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Production Scheduler roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when tied to a bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, supply chain management, or a related field. Manufacturing, aerospace, and logistics employers file H-1B petitions for schedulers who coordinate production timelines, manage capacity, and optimize material flow across facilities.
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Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world.
Learn about our benefits designed for you to thrive at work and at home.
We boldly go.
WHERE IS THE WORK:
On-Site (5 days)
Position Summary:
The Production Scheduler is responsible for establishing, reviewing and maintaining the production schedule in alignment with the Master Production Schedule. Establishing the production plan will involve working closely with operations leaders, and others to coordinate manufacturing plans that achieve the company objectives relative to customer service, efficient resource/capacity utilization and inventory investment.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Establishes production priorities for customer demand consistent with master scheduling requirements, inventory objectives, and service level goals
- Reconciles order discrepancies
- Communicates with assembly; purchasing, and sales to ensure customer priorities are met
- Review and update changes to item attributes, routings, and other system parameters to correctly drive MRP
- Checks availability of all components and expedite buyers when necessary to meet customer requirements
- Develop and manage metrics for OTS, Productivity, Revenue, Past Due Backlog, and unit production
- Reschedule production plan based on material availability and manufacturing lead times
- Manages rejected and rework product planning
- Coordinates manufacturing activities and monitors schedule and production performance against plan
- Meet daily with the cross-functional team to resolve delayed shipments to customers, component shortages, overtime needs, and production and material issues
KEY COMPETENCIES AND SUCCESS FACTORS:
- Ability to effectively make complex decisions with limited time and information based off the plant’s current priorities
- Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple disciplines
- Strong interpersonal skills and independent problem resolution
- Strong ability to access data, analyze data, and manipulate data to assist in job function and decision making
- Working knowledge of ERP systems
- Maintain product knowledge in terms of options, substitutions, critical functions/components, etc.
- Must possess a strong customer service orientation and must provide dedicated support of internal and external customer requirements
- Has an understanding of order makeup and BOM Structure
- Must be a strong written and verbal communicator, able to communicate to various audiences effectively
QUALIFICATIONS
BS/BA degree in business or related field preferred. High school diploma required. Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment. Strong Excel Skills – An Excel test will be given during the interview. APICS Certification in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) preferred. Experience in operations, inventory management, MRP and lean manufacturing processes. Experience with visual management systems.
ANNUAL BASE SALARY RANGE OR HOURLY BASE PAY RANGE:
$28.00
COMPENSATION TYPE:
Hourly
INCENTIVE ELIGIBLE:
No
SALES COMMISSION ELIGIBLE:
No
DISCLAIMER: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.
THRIVE AT WORK AND AT HOME:
- Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
- Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
- Paid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
- 401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary by site as well as Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations.
SAFETY SENSITIVE ROLE:
Yes
The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.
LOCATION:
Columbia, South Carolina, United States of America
CATEGORY:
Global Integrated Supply Chain
JOB ID:
JR-17500
COMMERCIAL HVAC AMERICAS
INTRODUCTION
Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world.
Learn about our benefits designed for you to thrive at work and at home.
We boldly go.
WHERE IS THE WORK:
On-Site (5 days)
Position Summary:
The Production Scheduler is responsible for establishing, reviewing and maintaining the production schedule in alignment with the Master Production Schedule. Establishing the production plan will involve working closely with operations leaders, and others to coordinate manufacturing plans that achieve the company objectives relative to customer service, efficient resource/capacity utilization and inventory investment.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Establishes production priorities for customer demand consistent with master scheduling requirements, inventory objectives, and service level goals
- Reconciles order discrepancies
- Communicates with assembly; purchasing, and sales to ensure customer priorities are met
- Review and update changes to item attributes, routings, and other system parameters to correctly drive MRP
- Checks availability of all components and expedite buyers when necessary to meet customer requirements
- Develop and manage metrics for OTS, Productivity, Revenue, Past Due Backlog, and unit production
- Reschedule production plan based on material availability and manufacturing lead times
- Manages rejected and rework product planning
- Coordinates manufacturing activities and monitors schedule and production performance against plan
- Meet daily with the cross-functional team to resolve delayed shipments to customers, component shortages, overtime needs, and production and material issues
KEY COMPETENCIES AND SUCCESS FACTORS:
- Ability to effectively make complex decisions with limited time and information based off the plant’s current priorities
- Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple disciplines
- Strong interpersonal skills and independent problem resolution
- Strong ability to access data, analyze data, and manipulate data to assist in job function and decision making
- Working knowledge of ERP systems
- Maintain product knowledge in terms of options, substitutions, critical functions/components, etc.
