H-1B Visa Production Control Specialist Jobs
H-1B visa jobs for Production Control Specialist roles sit within the manufacturing operations and supply chain space, where employers must file a certified Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS. Status is granted for up to three years and extendable to six, covering full-time production scheduling and inventory coordination duties.
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This position is responsible for the analyzing, planning, and reviewing of the production schedule and monitoring of material movement in production cycle to ensure continuous operations, as well as inventory control and accuracy.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Schedule and coordinate production activities based on customer orders
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Process all transactions in company systems in an accurate and timely manner
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Plans, reviews, releases, and stages material to shop order to maintain inventory accuracy
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Maintains and monitors information cross-functionally department to better understand competitive lead times for scheduled items
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Develop a working knowledge of the company's products and processes to ensure optimal production schedule stability, order creation, etc.
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Locate, solve, and correct problems within the department and communicate changes cross-functionally
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Expedite or remove orders as necessary
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Cross-functionally communicates upcoming schedule obstacles, availability, and constraints, along with possible solutions
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Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
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High school diploma or equivalent required
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Familiar with current technology concepts, practices, and procedures
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Experience with ERP systems, preferably Dynamics 365
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1-3 years of Production control experience (Manufacturing/Automotive/Aerospace)
LANGUAGE SKILLS
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Able to communicate effectively with non-technical staff and with members of interdisciplinary teams.
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Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
REASONING ABILITY
- Excellent analytical, problem solving, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills.
COMPUTER SKILLS
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Flexible and adaptable regarding learning and understanding new technologies.
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Intermediate MS Office Skills
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Medium work – Lifting up to 50 pounds, and/or up to 20 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of constantly to move objects. Moving over 50 pounds requires a lifting device or team lift.
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Stand / Sit
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Walk
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Use hands/fingers
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Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
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Talk/hear
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See
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Push/pull/reach
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Repetitive motion
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee works in the office of a manufacturing plant environment with normal exposure to noise, dust, and hazards associated with working in a high traffic, heavy machinery, manufacturing plant. Typical work hours are Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM (may vary by area in department). Job requires overtime. Work hours may change at Management's discretion with prior notice.
Position Summary
This position is responsible for the analyzing, planning, and reviewing of the production schedule and monitoring of material movement in production cycle to ensure continuous operations, as well as inventory control and accuracy.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
-
Schedule and coordinate production activities based on customer orders
-
Process all transactions in company systems in an accurate and timely manner
-
Plans, reviews, releases, and stages material to shop order to maintain inventory accuracy
-
Maintains and monitors information cross-functionally department to better understand competitive lead times for scheduled items
-
Develop a working knowledge of the company's products and processes to ensure optimal production schedule stability, order creation, etc.
-
Locate, solve, and correct problems within the department and communicate changes cross-functionally
-
Expedite or remove orders as necessary
-
Cross-functionally communicates upcoming schedule obstacles, availability, and constraints, along with possible solutions
-
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
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High school diploma or equivalent required
-
Familiar with current technology concepts, practices, and procedures
-
Experience with ERP systems, preferably Dynamics 365
-
1-3 years of Production control experience (Manufacturing/Automotive/Aerospace)
LANGUAGE SKILLS
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Able to communicate effectively with non-technical staff and with members of interdisciplinary teams.
-
Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
REASONING ABILITY
- Excellent analytical, problem solving, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills.
COMPUTER SKILLS
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Flexible and adaptable regarding learning and understanding new technologies.
-
Intermediate MS Office Skills
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Medium work – Lifting up to 50 pounds, and/or up to 20 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of constantly to move objects. Moving over 50 pounds requires a lifting device or team lift.
-
Stand / Sit
-
Walk
-
Use hands/fingers
-
Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
-
Talk/hear
-
See
-
Push/pull/reach
-
Repetitive motion
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee works in the office of a manufacturing plant environment with normal exposure to noise, dust, and hazards associated with working in a high traffic, heavy machinery, manufacturing plant. Typical work hours are Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM (may vary by area in department). Job requires overtime. Work hours may change at Management's discretion with prior notice.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Production Control Specialist
Align your degree to production duties
USCIS evaluates whether your role qualifies as a specialty occupation by confirming your bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, operations management, or supply chain directly supports your production control responsibilities. Document the technical degree requirement in your offer letter explicitly.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting offers
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location before negotiations. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the applicable level for each specific worksite.
Target manufacturers with multi-site LCA experience
Production control roles often involve multiple facilities. Find employers who already manage certified LCAs across several worksites using Migrate Mate, which surfaces verified H-1B visa filing history by role and location so you can prioritize sponsors with this track record.
Review O*NET before your specialty occupation interview
O*NET lists the core tasks and knowledge requirements for production scheduling occupations. Matching your resume language to those descriptors strengthens your employer's specialty occupation justification in the I-129 petition and reduces the chance of a Request for Evidence.
Account for LCA certification lead time in your start date
DOL must certify your LCA before USCIS can accept the I-129 petition. Build at least two weeks of LCA processing time into your negotiated start date to avoid gaps, especially if you're transitioning from OPT or another employer's H-1B.
Confirm each new worksite triggers a fresh LCA
If your production control role requires you to work at a facility not listed on your current certified LCA, your employer must file and receive certification for a new LCA covering that location before you begin work there, even temporarily.
H-1B Visa Production Control Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Production Control Specialist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It depends on how the position is structured. Production control roles built around industrial engineering, operations research, or supply chain management, where a bachelor's degree in a directly related field is a genuine requirement, can qualify as specialty occupations. Roles framed primarily around clerical scheduling or manual floor supervision without degree-level analytical duties typically do not. USCIS evaluates the actual job duties and the employer's hiring practices, not just the job title.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most actively for Production Control Specialists?
Aerospace and defense manufacturing, semiconductor fabrication, automotive assembly, and medical device production are the industries where H-1B sponsorship for production control roles appears most consistently in DOL disclosure data. These sectors routinely require degree-level skills in materials planning, MRP systems, and regulatory compliance. You can browse verified sponsors by industry and location on Migrate Mate.
Can my employer use a single LCA if I work across multiple production facilities?
No. Each worksite where you perform H-1B work requires its own certified Labor Condition Application listing that specific location. If your production control duties take you to a facility not covered by your current LCA, your employer must obtain a new certified LCA for that site before you begin working there. Short-term placements have narrow exceptions, but regular multi-site assignments require separate LCA coverage.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer closes or relocates the production facility?
If your employer closes the facility or eliminates your position, your H-1B status is tied to that employer and that certified LCA. You have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer and have a transfer petition filed with USCIS. If the facility relocates to a new address, your employer must file an amended LCA and potentially an amended I-129 before you begin working at the new location.
How long does H-1B sponsorship for a Production Control Specialist role last?
USCIS grants initial H-1B status for up to three years, which your employer can extend for another three years, reaching a six-year maximum under standard rules. Extensions beyond six years are possible if your employer has filed a PERM labor certification or an I-140 immigrant petition on your behalf and certain conditions under AC21 portability rules are met. Your employer's immigration counsel handles the extension filings.