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Team Lead roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when they require specialized knowledge in a specific field, such as engineering, software development, or data science, not just supervisory experience. Most petitions succeed when the position lists a direct-degree requirement rather than a generalized management background.
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Full-time - 3rd shift
Description
We are all members of the Revere Plastics team. We all exist to help one another in the mission of building and shipping high quality plastic parts, on time to our customers, at the lowest cost to ultimately provide job security to all. The Senior Team Lead role was created as a career path for Machine operators or others who are interested in having a direct impact on operations at the factory. In this role and here at Revere plastics, you will continue to treat all team members as family.
Requirements
- Responsible for the effective and efficient training of all Operators assigned within their work cell - Maintains accurate training records/logs for each individual that correlates to the customer part number
- Verify the operator(s) are trained/certified and understands how to run the Workstation (ref versatility matrix)
- Conduct Work Cell traceability - Ensure documentation at the work cell is accurate and up-to-date
- Verify Work Cell has been purged of all components, materials and etc. at the end of any production run or sample run
- Ensure all Error-Proofing Devices (Poke Yokes) are operational and Red-X tests are documented
- Troubleshoot any quality concerns (even if minor) with the Quality Tech and escalate any roadblocks to achieve closure
- Verify first piece acceptance prior to start-up or any re-start
- Make sure all operators are following Standard Operating Processes
- Assist with Training new operators and follow-up retraining as necessary
- Ensure all material is properly covered in work cell to avoid contamination
- Be at workstation ready to work on time to get proper handoff
- Ensure all operators paperwork is available and filled out hourly for the workstation
- Ensure all production board requirements for workstation are filled out every hour
- Achieve hourly rate for workstation and troubleshoot any Product target misses with operators and support technicians to achieve target rate. Escalate issues to the Senior Leads and/or Supervisor as necessary
- Do not leave workstation until there is a good handoff to the ongoing cell lead
- Make sure all re-work is completed on the appropriate shift
- Attend daily shift hand off meetings
- Give breaks to all operators in the cell as needed
- Ensure accurate reporting of Production in IQMS in conjunction with proper floor dispositioning of product
- Ensure PPE compliance with all operators (Safety Glasses, Earplugs Always - Gloves, Steel-Toe boots, Safety Vest if applicable)
- Conduct Safety Walks prior to shift start with outgoing lead and throughout the shift to ensure the safety of the area is in compliance. Sign-off on the designated Audit sheet and populate the GEMBA tracker
- Ensure Workstation Equipment and Tools are in safe standard-working condition
- Maintain Workstation Housekeeping and 5S (A place for everything and everything in its place)
- All Safety concerns escalated immediately to Supervisor and shutdown in an emergency situation
- Assist Safety Committee staff on any additional support that may be required.
Job Type
Full-time - 3rd shift
Description
We are all members of the Revere Plastics team. We all exist to help one another in the mission of building and shipping high quality plastic parts, on time to our customers, at the lowest cost to ultimately provide job security to all. The Senior Team Lead role was created as a career path for Machine operators or others who are interested in having a direct impact on operations at the factory. In this role and here at Revere plastics, you will continue to treat all team members as family.
