OPT Industrial Technician Jobs
Industrial Technician roles on OPT typically fall under STEM-designated programs in engineering or applied technology, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization. Employers in manufacturing, energy, and automation regularly hire OPT candidates for hands-on technical roles. Your EAD card is your work authorization document, no additional employer filing is required to start.
Find OPT Industrial Technician JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 241+ Industrial Technician jobs
See all 241+ Industrial Technician Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Industrial Technician roles.
Get Access To All JobsThis 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.
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.
See all 241+ OPT Industrial Technician Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new OPT Industrial Technician Jobs.
Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Industrial Technician
Target STEM OPT-eligible degree fields
Industrial Technician roles most often qualify under engineering technology or mechanical engineering CIP codes. Confirm your degree program is on the STEM OPT list before applying, so you can offer employers a full 36-month authorization window rather than just 12.
Apply to manufacturers with established OPT hiring
Large manufacturers and automation companies hire OPT students more consistently than small shops. Companies with existing international workforces and HR teams familiar with EAD cards move faster through onboarding and are less likely to withdraw offers over authorization questions.
Address your OPT timeline upfront in applications
State your OPT end date and STEM extension eligibility directly in your cover letter. Hiring managers in industrial roles often assume work authorization is more complicated than it is. Removing that uncertainty early keeps your application moving forward.
Highlight hands-on coursework and certifications
Industrial Technician roles are skills-focused. PLC programming, hydraulics, pneumatics, or electrical systems certifications carry real weight. List lab work, capstone projects, and any industry credentials alongside your degree to compete with candidates who have direct work experience.
Track your OPT reporting obligations during employment
While working as an Industrial Technician on OPT, report any employer or address changes to your DSO within 10 days. Gaps in reporting can jeopardize your STEM extension eligibility, so keep your SEVP portal records current throughout your authorization period.
Start your STEM extension application 90 days early
USCIS allows you to file your STEM OPT extension up to 90 days before your current EAD expires. Industrial roles often involve multi-month onboarding and training cycles, so uninterrupted authorization matters. Filing early protects you if USCIS processing runs longer than expected.
Industrial Technician OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Industrial Technician roles qualify for STEM OPT extension?
Most Industrial Technician positions qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, provided your degree falls under an eligible CIP code in engineering technology, mechanical engineering, or a related applied science field. The role itself must also be directly related to your degree. Confirm the CIP code with your DSO before applying, since the degree program determines eligibility rather than the job title alone.
Do employers need to file any paperwork to hire me as an Industrial Technician on OPT?
For standard 12-month OPT, your employer does not file anything with USCIS. Your EAD card is sufficient work authorization. For the STEM OPT extension, your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign a formal training plan with your school. Most mid-size and large manufacturers already participate in E-Verify, so this is rarely a barrier in industrial sectors.
How do I find Industrial Technician employers that are comfortable hiring OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and visa-status job seekers, so the Industrial Technician roles listed there are from employers already open to hiring candidates on work authorization. Searching on Migrate Mate filters out the friction of applying to companies unfamiliar with OPT, which is a practical time-saver when your authorization window is limited.
Can I work for a staffing agency or on a contract basis as an Industrial Technician on OPT?
Yes, contract and staffing agency placements are permitted on OPT as long as the work is directly related to your degree field. The staffing agency becomes your employer of record, so your EAD must list the correct authorization category. For STEM OPT, the end client where you physically work must be enrolled in E-Verify, not just the staffing agency.
What happens to my OPT if I get laid off from my Industrial Technician job?
F-1 students on OPT have a cumulative 90-day unemployment limit during the standard 12-month period, and an additional 60 days during the STEM extension. Losing your Industrial Technician job starts the clock on that unemployment window. Notify your DSO immediately and begin searching for a new qualifying position. Exceeding the limit terminates your OPT authorization regardless of EAD card expiration date.