H-1B Visa Process Improvement Manager Jobs
Process Improvement Manager roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in industrial engineering, business, or a related field. Employers in manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, and consulting sponsor H-1B holders in this role, with the two-year cap-exempt path available at qualifying nonprofits and universities.
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Manage the development and implementation of processes, systems, and infrastructure to ensure a high quality and timeliness of operations in areas such as account services, international securities, transaction processing, or loan support/credit approval. Manage several departments of a processing unit or the entire unit.
Provide leadership and oversight of operational products, technologies, and processes, including strategic roadmap development, system enhancements, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Job Description
This hybrid-friendly position offers the flexibility of remote work combined with the benefits of in-person collaboration, requiring three days per week in-office at our St. Petersburg, FL corporate headquarters.
Responsibilities
- Manage a significant operational area for the organization.
- Manage short- and medium-term service operations for several departments or units.
- Oversee the Smart Forms and PDF Forms teams, including the management of associated technologies, product roadmaps, system enhancements, and ongoing operational support.
- Establish and manage product and technology roadmaps, partnering with business units, IT, and vendors to prioritize enhancements, address system challenges, and support evolving business needs.
- Develop and/or deliver a plan for significant aspects of internal communications with guidance from senior colleagues.
- Identify and communicate the actions needed to implement the function's strategy and business plan within the business area or department; explain the relationship to the broader organization's mission, vision, and values; motivate people to commit to these tenets and do extraordinary things to achieve local business goals.
- Identify opportunities to improve operational processes through technology, automation, and standardization, while ensuring solutions align with business objectives and operational needs.
- Manage and report on performance within the department or area of responsibility; set appropriate performance objectives for direct reports and hold individuals accountable for achieving them; take appropriate corrective action where necessary to ensure the achievement of annual business objectives.
Skills
- Operates as a recognized expert to express ideas, request actions, formulate plans, & policies by means of clear and effective verbal communications. Typically known as a subject matter authority.
- Operates as a recognized expert to deliver required services to clients to the required standards. Typically known as a subject matter authority.
- Works at an advanced level to orient work in a workflow to plan, organize, and execute the steps it takes to achieve higher efficiencies. Typically works independently and provides guidance.
- Works at an advanced level to review and evaluate recommendations and requirements and to develop appropriate plans or deliver actions required. Typically works independently and provides guidance.
- Demonstrates advanced knowledge of product management, technology roadmaps, and operational process improvement, with the ability to translate business needs into actionable priorities.
- Builds effective partnerships across business units, technology teams, and external vendors to manage priorities, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement.
Licenses/Certifications
- SIE required or ability to obtain within 120 days (as required by FINRA), provided that an exemption or grandfathering cannot be applied.
- Series 99 required, or ability to obtain within 120 days (as required by FINRA). Persons holding Series 6, 7, 17, 37 or 38 or those who hold principal-level registrations: Series 4, 9/10, 14, 16, 23, 24, 26, 27, 28, 51, and 53 would be qualified to register as an Operations Professional (Series 99) without passing the examination.
Education
Bachelor’s - Completed: Accounting, Bachelor’s - Completed: Business Administration, Bachelor’s - Completed: Finance, High School (HS) - Completed (Required)
Work Experience
General Experience – 10 to 15 years, Manager Experience - 6 to 10 years
Certifications
s99 - Operations Professional Examination - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), Securities Industry Essentials Exam (SIE) - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)
Travel
Less than 25%
Workstyle
Hybrid
The total compensation for this position includes base salary or wages, and may include components such as additional compensation (cash or equity), discretionary bonuses, or commissions. This position is eligible for a benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision; life insurance; critical illness insurance and accident insurance; disability benefits; retirement savings; paid time off (including vacation, holidays, and sick leave); and parental leave. Eligibility for benefits and specific offerings may vary based on position and employment status. To view more details of the benefits offered, visit Myrjbenefits.com.
At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view.
We expect our associates at all levels to:
- Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same
- Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes
- Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind
- Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter
- Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm
At Raymond James – as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.
Job Description Summary
Manage the development and implementation of processes, systems, and infrastructure to ensure a high quality and timeliness of operations in areas such as account services, international securities, transaction processing, or loan support/credit approval. Manage several departments of a processing unit or the entire unit.
Provide leadership and oversight of operational products, technologies, and processes, including strategic roadmap development, system enhancements, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Job Description
This hybrid-friendly position offers the flexibility of remote work combined with the benefits of in-person collaboration, requiring three days per week in-office at our St. Petersburg, FL corporate headquarters.
Responsibilities
- Manage a significant operational area for the organization.
- Manage short- and medium-term service operations for several departments or units.
- Oversee the Smart Forms and PDF Forms teams, including the management of associated technologies, product roadmaps, system enhancements, and ongoing operational support.
- Establish and manage product and technology roadmaps, partnering with business units, IT, and vendors to prioritize enhancements, address system challenges, and support evolving business needs.
- Develop and/or deliver a plan for significant aspects of internal communications with guidance from senior colleagues.
- Identify and communicate the actions needed to implement the function's strategy and business plan within the business area or department; explain the relationship to the broader organization's mission, vision, and values; motivate people to commit to these tenets and do extraordinary things to achieve local business goals.
- Identify opportunities to improve operational processes through technology, automation, and standardization, while ensuring solutions align with business objectives and operational needs.
