Manufacturing Associate Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Manufacturing associates handle production line operations, quality control, and equipment maintenance in factories across automotive, electronics, and consumer goods industries. While entry-level positions may not qualify for H-1B sponsorship due to degree requirements, specialized manufacturing roles in process engineering, quality assurance, or advanced manufacturing technologies can meet visa eligibility criteria when paired with relevant technical education.
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Biotechnologist I (A Shift Nights)
Location: The location of this job is in Portsmouth, New Hampshire.
Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.
Shift Schedule: The shift schedule is from 7pm-7am, on a rotational schedule every other week:
- Week 1: M/T/F/SAT
- Week 2: SUN/W/TH
- Shift differentials are included for weekends and nights worked
- Initial 2-week training period on day shift Monday-Friday upon hire for new hires
The Biotechnologist I is responsible for the manufacture of therapeutic proteins (API) under current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) conditions. Level I associates are expected to execute process recipes, follow written Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), monitor equipment and processes, independently perform laboratory tasks, including pH, conductivity testing, product sampling, and conduct routine sanitization tasks to maintain facility and equipment. They are expected to demonstrate a strong understanding of cGMP compliance while operating under supervision, and aseptic technique in handling of products and materials. Level II Operators may also be asked to troubleshoot equipment events, initiate deviations, review batch records and logbooks.
What you will get:
- An agile career and dynamic working culture.
- An inclusive and ethical workplace.
- Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
- Medical, dental and vision insurance.
The full list of our global benefits can be also found on https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits.
What you will do:
- Set up, operate equipment, and monitor production processes, including clean-in-place (CIP) and steam-in-place (SIP) operations and report production in written and electronic documents in accordance with good documentation procedures (GDPs), troubleshooting issues and review documentation as appropriate.
- Attain qualification for all assigned tasks and maintain individual training plan.
- Demonstrate proficiency at laboratory tasks, such as monitoring pH, conductivity, product sampling etc.
- Perform material movements, transfer materials and chemicals in, out, and across the production areas.
- Maintain facility and equipment through routine cleaning and sanitization, support 6S programs.
- Administrative tasks – attending shift exchange, meetings, sending/receiving emails, participating in projects.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What we are looking for:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required; AS/BS preferred in a science-related discipline
- Working experience in manufacturing; cGMP setting preferred
- Proven logic and decision-making abilities, critical thinking skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
- Ability to wear appropriate PPE throughout the shift.
Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.
People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.
Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Biotechnologist I (A Shift Nights)
Location: The location of this job is in Portsmouth, New Hampshire.
Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.
Shift Schedule: The shift schedule is from 7pm-7am, on a rotational schedule every other week:
- Week 1: M/T/F/SAT
- Week 2: SUN/W/TH
- Shift differentials are included for weekends and nights worked
- Initial 2-week training period on day shift Monday-Friday upon hire for new hires
The Biotechnologist I is responsible for the manufacture of therapeutic proteins (API) under current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) conditions. Level I associates are expected to execute process recipes, follow written Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), monitor equipment and processes, independently perform laboratory tasks, including pH, conductivity testing, product sampling, and conduct routine sanitization tasks to maintain facility and equipment. They are expected to demonstrate a strong understanding of cGMP compliance while operating under supervision, and aseptic technique in handling of products and materials. Level II Operators may also be asked to troubleshoot equipment events, initiate deviations, review batch records and logbooks.
What you will get:
- An agile career and dynamic working culture.
- An inclusive and ethical workplace.
- Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
- Medical, dental and vision insurance.
The full list of our global benefits can be also found on https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits.
What you will do:
- Set up, operate equipment, and monitor production processes, including clean-in-place (CIP) and steam-in-place (SIP) operations and report production in written and electronic documents in accordance with good documentation procedures (GDPs), troubleshooting issues and review documentation as appropriate.
- Attain qualification for all assigned tasks and maintain individual training plan.
- Demonstrate proficiency at laboratory tasks, such as monitoring pH, conductivity, product sampling etc.
- Perform material movements, transfer materials and chemicals in, out, and across the production areas.
- Maintain facility and equipment through routine cleaning and sanitization, support 6S programs.
- Administrative tasks – attending shift exchange, meetings, sending/receiving emails, participating in projects.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What we are looking for:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required; AS/BS preferred in a science-related discipline
- Working experience in manufacturing; cGMP setting preferred
- Proven logic and decision-making abilities, critical thinking skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
- Ability to wear appropriate PPE throughout the shift.
Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.
People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.
Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Manufacturing Associate
Target specialized manufacturing roles
Focus on positions requiring technical expertise like process engineering, automation programming, or quality systems management rather than general production line work to meet H-1B specialty occupation requirements.
Highlight technical education credentials
Emphasize engineering degrees, technical certifications, or specialized training programs that directly relate to manufacturing processes, quality control systems, or industrial automation to strengthen visa petitions.
Research manufacturing hubs with visa-friendly employers
Target major manufacturing centers in Michigan, Ohio, Texas, and North Carolina where established companies have experience with visa sponsorship for technical manufacturing positions.
Consider contract-to-hire manufacturing staffing firms
Large staffing agencies like Aerotek and Randstad often sponsor visas for skilled manufacturing professionals, providing a pathway to permanent positions with major manufacturers.
Demonstrate specialized manufacturing knowledge
Showcase expertise in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma methodologies, ISO quality standards, or specific industry regulations to differentiate yourself from entry-level manufacturing candidates requiring sponsorship.
Explore manufacturing-adjacent technical roles
Consider positions in manufacturing engineering, production planning, or industrial maintenance that combine manufacturing knowledge with technical skills more likely to qualify for visa sponsorship.
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Do manufacturing associates qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship?
Entry-level manufacturing associate positions typically don't qualify for H-1B sponsorship since they don't require specialized knowledge or a specific bachelor's degree. However, specialized manufacturing roles like process engineers, quality assurance specialists, or manufacturing technicians with technical degrees can qualify when the position requires specialized manufacturing expertise and technical education.
What degree do I need for visa-sponsored manufacturing jobs?
Visa-sponsored manufacturing positions typically require engineering degrees (mechanical, industrial, chemical), manufacturing technology degrees, or related technical fields. Some specialized roles accept associate degrees plus significant experience in advanced manufacturing processes, automation systems, or quality control methodologies that demonstrate specialized knowledge.
Which manufacturing companies sponsor work visas most frequently?
Large automotive manufacturers like Ford, GM, and Toyota, aerospace companies like Boeing and Lockheed Martin, and major industrial manufacturers like 3M and Caterpillar have track records of visa sponsorship. Electronics manufacturers in tech hubs and pharmaceutical manufacturing companies also commonly sponsor visas for technical manufacturing roles.
Can I get sponsored for a manufacturing job without prior U.S. experience?
Yes, but focus on specialized manufacturing roles that value international experience with specific technologies, quality standards, or manufacturing processes. Companies often sponsor candidates with expertise in lean manufacturing, advanced automation, or industry-specific manufacturing knowledge that's difficult to find domestically, even without prior U.S. manufacturing experience.
How long does visa sponsorship take for manufacturing positions?
H-1B processing for manufacturing roles typically takes 4-6 months for regular processing, or 2-4 weeks with premium processing. The timeline includes LCA certification, I-129 petition filing, and potential RFE responses. Manufacturing companies often plan sponsorship around production schedules, so expect 6-12 months from initial job offer to work authorization.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Manufacturing Associate jobs?
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.
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