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Superintendent roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field. Large general contractors and specialty subcontractors file LCAs regularly for site leadership roles. Prevailing wage requirements and project-site location rules make employer selection critical for a clean filing.
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Who We Are
North American Lighting Inc., member of the Koito Group of Companies, is the largest tier one automotive exterior lighting manufacturer in North America. As the market share leader in exterior automotive lighting, NAL provides advanced lighting technology, engineering design expertise, and state-of-the-art production capabilities to auto makers based in North America and around the world.
Our Opportunity
North American Lighting (NAL) is looking for a Superintendent to join our team. The ideal candidate will plan and direct the operations through the plant supervisors, in all production areas in the manufacturing facility on off shifts, including safety, quality, productivity, continuous improvement, morale, communications, and all related plant personnel.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Your Priorities
- Leads and directs department supervisors with respect to the volume, cost, quality of production, and in meeting both production schedules and delivery dates.
- Encourages supervisors and production workers to achieve maximum efficiency and productivity.
- Promotes the efficient utilization of equipment, facilities, personnel, and raw materials.
- Prepares and maintains production reports.
- Ensures proper 6S' and maintenance (including preventive maintenance) within the plant.
- Recommends process and procedural changes to improve overall plant profitability.
The salary range for this position is $78,300 - $115,100 per year. Final compensation will be determined by location, skills, experience, qualifications, and the career level at which the position is filled.
Requirements
Your Background
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Management, or a related discipline, plus 8 years of manufacturing experience in a highly cosmetic quality environment OR
- Associate’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Management, or a related discipline, plus 10 years of manufacturing experience in a highly cosmetic quality environment OR
- High School or GED, plus 12 years of manufacturing experience in a highly cosmetic quality environment.
Experience: 3 to 5 years of experience in a supervisory role.
At North American Lighting
Team Member Benefits
- World class health insurance plans
- Award winning 401k plan
- Relocation assistance
- Paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays, etc)
- Supplier discounts (wireless, computer, vehicle, etc.)
- Company sponsored wellness program including gym reimbursement
Diversity at NAL:
The mission of NAL’s Diversity Committee is to facilitate NAL’s ongoing and continuing efforts to foster a culture and atmosphere of mutual respect, for the benefit of all Team Members from different backgrounds, perspectives, and abilities that represent our communities.
You can learn more about NAL and our opportunities at jobs.nal.com.
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, genetic information, and veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Requisition ID: 21472
LOCATION
Location: Muscle Shoals Plant
Job Summary
Who We Are
North American Lighting Inc., member of the Koito Group of Companies, is the largest tier one automotive exterior lighting manufacturer in North America. As the market share leader in exterior automotive lighting, NAL provides advanced lighting technology, engineering design expertise, and state-of-the-art production capabilities to auto makers based in North America and around the world.
Our Opportunity
North American Lighting (NAL) is looking for a Superintendent to join our team. The ideal candidate will plan and direct the operations through the plant supervisors, in all production areas in the manufacturing facility on off shifts, including safety, quality, productivity, continuous improvement, morale, communications, and all related plant personnel.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Your Priorities
- Leads and directs department supervisors with respect to the volume, cost, quality of production, and in meeting both production schedules and delivery dates.
- Encourages supervisors and production workers to achieve maximum efficiency and productivity.
- Promotes the efficient utilization of equipment, facilities, personnel, and raw materials.
- Prepares and maintains production reports.
- Ensures proper 6S' and maintenance (including preventive maintenance) within the plant.
- Recommends process and procedural changes to improve overall plant profitability.
The salary range for this position is $78,300 - $115,100 per year. Final compensation will be determined by location, skills, experience, qualifications, and the career level at which the position is filled.
Requirements
Your Background
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Management, or a related discipline, plus 8 years of manufacturing experience in a highly cosmetic quality environment OR
- Associate’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Management, or a related discipline, plus 10 years of manufacturing experience in a highly cosmetic quality environment OR
- High School or GED, plus 12 years of manufacturing experience in a highly cosmetic quality environment.
