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Production Supervisor roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing management, or a related technical field. Sponsors file a Labor Condition Application with DOL before submitting your H-1B petition to USCIS, certifying the role meets prevailing wage requirements for your work location.
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At Great Dane, we rely on makers and we’re calling on them to join our expanding team, the time has never been better to Embrace Your Great and work in an environment with the highest safety standards in the industry. The Position: The Production Supervisor’s primary function is to direct and manage the trailer production activities of their area (i.e., Axle Department, Combo Start Line, Sidewall line). Ensure the area meets the production schedule and that the trailers produced are consistent with the Engineering drawings provided in the drawing package.
Responsibilities
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Ensure individual and employee compliance with all safety rules and requirements.
- Manage and direct the activities of employees to ensure that the production, quality, and safety requirements are consistently met. This includes the following but is not limited to the following activities.
- Defines staffing plan for the week based on production volume, prepares line for successful start of next shift, manages rework/defects/scrap created by his team and implements preventative measures, implements and follows up on Lean Manufacturing activities, performs safety observations, defines and reviews standard work together with ME department, updates team training matrices, and keeps area clean and organized using 5S principles.
- Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; grievance resolution; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
- Attending weekly safety meeting and communicating the topics discussed in those meetings to the employees in their group, as well as making sure the employees follow the safety guidelines, and discipline employees when they do not.
- Attending weekly “Review Meetings” that consist of comparing the Sales Order information and the Bill of Materials to identify any discrepancies and to make sure a resolution is obtained before the particular job is started on the production floor.
- Coordinate with other Supervisors and the Superintendent to resolve any issues that could prevent the production schedule from being met.
- Work with the Engineering Department to resolve any issues that arrive during the build process that could result in a Quality, Safety, or performance issue with the product being produced.
- Communicate with the Production Manager and the ME/Maintenance Manager to ensure tooling, quality, and safety concerns are addressed while maintaining the production schedule.
- Responsible for managing their direct reports’ timecards, including but not limited to in/out punches, timecard approvals, vacation submissions and approvals, etc.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Your skills and abilities (required qualifications)
- Education: High School/or GED required.
- Experience:
- Team Leader experience.
- Graduate of Team Leader Academy or college degree.
- Utilizes Microsoft Office Products.
- Scope of Responsibilities (ex. number of direct reports, level of difficulty of position, etc.).
- Knowledge and/or skill in all processes that he/ she is responsible for. This includes production techniques and procedures, safety rules and regulations, inspection criteria and methods and plant wide initiatives.
- Ability to effectively instruct, direct, supervise, and lead individuals and teams of people.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and other customer specifications.
- Ability to operate a computer and use basic database, spreadsheet, word-processing and email programs.
- Employee must be able to perform the physical requirements listed in that section of this job description.
- Aptitude to learn and retain new information.
- Ability to organize and manage tasks effectively.
- Must be a self-directed individual with initiative.
- Certification in Emergency First Aid, CPR and Automatic External Defibrillator is required and will be provided by the company after hire.
- Certifications as required to effectively lead and perform his / her job. (i.e., welding certification, paint certification)
- Ability to speak, read and write effectively in English.
- Travel: None.
Physical/Mental Requirements
The physical demands and work environment characteristics 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 the essential functions.
- Physical demands: Ability to stand and move about on concrete 8-12 hours a day. Ability to, sit, speak, hear, see, walk, bend, reach, grasp, stoop, kneel, twist, crawl, carry, climb, work overhead, push, and pull. Ability to do heavy lifting (50 pounds) on occasion. Ability to maneuver large parts and assemblies (up to 50 pounds) by pushing, pulling, and flipping them into place. The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
- Work environment: Employees must dress according to the company policy, and will be required to wear certain eye, head, hearing, hand, and foot protection. Employees must wear all mandated PPE due to: Potential for scrapes, punctures, and cuts. Metal shavings or other debris falling in eyes. Light radiation burns. Pinch points. Possible respiratory hazards. Heavy objects that may fall. High noise level in the plant. Potential contact with hazardous chemicals. Employee may share desk space, filing cabinets and office equipment with other employees.
About Great Dane
With a history dating back to 1900, Great Dane has established itself as a transportation solutions leader of today – delivering innovative products and exceptional services that help our customers and employees succeed. We not only engineer durable and high-quality trailers and truck bodies; we foster relationships that last a lifetime.
WHY WORK FOR US?
