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H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship lets Chilean HR professionals work in the United States without entering the H-1B lottery. The annual cap of 1,400 visas rarely fills, and you apply directly at a U.S. consulate. Roles in talent acquisition, compensation, and HR business partnering qualify as specialty occupations under this visa.
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WHO WE ARE
KNAPP brings new technology to warehouse automation.
The KNAPP Group is a global provider of intelligent automation solutions for intralogistics and manufacturing, specializing in the sectors healthcare, fashion/apparel, general retail, food retail, industry and service. We live and breathe automation. We – more than 8,000 employees of the KNAPP Group in over 60 locations worldwide, shaping the future-oriented industry of intralogistics are dedicated to making complexity simple.
One of the KNAPP’s primary goals is to use continuous innovation to drive warehouse automation forward, always with the specific needs of the customers in mind. KNAPP Group’s unrelenting development activity is evident in everything from automated order picking systems and continuing refinement of container handling technology to its state-of-the-art, industry leading software solutions.
WHAT YOU GET TO DO
The Field Human Resources (HR) Generalist will serve as a key partner to operations leadership within the Resident Business sites, providing hands-on support in all areas of human resources, acting as a sounding board, and pushing back as necessary. This role is responsible for driving HR initiatives that align with business objectives, fostering a positive work environment, and ensuring compliance with company policies and employment laws.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Act as a trusted advisor to employees and supervisors, addressing concerns, resolving conflicts, and conducting investigations as needed. Escalates to Corporate HR Generalist as needed.
- Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws, as well as company policies and procedures.
- Promote a positive workplace culture through employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and feedback mechanisms. Assist Site Manager with arranging employee events and engagement activities.
- Support recruitment efforts by partnering with hiring managers, assisting with screenings for fit to the onsite culture, coordinating interviews.
- Onboard new employees at responsible sites. Lead orientation and support other departments’ activities related to onboarding/orientation.
- Support leaders through performance review processes, coaching, and corrective action procedures.
- Help coordinate training sessions on HR policies, compliance, and leadership development.
- Assist with employee meetings, town halls, tool talks, etc. Ensure communications from Corporate are being shared effectively with onsite employees.
- Maintain accurate employee records, process HR transactions, and support HRIS data integrity. Assist with timecard and point system management.
- Assist leadership with onsite induction trainings. Partner with Total Rewards to support employee wellness initiatives.
- Assist Leadership and corporate HR team with offboarding procedures; including but not limited to termination conversations, exit interviews and equipment collection.
- Assist Corporate HR team with managing LOA cases.
WHAT YOU HAVE
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
- 3–5 years of HR generalist experience, preferably in a distribution, logistics, or manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- Ability to present to and influence leadership.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems (e.g., ADP, SAP, etc.).
- PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.
- Experience supporting hourly workforce in a 24/7 operation.
Working Conditions and Environment:
- Authorization to work in the U.S.
- Passport holder or ability to obtain passport may be required.
- Professional office etiquette is required at all times.
- Overtime or off-shift hours may be required to support multiple shifts.
- Travel required 25% Travel to other sites and corporate office for training purposes, investigations and office hours.
- Physical requirements: sitting for long periods of time, standing, walking, climbing a ladder, speaking, visual acuity, finger dexterity, listening, reaching at arm’s length, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
WHAT YOU WILL GET
- Industry competitive compensation.
- Great benefits with better than average employer contributions, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short & Long Term Disability and more!
- 401k with a very generous employer match and no vesting!
- Paid Vacation & Holidays.
- Profit Sharing.
- Paid Parental Leave.
- Subsidized Daycare.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Pet Insurance.
KNAPP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other basis protected by law.
Due to the safety-sensitive nature of this position, strict adherence to KNAPP’s drug-free workplace policy is required. All candidates will be subject to drug-screening in accordance with the policy and will be expected to remain drug-free during their employment. There will be no exception if recreational or medical use of marijuana is permitted in the location of employment and/or residence or if use of marijuana is only during “off-hours.”
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Translate your credentials for U.S. employers
Chilean HR certifications don't always map cleanly to U.S. equivalents. Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization and reframe your SHRM or local HR credentials alongside your degree to match U.S. specialty occupation standards.
Target employers already filing LCAs for HR roles
Search OFLC Wage Search to find companies that have certified Labor Condition Applications for HR specialist or HR manager job codes. These employers already understand the H-1B1 Chile process and won't need educating on sponsorship mechanics.
Verify your HR role qualifies as a specialty occupation
Not every HR title qualifies. Use O*NET to confirm your specific role requires a bachelor's degree in a related field. Generalist titles sometimes fail this test; compensation analyst, HR systems specialist, and recruiting coordinator roles typically pass.
Use Migrate Mate to filter H-1B1 Chile sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to find HR employers with verified H-1B1 visa Chile filing history. The platform surfaces DOL Labor Condition Application data by occupation code, so you see which companies have actually sponsored HR professionals, not just those that claim to.
Negotiate who handles the LCA filing timeline
Unlike H-1B, there's no USCIS petition for H-1B1 Chile. Your employer files the LCA with DOL, then you apply at the consulate. Confirm your offer letter covers the LCA filing cost and clarify who manages the DOL submission before you sign.
Plan your consular appointment around HR hiring cycles
H-1B1 Chile consular appointments in Santiago typically run two to four weeks out. Time your job search to close offers in Q1 or Q3, when HR hiring peaks, so your consulate appointment doesn't conflict with the role's start date.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an HR manager or HR specialist role qualify for H-1B1 Chile sponsorship?
Yes, if the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field. Generalist roles with broad administrative duties sometimes fail the specialty occupation test. Roles like compensation analyst, HR systems manager, talent acquisition specialist, and HR business partner qualify more reliably because they require field-specific expertise.
How does H-1B1 Chile differ from H-1B for HR professionals?
H-1B1 Chile has no lottery, an annual cap of 1,400 visas that rarely fills, and no USCIS petition. You apply directly at the U.S. consulate in Santiago after your employer certifies a Labor Condition Application with DOL. The trade-off is that H-1B1 Chile doesn't allow dual intent, so it requires stronger nonimmigrant intent documentation at your interview.
How do I find HR employers who will sponsor an H-1B1 Chile visa?
Migrate Mate shows verified H-1B1 Chile LCA filing history by employer and occupation code, so you can identify companies that have actually sponsored HR roles rather than those that simply say they're open to sponsorship. Filtering by SOC codes for HR specialists and HR managers gives you the most relevant results.
Can my employer use E-Verify enrollment to confirm H-1B1 Chile sponsorship eligibility?
E-Verify participation doesn't determine H-1B1 Chile eligibility, but STEM OPT employers are required to enroll. For H-1B1 Chile, the relevant compliance step is the Labor Condition Application your employer files with DOL. Confirm that your HR employer has filed LCAs before and understands their obligations under the prevailing wage rules.
What happens if my H-1B1 Chile visa expires while I'm working in an HR role in the U.S.?
H-1B1 Chile is issued in one-year increments and must be renewed annually at a U.S. consulate. You don't file with USCIS for extensions. Your employer recertifies the LCA and you return to Santiago for a new visa stamp. Plan renewal applications at least two months before expiration to avoid gaps in your work authorization.
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