TN Visa Manufacturing Technician Jobs
Manufacturing Technician roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Industrial Engineer and Scientific Technician/Technologist categories. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry without a cap or lottery. Mexican citizens require a U.S. consular appointment. A qualifying job offer from a U.S. employer is required before you apply.
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Stryten Energy manufactures proprietary and custom injection molding products serving the industrial lead battery, automotive and consumer markets. Stryten Energy is expanding battery poly manufacturing and recycling output to help solve industry-wide supply constraints.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Manufacturing Engineer manages activities as they relate to manufacturing, assembly and facility support system projects. The responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Manage manufacturing and facility projects. This includes establishing deliverables, distribution of RFQ’s, planning, selection of resources, budget constraints, and on time completion.
- Design mechanization for integrated and stand alone assembly equipment.
- Design pneumatic and electrical circuitry to support such mechanization including component specifications.
- Operator Interface and Robotic programs to control assembly, manufacturing and material handling equipment.
- Support maintenance department personnel in the area of training and equipment re-engineering activities.
- Analyze performance problems, find and implement solutions.
- Maintain documentation (files, revisions and edits). To include all drawings and database listings.
- Communicate to Engineering Manager issues and suggestions as they relate to automation and facility projects.
- Lead efforts in continuous improvement to reduce set up time, reduce scrap, improve processing and overall increase in efficiency.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Experience
- B.S. in Engineering required
- Minimum of 3 years of 2D and 3D cad software experience, preferably in AutoCAD with solid modeling ability
- Skilled in using software packages such as databases and spreadsheet software to perform analysis, design tasks and project tracking.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong attention to detail, good organizational skills and the ability to prioritize with changing situations.
- Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to drive tasks to completion.
- Able to handle multiple priorities and work well under pressure.
- Ability to communicate accurately and comfortably with all levels of management.
- Must be able to efficiently and accurately create and modify engineering drawings.
- Motivated self-starter that is able to productively work alone and in groups to solve problems.
- Proficient in English (reading, writing & verbal skills).
- Demonstrate proficiency in AutoCAD to produce two dimensional and isometric drawings.
- PLC experience is a plus.
- Must be eligible to work in the United States.
ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This position is primarily performed in an office environment and requires regular onsite attendance. The role also requires periodic presence in manufacturing and production areas. While on the manufacturing floor, employees may be exposed to moving machinery, noise, dust, fumes, varying temperatures, and other industrial conditions. Required personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn in designated areas.
INTRODUCTION
Stryten Energy manufactures proprietary and custom injection molding products serving the industrial lead battery, automotive and consumer markets. Stryten Energy is expanding battery poly manufacturing and recycling output to help solve industry-wide supply constraints.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Manufacturing Engineer manages activities as they relate to manufacturing, assembly and facility support system projects. The responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Manage manufacturing and facility projects. This includes establishing deliverables, distribution of RFQ’s, planning, selection of resources, budget constraints, and on time completion.
- Design mechanization for integrated and stand alone assembly equipment.
- Design pneumatic and electrical circuitry to support such mechanization including component specifications.
- Operator Interface and Robotic programs to control assembly, manufacturing and material handling equipment.
- Support maintenance department personnel in the area of training and equipment re-engineering activities.
- Analyze performance problems, find and implement solutions.
- Maintain documentation (files, revisions and edits). To include all drawings and database listings.
- Communicate to Engineering Manager issues and suggestions as they relate to automation and facility projects.
- Lead efforts in continuous improvement to reduce set up time, reduce scrap, improve processing and overall increase in efficiency.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Experience
- B.S. in Engineering required
- Minimum of 3 years of 2D and 3D cad software experience, preferably in AutoCAD with solid modeling ability
- Skilled in using software packages such as databases and spreadsheet software to perform analysis, design tasks and project tracking.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong attention to detail, good organizational skills and the ability to prioritize with changing situations.
- Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to drive tasks to completion.
- Able to handle multiple priorities and work well under pressure.
- Ability to communicate accurately and comfortably with all levels of management.
- Must be able to efficiently and accurately create and modify engineering drawings.
- Motivated self-starter that is able to productively work alone and in groups to solve problems.
- Proficient in English (reading, writing & verbal skills).
- Demonstrate proficiency in AutoCAD to produce two dimensional and isometric drawings.
- PLC experience is a plus.
- Must be eligible to work in the United States.
ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This position is primarily performed in an office environment and requires regular onsite attendance. The role also requires periodic presence in manufacturing and production areas. While on the manufacturing floor, employees may be exposed to moving machinery, noise, dust, fumes, varying temperatures, and other industrial conditions. Required personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn in designated areas.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Manufacturing Technician
Align your credentials to TN categories
Manufacturing Technician roles must fit the Scientific Technician/Technologist or Industrial Engineer TN visa category. Gather transcripts, diplomas, and any professional certifications that show technical training directly tied to your manufacturing specialty before approaching employers.
Target manufacturers with existing TN history
Search employer visa filing records to identify manufacturers with recent work visa sponsorships. Companies already experienced with visa sponsorship processes move faster and rarely require you to educate HR on how sponsorship works.
Request a support letter covering TN category language
Your employer's support letter must explicitly name the TN category you qualify under and describe how your role applies scientific or engineering principles. Generic offer letters often get challenged at the port of entry or consulate, so push for precise wording.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Filter your job search by TN visa sponsorship availability using Migrate Mate, which surfaces manufacturing employers actively open to USMCA professionals. This cuts the time spent on outreach to companies unfamiliar with or unwilling to support TN applications.
Prepare for port-of-entry review if you are Canadian
Canadian citizens apply directly at a U.S. port of entry with your offer letter, credentials, and TN category documentation. CBP officers adjudicate on the spot, so bring organized originals and a clear one-page role summary to avoid delays or secondary inspection.
Book your consular appointment early if you are Mexican
Mexican citizens must obtain TN status at a U.S. consulate, and appointment availability varies significantly by location and season. Schedule through the U.S. Visa Scheduling portal as soon as your employer confirms the offer, not after paperwork is finalized.
Manufacturing Technician TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Manufacturing Technician role qualify for TN visa status?
Manufacturing Technician positions can qualify under the TN Scientific Technician/Technologist category if the role requires applying established scientific or engineering principles in support of engineers or scientists. Roles that are purely hands-on assembly without a technical science or engineering foundation may not meet the category definition, so the job description wording matters.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for Manufacturing Technician jobs?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, so you can start a qualified Manufacturing Technician role as soon as you have an approved offer and proper documentation. H-1B visa requires winning a lottery with roughly one-in-four odds and waiting up to a year before starting. For Canadian and Mexican nationals with a qualifying role, TN is a faster and more predictable path.
Where can I find Manufacturing Technician jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for USMCA professionals and surfaces Manufacturing Technician roles at employers open to TN sponsorship. Most general job boards don't filter by visa type, which means you spend significant time applying to companies that won't support TN applications at all.
What documents do I need to bring to the port of entry as a Canadian Manufacturing Technician applicant?
You need a valid Canadian passport, a signed employer support letter naming the TN category, proof of your qualifying credentials such as a degree or technical diploma in a relevant field, and a copy of the job offer detailing your role and compensation. CBP adjudicates on the spot, so having organized originals prevents delays or a secondary inspection referral.
Can I change Manufacturing Technician employers while on TN status?
Yes, but TN status is employer-specific. Before you start with a new employer, your new company must establish a fresh TN authorization tied to their offer. Canadians can do this at a port of entry or through USCIS by filing a change of employer. Mexicans must return to a U.S. consulate. Working for the new employer before that authorization is in place violates your status.