Great Dane is a leading manufacturer of dry-freight vans, refrigerated trailers, and flatbeds with 10 manufacturing facilities and 20 service centers throughout the United States. With a legacy like ours comes a dedication to the hard-working individuals that make Great Dane what it is today. Our jobs are waiting to be filled by driven, challenge-focused & enthusiastic people like you. Our culture is comprised of “Champions” and offers a rewarding workplace rooted in core values of safety, leadership, integrity, quality, and passion. Every employee has opportunities to learn, to grow, to succeed and to be engaged in a collaborative environment.
Benefits Overview
- Competitive compensation
- Benefits, including but not limited to dental, vision, and medical with employer contributions
- Retirement programs, including a Pension Plan and 401(k) Plan with employer match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid holidays and vacation
- And more!
Great Dane is an Equal Opportunity Employer
THE ROLE
At Great Dane, we rely on makers and we’re calling on them to join our expanding team, the time has never been better to Embrace Your Great and work in an environment with the highest safety standards in the industry. The Position: The Production Supervisor’s primary function is to direct and manage the trailer production activities of their area (i.e., Axle Department, Combo Start Line, Sidewall line). Ensure the area meets the production schedule and that the trailers produced are consistent with the Engineering drawings provided in the drawing package.
Responsibilities
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Ensure individual and employee compliance with all safety rules and requirements.
- Manage and direct the activities of employees to ensure that the production, quality, and safety requirements are consistently met. This includes the following but is not limited to the following activities.
- Defines staffing plan for the week based on production volume, prepares line for successful start of next shift, manages rework/defects/scrap created by his team and implements preventative measures, implements and follows up on Lean Manufacturing activities, performs safety observations, defines and reviews standard work together with ME department, updates team training matrices, and keeps area clean and organized using 5S principles.
- Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; grievance resolution; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
- Attending weekly safety meeting and communicating the topics discussed in those meetings to the employees in their group, as well as making sure the employees follow the safety guidelines, and discipline employees when they do not.
- Attending weekly “Review Meetings” that consist of comparing the Sales Order information and the Bill of Materials to identify any discrepancies and to make sure a resolution is obtained before the particular job is started on the production floor.
- Coordinate with other Supervisors and the Superintendent to resolve any issues that could prevent the production schedule from being met.
- Work with the Engineering Department to resolve any issues that arrive during the build process that could result in a Quality, Safety, or performance issue with the product being produced.
- Communicate with the Production Manager and the ME/Maintenance Manager to ensure tooling, quality, and safety concerns are addressed while maintaining the production schedule.
- Responsible for managing their direct reports’ timecards, including but not limited to in/out punches, timecard approvals, vacation submissions and approvals, etc.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Your skills and abilities (required qualifications)
- Education: High School/or GED required.
- Experience:
- Team Leader experience.
- Graduate of Team Leader Academy or college degree.
- Utilizes Microsoft Office Products.
- Scope of Responsibilities (ex. number of direct reports, level of difficulty of position, etc.).
- Knowledge and/or skill in all processes that he/ she is responsible for. This includes production techniques and procedures, safety rules and regulations, inspection criteria and methods and plant wide initiatives.
- Ability to effectively instruct, direct, supervise, and lead individuals and teams of people.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and other customer specifications.
- Ability to operate a computer and use basic database, spreadsheet, word-processing and email programs.
- Employee must be able to perform the physical requirements listed in that section of this job description.
- Aptitude to learn and retain new information.
- Ability to organize and manage tasks effectively.
- Must be a self-directed individual with initiative.
- Certification in Emergency First Aid, CPR and Automatic External Defibrillator is required and will be provided by the company after hire.
- Certifications as required to effectively lead and perform his / her job. (i.e., welding certification, paint certification)
- Ability to speak, read and write effectively in English.
- Travel: None.
Physical/Mental Requirements
The physical demands and work environment characteristics 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 the essential functions.
- Physical demands: Ability to stand and move about on concrete 8-12 hours a day. Ability to, sit, speak, hear, see, walk, bend, reach, grasp, stoop, kneel, twist, crawl, carry, climb, work overhead, push, and pull. Ability to do heavy lifting (50 pounds) on occasion. Ability to maneuver large parts and assemblies (up to 50 pounds) by pushing, pulling, and flipping them into place. The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
- Work environment: Employees must dress according to the company policy, and will be required to wear certain eye, head, hearing, hand, and foot protection. Employees must wear all mandated PPE due to: Potential for scrapes, punctures, and cuts. Metal shavings or other debris falling in eyes. Light radiation burns. Pinch points. Possible respiratory hazards. Heavy objects that may fall. High noise level in the plant. Potential contact with hazardous chemicals. Employee may share desk space, filing cabinets and office equipment with other employees.