Experience: 3 to 5 years of experience in a supervisory role.
At North American Lighting
Team Member Benefits
- World class health insurance plans
- Award winning 401k plan
- Relocation assistance
- Paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays, etc)
- Supplier discounts (wireless, computer, vehicle, etc.)
- Company sponsored wellness program including gym reimbursement
Diversity at NAL:
The mission of NAL’s Diversity Committee is to facilitate NAL’s ongoing and continuing efforts to foster a culture and atmosphere of mutual respect, for the benefit of all Team Members from different backgrounds, perspectives, and abilities that represent our communities.
You can learn more about NAL and our opportunities at jobs.nal.com.
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, genetic information, and veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Requisition ID: 21472
LOCATION
Location: Muscle Shoals Plant
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Superintendent
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation requirements
USCIS requires a directly related bachelor's degree for H-1B approval. A construction management or civil engineering degree strengthens your petition. A general business degree paired with a superintendent title can trigger an RFE, so align your credentials before applying.
Check prevailing wages by project location
Superintendent prevailing wages are tied to the worksite address, not the employer's headquarters. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up wages for your specific county before negotiating your offer, since multi-site projects require separate LCA filings for each location.
Target contractors with active LCA filing histories
Search Migrate Mate to find construction employers with verified H-1B LCA filings for superintendent and project management roles. Employers who've filed before understand the process and are far less likely to withdraw an offer mid-petition due to unfamiliarity with H-1B requirements.
Clarify project mobility terms before signing
Superintendent roles often move between job sites across counties or states. Each new worksite location may require a new or amended LCA from your employer. Confirm your offer letter and H-1B petition account for multi-site flexibility or short-term placements before you sign.
Ask employers about cap-exempt filing options
Some construction firms work under government contracts or partner with qualifying nonprofit or research entities, which can make them cap-exempt. Cap-exempt employers can file your H-1B petition outside the annual lottery, giving you a direct path to status without waiting for April registration.
Use O*NET to document your role as a specialty occupation
USCIS adjudicators scrutinize superintendent titles because the role can be filled without a degree in some contexts. Pull the O*NET occupation profile for Construction Managers to show the degree requirement pattern and use it to support your employer's specialty occupation letter.
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Find Superintendent JobsSuperintendent H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a superintendent role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but the employer must demonstrate that the specific position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field like construction management or civil engineering. Generic superintendent titles that don't tie responsibilities to a degree-dependent body of knowledge are more likely to receive an RFE from USCIS. A detailed job duties letter from your employer is essential.
How does working across multiple construction sites affect my H-1B petition?
Each worksite location listed on your LCA must reflect the actual county where you'll work. If your superintendent role moves between project sites in different counties or states, your employer may need to file amended H-1B petitions or post LCA notices at each new location. Confirm this with your employer before accepting an offer that involves frequent site changes.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for superintendent positions?
General contractors, construction management firms, and large specialty subcontractors are the most common H-1B sponsors for superintendent roles. Government-contracted construction firms and companies tied to infrastructure, healthcare, or higher-education projects tend to have more experience with H-1B filings. You can browse employers with verified LCA histories for construction management roles on Migrate Mate.
What happens to my H-1B status if my construction project ends before my visa expires?
If your employer terminates your position before your H-1B period ends, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer, change status, or prepare to depart. A new employer can file an H-1B transfer petition during that window. Project-based employment in construction makes this scenario more common, so understanding portability rules is practical preparation.
Can a construction employer sponsor my H-1B if they've never done it before?
Yes. Any U.S. employer with an Employer Identification Number can sponsor an H-1B petition for the first time. The employer needs to file an LCA with DOL, register in the H-1B lottery if cap-subject, and submit Form I-129 to USCIS. First-time sponsors often benefit from working with an immigration attorney to avoid procedural errors that could delay or jeopardize your petition.
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