Manufacturing Jobs in Delaware with F-1 OPT Sponsorship
F-1 OPT manufacturing jobs in Delaware are concentrated around Wilmington and the I-95 corridor, where companies like Siemens, DuPont, and W.L. Gore & Associates have established operations. Delaware's chemical, materials science, and advanced manufacturing sectors regularly hire OPT-eligible engineers, process technicians, and quality specialists, making it a practical target state for F-1 students in STEM manufacturing fields.
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Customer Site Packaging
30 New London Rd, Newark, DE 19716
DE007 In Plant Store
Part-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI 7:00am - 5:00pm
Up to 28 hours/week
Overview:
Find your future at Fastenal! Our distribution center is hiring energetic, team oriented individuals to work in our fast pace warehouse! Working as Part-time Customer Site Packaging, you will facilitate the movement of product through our customer site. Fastenal Company is committed to environmental protection and to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. We strive to integrate EHS & Sustainability considerations into all our business decisions, plans, and operations. This is an entry level position based out of 30 New London Rd, Newark, DE 19716. This position may offer a flexible schedule after a period of onboarding, training, and meeting performance goals.
Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
- Inspecting and packaging product
- Using a computer to perform job
- Running a variety of packaging machines
- Maintain the cleanliness/organization of work area
- Complying with health, safety and sustainability rules and expectations
- Participating in activities and programs that help the company achieve health, safety and sustainability objectives
- Learning, passing, and practicing various environmental health and safety trainings
REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
The following skills and qualifications are required for this position:
- 18 years of age or older, due to the nature of work
- Proficient written and oral communication skills
- Proficient computer skills
- Highly motivated, self directed and customer service oriented
- Willingness to perform repetitive tasks over long periods of time
- Demonstrate strong math aptitude, attention to detail and sense of urgency
- Learn and perform multiple tasks in a fast paced environment
- Work independently as well as in a team environment
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule/extra time as needed
- Demonstrate our core values of ambition, innovation, integrity and teamwork
- Lift, slide, carry and lower packages that typically weigh 25lbs-50lbs and may weigh up to 100lbs
- Pass the required drug screen (applicable in the US, Puerto Rico and Guam ONLY)
- Pass a background check, required by a customer/contract serviced by this location
About us:
Since 1967 Fastenal has grown as a distributor of industrial and construction supplies from a single branch to a Fortune 500 company with over 3,000 servicing locations, each providing tailored local inventory and personal service for our customers. As we've expanded across the world, we've retained a core belief in people and their ability to accomplish remarkable things - if given the opportunity. From this philosophy stems an entrepreneurial culture that challenges every employee to run their own business, create their own success, and advance to become company leaders.
As a growth company with a solid financial position, we are committed to training, promoting from within, and creating opportunities for our employees. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and are looking to make your mark as part of an elite growth company, you won't find a better fit than Fastenal.
PART-TIME BENEFIT:
Fastenal offers a 401(k) with an employer contribution.
Job Description
Customer Site Packaging
30 New London Rd, Newark, DE 19716
DE007 In Plant Store
Part-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI 7:00am - 5:00pm
Up to 28 hours/week
Overview:
Find your future at Fastenal! Our distribution center is hiring energetic, team oriented individuals to work in our fast pace warehouse! Working as Part-time Customer Site Packaging, you will facilitate the movement of product through our customer site. Fastenal Company is committed to environmental protection and to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. We strive to integrate EHS & Sustainability considerations into all our business decisions, plans, and operations. This is an entry level position based out of 30 New London Rd, Newark, DE 19716. This position may offer a flexible schedule after a period of onboarding, training, and meeting performance goals.
Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
- Inspecting and packaging product
- Using a computer to perform job
- Running a variety of packaging machines
- Maintain the cleanliness/organization of work area
- Complying with health, safety and sustainability rules and expectations
- Participating in activities and programs that help the company achieve health, safety and sustainability objectives
- Learning, passing, and practicing various environmental health and safety trainings
REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
The following skills and qualifications are required for this position:
- 18 years of age or older, due to the nature of work
- Proficient written and oral communication skills
- Proficient computer skills
- Highly motivated, self directed and customer service oriented
- Willingness to perform repetitive tasks over long periods of time
- Demonstrate strong math aptitude, attention to detail and sense of urgency
- Learn and perform multiple tasks in a fast paced environment
- Work independently as well as in a team environment
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule/extra time as needed
- Demonstrate our core values of ambition, innovation, integrity and teamwork
- Lift, slide, carry and lower packages that typically weigh 25lbs-50lbs and may weigh up to 100lbs
- Pass the required drug screen (applicable in the US, Puerto Rico and Guam ONLY)
- Pass a background check, required by a customer/contract serviced by this location
About us:
Since 1967 Fastenal has grown as a distributor of industrial and construction supplies from a single branch to a Fortune 500 company with over 3,000 servicing locations, each providing tailored local inventory and personal service for our customers. As we've expanded across the world, we've retained a core belief in people and their ability to accomplish remarkable things - if given the opportunity. From this philosophy stems an entrepreneurial culture that challenges every employee to run their own business, create their own success, and advance to become company leaders.
As a growth company with a solid financial position, we are committed to training, promoting from within, and creating opportunities for our employees. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and are looking to make your mark as part of an elite growth company, you won't find a better fit than Fastenal.
PART-TIME BENEFIT:
Fastenal offers a 401(k) with an employer contribution.
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Which manufacturing companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Delaware?
Delaware's manufacturing base includes companies like W.L. Gore & Associates, Siemens Energy, and several specialty chemical and materials firms with ties to DuPont's legacy operations in the Wilmington area. These employers have historically hired F-1 OPT students in engineering and technical roles, though sponsorship availability varies by position, department, and headcount at any given time. Checking a company's recent hiring patterns is more reliable than assuming sponsorship based on name recognition alone.
Which cities in Delaware have the most manufacturing F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Wilmington and the surrounding New Castle County area account for the largest concentration of manufacturing employers in Delaware, particularly in chemicals, advanced materials, and medical device manufacturing. Newark, home to the University of Delaware, also has nearby manufacturing activity that aligns well with STEM OPT graduates. Dover and the Kent County region have some food and consumer goods manufacturing, though the density of OPT-sponsoring employers is lower there than in northern Delaware.
What types of manufacturing roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Roles that directly apply a STEM degree tend to qualify most reliably for F-1 OPT, including process engineering, manufacturing engineering, quality assurance, materials science, and production operations management. Positions requiring a bachelor's or advanced degree in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or materials science are common in Delaware's manufacturing sector. General labor, assembly, or production operator roles that do not require a degree in a related STEM field are unlikely to qualify for OPT or STEM OPT extension.
How do I find manufacturing F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Delaware?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT job seekers and lets you filter manufacturing jobs in Delaware by visa sponsorship type, so you're only seeing roles where employers have indicated willingness to work with OPT candidates. Rather than sorting through general job boards and guessing at sponsorship policies, Migrate Mate surfaces verified sponsorship information alongside manufacturing openings in Delaware, saving significant time during a period when your OPT clock is running.
Are there any Delaware-specific considerations for F-1 OPT students in manufacturing?
Delaware's manufacturing sector is heavily influenced by the state's chemical and life sciences heritage, so many employers expect familiarity with regulated production environments, including GMP or ISO standards. F-1 students pursuing STEM OPT extension should confirm their role qualifies under their specific degree field, since Delaware's dominant manufacturing niches in specialty chemicals and advanced materials align well with chemical, materials, and mechanical engineering degrees. Delaware has no state income tax exemption specific to OPT workers, so standard federal and state tax obligations apply.
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