J-1 Visa Production Lead Jobs
Production Lead roles in U.S. manufacturing and operations facilities can qualify for J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Intern category, depending on your career stage. A State Department-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019, while the facility acts as your host employer.
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Serving the needs of all families with young children, Carter’s Inc. is the largest North American apparel retailer exclusively for babies and young children, encompassing Carter’s, OshKosh B’gosh, Skip*Hop and Little Planet brands. Meaningful work, constant learning, genuine people, and a community guided by core values that promote inclusion and innovation is in everything we do. There are many reasons to build your career at Carter's.
ROLE
This role typically reports to a Packaging Engineer and is based in our Buckhead office in our hybrid/ in-office work environment (4 days/week in-office).
Responsibilities
- Update packaging artwork files (labels, tags, boxes) using Adobe Illustrator
- Make simple edits like text changes, sizing, and layout updates
- Send artwork to suppliers and help track approvals
- Review layouts to ensure they match brand guidelines
- Help keep packaging projects on track with established timelines
- Maintain and organize artwork files, images, and details in systems/tools
- Track status of artwork approvals and flag any delays
- Review packaging samples and proofs for accuracy
- Help check colors and layout against brand standards
- Share feedback with the team and suppliers for corrections
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Must have:
- Enrollment in a Bachelor/Master’s degree program at the time of the internship (certificate programs are not eligible)
- Availability to start on the designated start date
- Excellent communication and analytical skills as well as have basic knowledge of Adobe Illustrator
- Ability to interpret supervisor’s direction
- Ability to act as liaison between many departments
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Adobe Suite
- Experience with design, print or artwork projects (school or internship)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred skills and experience:
- Interest in working in children's clothing and packaging
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
- Success starts from within, and we have several paths from which you can choose to enhance your career evolution. From Carter’s University to Toastmasters to mentorship programs and more, we encourage you to utilize these tools to elevate your professional prowess.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties described may be changed or reassigned at the discretion of management, and the employee may be required to perform duties that are not listed in the job description.
Carters is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
INTRODUCTION
Serving the needs of all families with young children, Carter’s Inc. is the largest North American apparel retailer exclusively for babies and young children, encompassing Carter’s, OshKosh B’gosh, Skip*Hop and Little Planet brands. Meaningful work, constant learning, genuine people, and a community guided by core values that promote inclusion and innovation is in everything we do. There are many reasons to build your career at Carter's.
ROLE
This role typically reports to a Packaging Engineer and is based in our Buckhead office in our hybrid/ in-office work environment (4 days/week in-office).
Responsibilities
- Update packaging artwork files (labels, tags, boxes) using Adobe Illustrator
- Make simple edits like text changes, sizing, and layout updates
- Send artwork to suppliers and help track approvals
- Review layouts to ensure they match brand guidelines
- Help keep packaging projects on track with established timelines
- Maintain and organize artwork files, images, and details in systems/tools
- Track status of artwork approvals and flag any delays
- Review packaging samples and proofs for accuracy
- Help check colors and layout against brand standards
- Share feedback with the team and suppliers for corrections
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Must have:
- Enrollment in a Bachelor/Master’s degree program at the time of the internship (certificate programs are not eligible)
- Availability to start on the designated start date
- Excellent communication and analytical skills as well as have basic knowledge of Adobe Illustrator
- Ability to interpret supervisor’s direction
- Ability to act as liaison between many departments
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Adobe Suite
- Experience with design, print or artwork projects (school or internship)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred skills and experience:
- Interest in working in children's clothing and packaging
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
- Success starts from within, and we have several paths from which you can choose to enhance your career evolution. From Carter’s University to Toastmasters to mentorship programs and more, we encourage you to utilize these tools to elevate your professional prowess.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties described may be changed or reassigned at the discretion of management, and the employee may be required to perform duties that are not listed in the job description.
Carters is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Production Lead
Align your training plan with production workflows
Your DS-2019 training plan must map directly to observable production skills: line coordination, shift scheduling, quality control checkpoints. Generic plans get flagged by designated sponsors. Document each rotation phase with measurable learning outcomes before submitting.
Confirm your J-1 category before targeting employers
Current students typically qualify under the Intern category, while post-graduation professionals with relevant work experience qualify under Trainee. Applying to host employers under the wrong category wastes time. Your designated sponsor confirms which category your profile fits.
Search for host employers using Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find U.S. production and manufacturing employers whose roles align with J-1 exchange visitor programs. Filtering by role and industry narrows your list to hosts with realistic pathways for Trainee and Intern placements.
Check whether the host employer uses E-Verify
Some production facilities are required by state law or federal contract to use E-Verify. Confirming this before your offer stage prevents delays, since E-Verify authorization must be completed before your first day as a J-1 exchange visitor.
Prepare documentation that shows supervisory scope
Production Lead roles require demonstrating that your training involves genuine leadership exposure, not just line-level tasks. Compile evidence of team coordination experience, shift oversight, or process improvement projects from previous roles before your designated sponsor reviews your application.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement early
If your home country appears on the State Department's Exchange Visitor Skills List or your program is government-funded, a two-year home residency requirement may attach to your J-1. Determine this before accepting an offer, since it affects future visa options.
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Find Production Lead JobsProduction Lead J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Production Lead role?
Most Production Lead candidates fall under the Trainee category, which is designed for foreign nationals with a degree or professional certificate plus at least one year of relevant work experience outside the United States. Current students pursuing production management coursework may qualify under the Intern category instead, which requires enrollment in a degree program related to the placement.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a production role?
The J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT, not the manufacturing facility where you'll work. The facility is your host employer. The designated sponsor issues your DS-2019, approves your training plan, and monitors program compliance throughout your exchange. Your host employer and designated sponsor are two separate entities with distinct responsibilities.
How long can a J-1 Trainee placement in a production facility last?
J-1 Trainee placements can last up to 18 months. For production roles that incorporate structured agricultural training components, the maximum extends to 12 months. Your training plan must justify the full duration with distinct skill-building phases. Extensions beyond the approved period require your designated sponsor's approval and an updated training plan before the original program end date.
How do I find U.S. production facilities open to hosting J-1 exchange visitors?
Migrate Mate lets you search for U.S. employers and Production Lead roles that align with J-1 exchange visitor programs. Many production facilities that host exchange visitors don't advertise that status in standard job postings, so filtering by role type and industry helps identify realistic host employers before you invest time in outreach.
Can a J-1 Production Lead trainee transition to an H-1B after the program ends?
A transition is possible but depends on whether the two-year home residency requirement applies to your J-1. If it does, you must return home for two years or obtain a waiver before changing to H-1B status. If it doesn't apply, your employer can file an H-1B petition during the annual registration period, subject to the cap and lottery process.
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