J-1 Visa Manufacturing Technician Jobs
Manufacturing Technician roles in the U.S. are accessible to international professionals through the J-1 visa Trainee or Intern program category, depending on your education level and work history. These programs require a designated sponsor organization to issue your DS-2019 and provide sponsorship. Host employers range from aerospace firms to medical device manufacturers.
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Cadwell Industries began with the design of the world’s first microprocessor-controlled EMG instrument, and now offers neurodiagnostic and electrodiagnostic (EDX) medical equipment, and supplies and accessories for EMG, EEG, IONM, and PSG. Cadwell is proud to design, source, manufacture and support our American-made neurodiagnostic solutions. Today, we employ more than 110 people at our Kennewick headquarters, who contribute to research, hardware and software design, assembly, marketing, distribution, sales support, and customer support. We also have a network of sales and support representatives in the USA, and a growing international team based in China, Singapore, and the Netherlands.
The Service Engineering Technician Intern supports the Technical Service Department through equipment repair, administrative support, and basic troubleshooting. Will work closely with technical and non-technical team members on a variety of tasks that facilitate development as an Electronics Engineer or related field.
The Intern position is a hands-on role. Regular tasks, assistance, projects, and special assignments may be part of your work experience.
Key Duties / Responsibilities:
- Test, troubleshoot, and repair various non-conforming electronic assemblies, devices, and components, completing work in a timely manner, with direction and support from the Service Department Lead
- Provide general support to the Service team with administrative and other tasks as assigned
- Maintain work area, tools, and equipment in a clean and orderly condition, and follow prescribed safety procedures and regulations
- Complete required documentation and paperwork
- Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned
Education / Experience:
- Current pursuit of Associate or Bachelor’s degree in electronics or related field required
- Relevant previous experience either in class lab environment, home hobby, or work environment required
Job Knowledge / Requirements:
- Basic electronics skills including: disassemble/reassemble basic hardware components; solder basic PCB components; and use of oscilloscope, power supply, and volt meter
- Basic understanding of PC hardware/software
- Reliably complete assigned tasks with limited supervision, and demonstrate learning and building on previous instruction and experiences
- Competency in computer skills: MS Office and Google applications, query tools, and database systems and applications
- Strong English written and oral communication skills required; including reading, explaining, documenting, and following instructions, forms, and processes, and participating in team/project discussions and presentations
- Complete work both independently and as an effective member of the team, adapting to changing requirements, deadlines, and priorities as needed
- Critical success criteria include attention to detail, organized approach to work, effective time management, problem solving, follow-through, and meeting quality and productivity standards
Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:
- Positions working with Cadwell equipment generally may require some reaching, bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, finger dexterity, repetitive motions, standing, walking, sitting, hearing, visual acuity, color vision, and 2-way written/verbal communication. More specific details may be provided as needed or requested.
- Use of computer and various hand and electronic tools
Cadwell Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources Department at careers@cadwell.com.
Salary Range
- $20—$21 USD
Position Summary:
Cadwell Industries began with the design of the world’s first microprocessor-controlled EMG instrument, and now offers neurodiagnostic and electrodiagnostic (EDX) medical equipment, and supplies and accessories for EMG, EEG, IONM, and PSG. Cadwell is proud to design, source, manufacture and support our American-made neurodiagnostic solutions. Today, we employ more than 110 people at our Kennewick headquarters, who contribute to research, hardware and software design, assembly, marketing, distribution, sales support, and customer support. We also have a network of sales and support representatives in the USA, and a growing international team based in China, Singapore, and the Netherlands.
The Service Engineering Technician Intern supports the Technical Service Department through equipment repair, administrative support, and basic troubleshooting. Will work closely with technical and non-technical team members on a variety of tasks that facilitate development as an Electronics Engineer or related field.
The Intern position is a hands-on role. Regular tasks, assistance, projects, and special assignments may be part of your work experience.
