Manufacturing F-1 STEM OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Kentucky
Manufacturing F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Kentucky are concentrated around Louisville, Lexington, and Bowling Green, where companies like Toyota, Ford, and GE Appliances operate large engineering and production facilities. Kentucky's automotive and advanced manufacturing sector regularly hires engineers and process specialists in roles that qualify under STEM OPT designation.
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The Regal Business Systems (RBS) Specialist assists the RBS Site Leader driving operational excellence across all areas of the site supporting SQDCG (safety, quality, delivery, cost competitiveness, and Growth) through the effective application of the Regal Business System tools and methodologies, allowing the site to drive top line revenue growth and bottom-line profitability.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- The RBS Specialist is equal parts leader, coach, and doer who lives at Gemba where the work is done.
- The RBS Specialist will focus on the entire value chain from quote to cash for all revenue streams for the site.
- Assist in the development of the site continuous improvement roadmap and lead/facilitate the execution of the roadmap.
- Lead/facilitate the implementation/sustainment of lean tools (Visual Management, 6S, TPM, kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, plan-do-check-act).
- Support Model Value Stream planning and development (Vision and Challenges) and execution on supporting A3’s.
- Support management in creating Policy Deployment, Bowlers, KPI’s and action plans.
- Manage and report on the portfolio of Kaizen activities.
- Oversee the success of the kaizen events, including:
- Planning of events with a dynamic funnel process tied to Policy Deployment/Model Value Stream and Daily Management
- Event execution; and sustainment of kaizen event results
- Provide on-going master-level support and guidance on RBS principles/tools.
- Act as change agent in challenging existing approaches and performance.
- Shepherd implementation of RBS principles/tools to improve safety, quality, on-time delivery, and reduce operating costs and inventory.
- Lead the development of strong problem-solving capability and capacity within the organization. Provide direct support for Manufacturing Team Leader Development Program and other leadership development efforts.
- Conduct and/or coordinate local training in RBS tools to deepen organization’s understanding and capability.
- Maintain and improve lean knowledge through continuous education.
- Manage key projects/programs for the business.
- Assist other Regal Rexnord businesses and Corporate RBS Team in the development and implementation of RBS tools and processes.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
- B.S. Degree in any STEM field, supply chain, Business, or Operations or equivalent work experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
- 1+ years of related experience in manufacturing, operations, processing, continuous improvement, or other related experience.
- Experience in Lean Manufacturing principles, RBS, or other form of TPS is desired.
- Creative and progressive thinker with excellent interpersonal skills (positive, persuasive, motivating) and able to communicate effectively with others at all levels in the organization.
- Ability to analyze problems, propose solutions, test theories, research alternatives, and reach conclusions. Skilled in collaborative problem solving.
- Organized with the ability to prioritize activities to achieve short and long-term goals and objectives.
- Flexible and adaptive approach to change.
- Team player who can build partnerships while leading cross functional teams.
- Self-motivation, drive, energy, and resilience.
- Outstanding group facilitation, training, communication, and presentation skills.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
- Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
- Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- Paid Leaves
- Tuition Assistance
About Regal Rexnord
Regal Rexnord is a publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates around the world who help create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power, transmit and control motion. The Company’s electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications. The Company’s automation offering, comprised of controls, actuators, drives, and precision motors, controls motion in applications ranging from factory automation to precision control in surgical tools.
The Company’s end markets benefit from meaningful secular demand tailwinds, and include factory automation, food & beverage, aerospace, medical, data center, warehouse, alternative energy, residential and commercial buildings, general industrial, construction, metals and mining, and agriculture.
Regal Rexnord is comprised of three operating segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Power Efficiency Solutions, and Automation & Motion Control. Regal Rexnord has offices and manufacturing, sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information, including a copy of our Sustainability Report, visit RegalRexnord.com.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan for protected veterans/individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please email Recruiting@RegalRexnord.com. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail Recruiting@RegalRexnord.com.
Notification to Agencies: Please note that Regal Rexnord Corporation and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("Regal Rexnord") do not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement or similar contract and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Regal Rexnord will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.
INTRODUCTION
The Regal Business Systems (RBS) Specialist assists the RBS Site Leader driving operational excellence across all areas of the site supporting SQDCG (safety, quality, delivery, cost competitiveness, and Growth) through the effective application of the Regal Business System tools and methodologies, allowing the site to drive top line revenue growth and bottom-line profitability.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- The RBS Specialist is equal parts leader, coach, and doer who lives at Gemba where the work is done.
- The RBS Specialist will focus on the entire value chain from quote to cash for all revenue streams for the site.
- Assist in the development of the site continuous improvement roadmap and lead/facilitate the execution of the roadmap.
- Lead/facilitate the implementation/sustainment of lean tools (Visual Management, 6S, TPM, kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, plan-do-check-act).
- Support Model Value Stream planning and development (Vision and Challenges) and execution on supporting A3’s.
- Support management in creating Policy Deployment, Bowlers, KPI’s and action plans.
- Manage and report on the portfolio of Kaizen activities.
