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H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship lets Chilean process engineers work in the U.S. without entering an H-1B lottery. The 1,400-visa annual cap rarely fills, and your consulate interview in Santiago replaces the USCIS petition process, making the path from job offer to U.S. start date faster than most work visas.
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The Field ACES Process Improvement Specialist will drive initiatives focused in improving site’s and region’s capacity, cost, quality and customer experience. Those initiatives include benchmarking through auditing and leadership coaching, standard-work optimization, and process improvement piloting and implementation. In addition, the process improvement specialist will act as the link between the region to the SSD Field Programs team, and will manage escalations, intakes, deep-dives and approvals to resolve barriers and issues the region is facing.
This role partners with both internal and external program management, technical teams, and is able to build relationships with colleagues across SSD Buildings, tech, and support teams. This role is both a collaborator focused on implementing network-wide initiatives, as well as the primary Cost & Quality partner for Operations General Managers. To be successful in this role; you need to pair analytical skills, a data-driven outlook with great communication skills, be a proven leader of leaders, ability to deal with ambiguity in the constantly changing/fast paced environment, able to prepare and give detailed data-driven business reviews with clear and effective narratives to senior management.
This role requires 50%-80% travel in the US.
Key job responsibilities
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The Process Improvement Specialist will complete monthly benchmarking cycles to drive site level process path improvements.
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The Process Improvement Specialist will drive selected KPIs through flagging in regional DBR/WBR and sending weekly recaps. In addition, the regional PIS will support Field Programs team pilots in the region.
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The Process Improvement Specialist will lead a quarterly regional improvement project tackling a problem or opportunity aligned on with the GM.
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The Processes Improvement Specialist will own an annual network improvement project. In addition, the regional PIS will participate in quarterly SSD ACES process paths kaizens.
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The Process Improvement Specialist will develop trust relationships with all OMs, SLs, and GMs in the region.
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The Process Improvement Specialist will mentor leaders from the region and will support interviewing talent to the region when possible.
A day in the life
The Process Improvement Specialist spends roughly 50% of the time on the floor – auditing, coaching and collecting feedback from front line leaders. You will travel regularly within their region in order to visit the sites on quarterly basis. You will engage with all levels of leadership on the operations floor to identify gaps in knowledge and provide guidance in department performance and standard work mechanisms. You will be an active participant in regional DBRs, WBRs and cost calls to understand bridges and goals and will communicate relevant network changes. You will partner with Field Programs team to drive assigned process path pilots and process improvements across region and network. You will conduct regular 1:1s with GM and each of the region's site leaders, present sites’ performance and opportunities to SSD ACES selected KPIs, benchmarking cycles progress, project updates and collects feedback.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or above in engineering, project management, operations, logistics, supply chain or related field
- Experience working in an operations, supply chain, transportation, project management or management consulting role
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in lean or six sigma methodologies for operational, process, and performance improvement projects including process mapping and process re-design
- Experience handling multiple competing priorities and complex projects with multiple stakeholders (e.g. definition of accurate network expansion plans, vendor development, quality assurance, design and cost improvement, team and stakeholder engagement)
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
COMPENSATION
- Base salary range: $120,900.00 - $163,200.00 USD annually
Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
DESCRIPTION
The Field ACES Process Improvement Specialist will drive initiatives focused in improving site’s and region’s capacity, cost, quality and customer experience. Those initiatives include benchmarking through auditing and leadership coaching, standard-work optimization, and process improvement piloting and implementation. In addition, the process improvement specialist will act as the link between the region to the SSD Field Programs team, and will manage escalations, intakes, deep-dives and approvals to resolve barriers and issues the region is facing.
This role partners with both internal and external program management, technical teams, and is able to build relationships with colleagues across SSD Buildings, tech, and support teams. This role is both a collaborator focused on implementing network-wide initiatives, as well as the primary Cost & Quality partner for Operations General Managers. To be successful in this role; you need to pair analytical skills, a data-driven outlook with great communication skills, be a proven leader of leaders, ability to deal with ambiguity in the constantly changing/fast paced environment, able to prepare and give detailed data-driven business reviews with clear and effective narratives to senior management.
This role requires 50%-80% travel in the US.
Key job responsibilities
-
The Process Improvement Specialist will complete monthly benchmarking cycles to drive site level process path improvements.
-
The Process Improvement Specialist will drive selected KPIs through flagging in regional DBR/WBR and sending weekly recaps. In addition, the regional PIS will support Field Programs team pilots in the region.
-
The Process Improvement Specialist will lead a quarterly regional improvement project tackling a problem or opportunity aligned on with the GM.
-
The Processes Improvement Specialist will own an annual network improvement project. In addition, the regional PIS will participate in quarterly SSD ACES process paths kaizens.
-
The Process Improvement Specialist will develop trust relationships with all OMs, SLs, and GMs in the region.
