TN Visa Production Supervisor Jobs
Production Supervisor roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Industrial Engineers category when your duties involve coordinating production workflows, managing line staff, and applying engineering or business principles. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry; Mexican citizens need a consular appointment. Employers file no lottery, no cap petition.
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Job title: Production Process Control Engineer
Location: Smithfield, PA
World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net-zero! As a Production Process Control Engineer, you’ll contribute to JM’s mission as a world leader in sustainable technology, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future.
The role:
As a Production Process Control Engineer you will help drive our goals by:
- Setting up, monitoring and troubleshooting PGM and non-PGM diesel catalyst coating processes during assigned shifts.
- Optimizing process parameters to improve efficiency, reduce waste, minimize rejects and limit downtime.
- Ensuring products consistently meet customer and quality specifications through effective process control.
- Supporting the introduction of new technologies by developing procedures and training colleagues.
- Collecting and reporting operational, safety and process data including shift summaries and incident reports.
- Championing health, safety and environmental compliance in line with JM Life Saving Policies.
Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:
- Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline, preferably Chemical Engineering.
- Experience working in a manufacturing or process engineering environment.
- Strong understanding of process optimization, troubleshooting and continuous improvement.
- Working knowledge of health, safety and environmental compliance in an industrial setting.
- Ability to train, coach and collaborate effectively within shift-based teams.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office applications.
Even if you only match some of the skills, we’d love to hear from you to discuss further!
What we offer:
We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We also support hybrid and flexible working and offer comprehensive employee benefits, including health, life, disability and retirement plans that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing, such as:
- Retirement Savings (401K Match, plus an additional Employer Contribution)
- 20 days annual PTO (varies for shift-based roles)
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Health Insurance (Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision)
- Voluntary Benefits
- Wellbeing Programs and Incentives
- Tuition Assistance
- Parental Leave
Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!
At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.
For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact GlobalRecruit@matthey.com. We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential, and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Production Supervisor
Align your credentials to Industrial Engineers
TN visa eligibility for Production Supervisors depends on fitting the Industrial Engineers category. Gather your engineering or business degree transcripts now and confirm the credential directly matches your supervisory and process-optimization duties before applying.
Target manufacturers with cross-border hiring patterns
Focus on U.S. manufacturers in automotive, food processing, and electronics that routinely hire from Canada and Mexico. These employers already understand TN documentation requirements and are less likely to stall on sponsorship due to unfamiliarity with the process.
Request a support letter before your border appointment
Your employer must provide a detailed support letter describing your role, salary, and how your duties qualify as Industrial Engineering work. Canadian citizens need this letter at the port of entry; Mexican citizens need it for their consular appointment.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers fast
Searching for Production Supervisor roles that include TN sponsorship takes longer without the right filter. Migrate Mate surfaces employers actively open to TN candidates, so you spend time applying rather than guessing which companies will engage.
Clarify your reporting line during offer negotiations
CBP officers and consular officers scrutinize whether Production Supervisors exercise genuine engineering judgment or function as general managers. Confirm with your prospective employer that the offer letter specifies process analysis, efficiency measurement, or workflow engineering responsibilities explicitly.
File a USMCA TN petition at the port of entry if you're Canadian
Canadian citizens do not need USCIS to pre-approve a TN petition. You present your documents directly to CBP at a land border or pre-clearance airport, which means you can start work within days of receiving a job offer.
Production Supervisor TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Production Supervisor role actually qualify for a TN visa?
It depends on how your duties are structured. Production Supervisors qualify under the TN Industrial Engineers category when the role involves applying engineering or business principles to coordinate production systems, not simply managing shift schedules. If your job description emphasizes process optimization, workflow analysis, or efficiency improvement, it fits the category. If it reads as general labor management, a CBP officer or consular officer may push back.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Production Supervisor positions?
The TN visa has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian citizens, and no USCIS petition required if you're Canadian entering at a port of entry. H-1B visa requires surviving a random lottery with roughly a one-in-four selection rate before any processing begins. For Production Supervisors who qualify under the Industrial Engineers category, TN is a faster and more predictable path than waiting on H-1B selection.
How do I find employers willing to sponsor a TN visa for this role?
Most Production Supervisor job postings don't advertise TN sponsorship explicitly, which makes targeting the right employers time-consuming. Migrate Mate filters roles by sponsorship openness so you can identify employers already familiar with TN hiring for Canadian and Mexican professionals, rather than raising the visa question cold during outreach.
What documents does my employer need to provide for my TN application?
Your employer must prepare a support letter that specifies your job title, a description of duties that maps to the Industrial Engineers category, your start date, and your compensation. Canadian citizens present this letter at the port of entry alongside your degree credential and passport. Mexican citizens submit it as part of the DS-160 consular application package. A vague or generic letter is the most common reason TN applications are questioned at the border.
Can I switch Production Supervisor employers while on TN status?
Yes, but you cannot start working for the new employer before your TN is updated for that position. Canadian citizens can obtain a new TN at the port of entry with documentation from the new employer. Mexican citizens need a new consular appointment. You don't carry your existing TN to a new employer the way H-1B portability works under AC21, so plan your transition timeline accordingly.