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Assistant Operations Manager jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in business, supply chain, or industrial engineering. Most roles qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B visa sponsorship, and the operational leadership experience you build directly supports long-term visa pathways.
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Assistant Operations Manager
Job Description:
NOW HIRING: Assistant Operations Manager (Manager in Training)
Compensation:
$70,304 per year
Job Overview
The Assistant Operations Manager will be responsible for assisting with coordinating and directing operations necessary to carry out contractual responsibilities between SBM and customers including all necessary planning, supervision, budgeting, vendor and supply contact, customer relations and other high level managerial or supervisor responsibilities.
Roles & Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.
- Assist with developing work schedules to ensure adequate service
- Prepare schedules for service personnel, assigns personnel to routes
- Assist with inspection and evaluation of establishment for program compliance, i.e., safety, quality, and service
- Assist with inventory supplies and equipment
- Investigate and promote improved equipment and methods
- Review customer requests for service to ascertain cause for service request, type of malfunction, and address with manager
- Assist with implementation and execution of policies and goals
- Inspect plant and evaluate use of space and facilities
- Assist with plan, budget, and schedule modifications including cost estimates bid sheets and contracts
- Participate in the development of long-range plans, conceptual designs, and capital outlay requirements for program/process improvements
- Assist with coordination of program specifications, requirements for proposals and contracts, and associated documents
- Maintain a safe work environment for self and employees
- Assist with compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, such as, FLSA, OSHA, ADA, etc.
- Act as liaison between company, customers, clients, employees, and subcontractors
- Review correspondence concerning contractors and responds as appropriate
- Establish and maintain contact with contractors to ensure the smooth working of the contract process
- Conduct and attend meetings to communicate top down, and bottom up on a consistent real time basis, with customers, clients, and employees
- Assist with human resource concerns and issues
- Some travel may be required for this position
Qualification
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job safely. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Education and/ or Experience
A.A. Degree required in Business Management, or a related field with 2+ years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
- CPR/AED/First Aid certification a plus
- Bilingual a plus
- May be required to have a valid driver’s license.
- Completed all safety and task training certification.
- May be required to be forklift certified.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Bilingual a plus
- Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment and willing to share with team.
- Knowledge of the upkeep and care of the cleaning equipment.
- Knowledge of cleaning compounds and chemicals, and their safe, efficient use.
- Customer service, problem solving, time management, project management, planning, excellent communication, presentation, interviewing, coaching, and training skills.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Computer Skills.
- Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, employees, and general public.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Carries out management responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, planning, assigning, and directing work; performance evaluations; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Ensure employees are properly trained on tasks and safety requirements.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or listen. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Benefits:
SBM offers comprehensive benefit packages. For information about SBM's benefits, please visit SBM's website at:
SBM Management Services, LP and its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity workplaces. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, sex, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or other legally protected status.
Title:
Assistant Operations Manager
Job Description:
NOW HIRING: Assistant Operations Manager (Manager in Training)
Compensation:
$70,304 per year
Job Overview
The Assistant Operations Manager will be responsible for assisting with coordinating and directing operations necessary to carry out contractual responsibilities between SBM and customers including all necessary planning, supervision, budgeting, vendor and supply contact, customer relations and other high level managerial or supervisor responsibilities.
Roles & Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.
- Assist with developing work schedules to ensure adequate service
- Prepare schedules for service personnel, assigns personnel to routes
- Assist with inspection and evaluation of establishment for program compliance, i.e., safety, quality, and service
- Assist with inventory supplies and equipment
- Investigate and promote improved equipment and methods
- Review customer requests for service to ascertain cause for service request, type of malfunction, and address with manager
- Assist with implementation and execution of policies and goals
- Inspect plant and evaluate use of space and facilities
- Assist with plan, budget, and schedule modifications including cost estimates bid sheets and contracts
- Participate in the development of long-range plans, conceptual designs, and capital outlay requirements for program/process improvements
- Assist with coordination of program specifications, requirements for proposals and contracts, and associated documents
- Maintain a safe work environment for self and employees
- Assist with compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, such as, FLSA, OSHA, ADA, etc.
