Manufacturing Technician Visa Sponsorship Jobs in New York
New York's manufacturing sector spans semiconductor fabrication in Albany's Tech Valley, pharmaceutical production on Long Island, and aerospace components in the Hudson Valley. Major employers like GlobalFoundries, Regeneron, and Lockheed Martin regularly hire manufacturing technicians and have established track records of sponsoring work visas for qualified candidates from abroad.
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Get Access To All JobsDate: Oct 28, 2026
Location: Rochester, NY, US, 14652
Company: Kodak
Role Overview
We are looking for an MES- Manufacturing Execution System- Engineer to join our Advanced Materials & Chemicals division in Rochester, NY. You will support Film Finishing organization within the Industrial Films and Chemicals division at Eastman Business Park. In this role, you’ll provide technical support and engineering expertise in MES infrastructure, software applications and operational systems. This position will frequently participate in troubleshooting, system administration, process improvements, software support, and short- and long-term technology projects that improve reliability, security, and efficiency across the organization.
This is an onsite role in Rochester, New York.
MES Engineer Responsibilities:
- Provide day-to-day support for manufacturing MES infrastructure and applications.
- Troubleshoot hardware, software, networking, and system issues.
- Assist with deployment, maintenance, and upgrades of servers, workstations, and virtual environments as the manufacturing client to IT.
- Participate in MES software development, scripting, and automation projects to improve operational efficiency.
- Support backup, recovery, and disaster recovery processes.
- Maintain technical documentation, procedures, and knowledge base articles.
- Partner with operations, engineering, IT, and business teams to implement technical solutions.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and technology modernization projects.
- Integrate MES applications with PLCs, HMIs, production equipment, databases, and reporting systems.
- Lead capital projects from concept through implementation.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or a related technical field with 0-5 years of relevant experience.
- Ability to understand, maintain, troubleshoot, and enhance manufacturing software applications, databases, and legacy systems that support production operations.
- Familiarity with SQL databases and the ability to read, modify, and troubleshoot scripts, applications, or interfaces.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, plan, organize, and execute projects.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Project).
- A strong work ethic, high motivation, and Self-Starter.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience supporting and enhancing manufacturing applications, MES systems, and operational technology (OT) environments, including legacy software platforms and system integrations.
- Strong communication skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience or coursework in software programming and scripting.
- Familiarity with virtualization technologies such as VMware vSphere or Hyper-V.
- Understanding of cybersecurity best practices and system hardening principles.
- Experience troubleshooting PC hardware, peripherals, and operating systems.
- Familiarity with database management or reporting tools.
- Familiarity with Windows and Linux environments; comfortable navigating both CLI and GUI for administration and troubleshooting.
- Understanding of applications, scripts, or integrations developed using technologies such as C#, VB.NET, PowerShell, SQL, or similar platforms.
- Understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, and subnetting in a large-scale enterprise environment.
EOE Policy Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Estimated Salary: $75,000 - $85,000
Experience Level: 0-5 Years
Requisition ID: 2303
Date: Oct 28, 2026
Location: Rochester, NY, US, 14652
Company: Kodak
Role Overview
We are looking for an MES- Manufacturing Execution System- Engineer to join our Advanced Materials & Chemicals division in Rochester, NY. You will support Film Finishing organization within the Industrial Films and Chemicals division at Eastman Business Park. In this role, you’ll provide technical support and engineering expertise in MES infrastructure, software applications and operational systems. This position will frequently participate in troubleshooting, system administration, process improvements, software support, and short- and long-term technology projects that improve reliability, security, and efficiency across the organization.
This is an onsite role in Rochester, New York.
MES Engineer Responsibilities:
- Provide day-to-day support for manufacturing MES infrastructure and applications.
- Troubleshoot hardware, software, networking, and system issues.
- Assist with deployment, maintenance, and upgrades of servers, workstations, and virtual environments as the manufacturing client to IT.
- Participate in MES software development, scripting, and automation projects to improve operational efficiency.
- Support backup, recovery, and disaster recovery processes.
- Maintain technical documentation, procedures, and knowledge base articles.
- Partner with operations, engineering, IT, and business teams to implement technical solutions.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and technology modernization projects.
- Integrate MES applications with PLCs, HMIs, production equipment, databases, and reporting systems.
- Lead capital projects from concept through implementation.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or a related technical field with 0-5 years of relevant experience.
- Ability to understand, maintain, troubleshoot, and enhance manufacturing software applications, databases, and legacy systems that support production operations.
- Familiarity with SQL databases and the ability to read, modify, and troubleshoot scripts, applications, or interfaces.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, plan, organize, and execute projects.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Project).
- A strong work ethic, high motivation, and Self-Starter.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience supporting and enhancing manufacturing applications, MES systems, and operational technology (OT) environments, including legacy software platforms and system integrations.
- Strong communication skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience or coursework in software programming and scripting.
- Familiarity with virtualization technologies such as VMware vSphere or Hyper-V.
- Understanding of cybersecurity best practices and system hardening principles.
- Experience troubleshooting PC hardware, peripherals, and operating systems.
- Familiarity with database management or reporting tools.
- Familiarity with Windows and Linux environments; comfortable navigating both CLI and GUI for administration and troubleshooting.
- Understanding of applications, scripts, or integrations developed using technologies such as C#, VB.NET, PowerShell, SQL, or similar platforms.
- Understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, and subnetting in a large-scale enterprise environment.
EOE Policy Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Estimated Salary: $75,000 - $85,000
Experience Level: 0-5 Years
Requisition ID: 2303
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Which companies sponsor visas for manufacturing technicians in New York?
GlobalFoundries in Malta sponsors manufacturing technicians for semiconductor fabrication roles. Regeneron Pharmaceuticals in Tarrytown and Pfizer's operations on Long Island hire technicians in biotech and pharmaceutical manufacturing. Lockheed Martin and BAE Systems in the Hudson Valley sponsor for aerospace and defense roles. These employers have filed Labor Condition Applications for manufacturing technician positions, indicating active sponsorship activity.
Which visa types are most common for manufacturing technician roles in New York?
The H-1B visa is the most common visa for manufacturing technicians whose roles require a bachelor's degree in engineering, materials science, or a related technical field. Roles that don't meet the specialty occupation threshold may not qualify. Some employers also use the TN visa for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering technician categories. Each situation depends on the specific job duties and educational background.
Which cities in New York have the most manufacturing technician sponsorship jobs?
Albany and the Capital Region, particularly Malta and Saratoga County, are active due to GlobalFoundries' semiconductor campus. Long Island has a strong concentration of pharmaceutical and biomedical manufacturing employers. The Hudson Valley, including areas around Fishkill and Newburgh, hosts defense and electronics manufacturers. Buffalo's advanced manufacturing corridor and Rochester's optics and photonics industry also generate technician-level sponsorship activity.
How to find manufacturing technician visa sponsorship jobs in New York?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for roles where employers are open to visa sponsorship, including manufacturing technician positions across New York. Rather than sorting through thousands of general postings, you can search directly for technician roles in sectors like semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, and aerospace in cities like Albany, Long Island, and the Hudson Valley where sponsorship activity is concentrated.
Are there state-specific factors that affect visa sponsorship for manufacturing technicians in New York?
New York's semiconductor industry received significant federal investment under the CHIPS Act, which is expanding technician hiring at facilities like GlobalFoundries and will likely increase sponsorship activity in the Capital Region through the late 2020s. Employers in defense manufacturing must also comply with export control regulations, which can affect which foreign nationals are eligible for certain roles regardless of visa status. These industry-specific constraints are worth researching before applying.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored manufacturing technician jobs in New York?
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.