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Director of Plant Operations jobs at H-1B visa-sponsoring employers demand a bachelor's degree in engineering, operations management, or a closely related field, making the role a strong fit for specialty occupation classification. Sponsors file a certified LCA for each plant location, so multi-site roles require coordination across multiple filings.
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“After spending 14 years in healthcare, I finally found my home with Arrow Senior Living. It’s home-like environment is not just for the residents but for the team members as well. From day one you embrace the core values, and you see how they impact residents’ quality of life. Arrow is a great company to grow with - it promotes within and the employee appreciation, incentives, and benefits are just a bonus on top of making residents and team members smile. I have become lifelong friends with this team, and I can happily say I love my job and enjoy coming to work.”
- Arrow Team Member
Position - Plant Operations Director
Position Type - Full Time
Location: Kansas City, MO/Olathe, KS area
Salary Range: $65,520 to $81,120
Up to $4,000 in annual performance-based bonuses
Shift Schedule
Monday through Friday
8:30am to 5:00pm
Manager on Duty Weekend Rotation
Come join our team at Arrow Senior Living!
Responsibilities
- Keep Quality Consistent: Ensure physical building and grounds are held to the highest standards of maintenance, cleanliness, and appearance.
- Be a Maintenance Manager: Oversee Plant Operations and Housekeeping departments, including budget, staffing, and compliance, so that each department operates efficiently and safely.
- Be a Community Girder: Maintain resident satisfaction with community and their apartments and address requests in a timely manner.
- Be a Safety Scout: Keep safety of employees, guests, and residents at top of mind, whether regarding potential environmental hazards or in relation to emergencies.
Basic Qualifications
- You must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
- A certification and experience in HVAC highly recommended.
- Thorough knowledge of construction, refinishing, painting, plumbing, floor/carpet care, refurbishing required. Landscaping experience a plus.
- Must have at least two (2) years of experience in apartment or other multiple unit maintenance with supervisory experience.
- You will possess clear verbal and written communication skills.
- You must have the ability to frequently lift and/or move items more than 50 pounds.
- This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and stooping all day, and the use of a ladder is required. Job functions require both indoor and outdoor work, including in periods of inclement weather.
- You must be criminally cleared.
- Be in good health and physically and mentally capable of performing assigned tasks. Good physical health shall be verified by a health screening performed by a physician not more than six (6) months prior to or seven (7) days following employment. Must test free from pulmonary tuberculosis at time of health screening.
- Must have a clean driving record as per the insured’s policy.
- Experience in senior housing is preferred.
- You must have skills, knowledge, and competency in the areas of leadership and supervision.
- You must have a working knowledge of current OSHA regulations.
Employment Benefits
We value our benefits:
- Company Match 401(k) with 100% match up to the first 3% and fully vested upon enrollment.
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance (1st of the month following 60 days of employment - Full Time)
- Disability insurance (Full Time)
- Employee assistance program
- Weekly Employee Recognition Program
- Life insurance (Full Time)
- Paid time off (Full Time employees accrue up to 115 hours each year and Part Time accrue up to 30 hours each year)
- Tuition Reimbursement (after 90 days for FT AND PT employees)
- Employee Referral Program (FT, PT, and PRN)
- Complimentary meal each shift (FT, PT, and PRN)
- Daily Pay Option
- Direct Deposit
- Did we mention that we PROMOTE FROM WITHIN?
About the company
Arrow Senior Living manages a collection of senior living communities that offer varying levels of care including independent living, assisted living, and memory care in 34 properties currently in 6 states (Missouri, Kansas, Iowa, Illinois, Ohio, Arkansas) and employs nearly 2,200 employees!
Arrow Senior Living serves and employs individuals of all faiths, regardless of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or handicap, except as limited by state and federal law.
Keywords: director, maintenance, physical labor, handyman, tools, operations, senior living, retirement, nursing home
INDHP
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Description
“After spending 14 years in healthcare, I finally found my home with Arrow Senior Living. It’s home-like environment is not just for the residents but for the team members as well. From day one you embrace the core values, and you see how they impact residents’ quality of life. Arrow is a great company to grow with - it promotes within and the employee appreciation, incentives, and benefits are just a bonus on top of making residents and team members smile. I have become lifelong friends with this team, and I can happily say I love my job and enjoy coming to work.”
- Arrow Team Member
Position - Plant Operations Director
Position Type - Full Time
Location: Kansas City, MO/Olathe, KS area
Salary Range: $65,520 to $81,120
Up to $4,000 in annual performance-based bonuses
Shift Schedule
Monday through Friday
8:30am to 5:00pm
Manager on Duty Weekend Rotation
Come join our team at Arrow Senior Living!
Responsibilities
- Keep Quality Consistent: Ensure physical building and grounds are held to the highest standards of maintenance, cleanliness, and appearance.
- Be a Maintenance Manager: Oversee Plant Operations and Housekeeping departments, including budget, staffing, and compliance, so that each department operates efficiently and safely.
- Be a Community Girder: Maintain resident satisfaction with community and their apartments and address requests in a timely manner.