About Great Dane
With a history dating back to 1900, Great Dane has established itself as a transportation solutions leader of today – delivering innovative products and exceptional services that help our customers and employees succeed. We not only engineer durable and high-quality trailers and truck bodies; we foster relationships that last a lifetime.
WHY WORK FOR US?
Great Dane is a leading manufacturer of dry-freight vans, refrigerated trailers, and flatbeds with 10 manufacturing facilities and 20 service centers throughout the United States. With a legacy like ours comes a dedication to the hard-working individuals that make Great Dane what it is today. Our jobs are waiting to be filled by driven, challenge-focused & enthusiastic people like you. Our culture is comprised of “Champions” and offers a rewarding workplace rooted in core values of safety, leadership, integrity, quality, and passion. Every employee has opportunities to learn, to grow, to succeed and to be engaged in a collaborative environment.
Benefits Overview
- Competitive compensation
- Benefits, including but not limited to dental, vision, and medical with employer contributions
- Retirement programs, including a Pension Plan and 401(k) Plan with employer match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid holidays and vacation
- And more!
Great Dane is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Verify your degree supports specialty occupation
USCIS requires Production Supervisor petitions to show the role demands a specific bachelor's degree, not just any degree. Pull the O*NET profile for your SOC code and confirm your degree field directly aligns with the listed education requirements.
Target manufacturers enrolled in E-Verify
E-Verify enrollment signals an employer has infrastructure for work authorization compliance. Production facilities in automotive, aerospace, and food processing that contract with federal agencies are legally required to use E-Verify and are more practiced at H-1B filings.
Search employer LCA filing history on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Production Supervisor roles by employers with verified H-1B LCA filings. This shows which manufacturers have actually sponsored the role before, so you're not guessing at sponsorship willingness during the application process.
Check prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Run your job title, SOC code, and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before signing anything. Your offered wage must meet the DOL Level I through IV prevailing wage or USCIS can deny the petition, regardless of employer intent.
Clarify shift structure in your LCA work location
Production Supervisor roles often involve multiple shifts or plant floors across different addresses. Each distinct worksite may require a separate LCA posting. Confirm with your employer which physical locations will appear on the petition before filing starts.
Ask about cap-exempt filing if currently on OPT
If you're working at a university-affiliated research facility or nonprofit lab in a production capacity, your employer may qualify as cap-exempt. Cap-exempt H-1B petitions can be filed year-round and aren't subject to the annual lottery.
H-1B Visa Production Supervisor: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Production Supervisor role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the role. USCIS requires that a bachelor's degree in a specific field, such as industrial engineering, manufacturing management, or operations management, be a normal requirement for the position. If the job description accepts any degree or emphasizes on-the-job training over formal education, the petition is at higher risk of a Request for Evidence. Employers should tie specific technical responsibilities to the degree requirement in the petition.
How do I find Production Supervisor employers who actually sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate shows Production Supervisor roles filtered by employers with verified H-1B Labor Condition Application filing history. This is more reliable than applying broadly and asking about sponsorship during interviews. Manufacturers in automotive, semiconductor, and defense sectors file LCAs for this role with the most regularity, based on DOL disclosure data.
Can my employer file an H-1B for a Production Supervisor role that involves multiple plant locations?
Yes, but each worksite where you'll spend a meaningful portion of your time may require a separate LCA posting. DOL requires the LCA to reflect actual work locations, and the employer must post the LCA notice at each site for ten consecutive business days. If your role involves traveling between facilities, your employer should discuss the short-term placement rules with their immigration counsel before filing.
What happens to my H-1B status if the production facility I work at closes or relocates?
If your employer closes the specific site named in your LCA but keeps you employed and transfers you to a new location, they must file an amended H-1B petition with USCIS before you begin working at the new site. A plant closure that results in termination triggers the 60-day grace period, during which you can seek a new sponsor or change status. USCIS requires the employer to cover return transportation costs if they terminate you.
Does working rotating shifts or nights affect my H-1B petition as a Production Supervisor?
No, shift structure doesn't affect petition eligibility. What matters is that your total hours and compensation meet the full-time or part-time threshold declared in the LCA, and that your wage equals or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for your location and SOC code. USCIS doesn't distinguish between day and night shifts in adjudication.