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Laboratory roles in research, clinical diagnostics, and quality control qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations when they require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related scientific field. Employers across pharma, biotech, hospitals, and contract research organizations regularly sponsor H-1B visas for bench scientists, lab managers, and research associates.
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Laboratory Technician
Location: 1801 Theurer Blvd, Winona, MN 55987
Job Type: Full-time
Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI All Hours Available
Overview:
Working as a Full-time Laboratory Technician, you will use various tools and equipment types to test sample parts for performance, dimensional, mechanical and chemical attributes to determine if they are acceptable to established standards or customer requirements. This position may offer a flexible schedule after a period of onboarding, training, and meeting performance goals.
Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
- Testing product in an A2LA Accredited Laboratory
- Collecting and analyzing test data, and data entry
- Communicating project status and results
- Creating documentation, such as inspection instructions, reports on test results and certifications
REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
The following skills and qualifications are required for this position:
- 18 years of age or older, due to the nature of work
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite
- Demonstrate strong math aptitude, attention to detail and sense of urgency
- Highly motivated, self-directed and customer service oriented
- Demonstrate strong organization, planning and prioritizing abilities
- Work independently as well as in a team environment
- Demonstrate our core values of ambition, innovation, integrity and teamwork
- Willingness to stand for long periods of time
- Lift, slide, carry and lower packages that typically weigh 25lbs-50lbs and may weigh up to 75lbs
- Pass the required drug screen (applicable in the US, Puerto Rico and Guam ONLY)
PREFERRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
- Possess or working towards an associate's degree in a related field
- Prior experience using basic measuring equipment and inspection tools
- Possess an understanding of basic geometry
About us:
Since 1967 Fastenal has grown as a distributor of industrial and construction supplies from a single branch to a Fortune 500 company with over 3,000 servicing locations, each providing tailored local inventory and personal service for our customers. As we've expanded across the world, we've retained a core belief in people and their ability to accomplish remarkable things - if given the opportunity. From this philosophy stems an entrepreneurial culture that challenges every employee to run their own business, create their own success, and advance to become company leaders.
As a growth company with a solid financial position, we are committed to training, promoting from within, and creating opportunities for our employees. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and are looking to make your mark as part of an elite growth company, you won't find a better fit than Fastenal.
FULL-TIME BENEFITS:
Fastenal offers a competitive benefits package to all full-time employees. This package includes Health, Life, Long Term Disability, and Dental Insurance, in addition to, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and 401(k) with an employer contribution.
COMPENSATION:
The pay range for this position is $42,000 - 60,000.
Job Description
Laboratory Technician
Location: 1801 Theurer Blvd, Winona, MN 55987
Job Type: Full-time
Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI All Hours Available
Overview:
Working as a Full-time Laboratory Technician, you will use various tools and equipment types to test sample parts for performance, dimensional, mechanical and chemical attributes to determine if they are acceptable to established standards or customer requirements. This position may offer a flexible schedule after a period of onboarding, training, and meeting performance goals.
Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
- Testing product in an A2LA Accredited Laboratory
- Collecting and analyzing test data, and data entry
- Communicating project status and results
- Creating documentation, such as inspection instructions, reports on test results and certifications
REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
The following skills and qualifications are required for this position:
- 18 years of age or older, due to the nature of work
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite
- Demonstrate strong math aptitude, attention to detail and sense of urgency
- Highly motivated, self-directed and customer service oriented
- Demonstrate strong organization, planning and prioritizing abilities
- Work independently as well as in a team environment
- Demonstrate our core values of ambition, innovation, integrity and teamwork
- Willingness to stand for long periods of time
- Lift, slide, carry and lower packages that typically weigh 25lbs-50lbs and may weigh up to 75lbs
- Pass the required drug screen (applicable in the US, Puerto Rico and Guam ONLY)
PREFERRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
- Possess or working towards an associate's degree in a related field
- Prior experience using basic measuring equipment and inspection tools
- Possess an understanding of basic geometry
About us:
Since 1967 Fastenal has grown as a distributor of industrial and construction supplies from a single branch to a Fortune 500 company with over 3,000 servicing locations, each providing tailored local inventory and personal service for our customers. As we've expanded across the world, we've retained a core belief in people and their ability to accomplish remarkable things - if given the opportunity. From this philosophy stems an entrepreneurial culture that challenges every employee to run their own business, create their own success, and advance to become company leaders.
