Production Foreman Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Production Foreman roles can qualify for H-1B visa or TN visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing technology, or a related field. Employers in food processing, automotive, and industrial manufacturing have active LCA filing histories, making verified sponsorship easier to confirm before you apply.
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As a Production Foreman I, you are responsible for supervising a team of production workers during the entire production process of L.B. Foster products while following standard work methods and practicing safe work habits to ensure production is efficient and safe. Foreman I is expected to be able to cover in different process areas as required. Time balance is 80% working and 20% managing.
Please note that while this position is scheduled for night shift, new hires will complete training on day shift to support a successful onboarding before moving to their assigned night shift schedule.
Responsibilities:
- Lead safe start meetings and stretching.
- Oversee and ensure all employees are properly trained in production process.
- Planning, assigning, and directing daily production and ensure all company safety, quality and environmental policies and procedures are followed.
- Work with quality and production teams to identify areas for continuous improvement.
- Maintain 5S standards.
- Read and follow plans, material lists and guidelines and apply necessary timelines.
- Examine products to verify conformance to quality standards.
- Assist in manufacturing and shipping.
- Check actual against scheduled production.
- Observe equipment operations and confirm all pre-shift inspections are completed.
- May perform data entry in LBF Automation.
- Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- At least 5+ years of experience in a production environment
- Prior leadership experience, preferred
- Understands 5S process
SKILLS:
- Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to use Microsoft applications – Excel and Word, and comfortable using a computer
- Demonstrate ability to identify problems within a process and to develop feasible solutions
- Demonstrate ability to prioritize, work efficiently, problem solve and work positively within a team.
- Ability to make decisions using good judgment and discretion
- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
- Effective records management techniques
- Ability to exert up to 80 pounds of force occasionally, up to 40 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects
BENEFITS:
- Medical, dental, vision benefits the first day of the month after hire
- Market-leading 401(k) program with company match
- 10 paid holidays per year and PTO accrual plan
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Sick Leave
- 100% tuition reimbursement
- Career development and advancement opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
INTRODUCTION
As a Production Foreman I, you are responsible for supervising a team of production workers during the entire production process of L.B. Foster products while following standard work methods and practicing safe work habits to ensure production is efficient and safe. Foreman I is expected to be able to cover in different process areas as required. Time balance is 80% working and 20% managing.
Please note that while this position is scheduled for night shift, new hires will complete training on day shift to support a successful onboarding before moving to their assigned night shift schedule.
Responsibilities:
- Lead safe start meetings and stretching.
- Oversee and ensure all employees are properly trained in production process.
- Planning, assigning, and directing daily production and ensure all company safety, quality and environmental policies and procedures are followed.
- Work with quality and production teams to identify areas for continuous improvement.
- Maintain 5S standards.
- Read and follow plans, material lists and guidelines and apply necessary timelines.
- Examine products to verify conformance to quality standards.
- Assist in manufacturing and shipping.
- Check actual against scheduled production.
- Observe equipment operations and confirm all pre-shift inspections are completed.
- May perform data entry in LBF Automation.
- Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- At least 5+ years of experience in a production environment
- Prior leadership experience, preferred
- Understands 5S process
SKILLS:
- Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to use Microsoft applications – Excel and Word, and comfortable using a computer
- Demonstrate ability to identify problems within a process and to develop feasible solutions
- Demonstrate ability to prioritize, work efficiently, problem solve and work positively within a team.
- Ability to make decisions using good judgment and discretion
- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
- Effective records management techniques
- Ability to exert up to 80 pounds of force occasionally, up to 40 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects
BENEFITS:
- Medical, dental, vision benefits the first day of the month after hire
- Market-leading 401(k) program with company match
- 10 paid holidays per year and PTO accrual plan
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Sick Leave
- 100% tuition reimbursement
- Career development and advancement opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Production Foreman Jobs
Verify your degree aligns with the role
Production Foreman positions need a specialty occupation designation to qualify for H-1B sponsorship. Your degree must be in a directly related field like industrial engineering or manufacturing technology, not a general business or unrelated discipline.
Research OFLC wage data before negotiating
Your employer must file a Labor Condition Application certifying your wage meets the DOL prevailing wage for Production Foreman roles in your metro area. Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the Level 1 through Level 4 wage tiers before your offer conversation.
Target manufacturers with existing LCA filing history
Automotive, food processing, and heavy equipment manufacturers file LCAs for production supervision roles most consistently. Use Migrate Mate to find employers with verified LCA filing history for Production Foreman positions, filtered by city and industry.
Clarify whether the role is salaried or hourly
H-1B sponsorship requires the position to be a bona fide specialty occupation with consistent degree requirements. Hourly-classified Production Foreman roles at some facilities may face extra scrutiny from USCIS, so confirm the employer classifies the role as exempt salaried work.
Get the job description reviewed before filing
USCIS often issues Requests for Evidence on Production Foreman petitions questioning whether the duties genuinely require a degree. Ask your employer to document that the role involves technical oversight, process engineering decisions, or regulatory compliance, not just shift scheduling.
Understand TN eligibility if you hold Canadian or Mexican citizenship
Production Foreman roles may qualify under the TN visa category for Industrial Engineers if your duties include process analysis and you hold a qualifying engineering degree. TN status is renewable indefinitely and requires no lottery, but you can't show immigrant intent.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Production Foreman role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer classifies the position. If the role requires a bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing technology, or operations management as a minimum entry requirement, USCIS will typically accept it as a specialty occupation. Generic supervisory roles where any degree is accepted regardless of field are more likely to receive a Request for Evidence or denial.
Which visa types realistically cover Production Foreman sponsorship?
H-1B is the most common path if the role meets specialty occupation requirements. Canadian and Mexican nationals with engineering degrees may qualify under TN visa status as Industrial Engineers, with no lottery and no numerical cap. EB-3 green card sponsorship is also an option for employers willing to go through PERM labor certification, which is common in manufacturing sectors with ongoing hiring needs.
How do I find Production Foreman employers who actively sponsor visas?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified LCA filing history for production and manufacturing roles, so you can see which companies have sponsored similar positions before applying. This saves time compared to cold-applying and discovering mid-process that the employer has never filed an H-1B petition.
What happens to my H-1B status if I'm promoted from Production Foreman to Plant Manager?
Your employer must file an amended H-1B petition with USCIS before the promotion takes effect if the new role has materially different duties, a different job title, or a different worksite location. You can continue working in your current Production Foreman role while the amended petition is pending, but starting Plant Manager duties before USCIS acknowledges the amendment creates a status violation.
Do Production Foreman roles at unionized facilities affect visa sponsorship?
Yes. USCIS and DOL pay closer attention to LCA filings at facilities with collective bargaining agreements. The prevailing wage for union shops is often higher than the OFLC Wage Search baseline because the union contract wage sets the floor. Your employer must also confirm in the LCA that the sponsorship won't displace or adversely affect unionized U.S. workers in the same classification.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Production Foreman 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.