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Manufacturing Supervisor roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, industrial management, or a related technical field. Employers in automotive, aerospace, electronics, and food production regularly file LCAs for these roles. The 85,000-cap lottery and October 1 start date shape every offer timeline.
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Location: Portsmouth, NH (On-site)
You will play an essential role in leading night-shift manufacturing operations that support the production of therapeutic proteins. In this position, you will guide a team, maintain high-quality standards, and ensure safe, compliant, and efficient production activities throughout the night schedule.
Shift Schedule:
- Shift: Rotational Night Shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
- Pattern: 2 on, 2 off, 3 on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off (repeating cycle)
- Starting off: First 2-week orientation and training period is on the day shift
- Additional Pay: Nights and weekend shifts include additional pay
What you will get:
- An agile career and dynamic working culture.
- An inclusive and ethical workplace.
- Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
- Medical, dental and vision insurance.
- Our full list of global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits
What you will do:
- Lead nightly manufacturing activities to meet production schedules and quality expectations.
- Guide and support operators during tasks while promoting safety and compliance.
- Review batch records and documentation to support accurate, on-time product release.
- Train, coach, and develop team members through regular feedback and performance discussions.
- Coordinate with cross-functional groups to resolve equipment or process issues promptly.
- Support administrative tasks such as shift exchanges, meetings, and continuous improvement work.
- Carry out additional duties as required to maintain smooth and compliant operations.
What we are looking for:
- 5–10 years of experience in a GMP or manufacturing environment.
- 1–4 years of supervisory or team-leading experience preferred.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to coach and support team members.
- Proven critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities for daily manufacturing challenges.
- Ability to follow procedures, maintain accurate records, and uphold quality standards.
- Experience working in cleanroom environments and with automated or manual systems preferred.
- AS/BS degree in a science field; HS diploma with relevant experience may be considered.
About Lonza:
At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.
Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.
Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now
Manufacturing Supervisor – (Nights)
Location: Portsmouth, NH (On-site)
You will play an essential role in leading night-shift manufacturing operations that support the production of therapeutic proteins. In this position, you will guide a team, maintain high-quality standards, and ensure safe, compliant, and efficient production activities throughout the night schedule.
Shift Schedule:
- Shift: Rotational Night Shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
- Pattern: 2 on, 2 off, 3 on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off (repeating cycle)
- Starting off: First 2-week orientation and training period is on the day shift
- Additional Pay: Nights and weekend shifts include additional pay
What you will get:
- An agile career and dynamic working culture.
- An inclusive and ethical workplace.
- Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
- Medical, dental and vision insurance.
- Our full list of global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits
What you will do:
- Lead nightly manufacturing activities to meet production schedules and quality expectations.
- Guide and support operators during tasks while promoting safety and compliance.
- Review batch records and documentation to support accurate, on-time product release.
- Train, coach, and develop team members through regular feedback and performance discussions.
- Coordinate with cross-functional groups to resolve equipment or process issues promptly.
- Support administrative tasks such as shift exchanges, meetings, and continuous improvement work.
- Carry out additional duties as required to maintain smooth and compliant operations.
What we are looking for:
- 5–10 years of experience in a GMP or manufacturing environment.
- 1–4 years of supervisory or team-leading experience preferred.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to coach and support team members.
- Proven critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities for daily manufacturing challenges.
- Ability to follow procedures, maintain accurate records, and uphold quality standards.
- Experience working in cleanroom environments and with automated or manual systems preferred.
- AS/BS degree in a science field; HS diploma with relevant experience may be considered.
About Lonza:
At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.
Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.
Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Manufacturing Supervisor
Verify your degree supports specialty occupation
USCIS requires a direct relationship between your degree field and the supervisory role. An engineering or operations management degree works; a general business degree may trigger an RFE. Check the O*NET profile for Manufacturing Supervisors to confirm the degree requirement language before applying.
Target LCA-active manufacturers in your sector
Use Migrate Mate to filter Manufacturing Supervisor roles by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history in your industry. Aerospace and semiconductor manufacturers file consistently year over year, making them lower-risk sponsorship targets than first-time filers.
Ask employers about cap-exempt facility eligibility
Some manufacturers operate production facilities affiliated with nonprofit research institutions or government entities, making them cap-exempt. If you're outside the lottery window, ask hiring managers directly whether any of their sites qualify before ruling out an opportunity.
Confirm prevailing wage tier against the job description
Run the posted job description through the OFLC Wage Search before your offer call. Manufacturing Supervisor roles often straddle Level II and Level III wages depending on direct reports and plant scope. A mismatch between the LCA wage tier and your experience level can delay certification.
Time your application to the October 1 activation date
H-1B petitions filed in April activate October 1. Manufacturers running fiscal-year hiring cycles often backfill supervisor seats in Q3, which aligns poorly with this timeline. Negotiate a delayed start date or a contract bridge arrangement to cover the gap between your offer and your activation date.
Document shift leadership scope for the I-129 petition
Your employer's attorney will need evidence that the role requires a theoretical and practical application of specialized knowledge. Prepare a written summary of your technical decision-making responsibilities, equipment qualification authority, and any cross-functional engineering coordination before the I-129 is drafted.
H-1B Visa Manufacturing Supervisor: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Manufacturing Supervisor role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the role is structured. USCIS evaluates whether the position normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field. A supervisor managing process engineers in a semiconductor fab has a strong case; a general floor supervisor at a warehouse may not. The job description must demonstrate that specialized degree-level knowledge drives the daily work, not just managerial experience.
How do I find Manufacturing Supervisor employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas?
Search Migrate Mate for Manufacturing Supervisor roles filtered by verified H-1B sponsorship history. Employers in automotive Tier 1 supply chains, aerospace manufacturers, and electronics contract manufacturers file LCAs for these roles most consistently. Targeting companies with multi-year filing records reduces the risk of sponsoring a first-time petitioner who may not understand the process.
What happens to my H-1B status if the manufacturing plant I work at closes or is sold?
Your H-1B is tied to the petitioning employer, not the physical site. A plant closure or acquisition that eliminates your position terminates your H-1B authorization. You have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer, change status, or depart. If the acquiring company assumes the workforce and files an amended H-1B, your status can continue without interruption.
Can my employer file H-1B paperwork before I have full licensing or certifications required for the role?
Yes. USCIS requires that all H-1B conditions be met by the employment start date, not the petition filing date. If a state-specific manufacturing certification or safety credential is required for the role, you have until October 1 to complete it. Your employer's I-129 petition can reflect anticipated compliance as long as the credential is in place before you begin work.
Does it matter which shift or production line I supervise when USCIS reviews the specialty occupation claim?
It can. USCIS officers sometimes argue that supervising a single repetitive production line is a routine oversight role, not a specialty occupation. Roles involving multiple product lines, process engineering interfaces, statistical quality control, or continuous improvement programs strengthen the specialty occupation argument. Your employer's attorney should document technical complexity in the support letter, not just headcount and schedule authority.