OPT Operations Project Manager Jobs
Operations Project Manager roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with business, industrial engineering, or supply chain backgrounds. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B visa sponsorship, and the cross-functional nature of the work makes you a visible candidate for long-term employment.
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As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you’re provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family – take care of your career and your community!
Meijer Rewards
- Weekly pay
- Scheduling flexibility
- Paid parental leave
- Paid education assistance
- Team member discount
- Development programs for advancement and career growth
Please review the job profile below and apply today!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Are you seeking to join a thriving organization? Do you possess a fervent dedication to nurturing tomorrow's leaders? We are on the lookout for an exceptional Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager to Join Meijer to support our Northville, MI Store location.
The Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager is responsible for overall team member engagement for those in span of care. You will be responsible for driving recognition, feedback and coaching, performance management, training and development, and succession planning. Direct Leads and Team Leaders, while ultimately being accountable for area operations and financials (shrink, productivity, safety, scheduling & forecasting staffing needs, and team member and customer conflict resolution). The Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager will work to identify and implement process improvements as well as serve as a steward of the Meijer culture.
A career at Meijer offers more than just a paycheck. We provide a wide range of benefits designed to support a positive work-life balance, ensuring that you can thrive both personally and professionally:
- Get Paid Weekly
- Medical/Dental/Vision/401K (effective on Start Date - Leaders Only)
- 3 Weeks of Paid Days Off (effective on Start Date - Leaders Only)
- Tuition Free and Reimbursement Education Assistance (effective on Start Date)
- Child and Adult Care Assistance
- Team Member Discount
- ...and Much More!!!
What You’ll be Doing:
- Engages with team members in span of care to ensure they are receiving appropriate onboarding, training and development, and coaching and feedback to be successful in all they do.
- Identifies talent and engages in career discussions to support overall store staffing and ensure a diversified talent pipeline strategy for team member as well as leadership roles.
- Involvement in candid discussions with team members to ensure Meijer standards are upheld and team members have the ability to grow within the organization.
- Accountability for area operations and financial results by overseeing the execution of corporate plans to ensure all services and products are effectively managed in order to maximize sales and productivity ultimately owning budget line items in the P&L.
- Drives safety and compliance throughout the store in addition to overall condition management as well as responsibility for following all compliance procedures in the store.
- Ensures the Team Leaders and Leads are providing guidance and assigning daily work assignments for team members as well as any training needs.
- This job profile is not meant to be all inclusive of the responsibilities of this position; may perform other duties as assigned or required.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 4+ years of retail/grocery or customer service experience.
- Progressive leadership experience preferred.
- A passion to provide industry leading service.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate with team members in a way that provides clear and precise direction.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze financial and statistical information and use that information to make informed decisions.
- Demonstrated ability to lead an organization that practices working safely at all times.
- Demonstrates proactive/creative thinking and applies it to the business.
- A thorough understanding of seasonal and diverse merchandising which leads to meeting the needs of our customers/community and gaining sales and market share.
- A strong business acumen.
- An innovative attitude to help Meijer set the industry standard.
- A commitment to fostering an inclusive environment where all team members and vendors feel valued and supported.
INTRODUCTION
As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you’re provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family – take care of your career and your community!
Meijer Rewards
- Weekly pay
- Scheduling flexibility
- Paid parental leave
- Paid education assistance
- Team member discount
- Development programs for advancement and career growth
Please review the job profile below and apply today!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Are you seeking to join a thriving organization? Do you possess a fervent dedication to nurturing tomorrow's leaders? We are on the lookout for an exceptional Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager to Join Meijer to support our Northville, MI Store location.
The Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager is responsible for overall team member engagement for those in span of care. You will be responsible for driving recognition, feedback and coaching, performance management, training and development, and succession planning. Direct Leads and Team Leaders, while ultimately being accountable for area operations and financials (shrink, productivity, safety, scheduling & forecasting staffing needs, and team member and customer conflict resolution). The Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager will work to identify and implement process improvements as well as serve as a steward of the Meijer culture.
A career at Meijer offers more than just a paycheck. We provide a wide range of benefits designed to support a positive work-life balance, ensuring that you can thrive both personally and professionally:
- Get Paid Weekly
- Medical/Dental/Vision/401K (effective on Start Date - Leaders Only)
- 3 Weeks of Paid Days Off (effective on Start Date - Leaders Only)
- Tuition Free and Reimbursement Education Assistance (effective on Start Date)
- Child and Adult Care Assistance
- Team Member Discount
- ...and Much More!!!
