H-1B Visa Production Planner Jobs
Production Planner jobs at H-1B visa sponsoring employers sit at the intersection of supply chain operations and analytical decision-making, roles that typically require a bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, operations management, or a closely related field. Employers file a Labor Condition Application and I-129 petition to bring qualified international planners on board for an initial three-year period.
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Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of
Build your career with integrity by working at a company that doesn’t just treat you like a number. You’ll get the tools to do things right in a clean and safe work environment and the trust to fix any issue that comes your way. Our on-the-job training and team of experts mean you’ll be set up for success.
Take charge of our day-to-day operations, so we remain the trusted source for aviation repair and maintenance. Work with your team to implement the right processes and practices across our organization to help ensure flight and product efficiency.
As a Production Planner you will translate customer orders into a work schedule involving several sequential operations. Controls various production factors to ensure balanced and leveled loads; appropriate utilization of available capacity (labor, tools and equipment); and bottleneck management, allowing for a controlled flow of approved materiel to meet delivery requirements.
What you'll do:
- Analyzes production specifications to determine process flows/routings, labor and material requirements.
- Plans and schedules workflow according to previously established sequences and lead times.
- Coordinates, monitors and expedites the movement of parts, supplies and materiel within and between cells/business units to ensure that supplies, materiel and products are shipped and received on schedule.
- Revises and reschedules production to compensate for rush order priorities, material shortages, Vendors' failure to deliver and/or customer priority changes.
- Expedites operations that delay schedules and alters schedules to meet unforeseen conditions.
- Coordinates back-ordered parts list to expedite and secure shipping dates.
- Acts as a liaison between production, purchasing, shipping, receiving and management to procure materiel and ensure a smooth flow of production.
- Advises management of the status of work in progress, materiel availability and routine production problems to ensure that personnel, equipment, materiel and services are provided as needed.
- Prepares and maintains various reports on the progress of work, material used, rates of production and other production information, using manual or computerized systems.
- Performs material handling functions.
- Identifies and initiates improvements to production process flows.
- Responsible for observing all applicable safety requirements and reporting immediately any unsafe practices/conditions.
- Carries out special projects as assigned.
What you'll Need:
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Good planning, organizational, analytical, decision making, interpersonal, negotiation, oral and written communication skills.
- Thorough knowledge of production management computer systems.
- Engine product familiarization and flow.
- Working knowledge of PC's in the current company operating system environment.
- Experience in production planning and scheduling.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Preferred Characteristics:
Engine product familiarization and flow.
Benefits that make life better:
- Comprehensive Healthcare
- 401(k) with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
- Paid Time Off starting on day one
- Bonus opportunities
- Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Life & AD&D Insurance
BIZAV
LI-GH1
PRODUCTION PLANNER (TELSTAR)
Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of
Build your career with integrity by working at a company that doesn’t just treat you like a number. You’ll get the tools to do things right in a clean and safe work environment and the trust to fix any issue that comes your way. Our on-the-job training and team of experts mean you’ll be set up for success.
Take charge of our day-to-day operations, so we remain the trusted source for aviation repair and maintenance. Work with your team to implement the right processes and practices across our organization to help ensure flight and product efficiency.
As a Production Planner you will translate customer orders into a work schedule involving several sequential operations. Controls various production factors to ensure balanced and leveled loads; appropriate utilization of available capacity (labor, tools and equipment); and bottleneck management, allowing for a controlled flow of approved materiel to meet delivery requirements.
What you'll do:
- Analyzes production specifications to determine process flows/routings, labor and material requirements.
- Plans and schedules workflow according to previously established sequences and lead times.
- Coordinates, monitors and expedites the movement of parts, supplies and materiel within and between cells/business units to ensure that supplies, materiel and products are shipped and received on schedule.
- Revises and reschedules production to compensate for rush order priorities, material shortages, Vendors' failure to deliver and/or customer priority changes.
- Expedites operations that delay schedules and alters schedules to meet unforeseen conditions.
- Coordinates back-ordered parts list to expedite and secure shipping dates.
- Acts as a liaison between production, purchasing, shipping, receiving and management to procure materiel and ensure a smooth flow of production.
- Advises management of the status of work in progress, materiel availability and routine production problems to ensure that personnel, equipment, materiel and services are provided as needed.
