Manufacturing Visa Sponsorship Jobs in California
California leads U.S. manufacturing with major visa sponsors including Tesla, Apple, SpaceX, and Northrop Grumman concentrated in the Bay Area and Los Angeles. The state's aerospace, semiconductor, and clean energy sectors drive heavy demand for international talent in engineering, production management, and specialized manufacturing roles.
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Get Access To All JobsWe are actively hiring for the position of Large Format Operator for our plant in Van Nuys, CA.
Pay: $18.42-$20.42
Shift: M-F from 1:30pm -10pm
Duties and responsibilities
- Pack and seal printing products in the assigned boxes according to the size and quantity.
- Use large format equipment to meet client product specifications.
- Load materials and products into package processing equipment.
- Measure, weigh, and count products and materials.
- Read shipping labels and ensure correct quantity/product packaged.
- Check orders on computers using the company’s database.
- Communicate with the management team to ensure all duties assigned are completed.
- Ensure that a clean and orderly work area is stocked with boxes and packing paper.
- Report all workplace hazards to management immediately.
- Perform scheduled maintenance.
- Communicate equipment and material problems with management and vendor in a timely manner.
- Perform scheduled color and image quality tests and notify manager upon found issues.
- Must be proactive with completing other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- At least 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Ability to communicate in English.
- Must be customer service oriented.
- Ability to communicate effectively with team members.
- Ability to use a computer, warehouse equipment and safe use of them (i.e., pallet jack).
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to understand and follow directions as given.
Physical Requirements
- Able to lift up to 50lbs (50% of time).
- Able to stand for 8 hours.
- Walking and moving around work-area (50% of time).
What are the perks and benefits of working at Digital Room?
- Collaborate with leading print professionals in a fast-paced, high-tech, safe, and enjoyable environment.
- Competitive pay and growth opportunities.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage (location-specific) - Cigna & Humana.
- Employer match 401(k) up to limits - Empower.
- Company-sponsored Life and AD&D Insurance.
- Flexible Spending Account and voluntary benefits.
- Paid holidays and PTO.
- Employee discounts on all products.
- Company-sponsored training and certifications.
- Fun workplace and wellness events, and more.
Please note: Actual compensation within the range will depend on experience.
We are actively hiring for the position of Large Format Operator for our plant in Van Nuys, CA.
Pay: $18.42-$20.42
Shift: M-F from 1:30pm -10pm
Duties and responsibilities
- Pack and seal printing products in the assigned boxes according to the size and quantity.
- Use large format equipment to meet client product specifications.
- Load materials and products into package processing equipment.
- Measure, weigh, and count products and materials.
- Read shipping labels and ensure correct quantity/product packaged.
- Check orders on computers using the company’s database.
- Communicate with the management team to ensure all duties assigned are completed.
- Ensure that a clean and orderly work area is stocked with boxes and packing paper.
- Report all workplace hazards to management immediately.
- Perform scheduled maintenance.
- Communicate equipment and material problems with management and vendor in a timely manner.
- Perform scheduled color and image quality tests and notify manager upon found issues.
- Must be proactive with completing other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- At least 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Ability to communicate in English.
- Must be customer service oriented.
- Ability to communicate effectively with team members.
- Ability to use a computer, warehouse equipment and safe use of them (i.e., pallet jack).
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to understand and follow directions as given.
Physical Requirements
- Able to lift up to 50lbs (50% of time).
- Able to stand for 8 hours.
- Walking and moving around work-area (50% of time).
What are the perks and benefits of working at Digital Room?
- Collaborate with leading print professionals in a fast-paced, high-tech, safe, and enjoyable environment.
- Competitive pay and growth opportunities.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage (location-specific) - Cigna & Humana.
- Employer match 401(k) up to limits - Empower.
- Company-sponsored Life and AD&D Insurance.
- Flexible Spending Account and voluntary benefits.
- Paid holidays and PTO.
- Employee discounts on all products.
- Company-sponsored training and certifications.
- Fun workplace and wellness events, and more.
Please note: Actual compensation within the range will depend on experience.
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Search Manufacturing Jobs in CaliforniaManufacturing Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
Which manufacturing companies sponsor visas in California?
Major California manufacturing sponsors include Tesla (automotive/energy), Apple (consumer electronics), SpaceX (aerospace), Northrop Grumman (defense), Intel (semiconductors), and Chevron (energy equipment). The Bay Area hosts tech manufacturers while Los Angeles focuses on aerospace and defense contractors. Many of these companies regularly file H-1B visa petitions for engineering and technical manufacturing positions.
What visa types are most common for manufacturing jobs in California?
H-1B visas dominate for engineering roles (mechanical, electrical, software), while L-1 visas serve international manufacturers transferring employees to California operations. O-1 visas apply to senior engineers with specialized expertise in aerospace or semiconductor design. TN visas work for Canadian and Mexican engineers, and E-3 visas serve Australian nationals in qualifying engineering positions.
Which California cities have the most manufacturing visa sponsorship opportunities?
San Jose and the broader Bay Area lead with semiconductor and tech manufacturing sponsors. Los Angeles and Long Beach focus on aerospace and defense manufacturing. Fremont hosts Tesla's main manufacturing facility. Orange County concentrates aerospace and medical device manufacturers, while San Diego offers biotech and defense manufacturing opportunities with companies like General Atomics.
How to find manufacturing visa sponsorship jobs in California?
Use Migrate Mate to browse manufacturing positions from verified California sponsors, filtering by visa type and location. Target companies with established sponsorship history like major aerospace firms, semiconductor manufacturers, and automotive companies. Focus applications on engineering roles, as these qualify most easily for H-1B specialty occupation requirements in manufacturing settings.
What should international candidates know about California manufacturing sponsorship?
California's high prevailing wages strengthen H-1B applications, especially in Bay Area tech manufacturing. The state's STEM university pipeline creates competition but also demonstrates employer willingness to sponsor international talent. Many California manufacturers participate in defense contracts requiring security clearances, which can limit opportunities for non-citizens in certain specialized roles.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored manufacturing jobs in California?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.