OPT Precision Machinist Jobs
Precision Machinist jobs on OPT are available across manufacturing, aerospace, and defense sectors. Most roles fall under STEM OPT extension eligibility through CIP codes in manufacturing engineering technology, making your 36-month extension a realistic path. Employers typically require hands-on CNC experience and relevant technical credentials.
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Get Access To All JobsPrecision Medicine Business Specialist – Jersey City, NJ
Astellas is announcing a Precision Medicine Business Specialist opportunity in the Northern NJ area.
PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
To ensure the achievement of sales goals in territory by promoting Astellas oncology products and services to physicians and other medical personnel within assigned geography. Educate customers on characteristics, advantages, indicated treatment and all other developments related to promoted products. Professionally represent Astellas in the field and ensure high levels of visibility and customer satisfaction in territory. Maintain effective communication and relationships with key external and internal customers.
Flexible pay grade level, based on candidate background and skillset.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Call on targeted physicians and oncology centers to promote and educate on the use of Astellas products through one-on-one meetings and presentations, professional education programs and other appropriate means. Responsible for ensuring high levels of call and field productivity; expected to meet call plan expectations, with 5 days in the field each week, supported by office time needed for call planning and follow-up, preparing presentations, making appointments, etc.
- Develop Sales plans and business territory plan activities to support customers using company resources and promotional activities as identified by Oncology Regional Business Manager (ORBM)
- Utilize clinical knowledge to influence prescribing habits
- Coordinate promotional efforts with peers across franchises
- Achieve quarterly sales goals within territory while adhering to all ethical sales practices and required regulations
- Deliver the highest level of clinical and technical value, helping the healthcare customer meet their unique patient care needs, while operating at all times within regulatory guidelines
- Ensure optimum strategy development using territory business plan
- Responsible for accurately reporting sales activities, testing, territory expenses and submitting written reports as necessary by the deadline set forth and defined by Oncology Regional Business Manager
- Appropriately manage and maintain all company equipment and promotional materials (company literature, materials, etc.) according to necessary company guidelines
- Attend all company-sponsored sales and medical meetings as directed by company management (POA's, National Sales Meetings, Regional and Local Conventions, etc.)
- Continuous learning on efficient sales and communication techniques and product / therapeutic area training
- Additional responsibilities as necessary
QUANTITATIVE DIMENSIONS:
- Direct impact on obtaining sales attainment
- Maintain adequate call coverage at National Level
- Deployment of promotional resources at National Level
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT:
- Reports to Oncology Regional Business Manager (ORBM)
- No Direct Reports
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree with minimum of 4 years of pharmaceutical sales
- Proven track record of successful sales results and ability to meet or exceed objectives
- Proven capability in managing accounts with solid selling competencies
- Demonstrated business acumen to understand and analyze business and market drivers, and develop and execute business plan
- Demonstrated skills at building and maintaining professional relationships with key customers, office staff and others in the customer influence network
- Proven ability to work in matrix teams
- Travel is required
- Valid Driver's License in good standing
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- 2+ Years of oncology selling experience
- Fundamental understanding the oncology reimbursement landscape
- Well established relationships with the key oncology cancer centers and treating clinicians in assigned territory
- Oncology therapeutic area knowledge /experience
Salary Range: $120,897 – 181,800 (Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skills, experience and organizational equity considerations)
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off options, including Vacation and Sick time, plus national holidays including year-end shut down
- 401(k) match and annual company contribution
- Company paid life insurance
- Annual Corporate Bonus and Quarterly Sales Incentive for eligible positions
- Long Term Incentive Plan for eligible positions
- Company-paid fleet vehicle for eligible positions
- Referral bonus program
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.
Precision Medicine Business Specialist – Jersey City, NJ
Astellas is announcing a Precision Medicine Business Specialist opportunity in the Northern NJ area.
PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
To ensure the achievement of sales goals in territory by promoting Astellas oncology products and services to physicians and other medical personnel within assigned geography. Educate customers on characteristics, advantages, indicated treatment and all other developments related to promoted products. Professionally represent Astellas in the field and ensure high levels of visibility and customer satisfaction in territory. Maintain effective communication and relationships with key external and internal customers.
Flexible pay grade level, based on candidate background and skillset.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Call on targeted physicians and oncology centers to promote and educate on the use of Astellas products through one-on-one meetings and presentations, professional education programs and other appropriate means. Responsible for ensuring high levels of call and field productivity; expected to meet call plan expectations, with 5 days in the field each week, supported by office time needed for call planning and follow-up, preparing presentations, making appointments, etc.
- Develop Sales plans and business territory plan activities to support customers using company resources and promotional activities as identified by Oncology Regional Business Manager (ORBM)
- Utilize clinical knowledge to influence prescribing habits
- Coordinate promotional efforts with peers across franchises
- Achieve quarterly sales goals within territory while adhering to all ethical sales practices and required regulations
- Deliver the highest level of clinical and technical value, helping the healthcare customer meet their unique patient care needs, while operating at all times within regulatory guidelines
- Ensure optimum strategy development using territory business plan
- Responsible for accurately reporting sales activities, testing, territory expenses and submitting written reports as necessary by the deadline set forth and defined by Oncology Regional Business Manager
- Appropriately manage and maintain all company equipment and promotional materials (company literature, materials, etc.) according to necessary company guidelines
- Attend all company-sponsored sales and medical meetings as directed by company management (POA's, National Sales Meetings, Regional and Local Conventions, etc.)
