OPT Industrial Sales Representative Jobs
Industrial Sales Representative jobs are open to F-1 OPT students with degrees in business, engineering, or a related technical field. Most roles involve selling industrial equipment, components, or services to B2B clients. STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on your specific degree classification, so verify with your DSO before applying.
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To determine work standards and measurements for production workers and to develop effective work methods to enhance productivity of workers and equipment. To design layout of equipment and work flow and select equipment to achieve desired results.
Work Location:
This is an on-site position and requires working in the office five days per week.
Interview Timeline (Tentative):
- August 16: Position closes.
- August 17-18: Interview panel reviews applicants and determines which candidates will move forward.
- August 21-24: Selected candidates complete Spark Hire one-way video interviews.
- Week of August 26: Panel interviews begin.
- Following panel interviews: A hiring decision will be made and an offer extended to the selected candidate.
Please note: This timeline is tentative and may change without notice.
Key Responsibilities
- Improves production efficiency by analyzing production problems with unit supervisors, designing work stations, work flow layout, and work method.
- Makes recommendation of equipment purchases by analyzing production problems, researching equipment options, and gathering data to determine cost justifications.
- Provides engineering expertise when introducing new items into the production line by contributing in team problem solving meetings, following through on assignments, doing research as assigned, and doing projections and estimates as needed.
- Determines parameters, standards and procedures for new incentive systems by analyzing problems and applying engineering skills and experience to create solutions.
- Determines standards for ensuring the finished product is of high quality by interpreting goals and management directives into ways of measuring quality and incorporating procedures into the methods of piece-rate workers.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and related work experience.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, including the ability to create, modify, and interpret facility layouts, workstation designs, workflow diagrams, and engineering drawings to support manufacturing and process improvement initiatives.
- Minimum of two years of engineering experience.
- Experience conducting time and motion studies.
- Ability to prioritize work, drive change, and solve complex problems using process improvement methodologies and tools.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems or related business systems preferred.
- Current temple recommend required.
- Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively convey information both orally and in writing.
- Knowledge of Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
Preferred Qualifications
- Management or supervisory experience.
- Knowledge of the garment manufacturing and sewing industry.
- Spanish and/or Portuguese language proficiency.
Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings—giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.
Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.
Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.
This position helps make gospel teachings, resources, or services accessible to all in a simple and affordable way, supporting the mission of the Church.
To determine work standards and measurements for production workers and to develop effective work methods to enhance productivity of workers and equipment. To design layout of equipment and work flow and select equipment to achieve desired results.
Work Location:
This is an on-site position and requires working in the office five days per week.
Interview Timeline (Tentative):
- August 16: Position closes.
- August 17-18: Interview panel reviews applicants and determines which candidates will move forward.
- August 21-24: Selected candidates complete Spark Hire one-way video interviews.
- Week of August 26: Panel interviews begin.
- Following panel interviews: A hiring decision will be made and an offer extended to the selected candidate.
Please note: This timeline is tentative and may change without notice.
Key Responsibilities
- Improves production efficiency by analyzing production problems with unit supervisors, designing work stations, work flow layout, and work method.
- Makes recommendation of equipment purchases by analyzing production problems, researching equipment options, and gathering data to determine cost justifications.
- Provides engineering expertise when introducing new items into the production line by contributing in team problem solving meetings, following through on assignments, doing research as assigned, and doing projections and estimates as needed.
- Determines parameters, standards and procedures for new incentive systems by analyzing problems and applying engineering skills and experience to create solutions.
- Determines standards for ensuring the finished product is of high quality by interpreting goals and management directives into ways of measuring quality and incorporating procedures into the methods of piece-rate workers.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and related work experience.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, including the ability to create, modify, and interpret facility layouts, workstation designs, workflow diagrams, and engineering drawings to support manufacturing and process improvement initiatives.
- Minimum of two years of engineering experience.
- Experience conducting time and motion studies.
- Ability to prioritize work, drive change, and solve complex problems using process improvement methodologies and tools.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems or related business systems preferred.
- Current temple recommend required.
- Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively convey information both orally and in writing.
- Knowledge of Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
Preferred Qualifications
- Management or supervisory experience.
- Knowledge of the garment manufacturing and sewing industry.
- Spanish and/or Portuguese language proficiency.
Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings—giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.
Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.
Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Industrial Sales Representative
Target manufacturers and distributors with established hiring programs
Large industrial manufacturers and regional distributors hire sales representatives regularly and are more likely to have HR teams familiar with OPT work authorization. Smaller firms may be willing but lack the infrastructure to process your paperwork quickly.
Lead with your technical background, not your visa status
Industrial sales roles value candidates who understand the product. A degree in mechanical engineering, materials science, or industrial technology makes you credible to both hiring managers and the clients you will serve in the field.
Know your OPT end date before every interview
Employers in industrial sales often hire for multi-year territory relationships. Showing that you understand your OPT timeline, including any STEM extension eligibility, signals maturity and helps managers plan for potential H-1B visa sponsorship down the road.
Ask about territory travel requirements early
Many industrial sales roles require regional or national travel. Confirm whether the role involves international travel, since leaving and re-entering the United States on OPT requires a valid visa stamp and a current EAD card at the port of entry.
Research whether the company has sponsored visas before
Companies that have filed H-1B petitions for employees in the past are significantly more likely to do so again. Prioritize employers with a documented history of sponsorship when your OPT timeline is short and you need a clear path forward.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for OPT-friendly industrial sales openings
Migrate Mate lists industrial sales roles from employers open to sponsoring work visas. Filtering by sponsorship history before applying saves time and focuses your energy on companies already comfortable with the OPT and H-1B process.
Industrial Sales Representative OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an Industrial Sales Representative on F-1 OPT?
Yes, if the role is directly related to your degree field. A degree in business, engineering, or a technical discipline typically satisfies the OPT employment requirement for industrial sales positions. Roles selling products tied to your field of study, such as engineering equipment for mechanical engineers, are the clearest fit. Confirm the connection with your DSO before accepting an offer.
Do Industrial Sales Representative jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
They can, but it depends on your degree's CIP code, not the job title. If your bachelor's or master's degree is in an approved STEM field such as industrial engineering or materials science, and the employer qualifies under E-Verify requirements, the role may support a 24-month STEM extension. A sales role at a manufacturing or technology company is more likely to qualify than one at a general trading firm.
How do I explain my OPT work authorization to an industrial sales employer?
Be straightforward and brief. Tell the hiring manager you are authorized to work in the United States on F-1 OPT, provide your EAD card as your employment authorization document, and clarify your end date. If you are STEM extension eligible, mention that too. Most employers in industrial sectors are comfortable with EAD-based authorization once it is explained clearly.
Where can I find Industrial Sales Representative jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists industrial sales openings from employers with a history of sponsoring work visas, which is the most reliable signal that a company understands and supports OPT candidates. Searching there lets you focus your applications on companies already familiar with the authorization process rather than spending time educating skeptical hiring managers.
What happens to my industrial sales job if my OPT expires before H-1B approval?
If your employer files an H-1B petition before your OPT expires and you are selected in the lottery, a cap-gap rule automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that year. You can continue working during the cap-gap period. If you are not selected, you would need to leave the United States or change to another valid status unless an alternative visa option is available.