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Industrial Technician roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in engineering technology, electronics, or a related technical field. Employers in manufacturing, energy, and aerospace regularly file LCAs for these roles. Find companies with active H-1B filing history on Migrate Mate.
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Summary
This position supports the Ryder Continuous Improvement culture across the operation by actively applying continuous improvement methods to support operations. The Engineer will identify and implement change within the operation through data driven CI, Engineering, and Automation efforts to deliver higher levels of performance in safety, quality, delivery, and cost. Effectively leverage data analytics, engineering methodologies, and core lean tools to enable root cause identification and elimination. This position will interface with employees at all levels and functions across the operation. This position reports to the Lead Engineer, CI Manager or Sr. CI Manager and is closely aligned with Operations Management.
Essential Functions
- Collects data and performs statistical analysis. Maps and documents processes. Independently identifies process gaps; recommends and implements process improvement. Develop a thorough, effective, and timely continuous improvement plan to drive value for our customers (transformation plan development and execution). Drive process improvement activities to achieve tangible improvement in the key business metrics of safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee development.
- Manages and completes CI and steady-state engineering projects that lead to improved business results. Assesses CI initiatives and provides input and recommendations on future activities. Support Automation projects. Regularly interacts with operations management.
- Develop competency in wide range of engineering methods, Lean tools, and quality standards in the use and implementation of CI, Quality Assurance, & Lean principles. Applies engineering methodologies/tools such as product slotting, studying labor standards (time studies), layouts and optimization of flow, data profiling and analysis, and resource modeling to improve distribution and/or transportation operations.
- Participate in facilitation and execution Value Stream Maps & Kaizen Events through all stages (A3 charter ideation/creation, pre-work identification and completion, delivery of results in Kaizen week, regular follow up and follow through on sustainment).
- Provide regular reports of data and actions to measure progress against the site objectives. Makes Inventory and/or Supply Chain strategy recommendations.
Additional Responsibilities
- Maintain the QMS based on established company and/or industry standards.
- Implement and monitor a standardized corrective action system.
- Support regulatory compliance and certification requirements.
- Perform all functions related to Quality Assurance for a start-up or expansion.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills and Abilities
- Effective interpersonal skills, Required
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, Required
- Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors), Required
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team, Required
- Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment, Required
- Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills, Required
- Ability to manage CI projects from beginning to sustained results, Required
- Change implementation skills, Required
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain and three (3) years or more related work experience in the Warehousing, Transportation, or Manufacturing industry required; or Master’s degree (Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or Supply Chain Management) and one (1) year related experience; if MBA, then undergraduate degree in Engineering, Required
- 3 years or more in related work experience in the Warehousing, Transportation, or Manufacturing industry, Required
- Microsoft Office Suite skills with emphasis on Access, Excel and PowerPoint & Visio Advanced, Required
- Knowledgeable of data visualization (PowerBI, Tableau, etc.) and database programming (SQL, DAX, etc.) Intermediate, Preferred
- Basic knowledge of Lean/TPS core tools/processes (e.g. 5S, Standard Work, Visual Management, problem solving) Beginner, Required
- Understanding and experience in core engineering and data analysis functions (slotting, utilization, labor planning, layouts, metrics, etc.) Beginner, Required
- Warehouse design tools such as CAD (e.g. AutoCAD); slotting (e.g. Slot3D), Predetermined Motion and Time Systems and methods (e.g. MOST); Warehouse Management Systems (e.g. Manhattan Scale), and Labor Mgt. Systems. Beginner, Preferred
- Knowledge of Warehouse Management operations, data analytics, Industrial Engineering, warehouse types (ambient, temp control), warehouse layout/design and Lean methods. Knowledge of material handling solutions and automation types such as: powered industrial truck (PIT) applications; racking and other storage solution designs, packaging equipment; conveyor and sortation equipment; and other automation solutions (e.g. AS/RS). Intermediate, Preferred
- Knowledge of Dedicated Services and Managed Transportation Networks. Knowledge of all available equipment types such as; dry van, temperature control, flat bed, other specialized equipment. Transportation Design Tools ie; JDA, Appian, Network Design Tools ie; Llamasoft, Transportation Management Systems ie; JDA, OTM, Mapping Software ie; Tableau. Intermediate, Preferred
- Lean Six Sigma, cPMP, ISO/QMS, Preferred
- American Production Inventory Control Society (APICS) and/or Supply Chain Logistics Certification, Preferred
Travel
- No
Job Category: Continuous Improvement
Our Culture & Commitment:
At Ryder, you’re trusted to make an impact—while enjoying room to grow and having a voice that’s heard. Our culture is built on respect, collaboration, and shared pride in doing great work rooted in innovation and safety.
Your Voice. Your Success. The Future We Build Together.