- Must possess a strong customer service orientation and must provide dedicated support of internal and external customer requirements
- Has an understanding of order makeup and BOM Structure
- Must be a strong written and verbal communicator, able to communicate to various audiences effectively
QUALIFICATIONS
BS/BA degree in business or related field preferred. High school diploma required. Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment. Strong Excel Skills – An Excel test will be given during the interview. APICS Certification in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) preferred. Experience in operations, inventory management, MRP and lean manufacturing processes. Experience with visual management systems.
ANNUAL BASE SALARY RANGE OR HOURLY BASE PAY RANGE:
$28.00
COMPENSATION TYPE:
Hourly
INCENTIVE ELIGIBLE:
No
SALES COMMISSION ELIGIBLE:
No
DISCLAIMER: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.
THRIVE AT WORK AND AT HOME:
- Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
- Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
- Paid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
- 401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary by site as well as Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations.
SAFETY SENSITIVE ROLE:
Yes
The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.
LOCATION:
Columbia, South Carolina, United States of America
CATEGORY:
Global Integrated Supply Chain
JOB ID:
JR-17500
COMMERCIAL HVAC AMERICAS
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Production Scheduler
Verify your degree supports specialty occupation
USCIS requires your bachelor's degree to be in a field directly related to production scheduling. Industrial engineering, operations management, and supply chain degrees typically qualify. A general business degree may trigger a Request for Evidence, so confirm alignment before applying.
Search LCA filings by occupation code
Use the OFLC Wage Search to filter Labor Condition Applications under SOC code 13-1082 (Project Management Specialists, which covers many scheduling roles). This shows which manufacturers and aerospace firms actively file, so you target employers with a real sponsorship track record.
Find H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Production Scheduler openings by employers with verified H-1B filing history. That surfaces companies already comfortable with the sponsorship process, so you're not educating a hiring manager on what an LCA is mid-interview.
Clarify the prevailing wage tier during offers
DOL assigns Production Scheduler roles to wage levels 1 through 4 based on complexity and supervision. Before accepting an offer, confirm the employer's LCA wage level matches your actual responsibilities. A mismatch between your duties and a lower wage tier can complicate your petition.
Check if the employer is E-Verify enrolled
Some states require E-Verify enrollment for manufacturers with government contracts. An employer that isn't enrolled may face delays setting up compliance before filing your H-1B, which can compress your start-date timeline. Confirm E-Verify status during the offer stage, not after.
Review O*NET before your specialty occupation letter
Your employer's support letter must establish that production scheduling is a specialty occupation at their company. Pull the O*NET occupation profile for your SOC code and identify the degree requirements listed there. That language strengthens the employer's specialty occupation argument to USCIS.
H-1B Visa Production Scheduler: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Production Scheduler role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the role. USCIS evaluates whether the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field, not just any degree. A Production Scheduler tied to systems like ERP or MES, requiring industrial engineering or supply chain credentials, typically qualifies. A purely administrative scheduling role without degree requirements may not.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas for Production Schedulers most often?
Aerospace and defense manufacturers, automotive suppliers, pharmaceutical producers, and electronics contract manufacturers file H-1B petitions for Production Schedulers regularly because their scheduling roles involve complex capacity planning that ties directly to degree-level skills. You can identify active sponsors by filtering LCA disclosure data through the OFLC Wage Search or by browsing verified employers on Migrate Mate.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect Production Scheduler job seekers?
Most Production Scheduler positions at for-profit manufacturers are subject to the annual H-1B cap and lottery. USCIS accepts registrations each March for the following fiscal year starting October 1. If you aren't selected, you can reapply the following year or pursue roles at cap-exempt employers such as universities or nonprofit research institutions that sometimes employ scheduling staff.
What documents should I prepare before asking an employer to sponsor my H-1B?
Gather your academic transcripts and degree certificates, a credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S., and a detailed description of your prior production scheduling experience. Employers will need this to draft the specialty occupation support letter and to complete the Labor Condition Application with DOL before filing Form I-129 with USCIS.
Can I continue working as a Production Scheduler if my H-1B transfer is pending?
Yes, if you file a timely and non-frivolous H-1B transfer petition with a new employer before your current H-1B expires, portability under AC21 allows you to start the new role once USCIS receives the petition. You don't need to wait for approval. Your new job duties must be in the same or a closely related specialty occupation as your original petition.