Manufacturing TN Sponsorship Jobs in Louisiana
Louisiana's manufacturing sector spans petrochemical processing along the Mississippi River corridor, food production, and fabricated metals, with major employers like ExxonMobil, Dow, and CF Industries operating large facilities in Baton Rouge, Lake Charles, and the River Parishes. Canadian and Mexican professionals in engineering, chemistry, and industrial technology roles can pursue TN visa sponsorship with qualifying Louisiana manufacturers.
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Get Access To All JobsRequisition ID: 14639
Location:
West Monroe, LA, US, 71294
Department: Engineering
Travel: Up to 25%
If you are a GPI employee, please click the Employee Login before applying.
At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.
With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.
If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.
A World of Difference. Made Possible.
MISSION / SUMMARY:
The Process Control Engineer II is a senior technical leader responsible for advanced control system strategy, optimization, and complex project execution across the facility at our West Monroe, LA Mill.
JOB FUNCTION: Job functions include but are not limited to the following.
- Design, develop, implement, and maintain control systems (DCS, PLC, HMI)
- Develop and optimize control strategies to improve safety, quality, and productivity
- Perform diagnostics and root-cause analysis of instrumentation and electrical control systems
- Support and maintain process control networks and associated IT/OT infrastructure
- Lead small to mid-sized projects, including upgrades and migrations
- Collaborate with operations, maintenance, IT, and external vendors
- Manage system changes, documentation, and standards
- Provide on-call or day-to-day support for process control systems
BACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE:
- 4–7 years of experience in process control or industrial automation
- Strong experience with DCS and PLC systems
- Experience supporting plant operations and executing capital or improvement projects
EDUCATION / KNOWLEDGE:
- BS in Electrical, Electrical Technology, Chemical, Computer Engineering, or related field
SPECIFIC SKILLS:
- Experience with Honeywell Experion DCS configuration and graphics.
- Experience with Rockwell ControlLogix / Studio 5000
- Strong knowledge of instrumentation and control systems
- Experience with industrial data acquisition and historians
- Working knowledge of OT networking (industrial Ethernet, switches, firewalls)
- Familiarity with virtualized environments
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
Graphic Packaging is an equal opportunity employer and abides by all applicable federal, state provincial and local laws with respect to the recruitment and hiring process. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and hiring process free from discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Should you require an accommodation for a disability, please contact your Human Resources representative or email accommodations@graphicpkg.com.
Nearest Major Market: Monroe
Requisition ID: 14639
Location:
West Monroe, LA, US, 71294
Department: Engineering
Travel: Up to 25%
If you are a GPI employee, please click the Employee Login before applying.
At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.
With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.
If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.
A World of Difference. Made Possible.
MISSION / SUMMARY:
The Process Control Engineer II is a senior technical leader responsible for advanced control system strategy, optimization, and complex project execution across the facility at our West Monroe, LA Mill.
JOB FUNCTION: Job functions include but are not limited to the following.
- Design, develop, implement, and maintain control systems (DCS, PLC, HMI)
- Develop and optimize control strategies to improve safety, quality, and productivity
- Perform diagnostics and root-cause analysis of instrumentation and electrical control systems
- Support and maintain process control networks and associated IT/OT infrastructure
- Lead small to mid-sized projects, including upgrades and migrations
- Collaborate with operations, maintenance, IT, and external vendors
- Manage system changes, documentation, and standards
- Provide on-call or day-to-day support for process control systems
BACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE:
- 4–7 years of experience in process control or industrial automation
- Strong experience with DCS and PLC systems
- Experience supporting plant operations and executing capital or improvement projects
EDUCATION / KNOWLEDGE:
- BS in Electrical, Electrical Technology, Chemical, Computer Engineering, or related field
SPECIFIC SKILLS:
- Experience with Honeywell Experion DCS configuration and graphics.
- Experience with Rockwell ControlLogix / Studio 5000
- Strong knowledge of instrumentation and control systems
- Experience with industrial data acquisition and historians
- Working knowledge of OT networking (industrial Ethernet, switches, firewalls)
- Familiarity with virtualized environments
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
Graphic Packaging is an equal opportunity employer and abides by all applicable federal, state provincial and local laws with respect to the recruitment and hiring process. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and hiring process free from discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Should you require an accommodation for a disability, please contact your Human Resources representative or email accommodations@graphicpkg.com.
Nearest Major Market: Monroe
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Which manufacturing companies in Louisiana sponsor TN visas?
Large chemical and petrochemical manufacturers along the Mississippi River corridor, including ExxonMobil, Dow Chemical, and CF Industries, have established records of sponsoring skilled foreign professionals. Food processing companies and industrial fabricators in the Baton Rouge and Lake Charles areas also sponsor TN visa workers, primarily for engineering, industrial design, and technical specialist roles that meet USMCA specialty occupation criteria.
Which cities in Louisiana have the most manufacturing TN sponsorship jobs?
Baton Rouge and the River Parishes corridor between Baton Rouge and New Orleans concentrate the highest density of manufacturing TN opportunities, driven by the state's petrochemical and refining industry. Lake Charles is a secondary hub with significant chemical plant and LNG facility activity. New Orleans supports food manufacturing and ship repair operations that occasionally sponsor TN professionals in engineering and technical roles.
What types of manufacturing roles typically qualify for TN sponsorship in Louisiana?
Roles that consistently qualify include chemical engineers, industrial engineers, mechanical engineers, metallurgical engineers, and scientific technologists. Louisiana's petrochemical concentration means process engineers, safety engineers, and quality assurance specialists are among the most commonly sponsored. The position must require a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field and appear on the USMCA TN occupation list to qualify.
How do I find manufacturing TN sponsorship jobs in Louisiana?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa type and industry, so you can search for manufacturing roles in Louisiana that offer TN sponsorship without sifting through positions that don't apply to your situation. This is especially useful in Louisiana, where manufacturing openings are spread across petrochemical, food processing, and fabrication sectors. Filtering by TN on Migrate Mate surfaces roles from employers already familiar with the USMCA sponsorship process.
Are there any Louisiana-specific considerations for TN sponsorship in manufacturing?
Louisiana's manufacturing base is heavily weighted toward petrochemical and refining operations, which means many TN-sponsored roles require familiarity with chemical processing environments, industry safety standards like PSM compliance, and occasionally Louisiana state licensure for professional engineers. Employers in regulated industries may require credential verification before initiating TN documentation, so having degree equivalency records and professional certifications organized in advance is practical.