Requirements
- Responsible for the effective and efficient training of all Operators assigned within their work cell - Maintains accurate training records/logs for each individual that correlates to the customer part number
- Verify the operator(s) are trained/certified and understands how to run the Workstation (ref versatility matrix)
- Conduct Work Cell traceability - Ensure documentation at the work cell is accurate and up-to-date
- Verify Work Cell has been purged of all components, materials and etc. at the end of any production run or sample run
- Ensure all Error-Proofing Devices (Poke Yokes) are operational and Red-X tests are documented
- Troubleshoot any quality concerns (even if minor) with the Quality Tech and escalate any roadblocks to achieve closure
- Verify first piece acceptance prior to start-up or any re-start
- Make sure all operators are following Standard Operating Processes
- Assist with Training new operators and follow-up retraining as necessary
- Ensure all material is properly covered in work cell to avoid contamination
- Be at workstation ready to work on time to get proper handoff
- Ensure all operators paperwork is available and filled out hourly for the workstation
- Ensure all production board requirements for workstation are filled out every hour
- Achieve hourly rate for workstation and troubleshoot any Product target misses with operators and support technicians to achieve target rate. Escalate issues to the Senior Leads and/or Supervisor as necessary
- Do not leave workstation until there is a good handoff to the ongoing cell lead
- Make sure all re-work is completed on the appropriate shift
- Attend daily shift hand off meetings
- Give breaks to all operators in the cell as needed
- Ensure accurate reporting of Production in IQMS in conjunction with proper floor dispositioning of product
- Ensure PPE compliance with all operators (Safety Glasses, Earplugs Always - Gloves, Steel-Toe boots, Safety Vest if applicable)
- Conduct Safety Walks prior to shift start with outgoing lead and throughout the shift to ensure the safety of the area is in compliance. Sign-off on the designated Audit sheet and populate the GEMBA tracker
- Ensure Workstation Equipment and Tools are in safe standard-working condition
- Maintain Workstation Housekeeping and 5S (A place for everything and everything in its place)
- All Safety concerns escalated immediately to Supervisor and shutdown in an emergency situation
- Assist Safety Committee staff on any additional support that may be required.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Team Lead
Verify your role meets specialty occupation
Team Lead positions get scrutinized by USCIS when the job description leans heavily on soft skills. Confirm the role explicitly requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related technical or scientific field before applying.
Search LCA filings by occupation code
Use the OFLC Wage Search to pull Labor Condition Applications filed under SOC codes relevant to your specialization. This shows which employers have actively sponsored Team Lead roles in your field, not just leadership roles generally.
Target E-Verify enrolled employers early
Only E-Verify enrolled employers can sponsor STEM OPT extensions, which matters if you're bridging to an H-1B. Filter your search to enrolled companies so you don't lose authorization mid-transition while waiting for cap selection.
Map your job duties to O*NET before interviews
Pull the O*NET occupation profile for your target SOC code and align your resume bullet points to the listed knowledge and skill requirements. This strengthens the specialty occupation argument in your employer's H-1B petition.
Use Migrate Mate to identify proven sponsors
Search Team Lead roles on Migrate Mate to see employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history in your occupation. This filters out postings from companies unlikely to file, saving time during the 60-day OPT gap or cap-gap period.
Request an amended petition if duties shift
If your Team Lead responsibilities expand significantly after your H-1B is approved, your employer must file an amended I-129 petition with USCIS. Skipping this step puts your status at risk if audited, even during an ongoing project.
H-1B Visa Team Lead: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Team Lead roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
They do, but only when the position requires a specific bachelor's degree in a field directly related to the job duties, such as computer science for a software team lead or electrical engineering for a hardware team lead. Generalist management roles without a degree requirement in a defined field are frequently challenged by USCIS as not meeting the specialty occupation standard.
How do I find employers who have sponsored Team Lead H-1B petitions before?
Search on Migrate Mate to browse Team Lead jobs filtered by employers with documented H-1B LCA filing history. Cross-referencing DOL disclosure data by SOC code shows you which companies have filed Labor Condition Applications for roles matching your specialization, giving you a concrete shortlist of proven sponsors rather than guessing from job postings.
Can I get H-1B sponsorship if my Team Lead role involves both technical and managerial duties?
Yes, as long as the technical duties are primary and substantive. USCIS evaluates whether the position genuinely requires specialized theoretical knowledge, not whether some percentage of time involves managing people. A Team Lead who codes, architects systems, or conducts analysis alongside directing a team generally has a stronger petition than one whose duties are entirely supervisory.
What happens to my H-1B if I get promoted from Team Lead to a broader director role?
Your employer must file an amended H-1B petition with USCIS before the promotion takes effect if the new role has materially different duties, a different job location, or a different SOC code. Failing to amend can create a status violation. The amended petition should reestablish specialty occupation eligibility under the director-level job description.
Does prevailing wage for Team Lead roles differ from individual contributor roles at the same company?
It does. Prevailing wage is calculated based on the SOC code and wage level assigned to your specific position. A Team Lead is often classified at wage Level II or Level III depending on the scope of supervisory responsibility and years of experience required. You can verify the applicable wage level for any location using the OFLC Wage Search before evaluating an offer.