Chemicals & Materials OPT Jobs in Wisconsin
Chemicals and materials F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Wisconsin are concentrated in the state's established industrial corridor, with companies like BASF, Bemis (now Amcor), and Inpro Corporation actively hiring in technical roles. Milwaukee, Green Bay, and Appleton anchor most of the hiring activity, with additional opportunities in the Fox River Valley's packaging and coatings manufacturing base.
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If you want to reshape the world and discover your greatest potential, Saint-Gobain provides one-of-a-kind opportunities for innovative problem solvers.
We're one of only two companies in the world that is consistently recognized as both a top Global Employer and a Top 100 Global Innovator, but Saint-Gobain's remarkable story and culture of innovation begins with a team of nearly 200,000 creative, diverse and passionate team members collaborating across the globe. We are committed to our mission to improve lives because, every day, we witness the enormous impact of our efforts in the world around us.
The Process Engineer I provides direct engineering support to manufacturing operations with a primary focus on troubleshooting production issues, improving process performance, and implementing sustainable engineering solutions. This role works closely with production, maintenance, quality, and technical teams to identify root causes, reduce process variability, improve equipment reliability, and enhance overall manufacturing efficiency.
Primary areas of focus include silicone molding, extrusion, cutting, and automated manufacturing systems. The Process Engineer I will lead continuous improvement initiatives, support daily manufacturing operations, and implement process enhancements that improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance. While the role will participate in equipment qualifications and validation activities as needed, the primary emphasis is operational support and continuous improvement of existing manufacturing processes.
IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?
Qualifications
- A Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing is required
- 2+ years of experience as a Process Engineer is required
- Processing application of silicone rubber & thermoplastic
- Knowledge of ISO regulations
Legal Statement
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
A LITTLE MORE ABOUT US
Saint-Gobain's innovations touch almost every major industry around the world. Within its Life Sciences division, teams are solving critical problems for customers who are getting life-saving medical devices to the frontlines of healthcare, discovering essential medications, and nourishing and connecting the world through consumer, industrial and electronics applications. As one of the world's leading producers of high-performance polymer products, we improve lives by making simple experiences better and being there in life's critical moments.
Our team members recognize that we all create the environment for people to succeed, with a culture built on respect, open and honest communication, and honoring our commitments to our customers and each other. And at the heart of our culture, we’ve learned working together makes good ideas, great ones.
With a legacy dating back more than 350 years, Saint-Gobain offers employees the stability and security of a leading Global 500 corporation while operating like multiple small and agile start-ups, where entrepreneurial spirit, pioneering teamwork, and bold, forward-thinking ideas pave new paths.
Every team member is encouraged to develop and leverage their unique expertise and strengths to make the greatest impact on the company and our end users. At Saint-Gobain, you’re empowered and equipped with countless opportunities and resources for professional development. You will find the support you need to create a vision and roadmap for your career, and make that vision a reality.
Invent yourself at Saint-Gobain Life Sciences, and together we’ll create a better life.
TO MAKE SURE NOTHING IS FORGOTTEN
Certain locations require pay information to be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ well-being and help improve their daily lives for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer potential candidates. Provided is the national pay range for this position, which is $72,500 to $115,500 per year. However, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors.
In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 9% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The Total Target Cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position is $79,025 to $136,290. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and, by nature, can vary based on company and individual performance and are not a guarantee.
Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.
- Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
- Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
- LiveWell Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
-
Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
-
Retirement and Protection – Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
- 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
- Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
-
Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
-
Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want
- Commuter Benefits
- Group Legal
- Identity Theft Protection
- Auto and Home Insurance
- Pet Insurance and Discounts
- Back-up Child & Elder Care
- PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
Job Reference: USA15775
WHY DO WE NEED YOU?
If you want to reshape the world and discover your greatest potential, Saint-Gobain provides one-of-a-kind opportunities for innovative problem solvers.
We're one of only two companies in the world that is consistently recognized as both a top Global Employer and a Top 100 Global Innovator, but Saint-Gobain's remarkable story and culture of innovation begins with a team of nearly 200,000 creative, diverse and passionate team members collaborating across the globe. We are committed to our mission to improve lives because, every day, we witness the enormous impact of our efforts in the world around us.
The Process Engineer I provides direct engineering support to manufacturing operations with a primary focus on troubleshooting production issues, improving process performance, and implementing sustainable engineering solutions. This role works closely with production, maintenance, quality, and technical teams to identify root causes, reduce process variability, improve equipment reliability, and enhance overall manufacturing efficiency.
