H-1B Visa Press Operator Jobs
Press Operator jobs at H-1B visa sponsoring employers require the position to be structured around degree-level technical duties. Employers filing an LCA must certify prevailing wages by worksite, and your H-1B status is granted in three-year increments up to a six-year maximum. Selection rules have changed recently, so check USCIS for current cap guidance.
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Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Job Description
Overview
Hobby Lobby Manufacturing is seeking a Digital Press Operator to join our Hobby Lobby Print Shop Team. In this role, you will set up, operate, and maintain digital printing presses. Responsibilities include loading materials, calibrating equipment, monitoring print quality, troubleshooting production issues, and performing routine maintenance. Previous printing experience is required.
- The schedule is Monday thru Friday starting at 7:00AM.
- Starting full-time wage is $21.00 per hour.
- Located at the company’s only Manufacturing facility within Oklahoma City.
- Physical effort will be required; this may include pushing, pulling, and lifting items 45lbs or more.
- This is a Safety Sensitive Position and is subject to pre-employment drug testing.
We’re looking for individuals who exhibit our attributes:
- Be committed
- Dependable and responsible
- A desire to serve others
- Be flexible
- Have integrity
- Positive and teachable
- Self-motivated
- A team player
Requirements
- Operate various Digital Presses and Finishing Equipment.
- Follow job ticket to determine print quantity, stock specifications, color management, special printing and finishing instructions.
- Perform proper cleaning and required maintenance of the digital presses.
- The ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Able to work in a team atmosphere and willing to support others.
- Can work around moving machinery with high noise levels.
- Commitment to follow all company policies and procedures.
- Good attendance is required.
Full-Time Benefits include:
- Competitive Wages
- Medical, Dental and Prescription Benefits
- 401(k) Program with Company Match
- Paid Vacation
- Sick / Personal Pay (SPP)
- Employee Discount
- Life Insurance and Long Term Disability Insurance (LTD)
- Flexible Spending Plan
- Holiday Pay
- Integris Clinic at Hobby Lobby and Pharmacy on Campus
- Chaplain Services on Campus
Safety Sensitive position - subject to pre-employment drug testing.
Hobby Lobby Stores, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For reasonable accommodation of disability during the hiring process call (800) 200-1494.
Job Title
Digital Press Operator
Address 1
7707 SW 44th Street
Zip Code
73179
Department
Manufacturing
Digital Press Operator
Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Job Description
Overview
Hobby Lobby Manufacturing is seeking a Digital Press Operator to join our Hobby Lobby Print Shop Team. In this role, you will set up, operate, and maintain digital printing presses. Responsibilities include loading materials, calibrating equipment, monitoring print quality, troubleshooting production issues, and performing routine maintenance. Previous printing experience is required.
- The schedule is Monday thru Friday starting at 7:00AM.
- Starting full-time wage is $21.00 per hour.
- Located at the company’s only Manufacturing facility within Oklahoma City.
- Physical effort will be required; this may include pushing, pulling, and lifting items 45lbs or more.
- This is a Safety Sensitive Position and is subject to pre-employment drug testing.
We’re looking for individuals who exhibit our attributes:
- Be committed
- Dependable and responsible
- A desire to serve others
- Be flexible
- Have integrity
- Positive and teachable
- Self-motivated
- A team player
Requirements
- Operate various Digital Presses and Finishing Equipment.
- Follow job ticket to determine print quantity, stock specifications, color management, special printing and finishing instructions.
- Perform proper cleaning and required maintenance of the digital presses.
- The ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Able to work in a team atmosphere and willing to support others.
- Can work around moving machinery with high noise levels.
- Commitment to follow all company policies and procedures.
- Good attendance is required.
Full-Time Benefits include:
- Competitive Wages
- Medical, Dental and Prescription Benefits
- 401(k) Program with Company Match
- Paid Vacation
- Sick / Personal Pay (SPP)
- Employee Discount
- Life Insurance and Long Term Disability Insurance (LTD)
- Flexible Spending Plan
- Holiday Pay
- Integris Clinic at Hobby Lobby and Pharmacy on Campus
- Chaplain Services on Campus
Safety Sensitive position - subject to pre-employment drug testing.
Hobby Lobby Stores, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For reasonable accommodation of disability during the hiring process call (800) 200-1494.
Job Title
Digital Press Operator
Address 1
7707 SW 44th Street
Zip Code
73179
Department
Manufacturing
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Press Operator
Build a degree-aligned technical portfolio
Press Operator roles don't automatically qualify as H-1B specialty occupations. Document how your position requires applied engineering or materials science knowledge at the bachelor's-degree level. A strong case shows USCIS the role demands theoretical and practical expertise beyond trade-level skills.
Look up prevailing wages before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the certified prevailing wage for Press Operators at the specific worksite zip code. Your employer's LCA must meet that figure, so knowing the number before salary discussions prevents underpayment issues that can delay or invalidate your petition.
Target manufacturers with active LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to identify printing and packaging manufacturers that have already filed certified LCAs for press or production roles. Employers with an established H-1B filing record understand the specialty occupation framing required for these positions, cutting your negotiation time significantly.
Confirm each worksite gets its own LCA
If your Press Operator role involves multiple production facilities, each worksite location requires a separately certified LCA before work begins there. Ask your employer's HR team to confirm this during the offer stage, not after you've already relocated or started on-site.
Get your credentials evaluated before you apply
Foreign technical diplomas or engineering degrees often need a credential evaluation to show equivalency to a U.S. bachelor's degree in a related field. Submit that evaluation alongside your resume so sponsoring employers can assess your specialty occupation eligibility without added back-and-forth.
Clarify the O*NET classification with your employer
The O*NET occupation profile for Press Operators lists the typical education as less than a bachelor's degree. Walk your employer through how your specific role incorporates degree-level duties so their attorney can accurately document the specialty occupation basis in the I-129 petition.
H-1B Visa Press Operator: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Press Operator role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Not automatically. The O*NET profile for Press Operators lists typical entry-level education below a bachelor's degree, so the role doesn't meet the specialty occupation threshold by default. Sponsoring employers must restructure the position around degree-level duties in areas like industrial engineering, materials science, or process chemistry and document that requirement thoroughly in the LCA and I-129 petition for USCIS review.
How do I find employers who sponsor H-1B visas for press and production roles?
Browse Migrate Mate to find printing, packaging, and manufacturing companies with verified H-1B LCA filing history for press and production positions. Focusing on employers that have already navigated the specialty occupation framing for these roles means you're targeting companies whose HR and legal teams understand what the documentation requires.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer changes production facilities?
Each new worksite requires a separately certified LCA filed with DOL before you begin working there. If your employer moves operations or assigns you to a different plant without filing a new LCA for that location, your H-1B authorization for that worksite is not valid. Confirm your employer's process for multi-site LCA compliance before accepting any relocation.
How long does H-1B status last for a Press Operator position?
H-1B status is initially granted for up to three years and can be extended to a maximum of six years. After six years, continued H-1B status requires a qualifying green card process to be underway under AC21 provisions. There's no automatic indefinite extension, so coordinate timing with your employer's immigration counsel well before your six-year cap approaches.
What wage does my employer need to pay to sponsor my H-1B as a Press Operator?
Your employer's LCA must certify that your compensation meets the prevailing wage for the specific occupational classification and worksite location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the applicable wage level before entering salary negotiations. Underpaying relative to the certified prevailing wage is a compliance violation that can jeopardize your petition and your employer's future filings.