H-1B Visa Manufacturing Laborer Jobs
Manufacturing Laborer roles can qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a specialty occupation, though employers must file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and petition USCIS before you start work. Production facilities with consistent H-1B visa filing history are your strongest targets.
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Job Overview:
This role involves assisting with various manual labor tasks on construction sites, primarily focusing on support activities that do not require operating heavy machinery or driving company vehicles. The Laborer will perform physically demanding work to ensure project efficiency and safety.
Job Responsibilities:
- Perform general cleanup and debris removal on construction sites.
- Dig trenches, backfill excavations, and level earth to grade specifications using hand tools.
- Load and unload materials, tools, and equipment from trucks or other conveyances.
- Assist skilled tradespeople (e.g., pipefitters, electricians, carpenters) by carrying materials, holding tools, and providing general support.
- Prepare and clean surfaces for painting, sealing, or other finishes.
- Operate small hand tools and power tools under supervision, such as shovels, rakes, brooms, tampers, and grinders.
- Erect and dismantle scaffolding, shoring, braces, traffic control signs, and other temporary structures.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment, ensuring tools and equipment are properly stored.
- Follow all safety regulations and company policies, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Flag traffic or direct vehicles as needed to ensure the safety of workers and the public.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors or foremen.
Job Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED preferred.
- Previous experience in a construction or manual labor role is an asset, but not required.
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting heavy objects (up to 50 lbs), bending, stooping, kneeling, and standing for extended periods.
- Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, etc.).
- Strong work ethic and ability to follow instructions accurately and safely.
- Basic understanding of construction site safety practices is a plus.
- Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work effectively as part of a team.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Company Overview:
Primoris Renewable Energy, a business within Primoris Services Corporation’s Energy segment, is a leading power generation engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) provider specializing in utility and commercial scale solar power, energy storage, solar repower, and operations and maintenance. Standing at the forefront of energy transformation, we are dedicated to doing the right thing for our customers, people, and planet – shaping a more sustainable future for generations to come.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Manufacturing Laborer
Verify your role meets specialty occupation
Manufacturing Laborer positions vary widely. Check the O*NET occupation profile for your specific duties to confirm the role requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, which is the baseline USCIS specialty occupation standard.
Pull DOL LCA records before applying
Search Migrate Mate to filter manufacturing employers by verified H-1B Labor Condition Application history. Facilities that have filed LCAs for production or manufacturing roles in the past two years are the ones most likely to sponsor again.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment during outreach
STEM OPT extensions require E-Verify enrollment, and it's also a strong proxy for an employer's immigration infrastructure. Ask HR whether the facility is E-Verify enrolled before investing time in an application.
Request prevailing wage documentation early
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your occupation and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I and Level II wage for your SOC code before negotiating, so you know the floor.
Understand the LCA covers your specific worksite
If you rotate between production facilities or get reassigned to a different plant, your employer may need to file a new or amended LCA. Confirm whether your offer letter ties you to a single location or allows multi-site placements.
Time your offer relative to the H-1B cap
H-1B cap-subject petitions have an April 1 filing window for an October 1 start date. If you're on OPT, build backward from your OPT expiration to ensure your employer can file during the correct registration period without a work authorization gap.
H-1B Visa Manufacturing Laborer: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Manufacturing Laborer jobs qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Some do, but not automatically. USCIS requires the position to qualify as a specialty occupation, meaning it must normally require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field. Manufacturing Laborer roles that involve specialized technical knowledge, quality systems, or advanced production processes are more likely to qualify than general assembly positions.
How do I find manufacturing employers who have sponsored H-1B workers before?
Migrate Mate lets you filter employers by verified DOL Labor Condition Application filing history, so you can see which manufacturing facilities have actively sponsored H-1B workers for production and operations roles. Targeting employers with a documented filing history significantly reduces the risk of an employer who isn't familiar with the H-1B process.
What happens if my manufacturing employer has multiple plant locations?
Each worksite where you'll perform H-1B work must be covered by a certified LCA. If your role involves rotating between facilities or you get transferred to a different plant, your employer needs to file an amended or new LCA for the additional location. Clarify your work location before the petition is filed to avoid compliance issues.
Can my employer start my H-1B while I'm still on OPT?
Yes, and timing this correctly is critical. Your employer files an H-1B registration in March, USCIS selects petitions in the lottery, and if selected the petition is filed for an October 1 start date. If your OPT expires before October 1, the cap-gap rule can extend your work authorization through September 30 while the petition is pending.
Does the prevailing wage requirement affect manufacturing job offers?
It does. Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your occupation code and the county where you'll work before USCIS will approve the petition. You can verify the required wage yourself using the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer, which tells you whether the salary being offered meets the legal floor for your role and location.