Manufacturing H-2B Sponsorship Jobs in Texas
H-2B visa manufacturing jobs in Texas draw workers to petrochemical plants along the Gulf Coast, food processing facilities in the Rio Grande Valley, and metal fabrication shops in the Dallas-Fort Worth corridor. Major industrial employers in Houston, San Antonio, and Beaumont have filed H-2B Labor Condition Applications for seasonal and peak-load production roles including assemblers, machine operators, and plant maintenance workers.
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INTRODUCTION
- Maintain accurate counts of all paint products, from liquid coatings to powdered coatings, using our inventory system.
- Receive, inspect, log and process documentation for all incoming shipments—verifying color codes, batch numbers, color/gloss verification against master color panel using visual and color measuring equipment, expiration dates and receiving paperwork.
- Organize and label paint stock for easy access, ensuring product is properly stored to maintain quality and accessibility.
- Track usage and reorder levels, generating purchase requests before supplies run low.
- Collaborate with production teams to prepare paint orders for upcoming jobs as well as accurately reporting usage.
- Conduct regular cycle counts (daily/monthly) and reconcile discrepancies with purchasing/accounting teams.
- Make determinations for disposition of aged/expired paints.
- Maintain and provide current color samples for production line QC.
- Archive all production and quality documents for reference.
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Maintain color samples for all customers and colors to include the following:
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Color samples to be matched,
- Color samples supplied by vendors,
- Color samples approved by customers,
- Tracking of color matching for all customer samples,
- Coordinating color matches with Sales,
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Ordering and submitting color samples to customers and/or Inside/Outside Sales.
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Following new orders that are input, daily, to plan for upcoming paint needs, operating within the lead time for each order to ensure on-time delivery to our customer, while accounting for all current orders in process.
- Work with paint vendors to determine paint purchase quantities for best pricing available and maintaining “stocked” colors as deemed appropriate.
- Initially, submitting paint needs to Purchasing for processing, but will eventually plan to handle this function as well.
- Track all paint shipments and deliveries to insure on-time performance and eliminate production delays.
- Archiving all paint-related documents for every color and specification – Technical Data Sheets, Product Data Sheets, etc.
- Working on the shop floor to do inventories, verification and follow up as needed.
- Maintain “Color Presentation” area in Paint Lab for customer viewing.
- Order and maintain operating supplies for Paint Departments.
- Submit environmental reporting data to proper EHS contacts.
- Assist with various departmental activities, when requested by Supervisor.
- Typically, 6 AM to 3 PM workday, Monday through Friday.
- Follow all safety protocols for handling and storing paint and related materials.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
- Experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or materials management—paint or coatings experience a big plus.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy, especially when working with product codes, batch numbers and usage quantities.
- Familiarity with inventory software (e.g., EPICS, or similar) and basic Excel skills (the stronger, the better).
- Ability to lift and move paint containers (up to 50 lbs) and work in a warehouse environment.
- A proactive mindset—spotting potential shortages or issues before they become problems.
- Commitment to safety and proper handling of chemical products.
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Operating, or the ability to learn to operate, the following:
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Color measurement equipment,
- Gloss measurement equipment,
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Paint storage and handling equipment (Vertical Lift Machine, etc.).
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Knowledge, or the ability to learn, color and gloss measuring theory and nomenclature.
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with Customers, Sales, Suppliers and other departments - in-person as well as by phone, text and email.
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Search Manufacturing Jobs in TexasManufacturing H-2B Sponsorship Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
Which manufacturing companies sponsor H-2B visas in Texas?
Texas manufacturers filing H-2B petitions span several sub-sectors. Food processing operations in the Rio Grande Valley and Gulf Coast, chemical plant contractors in the Houston-Beaumont industrial corridor, and metal fabrication facilities in the Dallas-Fort Worth and San Antonio areas have appeared in DOL Labor Condition Application disclosure data. Sponsorship reflects documented seasonal or peak-load workforce needs, not ongoing hiring, so availability shifts by certification period.
Which cities in Texas have the most manufacturing H-2B sponsorship jobs?
Houston and the surrounding Gulf Coast industrial belt account for a significant share of Texas H-2B manufacturing filings, driven by petrochemical and refinery-support contractors. San Antonio and the Rio Grande Valley see activity in food processing and agricultural product manufacturing. Dallas-Fort Worth contributes through metal fabrication and industrial equipment assembly. Smaller industrial hubs like Beaumont, Corpus Christi, and Laredo also appear in DOL disclosure records for manufacturing categories.
What types of manufacturing roles typically qualify for H-2B sponsorship?
H-2B manufacturing roles must be temporary, non-agricultural, and tied to a seasonal spike or one-time project need the employer cannot fill with U.S. workers. Common qualifying titles include assembler, production machine operator, packaging line worker, welding helper, and quality inspection laborer. Roles requiring four-year degrees generally fall outside H-2B eligibility. USCIS and DOL jointly evaluate whether the position and the temporary need genuinely meet the statutory criteria.
How do I find manufacturing H-2B sponsorship jobs in Texas?
Migrate Mate indexes verified H-2B employer filing history so you can filter specifically for Texas manufacturing sponsors rather than sorting through unverified postings. Search by industry category and state to surface companies that have previously certified H-2B Labor Condition Applications for production and plant roles. Because H-2B availability is tied to annual caps and certification windows, checking employer filing history on Migrate Mate gives you a factual starting point before outreach.
Are there any Texas-specific considerations for H-2B manufacturing sponsorship?
Texas does not impose a state-level H-2B supplemental process, but the concentration of petrochemical and refinery contractors in the Gulf Coast region means many filings are project-based rather than seasonally recurring, which affects timeline predictability. Texas employers must still meet all federal H-2B requirements including prevailing wage compliance verified through the OFLC Wage Search tool and domestic worker recruitment through approved channels before USCIS will certify a petition.
What is the prevailing wage for H-2B manufacturing jobs in Texas?
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.