Production Assistant Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Production Assistant roles in U.S. film, TV, and media can qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a directly related bachelor's degree. Employers in this space also hire on F-1 OPT and STEM OPT, making it a realistic entry point for international candidates with strong production credentials.
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3rd Shift Monday- Friday 10PM-6: 30AM
The Production Assistant Manager, Manufacturing is required to lead production in the Manufacturing Plant. Additionally, the Production Assistant Manager will assist the Operations Manager(s) and/or Senior/Plant Manager with all areas of plant business to include, decision making regarding customers, team members, operational issues, business planning, priority setting, creating staff schedules, team member performance, and compliance with company policies. The Production Assistant Manager, Manufacturing is also required, as needed, to perform all functions performed by the Production Operator, Manufacturing and Production Lead Coordinator, Manufacturing.
GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
(This is a representative list of the general duties the position may be asked to perform, and is not intended to be all-inclusive)
- Manage facility in the absence of the Operations Manager and/or Senior/Plant Manager
- Lead manufacturing plant business unit which involves supporting customers, managing team members, overseeing operational issues, monitoring and facilitating processes in all work streams including the production, quality check, and shipping processes
- Interview job applicants, ensuring compliance of all company hiring policies; assist Operations Manager and/or Senior/Plant Manager with the hiring of team members
- Plan, organize and direct the activities of team members
- Evaluate the efficiency and productivity of team members by establishing performance standards and objectives and assist the Operations Manager and/or Senior/Plant Manager with conducting regular performance appraisals
- Assist team members in goal setting and skill development
- Provide feedback on disciplinary actions and administer performance counseling per the Performance Counseling Guide
- Provide leadership on assigned shifts
- Provide performance related feedback regarding team members to the Operations Manager(s) and/or Senior/Plant Manager
- Provide training and coaching to team members on assigned shifts
- Ensure that work produced by team members is in accordance with company standards
- Ensure adequate inventory is available to produce requested orders
- Responsible for ensuring quality by monitoring and complying with quality control procedures
- Ensure cross shift communication
- All other duties as needed or required
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
- High school diploma or equivalent education
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- 2+ years of high-volume manufacturing or quality control experience
- 1+ year of related experience
- Prior experience of FXO products & services offerings preferred
- Commercial print environment experience preferred
- Supervisory experience preferred
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- For new hires, must meet all FedEx Office employment qualifications in force at time of hiring
- For current FedEx Office team members, must meet hiring criteria for the position and transfer requirements as outlined in the Team Member Handbook
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Ability to stand during entire shift, excluding meal and rest periods
- Ability to move and lift 55 pounds
- Ability, on a consistent basis, to bend/twist at the waist and knees
- Ability to communicate effectively with customers, vendors, and other team members
- Ability, on a consistent basis, to perform work activities requiring cooperation and instruction
- Ability, on a consistent basis, to function in a fast-paced environment, under substantial pressure
- Ability, on a consistent basis, to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Ability, on a consistent basis, to report regularly to work and maintain established business hours in order to support the FedEx Office business; regular attendance and/or reporting could include regular attendance at a physical location and/or maintaining established business hours depending on the scope and nature of the position
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Pay Transparency:
Pay: $30.55 - $38.16/hr
Additional Details: 3rd Shift: 11pm-7:30am
Pay Transparency:
The compensation listed reflects the pay range or rate of pay reasonably expected for this posted position at the posted location or locations. If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, the pay information represents the ranges for each level in that job family. Actual pay is determined by several job-related factors permitted by law and relevant to the position, including, but not limited to, experience relative to the job, tenure, market level, pay at the location for this job, performance, schedule, and work assignment. In California, the compensation listed reflects the range or rate of pay reasonably expected for this posted position upon hire. In New Jersey, any compensable Security and Walk time will be paid to non-exempt/hourly employees at the state minimum wage.
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California Fair Chance: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.
FedEx complies with criminal history and Security Threat Assessment (STA) screening requirements defined by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) for positions requiring security identification display area (SIDA) access, Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations for commercial driving positions, Department of Defense Facility Security Office standard procedures in covered facilities, and all other laws, regulations, or executive orders, including those required by federal, state, or local government contract, or which the Attorney General determines to be essential for an employer to do business with an agency or department of the federal, state, or local government.