- Prepares and maintains various reports on the progress of work, material used, rates of production and other production information, using manual or computerized systems.
- Performs material handling functions.
- Identifies and initiates improvements to production process flows.
- Responsible for observing all applicable safety requirements and reporting immediately any unsafe practices/conditions.
- Carries out special projects as assigned.
What you'll Need:
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Good planning, organizational, analytical, decision making, interpersonal, negotiation, oral and written communication skills.
- Thorough knowledge of production management computer systems.
- Engine product familiarization and flow.
- Working knowledge of PC's in the current company operating system environment.
- Experience in production planning and scheduling.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Preferred Characteristics:
Engine product familiarization and flow.
Benefits that make life better:
- Comprehensive Healthcare
- 401(k) with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
- Paid Time Off starting on day one
- Bonus opportunities
- Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Life & AD&D Insurance
BIZAV
LI-GH1
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Production Planner
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
Your H-1B petition succeeds when USCIS sees a direct connection between your degree field and Production Planner duties. Industrial engineering, supply chain management, or operations research degrees map cleanly. If your degree is in a related but adjacent field, document coursework that covers capacity planning, MRP systems, or inventory optimization.
Look up prevailing wages before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing rate for your specific location and SOC code. Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the Level I through Level IV wage tiers for Production Planner roles in your target city before any offer conversation.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate
Search Production Planner roles on Migrate Mate, which lists employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for this occupation. That filing record tells you the company has already navigated the sponsorship process, reducing the risk of an employer who agrees in principle but stalls on paperwork.
Verify multi-site roles require separate LCAs
If your Production Planner role covers multiple manufacturing facilities or distribution centers, confirm each worksite has its own certified LCA before accepting an offer. Employers sometimes overlook this requirement, and working at an unlisted site puts your H-1B status at risk.
Review the O*NET profile before your interview
O*NET lists the core tasks, tools, and knowledge areas tied to Production Planner roles under SOC code 13-1023. Aligning your resume and interview answers to those descriptors strengthens the specialty occupation argument and shows hiring managers you understand the full scope of the role.
Time your application around cap-gap if on OPT
If you're transitioning from F-1 OPT, your employer must file your I-129 petition before your EAD expires to trigger cap-gap protection. Production Planner roles in manufacturing operate on tight project calendars, so confirm your employer's HR team understands the filing deadline relative to your OPT end date.
H-1B Visa Production Planner: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Production Planner role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, Production Planner roles typically qualify when the employer requires at least a bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, supply chain management, operations research, or a directly related field. The position must involve complex analytical duties such as capacity planning, materials requirements planning, or production scheduling that genuinely require that degree-level knowledge. USCIS evaluates the specific job description, so employers should document the degree requirement clearly in the petition.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas for Production Planners most often?
Aerospace and defense manufacturers, automotive suppliers, semiconductor fabricators, and large consumer goods companies file LCAs for Production Planner roles most consistently. These industries run high-volume, multi-shift operations where quantitative planning skills tied to a degree are a genuine operational requirement. Browse verified sponsors on Migrate Mate to identify active employers by industry and location.
How long does H-1B status last for a Production Planner?
USCIS grants H-1B status for an initial period of up to three years, which your employer can extend to a six-year maximum. Beyond six years, further extensions are available if your employer has filed an I-140 immigrant petition and certain green card backlog conditions are met. Each extension requires a new I-129 petition and a certified LCA reflecting the current worksite and wage.
What happens if my Production Planner role moves to a different facility?
Each worksite where you perform H-1B duties must be listed on a certified LCA. If your employer reassigns you to a facility not covered by your existing LCA, they must file and certify a new LCA for that location before you begin working there. Failing to do so is a compliance violation that can affect your status and expose your employer to DOL audit liability.
Can my employer sponsor me for a green card while I'm on H-1B as a Production Planner?
Yes, H-1B allows dual intent, meaning you can hold the visa while your employer pursues permanent residence on your behalf. The typical path runs through PERM labor certification, an I-140 immigrant petition, and then adjustment of status or consular processing. Production Planner roles generally fall under the EB-3 skilled worker category, and your employer's HR or immigration counsel initiates the PERM process.