- Oversee the success of the kaizen events, including:
- Planning of events with a dynamic funnel process tied to Policy Deployment/Model Value Stream and Daily Management
- Event execution; and sustainment of kaizen event results
- Provide on-going master-level support and guidance on RBS principles/tools.
- Act as change agent in challenging existing approaches and performance.
- Shepherd implementation of RBS principles/tools to improve safety, quality, on-time delivery, and reduce operating costs and inventory.
- Lead the development of strong problem-solving capability and capacity within the organization. Provide direct support for Manufacturing Team Leader Development Program and other leadership development efforts.
- Conduct and/or coordinate local training in RBS tools to deepen organization’s understanding and capability.
- Maintain and improve lean knowledge through continuous education.
- Manage key projects/programs for the business.
- Assist other Regal Rexnord businesses and Corporate RBS Team in the development and implementation of RBS tools and processes.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
- B.S. Degree in any STEM field, supply chain, Business, or Operations or equivalent work experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
- 1+ years of related experience in manufacturing, operations, processing, continuous improvement, or other related experience.
- Experience in Lean Manufacturing principles, RBS, or other form of TPS is desired.
- Creative and progressive thinker with excellent interpersonal skills (positive, persuasive, motivating) and able to communicate effectively with others at all levels in the organization.
- Ability to analyze problems, propose solutions, test theories, research alternatives, and reach conclusions. Skilled in collaborative problem solving.
- Organized with the ability to prioritize activities to achieve short and long-term goals and objectives.
- Flexible and adaptive approach to change.
- Team player who can build partnerships while leading cross functional teams.
- Self-motivation, drive, energy, and resilience.
- Outstanding group facilitation, training, communication, and presentation skills.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
- Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
- Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- Paid Leaves
- Tuition Assistance
About Regal Rexnord
Regal Rexnord is a publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates around the world who help create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power, transmit and control motion. The Company’s electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications. The Company’s automation offering, comprised of controls, actuators, drives, and precision motors, controls motion in applications ranging from factory automation to precision control in surgical tools.
The Company’s end markets benefit from meaningful secular demand tailwinds, and include factory automation, food & beverage, aerospace, medical, data center, warehouse, alternative energy, residential and commercial buildings, general industrial, construction, metals and mining, and agriculture.
Regal Rexnord is comprised of three operating segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Power Efficiency Solutions, and Automation & Motion Control. Regal Rexnord has offices and manufacturing, sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information, including a copy of our Sustainability Report, visit RegalRexnord.com.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan for protected veterans/individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please email Recruiting@RegalRexnord.com. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail Recruiting@RegalRexnord.com.
Notification to Agencies: Please note that Regal Rexnord Corporation and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("Regal Rexnord") do not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement or similar contract and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Regal Rexnord will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.
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Search Manufacturing Jobs in KentuckyManufacturing Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions
Which manufacturing companies in Kentucky sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas?
Several large manufacturers in Kentucky have histories of filing Labor Condition Applications for STEM-eligible roles. Toyota's Georgetown assembly plant, GE Appliances in Louisville, and Ford's Louisville Assembly and Kentucky Truck plants are among the operations that regularly hire engineering talent. Smaller Tier 1 automotive suppliers across the I-65 corridor also participate in STEM OPT hiring. You can verify a specific employer's filing history through the OFLC Wage Search tool.
Which cities in Kentucky have the most manufacturing F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
Louisville leads in sheer employer volume, anchored by GE Appliances, Ford, and a dense network of logistics and industrial suppliers. Georgetown and Lexington benefit from Toyota's North American manufacturing hub and its supplier ecosystem. Bowling Green attracts automotive and advanced materials employers tied to the Corvette assembly plant and Western Kentucky University's manufacturing research programs. Elizabethtown and Shelbyville also host notable production facilities along the interstate manufacturing corridor.
How do I find manufacturing F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Kentucky?
Migrate Mate lets you filter specifically for manufacturing roles in Kentucky that are open to F-1 STEM OPT candidates, showing verified employer sponsorship history drawn from DOL Labor Condition Application data. This is more targeted than a general search because it surfaces only companies that have filed for STEM-eligible positions. Cross-reference results with your DSO to confirm your specific program and CIP code qualify under the STEM OPT extension before applying.
What types of manufacturing roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in Kentucky?
Roles that qualify must be directly related to a STEM-designated CIP code from your degree. In Kentucky's manufacturing sector, that commonly includes industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, manufacturing engineering, quality assurance engineering, process engineering, and supply chain analytics. Production supervisory roles or general operations positions that do not require an engineering or applied science degree are typically ineligible. O*NET occupation profiles can help you confirm whether a specific role maps to a STEM classification.
Are there any state-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in Kentucky's manufacturing sector?
Kentucky does not add state-level visa requirements on top of federal STEM OPT rules, but employers in the state must be enrolled in E-Verify as a condition of sponsoring STEM OPT workers, and they must submit a formal training plan through your DSO. Kentucky's heavy concentration in automotive manufacturing means many open roles have shift-work or plant-floor components, which can affect how training plans are written. Confirm E-Verify enrollment and training plan readiness with any employer before accepting an offer.