Compensation Information:
The compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data/ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc. The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan based on the level and/or type. Compensation ranges for the position are below:
Pay Type:
Salaried
Minimum Pay Range:
75000
Maximum Pay Range:
85000
Benefits Information:
For all Full-time positions only: Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.
Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
Important Note:
Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.
Security Notice for Applicants:
Ryder will only communicate with an applicant directly from a [@ryder.com] email address and will never conduct an interview online through a chat type forum, messaging app (such as WhatsApp or Telegram), or via an online questionnaire. During an interview, Ryder will never ask for any form of payment or banking details and will never solicit personal information outside of the formal submitted application through www.ryder.com/careers.
Should you have any questions regarding the application process or to verify the legitimacy of an interview or Ryder representative, please contact Ryder at careers@ryder.com or 800-793-3754.
Current Employees:
If you are a current employee at Ryder, please click here to log in to Workday to apply using the internal application process.
Job Description
Summary
This position supports the Ryder Continuous Improvement culture across the operation by actively applying continuous improvement methods to support operations. The Engineer will identify and implement change within the operation through data driven CI, Engineering, and Automation efforts to deliver higher levels of performance in safety, quality, delivery, and cost. Effectively leverage data analytics, engineering methodologies, and core lean tools to enable root cause identification and elimination. This position will interface with employees at all levels and functions across the operation. This position reports to the Lead Engineer, CI Manager or Sr. CI Manager and is closely aligned with Operations Management.
Essential Functions
- Collects data and performs statistical analysis. Maps and documents processes. Independently identifies process gaps; recommends and implements process improvement. Develop a thorough, effective, and timely continuous improvement plan to drive value for our customers (transformation plan development and execution). Drive process improvement activities to achieve tangible improvement in the key business metrics of safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee development.
- Manages and completes CI and steady-state engineering projects that lead to improved business results. Assesses CI initiatives and provides input and recommendations on future activities. Support Automation projects. Regularly interacts with operations management.
- Develop competency in wide range of engineering methods, Lean tools, and quality standards in the use and implementation of CI, Quality Assurance, & Lean principles. Applies engineering methodologies/tools such as product slotting, studying labor standards (time studies), layouts and optimization of flow, data profiling and analysis, and resource modeling to improve distribution and/or transportation operations.
- Participate in facilitation and execution Value Stream Maps & Kaizen Events through all stages (A3 charter ideation/creation, pre-work identification and completion, delivery of results in Kaizen week, regular follow up and follow through on sustainment).
- Provide regular reports of data and actions to measure progress against the site objectives. Makes Inventory and/or Supply Chain strategy recommendations.
Additional Responsibilities
- Maintain the QMS based on established company and/or industry standards.
- Implement and monitor a standardized corrective action system.
- Support regulatory compliance and certification requirements.
- Perform all functions related to Quality Assurance for a start-up or expansion.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills and Abilities
- Effective interpersonal skills, Required
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, Required
- Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors), Required
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team, Required
- Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment, Required
- Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills, Required
- Ability to manage CI projects from beginning to sustained results, Required
- Change implementation skills, Required
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain and three (3) years or more related work experience in the Warehousing, Transportation, or Manufacturing industry required; or Master’s degree (Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or Supply Chain Management) and one (1) year related experience; if MBA, then undergraduate degree in Engineering, Required
- 3 years or more in related work experience in the Warehousing, Transportation, or Manufacturing industry, Required
- Microsoft Office Suite skills with emphasis on Access, Excel and PowerPoint & Visio Advanced, Required
- Knowledgeable of data visualization (PowerBI, Tableau, etc.) and database programming (SQL, DAX, etc.) Intermediate, Preferred
- Basic knowledge of Lean/TPS core tools/processes (e.g. 5S, Standard Work, Visual Management, problem solving) Beginner, Required
- Understanding and experience in core engineering and data analysis functions (slotting, utilization, labor planning, layouts, metrics, etc.) Beginner, Required
- Warehouse design tools such as CAD (e.g. AutoCAD); slotting (e.g. Slot3D), Predetermined Motion and Time Systems and methods (e.g. MOST); Warehouse Management Systems (e.g. Manhattan Scale), and Labor Mgt. Systems. Beginner, Preferred
- Knowledge of Warehouse Management operations, data analytics, Industrial Engineering, warehouse types (ambient, temp control), warehouse layout/design and Lean methods. Knowledge of material handling solutions and automation types such as: powered industrial truck (PIT) applications; racking and other storage solution designs, packaging equipment; conveyor and sortation equipment; and other automation solutions (e.g. AS/RS). Intermediate, Preferred
- Knowledge of Dedicated Services and Managed Transportation Networks. Knowledge of all available equipment types such as; dry van, temperature control, flat bed, other specialized equipment. Transportation Design Tools ie; JDA, Appian, Network Design Tools ie; Llamasoft, Transportation Management Systems ie; JDA, OTM, Mapping Software ie; Tableau. Intermediate, Preferred
- Lean Six Sigma, cPMP, ISO/QMS, Preferred
- American Production Inventory Control Society (APICS) and/or Supply Chain Logistics Certification, Preferred
Travel
- No
Job Category: Continuous Improvement
Our Culture & Commitment:
At Ryder, you’re trusted to make an impact—while enjoying room to grow and having a voice that’s heard. Our culture is built on respect, collaboration, and shared pride in doing great work rooted in innovation and safety.
