Manufacturing OPT Jobs in Pennsylvania
F-1 OPT manufacturing jobs in Pennsylvania put you near some of the country's most active industrial employers, from aerospace and defense contractors around Philadelphia to steel and chemicals producers along the Pittsburgh corridor. Companies like Air Products, Carpenter Technology, and Kennametal have histories of hiring international candidates into engineering and operations roles that qualify for OPT authorization.
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Business Area: Pulp & Paper Service
Contract Location: Muncy, PA, US, 17756
Working Location: Muncy
Location Type: Office Location / Office-based
Contract Type: Permanent
Job Description:
Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in.
Maintenance Technician
Modified 2nd Shift
Are you ready to enjoy perks such as twenty-seven (27) PAID days off per year, profit share potential, service awards, tuition reimbursement, continued advancement opportunities, health benefits to include 401k (with match), medical, dental, vision, life insurances, and much more?
ANDRITZ is seeking a safety-focused, dependable Maintenance Technician with strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills to support our manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate takes initiative, works effectively both independently and as part of a team, and is committed to maintaining safety, reliable equipment, minimizing downtime, and delivering high-quality work.
Responsibilities
- Install, maintain, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair production equipment, machinery, and operating systems using drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, electronic knowledge, and appropriate test equipment.
- Maintain and repair robotics, CNC controls, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), and related equipment.
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic systems.
- Install and repair facility electrical and electronic systems and support equipment installation for capital and facility projects.
- Maintain maintenance shop supply inventory and keep work areas clean, orderly, and aligned with 5S standards.
- Communicate effectively with employees at all levels and work independently or collaboratively as needed.
Qualifications
Required
- Associate degree in a relevant technical field or an equivalent combination of education and industrial maintenance experience.
- Knowledge of OSHA requirements, lockout/tagout, machine guarding, and safe work practices.
- Ability to interpret complex drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
- Experience with precision measuring instruments and electrical or electronic test equipment.
- Basic computer and Microsoft Office skills.
- Technician level is determined by the critical skills in Addendum M1.
Preferred
- PLC troubleshooting and basic programming knowledge.
- Ability to troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
- Knowledge of industrial maintenance practices involving bearings, gearboxes, pumps, motors, conveyors, and drive systems.
Competencies
- Safety Focus: Consistently follows safe work practices, identifies hazards, and supports a strong safety culture.
- Technical Troubleshooting: Systematically diagnoses equipment issues and applies effective, timely repairs.
- Quality and Attention to Detail: Completes work accurately and verifies that repairs meet established standards.
- Problem Solving: Evaluates information, determines root causes, and implements practical solutions.
- Communication and Teamwork: Communicates clearly and works effectively with production, maintenance, and other teams.
- Dependability and Initiative: Manages priorities, responds promptly to equipment needs, and works effectively with limited supervision.
- Adaptability: Adjusts to changing priorities, equipment conditions, and operational demands.
Physical and Work Environment Requirements
This position works in a manufacturing environment with exposure to temperature variations, elevated noise, dust, dirt, fumes, welding equipment, and manually or remotely controlled devices. The role requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, push, pull, kneel, stoop, crouch, climb, grasp, use stairs, and work in confined or restricted spaces. The employee may be required to lift more than 50 pounds; must have the visual acuity and manual dexterity needed to perform assigned duties; and must be able to work extended hours and wear designated personal protective equipment. Essential job functions must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.
Travel
No regular travel is required. Please note that previous DUI convictions may affect admissibility to Canada.
ANDRITZ is an AA/EEO/Veterans/ADA friendly employer.
Legal authorization to work in the United States is required.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
Requisition ID: 23789
Nearest Major Market: Williamsport
Job Family: Project & Site Management
Business Area: Pulp & Paper Service
Contract Location: Muncy, PA, US, 17756
Working Location: Muncy
Location Type: Office Location / Office-based
Contract Type: Permanent
Job Description:
Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in.
Maintenance Technician
Modified 2nd Shift
Are you ready to enjoy perks such as twenty-seven (27) PAID days off per year, profit share potential, service awards, tuition reimbursement, continued advancement opportunities, health benefits to include 401k (with match), medical, dental, vision, life insurances, and much more?
ANDRITZ is seeking a safety-focused, dependable Maintenance Technician with strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills to support our manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate takes initiative, works effectively both independently and as part of a team, and is committed to maintaining safety, reliable equipment, minimizing downtime, and delivering high-quality work.
Responsibilities
- Install, maintain, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair production equipment, machinery, and operating systems using drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, electronic knowledge, and appropriate test equipment.
- Maintain and repair robotics, CNC controls, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), and related equipment.
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic systems.