Key Duties / Responsibilities:
- Test, troubleshoot, and repair various non-conforming electronic assemblies, devices, and components, completing work in a timely manner, with direction and support from the Service Department Lead
- Provide general support to the Service team with administrative and other tasks as assigned
- Maintain work area, tools, and equipment in a clean and orderly condition, and follow prescribed safety procedures and regulations
- Complete required documentation and paperwork
- Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned
Education / Experience:
- Current pursuit of Associate or Bachelor’s degree in electronics or related field required
- Relevant previous experience either in class lab environment, home hobby, or work environment required
Job Knowledge / Requirements:
- Basic electronics skills including: disassemble/reassemble basic hardware components; solder basic PCB components; and use of oscilloscope, power supply, and volt meter
- Basic understanding of PC hardware/software
- Reliably complete assigned tasks with limited supervision, and demonstrate learning and building on previous instruction and experiences
- Competency in computer skills: MS Office and Google applications, query tools, and database systems and applications
- Strong English written and oral communication skills required; including reading, explaining, documenting, and following instructions, forms, and processes, and participating in team/project discussions and presentations
- Complete work both independently and as an effective member of the team, adapting to changing requirements, deadlines, and priorities as needed
- Critical success criteria include attention to detail, organized approach to work, effective time management, problem solving, follow-through, and meeting quality and productivity standards
Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:
- Positions working with Cadwell equipment generally may require some reaching, bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, finger dexterity, repetitive motions, standing, walking, sitting, hearing, visual acuity, color vision, and 2-way written/verbal communication. More specific details may be provided as needed or requested.
- Use of computer and various hand and electronic tools
Cadwell Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources Department at careers@cadwell.com.
Salary Range
- $20—$21 USD
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Manufacturing Technician
Align your training plan to SOC codes
Your DS-2019 training plan must match a recognized occupation. Pull the Manufacturing Technician profile from O*NET to confirm the exact skills, tasks, and knowledge areas your host employer should document before the designated sponsor reviews your application.
Separate Intern from Trainee eligibility early
J-1 Intern status requires current enrollment in a degree program, while Trainee status is for those with a degree plus one year of related work experience. Applying under the wrong category gets your DS-2019 application rejected before it reaches a host employer.
Target manufacturers enrolled in E-Verify
Host employers in regulated industries like aerospace, automotive, and electronics are more familiar with hosting J-1 exchange visitors. E-Verify participation signals a facility already managing federal employment-verification compliance, which correlates with smoother J-1 host agreements.
Search J-1-compatible roles on Migrate Mate
Filter by Manufacturing Technician roles on Migrate Mate to surface U.S. employers whose hiring patterns align with exchange visitor programs. This cuts the time you'd otherwise spend cold-approaching facilities that have no J-1 hosting experience.
Confirm wage compliance before accepting offers
Your training compensation must meet prevailing wage standards. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level for your specific manufacturing occupation and work location before your designated sponsor finalizes the DS-2019 and training plan.
Factor the two-year home residency rule into your timeline
Some Manufacturing Technician trainees from countries with exchange agreements are subject to a two-year home-country residency requirement after program completion. Verify your eligibility with USCIS or your designated sponsor before accepting an offer that conflicts with future U.S. work plans.
Manufacturing Technician J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category covers Manufacturing Technician roles?
Most Manufacturing Technician exchange visitors enter under the Trainee category, which is for individuals who have a degree in a relevant field plus at least one year of related work experience, or five years of work experience without a degree. Current students completing a degree program may qualify under the Intern category instead, provided the training relates directly to their field of study.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa as a Manufacturing Technician?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your host employer. Organizations like Cultural Vistas or AIPT issue your DS-2019 form, review your training plan, and monitor compliance throughout the program. Your host employer is the manufacturing facility where you train. These are two separate relationships, and confusing them can stall your application.
How do I find U.S. manufacturing employers open to J-1 host arrangements?
Use Migrate Mate to search Manufacturing Technician roles and identify employers whose hiring patterns align with exchange visitor programs. Many mid-size manufacturers in sectors like precision machining, electronics assembly, and medical devices have hosted J-1 trainees before. Direct outreach works best when you can show a clear training objective tied to skills that aren't readily available in your home country.
What does the J-1 training plan require for a Manufacturing Technician position?
Your designated sponsor requires a detailed training plan, called a DS-7002, that breaks down the specific skills you'll develop, the supervision structure, the phase-by-phase schedule, and how the training connects to your prior education or work experience. For manufacturing roles, this typically includes sections on quality control procedures, equipment operation, safety protocols, and any specialized production techniques central to the host facility's operations.
Can the two-year home residency requirement affect my plans after a J-1 Trainee program?
Yes, if your home country appears on the State Department's skills list or if your program was government-funded, you may be required to return home for two years before applying for certain U.S. visas, including H-1B visa or a green card. This restriction doesn't prevent you from completing your training, but it does affect long-term planning. Confirm whether it applies to you with USCIS or your designated sponsor before you begin the program.