Your Voice. Your Success. The Future We Build Together.
Compensation Information:
The compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data/ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc. The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan based on the level and/or type. Compensation ranges for the position are below:
Pay Type:
Salaried
Minimum Pay Range:
75000
Maximum Pay Range:
85000
Benefits Information:
For all Full-time positions only: Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.
Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
Important Note:
Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.
Security Notice for Applicants:
Ryder will only communicate with an applicant directly from a [@ryder.com] email address and will never conduct an interview online through a chat type forum, messaging app (such as WhatsApp or Telegram), or via an online questionnaire. During an interview, Ryder will never ask for any form of payment or banking details and will never solicit personal information outside of the formal submitted application through www.ryder.com/careers.
Should you have any questions regarding the application process or to verify the legitimacy of an interview or Ryder representative, please contact Ryder at careers@ryder.com or 800-793-3754.
Current Employees:
If you are a current employee at Ryder, please click here to log in to Workday to apply using the internal application process.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Industrial Technician
Map your degree to the role
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to the Industrial Technician position. If your degree is in a related discipline like mechanical or electrical engineering technology, document that connection explicitly in your resume and any employer cover letters.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating
Look up the wage level for your specific Industrial Technician SOC code and work location using the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above that level, so knowing the floor protects you.
Target E-Verify enrolled manufacturers
Manufacturers and industrial contractors enrolled in E-Verify have the compliance infrastructure that makes H-1B sponsorship smoother. Ask HR directly whether the company participates in E-Verify before investing time in their application process.
Filter employers by LCA filing history on Migrate Mate
Sponsorship willingness varies widely across industrial employers. Use Migrate Mate to filter companies by their DOL Labor Condition Application filing history for technician roles, so you're only applying to employers who have actively sponsored H-1B workers.
Clarify shift and site details before I-129 filing
Industrial Technician roles often involve rotating shifts or multi-site work. Your employer's I-129 petition must reflect your actual worksite and schedule. Confirm these details with HR before filing starts to avoid a USCIS Request for Evidence.
Use O*NET to build your specialty occupation case
Pull the O*NET occupation profile for your specific Industrial Technician role and confirm it lists a bachelor's degree as the standard entry requirement. Share this with your employer's attorney, as this data directly supports the specialty occupation argument in your petition.
H-1B Visa Industrial Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Industrial Technician roles qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
They can, but it depends on how the role is defined. USCIS requires the position to normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field. Industrial Technician roles tied to engineering technology, automation systems, or advanced manufacturing are more likely to qualify than generalist maintenance positions. Your employer's job description must specify the degree requirement clearly.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for Industrial Technicians?
Aerospace and defense contractors, semiconductor manufacturers, energy companies, and industrial automation firms are among the most active H-1B sponsors for technical roles. These industries rely on specialized equipment and precision processes that align with the specialty occupation standard. Use Migrate Mate to identify employers in these sectors with verified H-1B filing history for technician-level positions.
Can my employer file my H-1B petition if I'm currently on OPT as an Industrial Technician?
Yes. If you're working on OPT and your employer files an H-1B petition before the April 1 deadline, the cap-gap rule extends your OPT authorization through September 30 if your OPT expires before October 1. Your employer needs to submit Form I-129 along with a certified LCA naming your specific worksite and the prevailing wage for your role.
How does the LCA process work for Industrial Technician positions with multiple worksites?
If your role involves work at multiple client sites or facilities, your employer may need to file separate LCAs or a blanket LCA covering the relevant locations. The DOL requires that each worksite's wage meet the prevailing wage for that area, not just the headquarters location. Confirm with your employer whether your assignments trigger a short-term placement or multiple-worksite filing before the I-129 is submitted.
What documentation strengthens an H-1B petition for an Industrial Technician role?
The petition is stronger when it includes a detailed job description specifying the technical degree required, evidence that similar roles at comparable companies require the same degree, and your official transcripts or credential evaluations. The O*NET profile for your SOC code can support the specialty occupation argument. If your degree is from outside the U.S., a credential evaluation establishing equivalency to a U.S. bachelor's degree is also essential.