-
The Process Improvement Specialist will mentor leaders from the region and will support interviewing talent to the region when possible.
A day in the life
The Process Improvement Specialist spends roughly 50% of the time on the floor – auditing, coaching and collecting feedback from front line leaders. You will travel regularly within their region in order to visit the sites on quarterly basis. You will engage with all levels of leadership on the operations floor to identify gaps in knowledge and provide guidance in department performance and standard work mechanisms. You will be an active participant in regional DBRs, WBRs and cost calls to understand bridges and goals and will communicate relevant network changes. You will partner with Field Programs team to drive assigned process path pilots and process improvements across region and network. You will conduct regular 1:1s with GM and each of the region's site leaders, present sites’ performance and opportunities to SSD ACES selected KPIs, benchmarking cycles progress, project updates and collects feedback.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or above in engineering, project management, operations, logistics, supply chain or related field
- Experience working in an operations, supply chain, transportation, project management or management consulting role
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in lean or six sigma methodologies for operational, process, and performance improvement projects including process mapping and process re-design
- Experience handling multiple competing priorities and complex projects with multiple stakeholders (e.g. definition of accurate network expansion plans, vendor development, quality assurance, design and cost improvement, team and stakeholder engagement)
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
COMPENSATION
- Base salary range: $120,900.00 - $163,200.00 USD annually
Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Process Engineer
Align your degree to specialty occupation
H-1B1 visa requires your role to qualify as a specialty occupation, meaning a bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, or industrial engineering must directly support the process engineer position. A degree in a tangentially related field can trigger employer RFE risk, so confirm the match before applying.
Pull prevailing wage data before negotiating
Your employer files a Labor Condition Application certifying they'll pay at least the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the Level I through Level IV wage range before your offer conversation so you're not negotiating blind.
Target industries with active LCA filing history
Petrochemical, semiconductor fabrication, and food processing companies file Labor Condition Applications for process engineers at higher rates than general manufacturers. Search DOL's LCA disclosure data filtered by your target SOC code to identify which employers have sponsored H-1B1 Chile positions recently.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsoring employers
Many process engineer job postings don't mention visa sponsorship explicitly, even when the employer qualifies. Migrate Mate filters roles by verified H-1B1 Chile sponsorship history, so you're applying to companies that have already filed LCAs for your occupation rather than cold-guessing from generic listings.
Prepare your LCA documentation before the consulate appointment
Unlike H-1B, your employer doesn't file a USCIS petition. Instead, you present the certified LCA, DS-160, and supporting documents directly at the U.S. Embassy in Santiago. Confirm your employer has DOL LCA certification in hand before booking your visa interview date.
Verify your O*NET profile matches your actual duties
Consular officers and DOL reviewers cross-check your job duties against the O*NET occupation profile for your SOC code. If your process engineer role includes significant project management or quality functions, your employer's LCA job description should map those duties to the correct occupational classification to avoid scrutiny.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a process engineer role qualify for the H-1B1 Chile visa?
Yes, process engineering qualifies as a specialty occupation under H-1B1 Chile because the role typically requires at least a bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, or industrial engineering. Your employer confirms this in the Labor Condition Application they file with DOL. Roles where a general engineering degree in any discipline is acceptable may face more scrutiny from consular officers.
How is the H-1B1 Chile visa different from H-1B for process engineers?
The H-1B1 Chile visa has no lottery and a separate 1,400-visa annual cap that has never been exhausted, while H-1B is subject to an oversubscribed lottery each spring. H-1B1 also skips the USCIS petition stage entirely. You apply directly at the U.S. Embassy in Santiago with a certified LCA from DOL, which significantly shortens the timeline from job offer to start date.
How do I find process engineer employers who sponsor H-1B1 Chile visas?
Migrate Mate is the recommended tool for this. It surfaces process engineer roles filtered by verified H-1B1 Chile sponsorship history, so you're not spending time on employers who have no record of filing Labor Condition Applications for your occupation. DOL's LCA disclosure data is also publicly available and searchable by SOC code if you want to verify an employer's filing history independently.
Does my employer need to be E-Verify enrolled to sponsor my H-1B1 Chile visa?
E-Verify enrollment is not a general requirement for H-1B1 Chile sponsorship, though employers who have federal contracts or are based in states with mandatory enrollment laws must participate. Your employer is required to file a certified Labor Condition Application with DOL before your consulate appointment, and that LCA must reflect your actual work location and duties as a process engineer.
Can I switch employers after entering the U.S. on an H-1B1 Chile visa?
H-1B1 Chile does not include the H-1B portability provisions under AC21, so switching employers requires your new employer to file a fresh Labor Condition Application with DOL and obtain certification before you can begin work. Unlike H-1B, you cannot start with the new employer while the application is pending. Migrate Mate can help you identify employers already familiar with the H-1B1 Chile filing process, which reduces onboarding friction when you're ready to make a move.