OPT Manufacturing Supervisor Jobs
Manufacturing Supervisor jobs are available to F-1 OPT students with degrees in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, or operations management. STEM OPT extensions apply if your degree qualifies, giving you up to three years of work authorization to build supervisory experience in U.S. production environments.
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- Direct the development and implementation of activities in production areas to meet production goals, quality, and cost objectives
- Prioritize production schedules based on product build plan, equipment efficiency, and materials supply
- Administer procedures and facilitate training
- Make budgetary recommendations on capital expenditures and direct labor
- Select, evaluate and develop personnel, to ensure efficient and flexible production
- Lead subordinates to complete assignments using established guidelines, procedures, and policies
- Follow established practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained
- Monitor and manage daily day shift operations of multiple work areas
Education and Experience
- Technical AS Degree, BS degree or equivalent preferred
- 3 years of high technology manufacturing experience, supervision experience preferred
Key Skills
- Supervisory, coaching and people development skills
- Ability to facilitate and influence cross functional problem solving and process improvement
- Ability to create, communicate, and hold subordinates accountable to expectations
- Effective written, verbal and presentation communication skills
- Microsoft Office Application skills suitable for data analysis and reporting
- Understanding of basic Lean Manufacturing concepts such as One-Piece Flow, 5S, TAKT
- Fact based problem solving, able to separate opinion from data
- Direct experience with Oracle ERP or equivalent preferred
Evaluation Criteria
- Ability to evaluate individual performance and provide feedback necessary to improve performance, teamwork and accountability
- Successful experience selecting, hiring, and developing subordinates
- Demonstrated experience with performance management, providing real examples of positive performance feedback as well as constructive feedback
- Experience and skill providing formal performance review feedback to subordinates, including SMART goal management
- Successful experience facilitating team stand up meetings within a production environment
- Experience attending, contributing to, and facilitating peer level and above status meetings
- Effective business communication skills. Able to obtain complex data and summarize it into easy to understand, presentable information
- Effective identifying and implementing process changes as necessary to achieve targeted business objectives
- A constant learner that has a track record of expanding skills
- Fundamental understanding of Lean Manufacturing and 5S concepts
- Able to lead improvement in manufacturing areas. Knowledge of and experience with lean tools including one-piece flow, value stream maps, red tag, visual pull kanban
- A person that is generally likable and has a high probability of success in the Coherent culture
Working Conditions
Oversee daily operations within a Class 10,000 cleanroom environment, ensuring Technicians and Assemblers adhere strictly to gowning protocols, contamination control procedures, laser safety, and general safety regulations while maintaining high production quality standards.
Monitors and manages workforce activities in a controlled environment that requires extended periods of standing, attention to detail, and the use of specialized equipment, while maintaining compliance with environmental and ergonomic guidelines.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to lift 10-20 lbs. occasionally throughout the day
- Standing for multiple hours per day
- Sitting at workstation for multiple hours per day
Safety Requirements
All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.
Quality and Environmental Responsibilities
Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.
Culture Commitment
Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:
Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust
Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome
Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone
Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work
Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com.
ABOUT US
Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!
Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.
JOB INFO
Job Identification: 2012812
Posting Date: 06/24/2026, 12:31 PM
Degree Level: Associate Degree
Job Schedule: Full time
Locations: 27650 Southwest 95th Avenue, Wilsonville, OR, 97070, US (On-site)
Pay Scale: $89,859 - $121,341 per year
LinkedIn: #LI-JF1
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Direct the development and implementation of activities in production areas to meet production goals, quality, and cost objectives
- Prioritize production schedules based on product build plan, equipment efficiency, and materials supply
- Administer procedures and facilitate training
- Make budgetary recommendations on capital expenditures and direct labor
- Select, evaluate and develop personnel, to ensure efficient and flexible production
- Lead subordinates to complete assignments using established guidelines, procedures, and policies
- Follow established practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained
- Monitor and manage daily day shift operations of multiple work areas
Education and Experience
- Technical AS Degree, BS degree or equivalent preferred
- 3 years of high technology manufacturing experience, supervision experience preferred
Key Skills
- Supervisory, coaching and people development skills
- Ability to facilitate and influence cross functional problem solving and process improvement
- Ability to create, communicate, and hold subordinates accountable to expectations
- Effective written, verbal and presentation communication skills
- Microsoft Office Application skills suitable for data analysis and reporting
- Understanding of basic Lean Manufacturing concepts such as One-Piece Flow, 5S, TAKT
- Fact based problem solving, able to separate opinion from data
- Direct experience with Oracle ERP or equivalent preferred
Evaluation Criteria
- Ability to evaluate individual performance and provide feedback necessary to improve performance, teamwork and accountability
- Successful experience selecting, hiring, and developing subordinates
- Demonstrated experience with performance management, providing real examples of positive performance feedback as well as constructive feedback
- Experience and skill providing formal performance review feedback to subordinates, including SMART goal management
- Successful experience facilitating team stand up meetings within a production environment
- Experience attending, contributing to, and facilitating peer level and above status meetings
- Effective business communication skills. Able to obtain complex data and summarize it into easy to understand, presentable information
- Effective identifying and implementing process changes as necessary to achieve targeted business objectives
- A constant learner that has a track record of expanding skills
- Fundamental understanding of Lean Manufacturing and 5S concepts
- Able to lead improvement in manufacturing areas. Knowledge of and experience with lean tools including one-piece flow, value stream maps, red tag, visual pull kanban
- A person that is generally likable and has a high probability of success in the Coherent culture
Working Conditions
Oversee daily operations within a Class 10,000 cleanroom environment, ensuring Technicians and Assemblers adhere strictly to gowning protocols, contamination control procedures, laser safety, and general safety regulations while maintaining high production quality standards.
