportunity to work in a growing company
- Ability to help people live a longer, more active life
- Comprehensive benefit package
- Ability to work in an organization that values:
- Integrity First: We do the right thing
- Teamwork: We are one Orchid
- Results: Our results matter
At Orchid, we fully support a diverse and inclusive workplace and we are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, hair type, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.
Orchid Orthopedic Solutions only pays fees for solicited presentations of job seekers submitted through our preferred vendor job board by recruiters, employment agencies, or other parties.
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Document your degree-to-role alignment
H-1B eligibility for CNC Machinist roles hinges on proving specialty occupation. Gather transcripts showing coursework in manufacturing engineering, machining theory, or materials science. A generic engineering degree with no machining coursework can trigger a Request for Evidence from USCIS.
Target employers with active LCA filings
Search the OFLC Wage Search to find companies that have filed Labor Condition Applications for CNC or machinist job titles. Employers who have filed before understand the process and are far less likely to back out mid-offer when legal costs come up.
Verify the job title matches SOC code 51-4041
DOL assigns CNC Machinists to SOC code 51-4041. If your offer letter uses a vague title like 'production technician,' ask your employer to align it with this code in the LCA. Mismatched titles are a common source of prevailing wage disputes and RFEs.
Check prevailing wage level before accepting an offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up Level I through Level IV wages for SOC 51-4041 in your employer's county before signing. If the offer falls below the posted prevailing wage for your experience level, the LCA won't certify and sponsorship fails.
Find H-1B-sponsoring manufacturers on Migrate Mate
Filter CNC Machinist listings on Migrate Mate by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history. This cuts out postings from companies that have never sponsored before and focuses your search on shops already familiar with the petition process.
Clarify premium processing before your start date
Standard H-1B adjudication can run several months. If your current OPT or other status expires before approval, ask your employer to file premium processing with USCIS, which guarantees a decision within 15 business days. Confirm in writing who covers that fee before you resign from your current role.
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Does a CNC Machinist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS requires the role to normally demand a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field. A CNC Machinist job tied to a manufacturing engineering or materials science degree can qualify, but a posting that only requires trade school certification typically won't. The employer's job description and internal degree requirements carry the most weight in the petition.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas for CNC Machinist roles most often?
Aerospace and defense contractors, automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, and precision medical device manufacturers file the most LCAs for machining roles. These industries run tight tolerances that require degree-level knowledge of materials and programming, which makes the specialty occupation argument easier to support. You can verify which employers have active filings using the OFLC Wage Search or by browsing verified listings on Migrate Mate.
What SOC code applies to CNC Machinists under H-1B filings?
DOL classifies CNC Machinists under SOC code 51-4041, titled 'Machinists.' Your employer uses this code when filing the Labor Condition Application, and it determines the prevailing wage level that must appear on your offer. If your employer assigns a different SOC code, the wage floor changes, which can affect both the LCA certification and the strength of the specialty occupation argument with USCIS.
Can experience substitute for a degree in a CNC Machinist H-1B petition?
Yes, under a three-for-one rule: three years of specialized experience can substitute for one year of a bachelor's degree. For a full four-year degree equivalent, you'd need 12 years of progressively responsible machining experience. An independent evaluation from a credentialing organization typically documents this equivalency. Your employer's attorney will need the evaluation before filing Form I-129 with USCIS.
What happens to my H-1B status if I change CNC Machinist employers?
H-1B portability lets you start working for a new employer as soon as they file a new I-129 petition with USCIS, without waiting for approval, provided your original H-1B was approved, you've maintained status, and the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. The new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL certifying prevailing wage compliance for the new position before submitting the petition.
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