- Install and repair facility electrical and electronic systems and support equipment installation for capital and facility projects.
- Maintain maintenance shop supply inventory and keep work areas clean, orderly, and aligned with 5S standards.
- Communicate effectively with employees at all levels and work independently or collaboratively as needed.
Qualifications
Required
- Associate degree in a relevant technical field or an equivalent combination of education and industrial maintenance experience.
- Knowledge of OSHA requirements, lockout/tagout, machine guarding, and safe work practices.
- Ability to interpret complex drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
- Experience with precision measuring instruments and electrical or electronic test equipment.
- Basic computer and Microsoft Office skills.
- Technician level is determined by the critical skills in Addendum M1.
Preferred
- PLC troubleshooting and basic programming knowledge.
- Ability to troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
- Knowledge of industrial maintenance practices involving bearings, gearboxes, pumps, motors, conveyors, and drive systems.
Competencies
- Safety Focus: Consistently follows safe work practices, identifies hazards, and supports a strong safety culture.
- Technical Troubleshooting: Systematically diagnoses equipment issues and applies effective, timely repairs.
- Quality and Attention to Detail: Completes work accurately and verifies that repairs meet established standards.
- Problem Solving: Evaluates information, determines root causes, and implements practical solutions.
- Communication and Teamwork: Communicates clearly and works effectively with production, maintenance, and other teams.
- Dependability and Initiative: Manages priorities, responds promptly to equipment needs, and works effectively with limited supervision.
- Adaptability: Adjusts to changing priorities, equipment conditions, and operational demands.
Physical and Work Environment Requirements
This position works in a manufacturing environment with exposure to temperature variations, elevated noise, dust, dirt, fumes, welding equipment, and manually or remotely controlled devices. The role requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, push, pull, kneel, stoop, crouch, climb, grasp, use stairs, and work in confined or restricted spaces. The employee may be required to lift more than 50 pounds; must have the visual acuity and manual dexterity needed to perform assigned duties; and must be able to work extended hours and wear designated personal protective equipment. Essential job functions must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.
Travel
No regular travel is required. Please note that previous DUI convictions may affect admissibility to Canada.
ANDRITZ is an AA/EEO/Veterans/ADA friendly employer.
Legal authorization to work in the United States is required.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
Requisition ID: 23789
Nearest Major Market: Williamsport
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Search Manufacturing Jobs in PennsylvaniaManufacturing OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
Which manufacturing companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Pennsylvania?
Several large Pennsylvania manufacturers have track records of hiring F-1 OPT workers, including Air Products and Chemicals in Allentown, Carpenter Technology in Reading, Kennametal in Latrobe, and defense contractors like Lockheed Martin and BAE Systems in the Philadelphia suburbs. These companies regularly hire engineers, quality specialists, and process analysts into roles that fall within OPT-eligible categories, particularly for STEM-designated positions that qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension.
Which cities in Pennsylvania have the most manufacturing F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Philadelphia and its surrounding counties lead in manufacturing sponsorship activity, driven by aerospace, defense, and life sciences employers. Pittsburgh is strong in metals, materials, and advanced manufacturing, with Carnegie Mellon and University of Pittsburgh feeding talent pipelines into local industry. Allentown and the Lehigh Valley corridor have a dense concentration of chemical, specialty materials, and industrial manufacturers. Reading and Lancaster also offer solid opportunities in precision manufacturing and food processing.
What types of manufacturing roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship in Pennsylvania?
Roles that directly apply a STEM degree qualify most reliably: mechanical, chemical, electrical, and industrial engineering positions, process and manufacturing engineers, quality assurance engineers, materials scientists, and supply chain analysts with a technical focus. Production supervisor and operations management roles may qualify if tied to an engineering or applied science degree. General floor technician or assembly roles typically do not qualify because they don't require the degree the F-1 student holds.
How do I find manufacturing F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Pennsylvania?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and other visa holders looking for sponsorship jobs, including manufacturing roles across Pennsylvania. You can filter by state, visa type, and industry to surface employers actively hiring international candidates in sectors like aerospace, chemicals, and advanced materials. Migrate Mate lists positions from companies with verified sponsorship activity, which saves time compared to applying broadly and learning about visa policy late in the process.
Are there any Pennsylvania-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship in manufacturing?
Pennsylvania's manufacturing base skews toward capital-intensive industries like aerospace, specialty chemicals, and metals, where employers are more accustomed to sponsoring international engineers with advanced technical degrees. Many large manufacturers here are federal contractors, which means roles may carry security clearance requirements that can create eligibility complications for non-U.S. citizens. OPT authorization is employment-based and tied to your degree field, so confirming that your role description aligns with your academic program before accepting an offer is important.