Monitors and manages workforce activities in a controlled environment that requires extended periods of standing, attention to detail, and the use of specialized equipment, while maintaining compliance with environmental and ergonomic guidelines.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to lift 10-20 lbs. occasionally throughout the day
- Standing for multiple hours per day
- Sitting at workstation for multiple hours per day
Safety Requirements
All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.
Quality and Environmental Responsibilities
Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.
Culture Commitment
Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:
Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust
Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome
Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone
Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work
Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com.
ABOUT US
Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!
Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.
JOB INFO
Job Identification: 2012812
Posting Date: 06/24/2026, 12:31 PM
Degree Level: Associate Degree
Job Schedule: Full time
Locations: 27650 Southwest 95th Avenue, Wilsonville, OR, 97070, US (On-site)
Pay Scale: $89,859 - $121,341 per year
LinkedIn: #LI-JF1
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Manufacturing Supervisor
Target manufacturers with established OPT hiring programs
Large manufacturers in automotive, aerospace, and consumer goods regularly hire OPT students for supervisory roles. Companies with existing international talent pipelines understand work authorization timelines and are more likely to support your OPT period without hesitation.
Confirm your degree qualifies for STEM OPT extension
Industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, and supply chain management degrees typically qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. Verify your CIP code with your DSO before applying, so you can tell employers you have up to three years of OPT eligibility.
Address work authorization proactively in your cover letter
Manufacturing hiring managers are often unfamiliar with OPT. A single clear sentence explaining your authorization status and end date removes ambiguity early. Mentioning STEM extension eligibility often shifts the conversation toward H-1B visa sponsorship planning down the line.
Highlight lean manufacturing and safety certifications
Certifications like Six Sigma Green Belt, OSHA 30, or Lean Manufacturing credentials signal supervisory readiness. These qualifications are recognized across U.S. production facilities and strengthen your application regardless of your visa status or country of origin.
Demonstrate hands-on floor experience in your resume
U.S. manufacturers prioritize supervisors who understand production processes firsthand. Internships, co-ops, or university lab roles that involved team coordination, output targets, or quality control give your application credibility for front-line leadership responsibilities.
Ask about H-1B sponsorship during the offer stage, not before
Raising H-1B sponsorship too early in the process can stall your candidacy. Once an employer has decided they want you, the conversation about long-term sponsorship is far more productive and is easier to frame around their investment in retaining you.
Manufacturing Supervisor OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as Manufacturing Supervisors in the U.S.?
Yes. F-1 OPT authorization covers full-time employment in roles directly related to your field of study. Manufacturing Supervisor positions typically align with industrial engineering, operations management, or manufacturing engineering degrees. Your Employment Authorization Document must be active before your start date, and your job responsibilities should connect clearly to your academic program.
Does a Manufacturing Supervisor role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as industrial engineering or manufacturing engineering, and your employer meets the E-Verify requirement, the role generally qualifies for the 24-month STEM extension. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO and verify your employer is enrolled in E-Verify before applying for the extension.
How do I find Manufacturing Supervisor jobs where employers are open to OPT?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for OPT-friendly employers, so you are not wasting applications on companies that won't consider candidates with work authorization requirements. Manufacturing Supervisor roles on Migrate Mate are sourced from employers familiar with F-1 OPT, which reduces friction during the hiring process and increases your chances of reaching the offer stage.
What happens to my OPT authorization if I get laid off from a Manufacturing Supervisor role?
You have a 90-day unemployment allowance during your OPT period, which is cumulative across all employers. If you are laid off, that clock starts immediately. STEM OPT authorization adds another 60 days, for a total of 150 days. Report your unemployment to your DSO promptly and begin your job search right away to stay within the allowance.
Do Manufacturing Supervisor jobs typically lead to H-1B sponsorship?
Many do, particularly at mid-size and large manufacturers with established immigration support programs. Manufacturing Supervisor is generally a specialty occupation when the role requires a relevant engineering or technical degree, which is necessary for H-1B eligibility. Employers in automotive, electronics, and industrial manufacturing have filed H-1B petitions for supervisory and engineering roles consistently across recent fiscal years.