Quality Driven Management strives to deliver market-leading customer experience, business excellence, and financial return through a Quality-oriented culture and day-to-day application of Quality science. Suggests areas for improvement in internal processes along with possible solutions.
- Works with management to reduce company costs/wastes, and to optimize profitability in areas of responsibility.
- Applies Quality concepts presented at training during daily activities.
- Supports FedEx Office Quality initiatives.
FedEx Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/Disability.
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FedEx Office will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act. The existence of a criminal record is not an automatic or absolute bar to employment and a candidate’s criminal record will be considered individually based on factors such as the relationship between the job sought and the criminal offense, the timing of the offense, the nature of the offense, and any other relevant information. If you are applying in Philadelphia, PA, you can click here to learn about Philadelphia’s fair chance hiring law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Production Assistant
Frame your degree as production-specific
H-1B eligibility hinges on a specialty occupation. A degree in film production, media studies, or communications strengthens your case far more than a general business degree. Pull your O*NET profile to confirm how your coursework maps to the role's core tasks.
Target studios with active LCA filing history
Many production companies have never filed an LCA and won't start for a mid-level hire. Use Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified sponsorship history in production roles, so you're not educating a hiring manager on what an LCA is mid-offer.
Apply during your OPT window strategically
If your degree is in a STEM-designated CIP code like digital media production, you're eligible for a 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving employers two additional years before committing to an H-1B petition. Confirm your program's CIP code with your DSO before accepting any role.
Verify the wage level before the offer stage
An employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the prevailing rate for your work location. Run your job title and metro area through the OFLC Wage Search before salary negotiations so you know the floor DOL will require the employer to meet.
Clarify who files and who pays before signing
An employer can legally deduct certain H-1B fees from your paycheck only if the deduction doesn't bring your wage below the LCA-certified prevailing wage. Ask HR which USCIS filing fees the company covers before you have a signed offer in hand.
Prepare a production credit portfolio for RFEs
USCIS sometimes issues Requests for Evidence on production roles, questioning whether the position truly requires a degree. A portfolio of credited work, production briefs, and project documentation showing complex decision-making can directly counter a specialty occupation challenge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Production Assistant role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines and titles the role. A general runner or set PA position typically won't qualify because it doesn't require a specific bachelor's degree. However, a Production Assistant role in post-production, digital media operations, or broadcast coordination can qualify if the employer documents that the position routinely requires a degree in a directly related field like film production or media studies.
Which visas realistically cover Production Assistant roles for international candidates?
F-1 OPT and STEM OPT are the most common entry points, covering 12 to 36 months of work authorization while you build experience. H-1B is available for roles that meet the specialty occupation standard. J-1 visa intern or trainee categories are also used in production environments but require a designated sponsor organization. TN visa doesn't cover production assistant roles because the occupation isn't on the USMCA profession list.
Do production companies actually sponsor H-1B visas for assistants?
Larger studios, broadcast networks, and production companies with established HR infrastructure are the most likely sponsors. Boutique production houses and independent companies often lack the internal resources to manage an H-1B petition. Searching Migrate Mate lets you browse Production Assistant roles specifically at employers with verified sponsorship history, which saves time targeting companies already open to the process.
Is a film or media degree required, or will any bachelor's degree work?
USCIS looks at whether the degree is in a field directly related to the job duties, not just any bachelor's degree. A degree in film production, media communications, digital media, or broadcast journalism has the clearest connection. A degree in an unrelated field can still support an H-1B petition if you have additional coursework or certifications that bridge to the role, but the case requires more documentation.
What happens to my status if I lose a Production Assistant job while on H-1B?
H-1B status is tied to your sponsoring employer, so a termination ends your authorized status. You have a 60-day grace period to find a new H-1B sponsor, change to another valid status, or depart the U.S. Because production contracts and project-based employment are common in this industry, confirming the employer's project pipeline and company stability before accepting an H-1B sponsorship offer is a practical step.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Production Assistant 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.