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Production Specialist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as industrial engineering, manufacturing technology, or operations management. Employers in pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, and advanced manufacturing are among the most active H-1B filers for this occupation code.
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Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company’s innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. As a globally inclusive company, Eastman employs approximately 13,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2025 revenue of approximately $8.8 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA.
Responsibilities
Eastman's Manufacturing Information Services (MIS) team seeks an experienced, detail-oriented Production Resource Specialist to support production data integrity and the end-to-end flow of manufacturing information across SAP and LIMS. This role collaborates with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality/QA, Tech Staff and IT partners to enable on-time shipments, accurate inventory, month-end (EOM) closing and correct production documentation. The ideal candidate is highly organized, comfortable working with multiple stakeholders, skilled at troubleshooting system errors and able to prioritize urgent production requests.
Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
- Monitor accuracy of SAP production and make necessary corrections
- Work with Production Planner daily regarding schedule changes and updates
- Perform month-end (EOM) activities
- Perform yearly physical inventory counts and reconciliations for raw and finished goods
- Crosstrain on related MIS roles which may require rotation among various processes
- Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize production workflows and data quality
- Support commercialization and GMN creation; execute start-to-finish builds and manage associated forms. Handle emergency/urgent commercialization requests as needed
- Process SAP Master Data changes (e.g., material info changes, inspection plans, work centers, access updates) and coordinate approvals
- Monitor and clear daily SAP/LIMS errors
- Manage process order organization and communicate schedule or order changes to manufacturing and planning teams
- Print and verify batch packets and labels; ensure analytical results and release criteria are completed and accurate prior to shipment
- Conduct routine walkthroughs of manufacturing areas to assess raw material needs and manage special raw material requests from Technology and other partners
- Coordinate packaging supplies and complete packaging supplies adjustments at month end
- Support inventory allocations for customer-specific needs and weight/goods issue processing for shipments (truck/rail) as required
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required; relevant manufacturing or technical experience accepted in lieu of degree
- Microsoft Office proficiency, including Excel skills, highly preferred
- Strong hands-on SAP proficiency strongly preferred (process order, master data, material movements, security/roles, etc.)
- Experience with inventory management, production planning, manufacturing operations, or cost analysis preferred
- Familiarity with LIMS a plus
Desired Skills & Behaviors
- Willingness and desire to function in a team setting and exhibit behaviors that support overall company goals and objectives
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and a high sense of urgency; ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional partners (Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Tech/IT, Lab, Warehouse)
- Data accuracy under time-critical conditions (EOM)
- Continuous improvement mindset; actively participate in improvement projects and propose process/automation opportunities
- Adaptable
Eastman is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a highly engaged workforce, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.
Nearest Major Market: Asheville
Nearest Secondary Market: Knoxville
Job Segment: Industrial, Supply Chain, ERP, SAP, Warehouse, Manufacturing, Operations, Technology
Job Requisition ID: 57593
Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company’s innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. As a globally inclusive company, Eastman employs approximately 13,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2025 revenue of approximately $8.8 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA.
Responsibilities
Eastman's Manufacturing Information Services (MIS) team seeks an experienced, detail-oriented Production Resource Specialist to support production data integrity and the end-to-end flow of manufacturing information across SAP and LIMS. This role collaborates with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality/QA, Tech Staff and IT partners to enable on-time shipments, accurate inventory, month-end (EOM) closing and correct production documentation. The ideal candidate is highly organized, comfortable working with multiple stakeholders, skilled at troubleshooting system errors and able to prioritize urgent production requests.
Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
- Monitor accuracy of SAP production and make necessary corrections
- Work with Production Planner daily regarding schedule changes and updates
- Perform month-end (EOM) activities
- Perform yearly physical inventory counts and reconciliations for raw and finished goods
- Crosstrain on related MIS roles which may require rotation among various processes
- Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize production workflows and data quality
- Support commercialization and GMN creation; execute start-to-finish builds and manage associated forms. Handle emergency/urgent commercialization requests as needed
- Process SAP Master Data changes (e.g., material info changes, inspection plans, work centers, access updates) and coordinate approvals
- Monitor and clear daily SAP/LIMS errors
- Manage process order organization and communicate schedule or order changes to manufacturing and planning teams
- Print and verify batch packets and labels; ensure analytical results and release criteria are completed and accurate prior to shipment
- Conduct routine walkthroughs of manufacturing areas to assess raw material needs and manage special raw material requests from Technology and other partners
- Coordinate packaging supplies and complete packaging supplies adjustments at month end
- Support inventory allocations for customer-specific needs and weight/goods issue processing for shipments (truck/rail) as required
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required; relevant manufacturing or technical experience accepted in lieu of degree
- Microsoft Office proficiency, including Excel skills, highly preferred
- Strong hands-on SAP proficiency strongly preferred (process order, master data, material movements, security/roles, etc.)
