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Product Support Specialist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as computer science, information systems, or engineering. Many employers with active H-1B filing history hire for this role, and the annual 85,000-slot cap means timing your job search around the April lottery window matters.
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INTRODUCTION
The Production Support Specialist serves as a technical and training resource for manufacturing employees. This role supports daily production operations by providing training, assisting with process-related questions, helping employees access necessary resources, and promoting adherence to standard work. To maintain product knowledge and remain closely connected to production operations, the Production Support Specialist will spend approximately 80% of their time building product and 20% of their time supporting training and technical activities. This balance ensures the specialist remains proficient in manufacturing processes while effectively supporting employee development and operational excellence.
The Production Support Specialist is not a supervisory position and does not perform employee management, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, scheduling, or work direction. The primary purpose of the role is to help employees perform their jobs safely, efficiently, and in compliance with established processes and quality requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work on the production floor and maintain proficiency in assigned manufacturing processes while meeting established productivity and efficiency expectations.
- Conduct training on work instructions, standard operating procedures, and manufacturing processes.
- Support onboarding and qualification of new employees.
- Assist employees in understanding product requirements, process standards, and quality expectations.
- Maintain training records and provide Supervisors all necessary items for any level changes.
- Assist in developing and updating training materials, job aids, and visual work instructions.
- Act as a resource for employees requiring clarification on processes, procedures, or work instructions.
- Assist employees in locating the tools, documentation, and resources needed to perform assigned tasks.
- Assist with implementation and communication of process changes.
- Support document control and ensure current documentation is available at point of use.
- Assist Supervisor in maintaining visual management systems and production boards (i.e. QRQC).
- Participate in Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
- Support implementation and sustainment of approved process improvements.
- Assist with production issue resolution through established escalation channels.
- Support the implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
- Support audit preparation and compliance activities.
- Regular, predictable attendance is required.
- Must be willing to work overtime as necessary.
- Additional work as necessary by the business.
Job Requirements
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts and tool sets as they relate to production processes and improvements.
- Thorough understanding of manufacturing technologies and processes.
- Quality systems and process compliance.
- High proficiency in reading drawings / blue prints / test specifications.
- Ability to carry out written and oral instructions.
- Knowledge and experience in the Microsoft Office suite.
- Ability to effectively train employees on product operations.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience in aerospace, industrial or regulated manufacturing environments.
- Experience delivering on-job-training.
- Understanding of diverse manufacturing processes such as winding and/or assembly.
- Ability to make intuitive leaps in technologies that present opportunities.
- Highly versatile, able to shift gears easily from problem solving manufacturing processes to transactional process.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- NONE
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Stationary 40% / Mobility 60%
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
20% office or computer work / 80% working production Line
But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)
This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic data or other legally protected status.
Safran Electrical and Power is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. To verify the information in the job listing or if you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call: 941-210-8648. We will decide on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
COMPANY INFORMATION
Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.
Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's "World's Best Companies 2025" ranking.
As the world leader in aeronautical electrical systems, Safran Electrical & Power is a key player in the electrification of aircraft equipment and electric and hybrid propulsion. With expertise across the onboard energy chain, the company designs and delivers innovative, optimized and modular architectures and solutions.
LOCATION
Location: Sarasota, Florida, United States
Contract type: Permanent
Contract duration: Full-time
Required degree: High School Diploma/GED Equivalent
Required experience: More than 3 years
Professional status: Technician
Salary range: N/A
ITAR: ITAR Controlled position
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Product Support Specialist
Align your degree to the role
H-1B approval for Product Support Specialist positions hinges on USCIS confirming specialty occupation status. Pull the O*NET profile for this role and match your degree field to the listed education requirements before applying.
Target employers with verified LCA history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Product Support Specialist openings by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for this role, so you're not spending time on companies that have never navigated H-1B sponsorship.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage meeting DOL's prevailing wage for your work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search using the relevant Standard Occupational Classification code before you enter salary discussions.
Register before the March lottery deadline
USCIS opens H-1B registration in early March each year for petitions starting October 1. If you're on F-1 OPT, confirm your OPT end date leaves enough cap-gap coverage to bridge any gap between registration and your H-1B start date.
Document support work as specialty occupation
Product support roles sometimes draw Requests for Evidence because USCIS questions whether the work requires a degree. Gather evidence showing your role involves technical architecture decisions, integration troubleshooting, or software configuration work, not just ticket routing.
Clarify remote work location in the LCA
If you work remotely across multiple states, your employer must file a separate LCA covering each worksite location. Confirm this with HR before your petition is filed, since a mismatched work location is a common compliance issue.
H-1B Visa Product Support Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Product Support Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the role is defined. USCIS evaluates whether the position normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field. A Product Support Specialist role tied to enterprise software, APIs, or technical integrations is more likely to qualify than a general helpdesk position. Your employer's job description and your degree field both need to align with the specialty occupation definition.
How do I find Product Support Specialist employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate surfaces Product Support Specialist openings filtered by employers with documented H-1B Labor Condition Application filing history, so you can focus on companies that have actually sponsored this role before. Checking LCA filing history is more reliable than asking recruiters directly, since many employers only clarify sponsorship willingness late in the process.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Product Support Specialist role changes significantly?
A material change in job duties, work location, or employer requires an amended H-1B petition filed with USCIS before the change takes effect. If your support role expands into a different function, such as moving from product support into solutions engineering, your employer needs to assess whether the original petition still accurately describes your work and file an amendment if it doesn't.
Can my employer transfer my H-1B to a Product Support Specialist position if I was originally sponsored in a different role?
Yes. An H-1B transfer, formally called a portability filing, lets you change employers without waiting for a new cap slot, provided you've been in valid H-1B status and your new employer files a petition before your current status expires. The new petition must describe the Product Support Specialist duties and meet specialty occupation requirements independently of your prior petition.
What documentation should I collect before my employer files the H-1B petition for this role?
Gather your degree certificate and transcripts, any professional certifications relevant to your product area, and a detailed description of your day-to-day technical duties. If your degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member evaluator. USCIS may also request evidence showing the role requires your specific degree field, not just any bachelor's degree.