Primary areas of focus include silicone molding, extrusion, cutting, and automated manufacturing systems. The Process Engineer I will lead continuous improvement initiatives, support daily manufacturing operations, and implement process enhancements that improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance. While the role will participate in equipment qualifications and validation activities as needed, the primary emphasis is operational support and continuous improvement of existing manufacturing processes.
IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?
Qualifications
- A Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing is required
- 2+ years of experience as a Process Engineer is required
- Processing application of silicone rubber & thermoplastic
- Knowledge of ISO regulations
Legal Statement
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
A LITTLE MORE ABOUT US
Saint-Gobain's innovations touch almost every major industry around the world. Within its Life Sciences division, teams are solving critical problems for customers who are getting life-saving medical devices to the frontlines of healthcare, discovering essential medications, and nourishing and connecting the world through consumer, industrial and electronics applications. As one of the world's leading producers of high-performance polymer products, we improve lives by making simple experiences better and being there in life's critical moments.
Our team members recognize that we all create the environment for people to succeed, with a culture built on respect, open and honest communication, and honoring our commitments to our customers and each other. And at the heart of our culture, we’ve learned working together makes good ideas, great ones.
With a legacy dating back more than 350 years, Saint-Gobain offers employees the stability and security of a leading Global 500 corporation while operating like multiple small and agile start-ups, where entrepreneurial spirit, pioneering teamwork, and bold, forward-thinking ideas pave new paths.
Every team member is encouraged to develop and leverage their unique expertise and strengths to make the greatest impact on the company and our end users. At Saint-Gobain, you’re empowered and equipped with countless opportunities and resources for professional development. You will find the support you need to create a vision and roadmap for your career, and make that vision a reality.
Invent yourself at Saint-Gobain Life Sciences, and together we’ll create a better life.
TO MAKE SURE NOTHING IS FORGOTTEN
Certain locations require pay information to be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ well-being and help improve their daily lives for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer potential candidates. Provided is the national pay range for this position, which is $72,500 to $115,500 per year. However, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors.
In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 9% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The Total Target Cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position is $79,025 to $136,290. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and, by nature, can vary based on company and individual performance and are not a guarantee.
Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.
- Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
- Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
- LiveWell Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
-
Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
-
Retirement and Protection – Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
- 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
- Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
-
Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
-
Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want
- Commuter Benefits
- Group Legal
- Identity Theft Protection
- Auto and Home Insurance
- Pet Insurance and Discounts
- Back-up Child & Elder Care
- PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
Job Reference: USA15775
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Which chemicals and materials companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin-based employers with histories of hiring international students in chemicals and materials roles include BASF's regional operations, Amcor (which absorbed Bemis Manufacturing), Inpro Corporation, and Quaker Houghton's distribution and technical units. Specialty chemical producers and plastics manufacturers concentrated in the Milwaukee metro and Fox Valley region also appear regularly in OPT hiring data, though sponsorship availability varies by role, department, and year.
Which cities in Wisconsin have the most chemicals and materials F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Milwaukee accounts for the largest share of chemicals and materials OPT roles in Wisconsin, driven by its dense manufacturing base and proximity to research institutions like the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. The Fox River Valley cities of Appleton, Neenah, and Oshkosh are strong secondary markets, particularly in paper chemicals, coatings, and packaging materials. Green Bay also hosts materials processing and polymer manufacturing employers with OPT hiring records.
What types of chemicals and materials roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Roles that commonly qualify under F-1 OPT in this industry include process engineer, materials scientist, quality assurance chemist, polymer research associate, formulation chemist, and R&D technician. These positions generally require a degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, or a closely related field. Positions with direct ties to a student's major are most straightforward for OPT authorization. Roles that are purely operational or lack a technical degree requirement are less likely to qualify.
How do I find chemicals and materials F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Wisconsin?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa type and industry, making it practical to search for chemicals and materials F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Wisconsin without sorting through roles that don't apply to your status. Filtering by state and visa category on Migrate Mate surfaces employers who have indicated OPT sponsorship, including technical and engineering roles across Milwaukee, the Fox Valley, and Green Bay manufacturing corridors.
Are there state-specific or industry-specific considerations for F-1 OPT in Wisconsin's chemicals and materials sector?
Wisconsin's chemicals and materials sector is heavily tied to paper, packaging, and industrial coatings manufacturing, which means many roles are with mid-size or regional employers rather than large multinationals. Smaller companies may be less familiar with OPT authorization procedures, so it's worth confirming early in the process whether a hiring team has worked with OPT students before. STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on whether your degree program appears on the official STEM designated degree program list, which is worth verifying with your DSO.