- Experience with inventory management, production planning, manufacturing operations, or cost analysis preferred
- Familiarity with LIMS a plus
Desired Skills & Behaviors
- Willingness and desire to function in a team setting and exhibit behaviors that support overall company goals and objectives
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and a high sense of urgency; ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional partners (Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Tech/IT, Lab, Warehouse)
- Data accuracy under time-critical conditions (EOM)
- Continuous improvement mindset; actively participate in improvement projects and propose process/automation opportunities
- Adaptable
Eastman is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a highly engaged workforce, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.
Nearest Major Market: Asheville
Nearest Secondary Market: Knoxville
Job Segment: Industrial, Supply Chain, ERP, SAP, Warehouse, Manufacturing, Operations, Technology
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Production Specialist
Verify your degree aligns with the role
USCIS requires a direct relationship between your degree field and the Production Specialist position. Check the O*NET profile for this occupation to confirm which degree fields consistently satisfy the specialty occupation standard before applying.
Target regulated-industry employers first
Pharmaceutical, semiconductor, and medical device manufacturers file H-1B petitions for Production Specialists far more consistently than general manufacturers. Their compliance infrastructure means fewer RFEs and faster internal approval for sponsorship decisions.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter Production Specialist openings by employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history. Migrate Mate pulls DOL Labor Condition Application data so you only see companies that have actively sponsored this role, not just those that claim they do.
Confirm prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and work location. Your offered salary must meet at least the Level I wage; knowing the tiers lets you negotiate without jeopardizing the LCA filing.
Ask employers about their E-Verify enrollment status
STEM OPT employers must be E-Verify enrolled, and many Production Specialist roles sit in STEM-designated fields. Confirming enrollment before your offer stage prevents a last-minute sponsorship breakdown if you're bridging from OPT to H-1B.
Document process-specific technical skills precisely
When your employer's attorney drafts the H-1B petition, vague job duty language is a common RFE trigger. Prepare a detailed breakdown of the production processes, equipment, and quality systems you manage so the specialty occupation argument is airtight.
H-1B Visa Production Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Production Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS requires that the role normally demands at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a closely related discipline. Roles framed around general operations or supervision without a required degree field often face RFEs. The strongest petitions tie every core duty to a specific body of theoretical knowledge.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for Production Specialists?
Pharmaceutical manufacturing, semiconductor fabrication, aerospace, and medical device production generate the highest volume of H-1B LCA filings for Production Specialist titles. These industries are heavily regulated, require documented process expertise, and have established immigration compliance teams. You can browse employers with verified filing history in these sectors on Migrate Mate before you apply.
Can my employer file an H-1B petition for a Production Specialist role mid-year outside the cap?
Only if the employer or the position qualifies as cap-exempt. Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government research institutions are cap-exempt and can file year-round. Most private manufacturers are cap-subject, meaning petitions must be submitted during the April registration window for an October 1 start date. If you miss the lottery, your employer cannot refile until the next cycle.
What documentation strengthens an H-1B petition for a Production Specialist?
The employer needs a certified Labor Condition Application from DOL confirming the offered wage meets the prevailing wage for the role and location. The petition package should also include your official transcripts showing a degree in the relevant field, a detailed job description tying each duty to specialized knowledge, and any professional certifications relevant to the production environment such as Six Sigma or ISO credentials.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect Production Specialist job seekers?
USCIS receives far more registrations than the 85,000 annual cap allows, so selection is not guaranteed. If you're not selected, your current status and employment authorization are unaffected, but your employer cannot sponsor a new H-1B petition until the next fiscal year registration period. Planning your job search timeline around the March registration window and lining up an offer before then gives your employer the best chance to file on your behalf.