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Quality Assurance Inspector roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, materials science, or a related technical field. Employers in manufacturing, aerospace, medical devices, and pharmaceuticals file LCAs and I-129 petitions to sponsor QA professionals in SOC-coded specialty occupations.
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R-552008
Category
Quality
Location
Sumter, South Carolina
We are the people who give possibilities purpose
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.
Job Description
The Quality Assurance Inspector will perform the following tasks:
Job Overview:
- Perform in-process inspections in support of PBBCS/SLBCS manufacturing operations to ensure quality parts are produced and made available for sale.
- Inspector is expected to identify nonconforming materials when encountered and escalate those issues to ensure containment and correction.
- Support containment activities for nonconforming products when identified during routine inspections to ensure defective products do not escape to supply chain.
- Initiate quality investigation process with handoff to operations team for root cause analysis and corrective action.
Minimum Requirement:
- High School Diploma or GED
Why Join Us?
To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.
We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.
Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Primary Work Location
USA SC - Sumter
Additional Locations
Work Shift
Job ID
R-552008
Category
Quality
Location
Sumter, South Carolina
We are the people who give possibilities purpose
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.
Job Description
The Quality Assurance Inspector will perform the following tasks:
Job Overview:
- Perform in-process inspections in support of PBBCS/SLBCS manufacturing operations to ensure quality parts are produced and made available for sale.
- Inspector is expected to identify nonconforming materials when encountered and escalate those issues to ensure containment and correction.
- Support containment activities for nonconforming products when identified during routine inspections to ensure defective products do not escape to supply chain.
- Initiate quality investigation process with handoff to operations team for root cause analysis and corrective action.
Minimum Requirement:
- High School Diploma or GED
Why Join Us?
To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.
We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.
Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Primary Work Location
USA SC - Sumter
Additional Locations
Work Shift
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Document your degree-to-role alignment
USCIS scrutinizes QA Inspector petitions because the role can be filled without a degree at some employers. Gather your transcripts, any quality certifications like ASQ CQI or CQE, and a written explanation of how your degree field directly applies to your inspection duties.
Target manufacturers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Quality Assurance Inspector roles by employers who have certified LCAs for this occupation. Companies with repeated filings in aerospace, medical devices, or automotive manufacturing are far more likely to sponsor than first-time filers.
Verify the prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
Run your offer against the OFLC Wage Search using the correct SOC code for your specific QA role and work location. An employer's LCA must certify wages at Level I through IV, and accepting a Level I offer in a high-cost metro can create RFE risk.
Ask whether the employer files cap-exempt petitions
QA Inspector roles at universities, research institutions, or nonprofits affiliated with higher education can file H-1B petitions year-round without lottery registration. If you're open to these sectors, confirm cap-exempt status before the offer stage, not after.
Check E-Verify enrollment for STEM-adjacent extensions
If you're transitioning from an OPT EAD in a STEM-designated program, your new QA employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before your STEM OPT extension is approved. Confirm enrollment status during the offer negotiation, since unenrolled employers can't support the extension.
Understand the specialty occupation argument for your specific title
Job titles like 'QA Inspector' or 'Quality Control Inspector' face higher USCIS scrutiny than 'Quality Engineer.' Review the O*NET profile for your role's typical education requirements, and make sure your job description on the I-129 reflects duties that require a degree, not just technical training.
H-1B Visa Quality Assurance Inspector: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Quality Assurance Inspector role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the role is defined. USCIS requires that the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field. QA Inspector roles in aerospace, pharmaceuticals, or medical devices typically qualify because they require engineering or science degrees. General manufacturing inspection roles that accept any degree or only require a high school diploma do not qualify. The job description on the LCA and I-129 must reflect degree-requiring duties.
How do I find Quality Assurance Inspector employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas?
Search on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with verified LCA filing history for Quality Assurance Inspector and related QA occupations. Employers who have filed LCAs in the past are significantly more likely to sponsor new hires, since they already have internal processes and often work with immigration counsel. Focus on companies in industries with strong QA hiring patterns, including aerospace, medical devices, automotive, and contract manufacturing.
Which SOC code applies to Quality Assurance Inspector roles on an H-1B petition?
Most Quality Assurance Inspector roles fall under SOC 51-9061 (Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers), but roles with engineering-level responsibilities may be coded under 17-2112 (Industrial Engineers) or a related engineering code. The SOC code affects the prevailing wage level your employer must certify. Ask your employer's immigration counsel which code they plan to use on the LCA, and verify it against your actual job duties to reduce RFE risk.
Can an employer sponsor my H-1B for a Quality Assurance Inspector role if I only have a two-year degree or equivalent work experience?
USCIS allows three years of relevant work experience to substitute for one year of a bachelor's degree, so 12 years of progressive QA experience can theoretically substitute for a four-year degree. In practice, this equivalency argument is difficult for QA Inspector roles and requires detailed documentation, employer letters, and sometimes an expert opinion from a credentialed evaluator. A two-year degree alone, without substantial work experience, is unlikely to satisfy the specialty occupation threshold.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer loses a quality contract and my role is eliminated?
You have a 60-day grace period from the date your employment ends to find a new H-1B sponsor, file for a change of status, or prepare to depart. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before the grace period expires. If you're within the same SOC code and wage level, the transfer process is straightforward, but any gap in employment that exceeds 60 days puts your status at risk. Start the transfer process immediately upon receiving notice.