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Production Supervisor roles in U.S. manufacturing and operations settings are available to international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Intern program category. State Department-designated sponsors issue your DS-2019, while the U.S. facility serves as your host employer for structured on-the-job training.
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Recruitment/Posting Title Intern - Production Assistant
Posting Number 26TM0272
Department University Press
Overview
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication’s 2023 list. Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking an Intern – Production Assistant for University Press.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
- Assists the Production Department with general tasks for newly transmitted manuscripts.
- Keeps track of information for initial tasks and notes.
- Updates Firebrand database with various information as needed.
- Designs checks on page proofs of books and proofread special projects.
- Creates back cover copy documents for monthly publications as requested.
- Distributes office copies of new books.
- Prepares monthly price and print run confirmation list from Firebrand as requested.
- Receives final files email, send e-publication orders, and upload final text and cover files to Bibliovault.
- Files copies in Internal Library and mail books to Library of Congress.
FLSA Nonexempt
Salary Details $15.92 per hour
Offer Information
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits
Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
- Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
- Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
- Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
- Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discount programs
Position Status Part Time
Working Hours 15 - 19.5 hours per week
Work Arrangement
Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly
Minimum Education and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Photoshop.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow specific instructions.
- Ability to remain flexible and organized with shifting priorities.
Preferred Qualifications
Location
Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus College Ave (RU-New Brunswick)
City New Brunswick
State NJ
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Do you have a High School diploma or equivalent?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Production Supervisor
Frame your training plan around measurable outcomes
Designated sponsors require a detailed Training/Internship Placement Plan (Form DS-7002) before issuing your DS-2019. Structure yours around specific production metrics, lean manufacturing methods, or quality control systems you'll learn, not just job duties.
Verify your category before approaching host employers
If you're a current student or recent graduate within 12 months of graduation, the J-1 visa Intern category applies. Working professionals with a degree plus one year of experience qualify under Trainee. Applying under the wrong category will stall your placement.
Target manufacturers already hosting J-1 Trainees
Use Migrate Mate to find U.S. production and operations employers with a track record of hosting international exchange visitors, so you're not educating a hiring manager about the J-1 host-employer relationship from scratch.
Confirm host employer size and insurance coverage
DOL regulations bar J-1 Trainees from being placed at worksites with fewer than five employees or companies without adequate workers' compensation insurance. Verify both before you finalize any offer, since non-compliant hosts cause DS-2019 rejections.
Address the two-year home residency rule upfront
Some J-1 Production Supervisor placements are subject to the two-year home-country physical presence requirement, particularly if your home government or a U.S. agency funded your training. Determine your 212(e) status early, as it affects any future H-1B visa or green card plans.
Negotiate a written training timeline before signing anything
Your designated sponsor will audit the training plan against actual rotations. Host employers in production environments sometimes reassign trainees to line supervision full-time without structured skill progression, which can jeopardize your J-1 compliance and program extension.
Production Supervisor J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Production Supervisor roles?
Most international professionals pursuing Production Supervisor placements qualify under the J-1 Trainee category, which requires a relevant degree plus at least one year of work experience, or five years of work experience without a degree. Current students or recent graduates within 12 months of completing their program fall under the Intern category instead. The host employer's training plan must align with whichever category your designated sponsor certifies.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Production Supervisor position?
The 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. That facility is your host employer. The designated sponsor issues your DS-2019, oversees program compliance, co-signs your training plan, and acts as your legal sponsor throughout the exchange. Your host employer handles day-to-day supervision and pays your compensation.
How do I find U.S. manufacturers willing to host a J-1 Trainee in a supervisory role?
Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. production and operations employers that have experience hosting international exchange visitors. Host employers who already understand the DS-2019 process and training plan requirements move significantly faster through placement than those encountering J-1 for the first time, which shortens your path from offer to visa issuance.
Can a J-1 Production Supervisor trainee perform actual supervisory duties or only observe?
J-1 Trainees can perform substantive work, including directing production staff, if those duties appear in the approved DS-7002 training plan. The key compliance requirement is that the placement must advance genuine skills development, not simply fill an open position. Placements structured purely as labor substitution, where the trainee replaces a full-time employee without a structured learning component, violate J-1 program regulations.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect Production Supervisor J-1 trainees?
It can. The 212(e) two-year home-country physical presence requirement applies if your home government or a U.S. government agency funded your training, or if your home country appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List. Production and manufacturing disciplines appear on that list for several countries. If 212(e) applies to you, you'll need to complete two years in your home country or obtain a waiver before switching to H-1B or adjusting status.