- Act as liaison between company, customers, clients, employees, and subcontractors
- Review correspondence concerning contractors and responds as appropriate
- Establish and maintain contact with contractors to ensure the smooth working of the contract process
- Conduct and attend meetings to communicate top down, and bottom up on a consistent real time basis, with customers, clients, and employees
- Assist with human resource concerns and issues
- Some travel may be required for this position
Qualification
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job safely. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Education and/ or Experience
A.A. Degree required in Business Management, or a related field with 2+ years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
- CPR/AED/First Aid certification a plus
- Bilingual a plus
- May be required to have a valid driver’s license.
- Completed all safety and task training certification.
- May be required to be forklift certified.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Bilingual a plus
- Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment and willing to share with team.
- Knowledge of the upkeep and care of the cleaning equipment.
- Knowledge of cleaning compounds and chemicals, and their safe, efficient use.
- Customer service, problem solving, time management, project management, planning, excellent communication, presentation, interviewing, coaching, and training skills.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Computer Skills.
- Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, employees, and general public.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Carries out management responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, planning, assigning, and directing work; performance evaluations; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Ensure employees are properly trained on tasks and safety requirements.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or listen. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Benefits:
SBM offers comprehensive benefit packages. For information about SBM's benefits, please visit SBM's website at:
SBM Management Services, LP and its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity workplaces. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, sex, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or other legally protected status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Assistant Operations Manager
Target companies with active H-1B histories
Employers who have sponsored H-1B visas before are far more likely to do it again. Search OPT roles on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with documented sponsorship track records so you're not guessing about their willingness.
Frame your degree as a specialty occupation match
Operations management roles require a specific degree field to qualify as a specialty occupation. Lead with your business, engineering, or supply chain degree in your resume and cover letter to make the H-1B eligibility case obvious for hiring managers.
Start the conversation about sponsorship early
Raising sponsorship late in the process wastes everyone's time. Mention your OPT authorization and your H-1B eligibility timeline in your first recruiter screen so only interested employers move you forward.
Apply with enough runway on your OPT
H-1B petitions must be filed before your OPT expires. Apply to Assistant Operations Manager roles at least six months before your authorization ends so employers have time to initiate sponsorship without pressure.
Highlight quantifiable operational impact
Sponsoring employers want evidence you'll perform. Use concrete numbers on your resume, reduced costs by a percentage, improved throughput, cut cycle times, to demonstrate the specialized value that justifies the H-1B filing investment.
Clarify your STEM OPT extension eligibility upfront
If your degree is in a STEM field like industrial or systems engineering, you may qualify for a 24-month OPT extension. Communicating this gives employers an additional two years before H-1B sponsorship becomes urgent, which meaningfully increases your appeal.
Assistant Operations Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an Assistant Operations Manager on F-1 OPT?
Yes. Assistant Operations Manager roles are generally considered specialty occupations that require a bachelor's degree or higher in a related field such as business administration, supply chain management, or industrial engineering. As long as your OPT authorization is active and the role aligns with your degree, you're eligible to work in this position.
Do Assistant Operations Manager jobs typically lead to H-1B sponsorship?
Many do, particularly at mid-size and large employers in manufacturing, logistics, retail, and technology. The role qualifies as a specialty occupation under H-1B standards when the employer can demonstrate a degree requirement. Companies with existing immigration infrastructure are the most reliable path. Migrate Mate filters for employers with sponsorship histories so you can focus your applications effectively.
How does a STEM OPT extension affect my job search for this role?
If your degree is in a STEM field, you can apply for a 24-month OPT extension, giving you up to three years of total work authorization. For employers, that extra runway reduces urgency around H-1B sponsorship and often makes them more willing to hire. Business degrees alone do not qualify for the STEM extension.
Does my degree field need to match the Assistant Operations Manager role?
Yes. OPT authorization requires that your employment be directly related to your major field of study. An Assistant Operations Manager role will typically align with degrees in business administration, operations management, supply chain, or industrial engineering. If your degree is in an unrelated field, the role may not satisfy OPT requirements and could affect your status.
What should I look for in an employer to maximize my chances of sponsorship?
Look for employers who have filed H-1B petitions before, have an in-house HR or legal team familiar with immigration, and operate in industries like logistics, manufacturing, or tech where OPT hiring is common. Company size matters too since larger organizations typically have the resources and established processes to sponsor international employees without friction.