What You’ll be Doing:
- Engages with team members in span of care to ensure they are receiving appropriate onboarding, training and development, and coaching and feedback to be successful in all they do.
- Identifies talent and engages in career discussions to support overall store staffing and ensure a diversified talent pipeline strategy for team member as well as leadership roles.
- Involvement in candid discussions with team members to ensure Meijer standards are upheld and team members have the ability to grow within the organization.
- Accountability for area operations and financial results by overseeing the execution of corporate plans to ensure all services and products are effectively managed in order to maximize sales and productivity ultimately owning budget line items in the P&L.
- Drives safety and compliance throughout the store in addition to overall condition management as well as responsibility for following all compliance procedures in the store.
- Ensures the Team Leaders and Leads are providing guidance and assigning daily work assignments for team members as well as any training needs.
- This job profile is not meant to be all inclusive of the responsibilities of this position; may perform other duties as assigned or required.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 4+ years of retail/grocery or customer service experience.
- Progressive leadership experience preferred.
- A passion to provide industry leading service.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate with team members in a way that provides clear and precise direction.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze financial and statistical information and use that information to make informed decisions.
- Demonstrated ability to lead an organization that practices working safely at all times.
- Demonstrates proactive/creative thinking and applies it to the business.
- A thorough understanding of seasonal and diverse merchandising which leads to meeting the needs of our customers/community and gaining sales and market share.
- A strong business acumen.
- An innovative attitude to help Meijer set the industry standard.
- A commitment to fostering an inclusive environment where all team members and vendors feel valued and supported.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Operations Project Manager
Target employers with established OPT hiring pipelines
Large enterprises in logistics, tech, and manufacturing hire OPT students for operations roles regularly. These companies have HR teams familiar with work authorization paperwork, which reduces friction when you bring up your OPT status during the offer stage.
Frame your degree as directly tied to the role
H-1B visa sponsorship for project managers requires the position to qualify as a specialty occupation. A degree in industrial engineering, supply chain, or business administration directly supports that argument. Emphasize the academic connection in your resume and interviews.
Raise OPT status before the final interview round
Waiting until an offer is extended to mention your work authorization creates unnecessary delays. Bring it up naturally after a strong first interview, framing it as a logistical detail rather than a barrier. Most experienced hiring managers have navigated this before.
Highlight your STEM OPT eligibility if your degree qualifies
If your undergraduate or graduate degree is in engineering, computer science, or a STEM-designated business program, you may qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. That gives employers up to three years of OPT coverage before an H-1B petition is needed.
Build a record of measurable operational impact
Operations Project Manager roles require demonstrating ROI. Quantify process improvements, cost reductions, or timeline gains from past projects. Concrete results make sponsorship feel like a low-risk investment rather than an administrative burden for the employer.
Use Migrate Mate to focus your search on sponsoring employers
Browsing general job boards wastes time on listings that won't support your OPT or sponsor an H-1B. Migrate Mate filters for employers who have sponsored work visas before, so your effort goes toward roles where authorization is actually on the table.
Operations Project Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Operations Project Manager roles typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Most Operations Project Manager positions qualify as specialty occupations because they require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as industrial engineering, supply chain management, or business administration. Employers filing an H-1B for this role need to document that the degree requirement is standard in the industry, which is well-established for operations management positions.
Does an Operations Project Manager role qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your degree is in industrial engineering, operations research, systems engineering, or a STEM-designated business analytics program, you likely qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. The role itself is not what determines STEM eligibility. Check your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) code against the official STEM Designated Degree Program list published by ICE.
How do I find Operations Project Manager jobs where employers are open to OPT students?
The most efficient approach is to focus on employers with a documented history of sponsoring work visas rather than applying broadly. Migrate Mate surfaces Operations Project Manager roles from employers who have previously sponsored H-1B or other work visas, so you can prioritize applications where your OPT status is unlikely to be a dealbreaker.
Can I work as an Operations Project Manager on Day 1 OPT while waiting for my EAD card?
No. You cannot begin working until your Employment Authorization Document (EAD) is in hand. Your OPT start date, your EAD receipt date, and your actual employment start date all need to align. If your EAD arrives after your planned start date, your employer will need to adjust your onboarding timeline accordingly.
What should I tell a hiring manager who is unfamiliar with OPT work authorization?
Keep it direct: explain that OPT is a federal work authorization program for F-1 students that allows you to work in your field of study for 12 months, with a potential 24-month extension for STEM-eligible graduates. Your employer does not file any paperwork for OPT itself. The only step required is verifying your EAD during the I-9 process, the same as any other new hire.