- Continuous learning on efficient sales and communication techniques and product / therapeutic area training
- Additional responsibilities as necessary
QUANTITATIVE DIMENSIONS:
- Direct impact on obtaining sales attainment
- Maintain adequate call coverage at National Level
- Deployment of promotional resources at National Level
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT:
- Reports to Oncology Regional Business Manager (ORBM)
- No Direct Reports
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree with minimum of 4 years of pharmaceutical sales
- Proven track record of successful sales results and ability to meet or exceed objectives
- Proven capability in managing accounts with solid selling competencies
- Demonstrated business acumen to understand and analyze business and market drivers, and develop and execute business plan
- Demonstrated skills at building and maintaining professional relationships with key customers, office staff and others in the customer influence network
- Proven ability to work in matrix teams
- Travel is required
- Valid Driver's License in good standing
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- 2+ Years of oncology selling experience
- Fundamental understanding the oncology reimbursement landscape
- Well established relationships with the key oncology cancer centers and treating clinicians in assigned territory
- Oncology therapeutic area knowledge /experience
Salary Range: $120,897 – 181,800 (Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skills, experience and organizational equity considerations)
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off options, including Vacation and Sick time, plus national holidays including year-end shut down
- 401(k) match and annual company contribution
- Company paid life insurance
- Annual Corporate Bonus and Quarterly Sales Incentive for eligible positions
- Long Term Incentive Plan for eligible positions
- Company-paid fleet vehicle for eligible positions
- Referral bonus program
#LI-TD
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Precision Machinist
Confirm your STEM OPT eligibility early
Precision Machinist roles often qualify for the 36-month STEM OPT extension under manufacturing engineering technology CIP codes. Verify your degree classification with your DSO before applying so you can communicate your full work authorization timeline to employers confidently.
Highlight CNC programming and machine certifications
Employers hiring on OPT want to see measurable technical skills. List specific CNC platforms you operate, tolerances you routinely hold, and any NIMS or similar credentials. Certifications signal competency and reduce employer hesitation about sponsoring an international candidate.
Target manufacturers with H-1B sponsorship history
Not every manufacturer sponsors visas. Focus your search on companies with established international hiring records. Larger aerospace, automotive, and defense contractors typically have HR infrastructure in place to handle sponsorship, making your OPT-to-H-1B visa transition significantly smoother.
Address your OPT timeline proactively in interviews
Bring up your authorization window before employers ask. Explain that you have OPT now and are eligible for STEM extension, giving them years of runway before any H-1B decision is needed. Framing it as low-risk upfront removes a common objection.
Apply before your OPT approval arrives
You can job search and interview while your OPT application is pending with USCIS. Apply as soon as you have your EAD application receipt. Most machinist employers expect a standard hiring timeline and won't penalize you for a pending work authorization card.
Connect with union shops and apprenticeship-based manufacturers
Some unionized manufacturing facilities and apprenticeship programs actively recruit international talent with specialized precision skills. These environments often have experienced HR teams familiar with OPT and structured pathways that can evolve into longer-term visa sponsorship arrangements.
Precision Machinist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Precision Machinist on F-1 OPT?
Yes. Precision Machinist roles are authorized under OPT as long as the work is directly related to your field of study. Degrees in manufacturing technology, mechanical engineering technology, or industrial technology are common qualifying fields. You'll need your EAD card before your first day of work, and your role must connect to your degree program.
Do Precision Machinist jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Many do, but it depends on your specific degree's CIP code rather than the job title itself. Degrees in manufacturing engineering technology, mechanical engineering technology, and similar programs frequently qualify. Your DSO can confirm whether your degree CIP code is on the STEM Designated Degree Program list. If it is, you may be eligible for a 24-month extension beyond standard 12-month OPT.
How do I find Precision Machinist employers willing to hire OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters for employers with visa sponsorship experience. Searching there surfaces machinist roles at companies that have a track record of hiring international candidates, which saves time you'd otherwise spend vetting employers manually. Aerospace, defense, and advanced manufacturing companies tend to be the most sponsorship-friendly.
Will my OPT status make it harder to get hired as a Precision Machinist?
Some employers are unfamiliar with OPT and may hesitate initially, but the concern typically fades once you explain the timeline clearly. Standard OPT gives you 12 months of work authorization, and STEM extension can add another 24 months if you qualify. That window is often long enough to cover an employer's hiring horizon before a long-term visa decision is required.
Are there security clearance issues for Precision Machinists on OPT working in defense manufacturing?
Yes, this is a real constraint. Many defense and government-contracting roles require security clearances, which are generally not available to non-U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Some defense manufacturers do hire OPT students for non-classified production work, but roles touching classified programs or controlled materials will likely be inaccessible until you hold a green card or citizenship.