J-1 Visa Production Scheduler Jobs
Production Scheduler roles in the U.S. are accessible to international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Intern category, depending on your career stage. A State Department-designated sponsor issues your DS-2019 and oversees your training plan while the manufacturing or logistics employer acts as your host.
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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 Scheduler
Frame your training plan around scheduling systems
Your DS-2019 training plan must tie directly to skill gaps you can't address at home. Document hands-on experience with MRP, ERP, or capacity planning tools like SAP or Oracle as specific learning objectives, not vague job duties.
Target manufacturers with structured J-1 host agreements
Production facilities in automotive, electronics, and aerospace regularly host J-1 Trainees under AIPT or Cultural Vistas agreements. Search by industry sector and look for postings that explicitly reference an existing host organization relationship, not just 'visa assistance.'
Search J-1-aligned roles using Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter U.S. Production Scheduler and supply chain roles by employers with J-1 hosting history. Targeting hosts who've previously filed training plans saves weeks of cold outreach to companies unfamiliar with the program.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement early
If your J-1 category carries the two-year home-country physical presence requirement, disclose this to your host employer before accepting an offer. It affects any future H-1B or green card pathway and shapes their willingness to invest in your placement.
Align your credential documentation with OFLC wage classifications
Production Scheduler falls under SOC 13-1023 in the DOL classification system. Pull the prevailing wage for your target metro using the OFLC Wage Search before your offer stage so your host can confirm the offered wage meets J-1 compliance requirements.
Verify your sponsor issues DS-2019 for industrial training
Not all State Department-designated sponsors cover manufacturing and supply chain training programs. Confirm your chosen sponsor's approved program categories before your host employer commits, since a mismatch delays DS-2019 issuance and can unwind a signed offer.
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Find Production Scheduler JobsProduction Scheduler J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Production Scheduler role?
Most Production Scheduler placements fall under the J-1 Trainee category, which is designed for foreign nationals who have a degree or professional certificate and at least one year of experience outside the U.S. If you're still enrolled in a degree program and the position is part of a curriculum-linked internship, the Intern category may apply instead. The host employer and your designated sponsor determine the correct category based on your background.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa for a Production Scheduler position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not the hiring employer. Organizations like AIPT, Cultural Vistas, or IIE issue your DS-2019 form and are legally responsible for monitoring your training plan. The manufacturing or logistics company where you work is the host organization. That distinction matters because the host can change training roles, but only the designated sponsor can amend your DS-2019.
How do I find U.S. employers willing to host a J-1 Production Scheduler?
Migrate Mate lets you search Production Scheduler and supply chain roles by employers with documented J-1 hosting history, which removes the guesswork of identifying companies already familiar with the training plan requirements. Mid-size manufacturers in automotive, aerospace, and consumer goods sectors account for a large share of industrial J-1 placements because their production complexity justifies multi-month structured training programs.
Does a Production Scheduler J-1 placement require a formal training plan?
Yes. Every J-1 Trainee placement requires a signed Form DS-7002 training plan that outlines specific phases, learning objectives, and supervision arrangements. For a Production Scheduler role, your plan should map each phase to a concrete operational skill, such as capacity planning, materials requirements processing, or production data analysis. Your designated sponsor reviews and must approve the plan before issuing the DS-2019.
Can my J-1 Production Scheduler placement lead to long-term U.S. employment?
It depends on whether your J-1 category carries the two-year home-country physical presence requirement. If it does, you must return home for two years before applying for an H-1B or adjusting status, unless a waiver is granted. Waivers are available through limited pathways including a no-objection statement from your home government or a hardship claim, but neither is guaranteed. Confirm your requirement status with your designated sponsor before accepting any offer.
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