- Manage and report on performance within the department or area of responsibility; set appropriate performance objectives for direct reports and hold individuals accountable for achieving them; take appropriate corrective action where necessary to ensure the achievement of annual business objectives.
Skills
- Operates as a recognized expert to express ideas, request actions, formulate plans, & policies by means of clear and effective verbal communications. Typically known as a subject matter authority.
- Operates as a recognized expert to deliver required services to clients to the required standards. Typically known as a subject matter authority.
- Works at an advanced level to orient work in a workflow to plan, organize, and execute the steps it takes to achieve higher efficiencies. Typically works independently and provides guidance.
- Works at an advanced level to review and evaluate recommendations and requirements and to develop appropriate plans or deliver actions required. Typically works independently and provides guidance.
- Demonstrates advanced knowledge of product management, technology roadmaps, and operational process improvement, with the ability to translate business needs into actionable priorities.
- Builds effective partnerships across business units, technology teams, and external vendors to manage priorities, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement.
Licenses/Certifications
- SIE required or ability to obtain within 120 days (as required by FINRA), provided that an exemption or grandfathering cannot be applied.
- Series 99 required, or ability to obtain within 120 days (as required by FINRA). Persons holding Series 6, 7, 17, 37 or 38 or those who hold principal-level registrations: Series 4, 9/10, 14, 16, 23, 24, 26, 27, 28, 51, and 53 would be qualified to register as an Operations Professional (Series 99) without passing the examination.
Education
Bachelor’s - Completed: Accounting, Bachelor’s - Completed: Business Administration, Bachelor’s - Completed: Finance, High School (HS) - Completed (Required)
Work Experience
General Experience – 10 to 15 years, Manager Experience - 6 to 10 years
Certifications
s99 - Operations Professional Examination - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), Securities Industry Essentials Exam (SIE) - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)
Travel
Less than 25%
Workstyle
Hybrid
The total compensation for this position includes base salary or wages, and may include components such as additional compensation (cash or equity), discretionary bonuses, or commissions. This position is eligible for a benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision; life insurance; critical illness insurance and accident insurance; disability benefits; retirement savings; paid time off (including vacation, holidays, and sick leave); and parental leave. Eligibility for benefits and specific offerings may vary based on position and employment status. To view more details of the benefits offered, visit Myrjbenefits.com.
At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view.
We expect our associates at all levels to:
- Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same
- Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes
- Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind
- Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter
- Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm
At Raymond James – as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Process Improvement Manager
Align your degree to the SOC code
USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree field directly relates to process improvement work. A degree in industrial engineering, operations management, or systems engineering strengthens your petition far more than a general business degree alone.
Search LCA filings by occupation on Migrate Mate
Filter DOL Labor Condition Application data by the Management Analysts or Industrial Engineers SOC codes on Migrate Mate to see which employers have active H-1B filing history for process improvement roles before you apply.
Target manufacturers enrolled in E-Verify
Large manufacturers and contract manufacturers are required to use E-Verify and file H-1B petitions routinely for process engineering roles. Their HR teams already understand the LCA prevailing wage and filing timeline, which speeds your offer-to-filing cycle.
Verify your prevailing wage level early
Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the Level I through Level IV prevailing wage for your target metro area before negotiating an offer. A wage below the certified level invalidates the LCA, so confirm your offer clears it before you accept.
Document lean and Six Sigma credentials formally
USCIS petitions for this role benefit from external credentials like Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification or a PMP. These credentials corroborate the specialty occupation argument and reduce the chance of a Request for Evidence on your qualifications.
Ask employers about cap-gap coverage in writing
If you're transitioning from F-1 OPT, cap-gap extends your work authorization through September 30 if your H-1B petition is filed on time. Get written confirmation from HR that your petition will be filed before your OPT end date.
H-1B Visa Process Improvement Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Process Improvement Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the employer's job description requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as industrial engineering, operations management, or supply chain. USCIS evaluates the degree requirement against the actual duties, so a posting that accepts any degree or substitutes years of experience without a degree floor is harder to support. The O*NET profile for Management Analysts documents the typical education requirement, which can anchor the specialty occupation argument.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for this role?
Manufacturing, healthcare systems, financial services, and logistics companies file H-1B petitions for process improvement roles with the highest frequency. Consulting firms that embed staff at client sites also sponsor this title regularly. You can identify employers with active filing history for these roles by reviewing DOL LCA disclosure data on Migrate Mate before targeting your applications.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer eliminates the role during a restructuring?
Your H-1B status is tied to the employer and the specific role approved in the petition. If the position is eliminated, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer, have that employer file an H-1B transfer petition, or depart the country. The new employer can file a transfer petition and you can begin working once it is received by USCIS, without waiting for approval.
Can my employer transfer my H-1B if I move from a plant role to a corporate headquarters role?
A material change in duties, worksite location, or job title requires an amended H-1B petition, not a full transfer. If you move from a facility-based continuous improvement role to a corporate strategy role with different responsibilities, your employer must file an amended I-129 with a new LCA reflecting the updated worksite and wage level. Failing to amend when duties change materially is a compliance violation.
How does the H-1B lottery affect my chances of sponsorship in this role?
Process Improvement Manager positions are cap-subject unless your employer is a university, nonprofit research institution, or government research organization, which are cap-exempt. For cap-subject employers, USCIS conducts a random lottery each April for the 65,000 regular cap slots and 20,000 U.S. master's degree exemption slots. If you hold a U.S. master's degree or higher, you're entered in both pools, which increases your selection probability.