As a growth company with a solid financial position, we are committed to training, promoting from within, and creating opportunities for our employees. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and are looking to make your mark as part of an elite growth company, you won't find a better fit than Fastenal.
FULL-TIME BENEFITS:
Fastenal offers a competitive benefits package to all full-time employees. This package includes Health, Life, Long Term Disability, and Dental Insurance, in addition to, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and 401(k) with an employer contribution.
COMPENSATION:
The pay range for this position is $42,000 - 60,000.
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Verify your degree field matches the role
USCIS requires a direct relationship between your degree and the laboratory position. A chemistry degree supports a synthetic chemist role but may not satisfy an H-1B petition for a molecular biology position without additional coursework or credentials.
Search LCA filings by SOC code
Laboratory occupations span multiple SOC codes, including 19-1042 for medical scientists and 19-4021 for biological technicians. Filter DOL Labor Condition Application disclosures by the relevant SOC code to identify which employers actively file for your exact role type.
Target employers enrolled in E-Verify
STEM OPT extensions require your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify, which many large pharma and CRO employers already are. Confirming E-Verify enrollment before accepting an offer saves you from a late-stage compliance problem that could affect your work authorization.
Use Migrate Mate to filter lab employers by filing history
Pull up verified DOL LCA filing data on Migrate Mate filtered by laboratory SOC codes to see which biotech, hospital, or research employers have a documented history of sponsoring H-1B workers in your specific role category.
Clarify prevailing wage level before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify your wage meets the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your job title and city before salary discussions so you know the Level I through Level IV range and can negotiate above the certified floor.
Get your foreign credentials evaluated early
If you earned your science degree outside the U.S., obtain a credential evaluation from a NACES-member evaluator before starting your H-1B petition. Delays in evaluation during the filing window can push your start date past October 1, costing you a full fiscal year.
H-1B Visa Laboratory: Frequently Asked Questions
Do laboratory jobs qualify as H-1B specialty occupations?
Most laboratory roles qualify if the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific scientific field such as chemistry, biology, biochemistry, or microbiology. USCIS evaluates the job duties, not just the job title. A lab technician role that only requires general science coursework may not qualify, while a research scientist or clinical laboratory scientist role almost always does.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for laboratory workers?
Pharmaceutical and biotech companies, contract research organizations, hospital systems, academic medical centers, and government contractors are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for laboratory roles. You can find employers with verified LCA filing histories for specific lab SOC codes on Migrate Mate, which surfaces DOL data by occupation and employer so you can target your applications effectively.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect laboratory job seekers?
Most laboratory employers are cap-subject, meaning your petition must be selected in the annual H-1B lottery before USCIS can approve it. The registration window opens each March for an October 1 start date. Universities and certain nonprofit research institutions are cap-exempt, so positions at those employers can be filed and approved outside the lottery at any time of year.
What SOC codes cover H-1B laboratory positions?
Common SOC codes for laboratory H-1B filings include 19-1042 (Medical Scientists), 19-1021 (Biochemists and Biophysicists), 19-1022 (Microbiologists), 19-4021 (Biological Technicians), and 29-2011 (Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists). Your employer's LCA will be filed under the code that matches your actual duties, which affects the prevailing wage requirement. Check O*NET for the official duties definition tied to each code.
Can a laboratory employer file an H-1B petition if I'm currently on OPT?
Yes. If you're working in a laboratory role on OPT and your employer wants to retain you long-term, they can file an H-1B petition during the March registration window. If you have a STEM degree and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify, a 24-month STEM OPT extension can bridge the gap if you aren't selected in your first lottery cycle.