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Planner roles in urban planning, logistics, and supply chain regularly qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Employers in government contracting, infrastructure, and operations consistently file LCAs for these roles, making them a realistic target for H-1B sponsorship candidates.
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Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.
SUMMARY
Drive efficiency, reliability, and performance across our facility by keeping maintenance operations planned, organized, and one step ahead. As a Maintenance Planner, you will coordinate manpower, materials, parts, and equipment access to ensure maintenance work is completed safely, efficiently, and with minimal disruption to production. You will partner closely with Production and Maintenance teams to plan, schedule, and track all preventative and planned maintenance activities while maintaining accurate records that support data driven decisions and continuous improvement. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on organization, enjoys solving problems before they happen, and takes pride in keeping operations running at their best.
SCHEDULE: Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm
PRINCIPAL ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop plans for all maintenance activities, including maintenance of Maximo and PM System data and reporting.
- Analyzing data for use in maintenance planning and scheduling; maintaining and developing Best Practices for preventive maintenance.
- Ensuring a continuing review of P.M. work orders as they relate to equipment history; making recommended modifications to optimize equipment reliability and maintenance labor utilization; Learning universal maintenance standards to develop reasonable expectancies for the time to complete maintenance tasks.
- Identify and label all new equipment in keeping with company standards and keeping records current; use Key Performance Indicators to provide fact-based feedback to the Manager.
- Plan maintenance work with regard to level of skill and safety training required to complete task; review SAP/Maximo data from other locations with similar equipment and report findings and recommendations.
- Administering maintenance shift scheduling, work order backlog, and recommended planning for scheduled downtime work, including scheduling availability of parts; Interfacing with engineering, local management, Operations Support, and various other corporate departments as necessary (and outside entities when working on special projects).
- Interface with Operations Support concerning appropriate reports to develop, track and report to management.
- Develop a Time-phased plan of activities.
- The time-phased plan indicates what is to be done, when, by whom, and with what equipment.
- Proper Scheduling achieves multiple objectives: high efficiency, low inventory, and excellent customer service.
- The setting of order and time for planned events.
- Taking decisions regarding the allocation of available capacity or resources (equipment, labor and space) to jobs, activities and tasks over time.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- College degree or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of experience.
- Specialized training or education (post-high school) in maintenance.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
- Work environment includes, but is not limited to, a normal office environment and construction site as well as climate extremes found in a poultry processing operation and a wastewater treatment facility.
- This position requires an associate to have the ability to move throughout the complex and all facilities.
- This position requires an associate to be able to be exposed to all chemicals found in a poultry processing operation and a wastewater treatment facility.
- This associate must wear and/or use protective safety equipment required for the job and for various locations.
- This associate must be able to travel to remote facilities and/or offices for meetings.
Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
INTRODUCTION
Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.
SUMMARY
Drive efficiency, reliability, and performance across our facility by keeping maintenance operations planned, organized, and one step ahead. As a Maintenance Planner, you will coordinate manpower, materials, parts, and equipment access to ensure maintenance work is completed safely, efficiently, and with minimal disruption to production. You will partner closely with Production and Maintenance teams to plan, schedule, and track all preventative and planned maintenance activities while maintaining accurate records that support data driven decisions and continuous improvement. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on organization, enjoys solving problems before they happen, and takes pride in keeping operations running at their best.
SCHEDULE: Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm
PRINCIPAL ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop plans for all maintenance activities, including maintenance of Maximo and PM System data and reporting.
- Analyzing data for use in maintenance planning and scheduling; maintaining and developing Best Practices for preventive maintenance.
- Ensuring a continuing review of P.M. work orders as they relate to equipment history; making recommended modifications to optimize equipment reliability and maintenance labor utilization; Learning universal maintenance standards to develop reasonable expectancies for the time to complete maintenance tasks.
- Identify and label all new equipment in keeping with company standards and keeping records current; use Key Performance Indicators to provide fact-based feedback to the Manager.
- Plan maintenance work with regard to level of skill and safety training required to complete task; review SAP/Maximo data from other locations with similar equipment and report findings and recommendations.
- Administering maintenance shift scheduling, work order backlog, and recommended planning for scheduled downtime work, including scheduling availability of parts; Interfacing with engineering, local management, Operations Support, and various other corporate departments as necessary (and outside entities when working on special projects).
