H-1B Visa Manufacturing Supervisor Jobs

Manufacturing Supervisor roles qualify for H-1B 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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Overview

Open Jobs1,267+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type99% On-site
Median Salary$56K
Top LocationFlorence, KY
Most JobsGeorgia-Pacific

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Graphic Packaging International
Manufacturing Supervisor
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Graphic Packaging International
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Manufacturing Supervisor
Graphic Packaging International
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Human Resources
$72,700/yr - $96,900/yr
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Timken
Manufacturing Supervisor
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Manufacturing Supervisor
Timken
Keene, New Hampshire
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Project & Program Management
$71,280/yr - $87,120/yr
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
High School
10,000+

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Yaskawa America, Inc
Manufacturing Supervisor
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Yaskawa America, Inc
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Manufacturing Supervisor
Yaskawa America, Inc
Miamisburg, Ohio
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Human Resources
Project & Program Management
On-Site
4+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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General Mills
Manufacturing Supervisor
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General Mills
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Manufacturing Supervisor
General Mills
Wellston, Ohio
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Project & Program Management
On-Site
1+ yr exp.
High School
10,000+

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Overhead Door Corporation
Manufacturing Supervisor
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Overhead Door Corporation
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Manufacturing Supervisor
Overhead Door Corporation
Lewistown, Pennsylvania
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
Associate's
1,001-5,000

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Tips 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.

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Manufacturing Supervisor H-1B Visa: 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.

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