- Be a Safety Scout: Keep safety of employees, guests, and residents at top of mind, whether regarding potential environmental hazards or in relation to emergencies.
Basic Qualifications
- You must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
- A certification and experience in HVAC highly recommended.
- Thorough knowledge of construction, refinishing, painting, plumbing, floor/carpet care, refurbishing required. Landscaping experience a plus.
- Must have at least two (2) years of experience in apartment or other multiple unit maintenance with supervisory experience.
- You will possess clear verbal and written communication skills.
- You must have the ability to frequently lift and/or move items more than 50 pounds.
- This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and stooping all day, and the use of a ladder is required. Job functions require both indoor and outdoor work, including in periods of inclement weather.
- You must be criminally cleared.
- Be in good health and physically and mentally capable of performing assigned tasks. Good physical health shall be verified by a health screening performed by a physician not more than six (6) months prior to or seven (7) days following employment. Must test free from pulmonary tuberculosis at time of health screening.
- Must have a clean driving record as per the insured’s policy.
- Experience in senior housing is preferred.
- You must have skills, knowledge, and competency in the areas of leadership and supervision.
- You must have a working knowledge of current OSHA regulations.
Employment Benefits
We value our benefits:
- Company Match 401(k) with 100% match up to the first 3% and fully vested upon enrollment.
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance (1st of the month following 60 days of employment - Full Time)
- Disability insurance (Full Time)
- Employee assistance program
- Weekly Employee Recognition Program
- Life insurance (Full Time)
- Paid time off (Full Time employees accrue up to 115 hours each year and Part Time accrue up to 30 hours each year)
- Tuition Reimbursement (after 90 days for FT AND PT employees)
- Employee Referral Program (FT, PT, and PRN)
- Complimentary meal each shift (FT, PT, and PRN)
- Daily Pay Option
- Direct Deposit
- Did we mention that we PROMOTE FROM WITHIN?
About the company
Arrow Senior Living manages a collection of senior living communities that offer varying levels of care including independent living, assisted living, and memory care in 34 properties currently in 6 states (Missouri, Kansas, Iowa, Illinois, Ohio, Arkansas) and employs nearly 2,200 employees!
Arrow Senior Living serves and employs individuals of all faiths, regardless of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or handicap, except as limited by state and federal law.
Keywords: director, maintenance, physical labor, handyman, tools, operations, senior living, retirement, nursing home
INDHP
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Director of Plant Operations
Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
Pull the O*NET profile for Industrial Production Managers and map your degree and duties directly to the listed tasks. A degree in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or operations management strengthens the specialty occupation argument USCIS evaluates during I-129 adjudication.
Target manufacturers with established immigration programs
Search Migrate Mate for Director of Plant Operations roles to surface employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history in manufacturing. Sponsors with repeat filings typically have in-house HR processes that move faster and require less education from you on the basics.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Run the OFLC Wage Search using SOC code 11-3051 and the specific county where the plant sits. Your offered wage must meet or exceed the DOL prevailing wage for that exact worksite, not a regional average.
Clarify multi-site scope during the offer stage
If the role oversees operations across two or more facilities, confirm with the employer that a separate certified LCA will be filed for each worksite address. A single LCA tied to one location doesn't cover you legally at unlisted plants.
Document operational scope to support I-129 approval
Gather quantified examples of your plant management experience: production output you controlled, capital budgets you oversaw, and teams you led. USCIS reviewers look for evidence that the position genuinely requires degree-level judgment, not just supervisory hours.
Plan your timeline around cap status and H-1B selection
If you're not already on H-1B status, understand that the selection rules have changed recently and registration now happens annually. Build at least 12 months of runway before your current work authorization expires so a cap year doesn't leave you with a gap.
H-1B Visa Director of Plant Operations: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Director of Plant Operations role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in engineering, operations management, industrial management, or a closely related field as a standard entry requirement. USCIS evaluates the specific duties described in the LCA and I-129, so the employer's job description needs to reflect degree-level complexity, not just supervisory responsibility.
How does the LCA process work for a plant operations director overseeing multiple facilities?
Each physical worksite where you'll perform work needs its own certified Labor Condition Application filed with DOL before USCIS can approve your petition. If your role requires you to split time between plants in different metro areas, the employer must file separate LCAs for each location and post notice at each site during the required period.
What documents should I prepare before approaching potential H-1B sponsors?
Compile your official transcripts showing a relevant bachelor's degree or higher, a detailed resume with quantified operational achievements, and reference letters that speak to your technical and managerial scope. If your degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member service so the employer's immigration counsel can confirm it meets USCIS standards quickly.
How do I find employers actively sponsoring H-1B visas for plant operations roles?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, searchable by role and location. This lets you focus on companies that have already navigated the sponsorship process for similar operations management positions rather than spending time educating employers who have never filed an H-1B petition.
Can my H-1B status continue if I move to a different plant within the same company?
A change to a new worksite location that isn't covered by your existing certified LCA requires the employer to file an amended LCA and, in most cases, an amended I-129 petition with USCIS before you begin work at the new location. Relocating to a facility in a different metropolitan statistical area without updating these filings puts your status at risk.