- Interface with Operations Support concerning appropriate reports to develop, track and report to management.
- Develop a Time-phased plan of activities.
- The time-phased plan indicates what is to be done, when, by whom, and with what equipment.
- Proper Scheduling achieves multiple objectives: high efficiency, low inventory, and excellent customer service.
- The setting of order and time for planned events.
- Taking decisions regarding the allocation of available capacity or resources (equipment, labor and space) to jobs, activities and tasks over time.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- College degree or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of experience.
- Specialized training or education (post-high school) in maintenance.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
- Work environment includes, but is not limited to, a normal office environment and construction site as well as climate extremes found in a poultry processing operation and a wastewater treatment facility.
- This position requires an associate to have the ability to move throughout the complex and all facilities.
- This position requires an associate to be able to be exposed to all chemicals found in a poultry processing operation and a wastewater treatment facility.
- This associate must wear and/or use protective safety equipment required for the job and for various locations.
- This associate must be able to travel to remote facilities and/or offices for meetings.
Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Planner
Verify your degree field matches the role
Planner titles cover urban, logistics, supply chain, and financial planning. USCIS evaluates whether your specific degree field directly relates to the job duties. A civil engineering degree supports a transportation planner role; a business degree may not.
Look up prevailing wages before applying
Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the Level I through Level IV wage for your planner SOC code in your target metro. Employers must certify they'll meet prevailing wage on the LCA, so knowing the threshold helps you evaluate offers realistically.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers who have filed LCAs for planner roles in your target city. Employers with recent filing history have already navigated DOL certification for this occupation, which reduces friction in your sponsorship conversation.
Prioritize government contractors and infrastructure firms
Federal contractors working on transportation, defense, or infrastructure projects regularly sponsor H-1B planners because the roles require specialized degrees and security-related continuity. These employers often file outside peak seasons, which can mean faster LCA processing.
Request cap-exempt filing if a university or nonprofit is hiring
If a research university, nonprofit urban planning organization, or government entity extends you an offer, that employer may qualify as cap-exempt. Cap-exempt H-1B petitions aren't subject to the annual 85,000-slot limit and can be filed at any time of year.
Start the H-1B filing timeline conversation early
H-1B registration opens in March for an October 1 start date. If you're interviewing in summer or fall, clarify with the employer whether they'll sponsor in the next registration cycle. A 12-month planning horizon prevents gaps in your work authorization.
H-1B Visa Planner: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Planner role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It depends on the specific planner title and whether the employer requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Urban planners, financial planners, and logistics planners typically qualify when the job posting specifies a degree in urban planning, finance, supply chain, or a closely related discipline. Roles where any general business degree suffices are harder to qualify. Reviewing the O*NET profile for your specific SOC code helps confirm the educational requirements USCIS expects.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most consistently for Planner positions?
Government contractors, transportation agencies, engineering and environmental consulting firms, and large logistics and supply chain operations sponsor H-1B planners with regularity. Municipal and county government entities can also sponsor but may file as cap-exempt if they qualify. Financial planning roles at banks and wealth management firms are another consistent source of LCA filings for planner-titled positions. Browse Migrate Mate to filter active sponsoring employers by planner role and location.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect Planner job offers?
Your employer must pay you at least the prevailing wage for your planner occupation and work location, as determined by DOL wage data. Prevailing wages are tiered from Level I (entry-level) to Level IV (fully competent). If an offer comes in below the prevailing wage for your level, the employer cannot certify the LCA, which blocks the H-1B petition. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the applicable wage before accepting an offer.
Can I switch Planner jobs on an H-1B without losing my status?
Yes, but the new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before your start date with them. Under portability rules established by AC21, you can begin working for the new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed, provided your current H-1B has been approved for at least 180 days and the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. Confirm the new role's SOC code aligns with your original petition to avoid complications.
What documents should I prepare before asking an employer to sponsor my H-1B for a Planner role?
Prepare your official degree transcripts and diploma, a credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S., any professional licenses relevant to the planner specialty, and a detailed description of your job duties aligned to the H-1B specialty occupation standard. USCIS may issue a Request for Evidence if the degree-to-job match is not immediately clear, so having documentation ready that connects your coursework to your planner responsibilities speeds up the process.