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Production Planner roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as a specialty occupation when the position requires a bachelor's degree in supply chain, industrial engineering, or a related field. Employers in manufacturing, aerospace, and consumer goods regularly file Labor Condition Applications for this title, making it a viable path for international candidates.
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Oversee, Support and Coordinate all key milestones to properly plan and manage all the aircraft maintenance and modification projects at the Embraer Owned Service Center.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Proven ability to support multiple projects with medium to high complexity. Consistent track record of on-time and on-quality delivery.
- Must have proven experience in critical chain management (buffer management) to assess project performance - emphasis on resource leveling.
- Developing and executing activities related to end-to-end program/project management, including project plans and estimates, scoping and requirements through implementation and deployment.
- Proactively manage work across different workforces if needed, monitor and report on execution of deliverables through all program/project phases.
- Ensure overall quality of the project and act as the escalation point of contact.
- Coordination across work streams for on-time delivery.
- Overall program planning and status tracking using Microsoft Project & ProChain.
- Management of deliverables (Fever Chart and Actual vs Plan project evolution).
- Communication to Client Leadership Teams.
- Facilitate and organize meetings.
- Risk/Issue management.
- Status reporting to senior management.
- Managing open items.
- Organizing and planning activities.
- Instructs/assists Production Control where required in assembling work packages.
- Assembles all necessary information and data to properly plan the project (i.e. MRB Task Cards, AMM references, SB's etc.). Instructs/assists Production Control where required in assembling work packages.
- Researches/verifies aircraft configuration and orders pre-draw materials and mod kits. Ensures required equipment and human resources are available to meet proposed schedule.
- Assigns work orders and task numbers to work packages in order of correct flow (CCPM).
- Develops work flow chart for project and updates it each day to track progress and problem areas.
- Monitors hours expended on flat rated jobs. Reports results daily to all managers to enhance project performance.
- Maintains a database of all work performed.
- Assists in labor and maintenance studies and provide historical data for support of Sales and Marketing activities.
- Prepares quotes for aircraft maintenance and various work scopes received from Sales and Marketing. Estimate materials or labor requirements.
- Acts as liaison between planning, the customer and operations.
- Creates flow chart based on required sequence of activities. Establishes labor-hour requirements for routine work. Identifies outside services when required.
- Updates work scope as CRI items develop. Updates flow chart and master task list.
- Ensures plan of work is followed. Tracks paperwork flow for accountability through Production Control.
- Assess cost effectiveness of projects or services, tracking actual cost vs. bids as the project develops.
- Prepare estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing and scheduling work.
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Education:
- Typically requires BS/BA Undergraduate Degree.
- Critical Chain Project Management (CCPM) Experience required.
- Strong PM skills needed to plan & manage a project rollout.
- PMP Preferred.
- A&P License strongly preferred.
Experience:
- Generally, 5+ years of experience in the role of Aviation Field Project Manager or similar.
- Experience in aviation planning, customer support, and repair customer services activities.
- Aviation quality control experience required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of principles and practices in their work assignments which typically are relatively complex in nature.
- Customer services techniques.
- Critical Chain Process Management.
- Aeronautical familiarization.
- Intermediary computer skills - Office, (Excel and Word).
- Customer service oriented.
- Good communication skills.
- Able to work independently; team player.
- Organized and detailed oriented.
Embraer is an equal opportunity employer.
Position Summary
Oversee, Support and Coordinate all key milestones to properly plan and manage all the aircraft maintenance and modification projects at the Embraer Owned Service Center.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Proven ability to support multiple projects with medium to high complexity. Consistent track record of on-time and on-quality delivery.
- Must have proven experience in critical chain management (buffer management) to assess project performance - emphasis on resource leveling.
- Developing and executing activities related to end-to-end program/project management, including project plans and estimates, scoping and requirements through implementation and deployment.
- Proactively manage work across different workforces if needed, monitor and report on execution of deliverables through all program/project phases.
- Ensure overall quality of the project and act as the escalation point of contact.
- Coordination across work streams for on-time delivery.
- Overall program planning and status tracking using Microsoft Project & ProChain.
- Management of deliverables (Fever Chart and Actual vs Plan project evolution).
- Communication to Client Leadership Teams.
- Facilitate and organize meetings.
- Risk/Issue management.
- Status reporting to senior management.
- Managing open items.
- Organizing and planning activities.
- Instructs/assists Production Control where required in assembling work packages.
- Assembles all necessary information and data to properly plan the project (i.e. MRB Task Cards, AMM references, SB's etc.). Instructs/assists Production Control where required in assembling work packages.
- Researches/verifies aircraft configuration and orders pre-draw materials and mod kits. Ensures required equipment and human resources are available to meet proposed schedule.
- Assigns work orders and task numbers to work packages in order of correct flow (CCPM).
- Develops work flow chart for project and updates it each day to track progress and problem areas.
- Monitors hours expended on flat rated jobs. Reports results daily to all managers to enhance project performance.
- Maintains a database of all work performed.
- Assists in labor and maintenance studies and provide historical data for support of Sales and Marketing activities.
- Prepares quotes for aircraft maintenance and various work scopes received from Sales and Marketing. Estimate materials or labor requirements.
- Acts as liaison between planning, the customer and operations.
- Creates flow chart based on required sequence of activities. Establishes labor-hour requirements for routine work. Identifies outside services when required.
- Updates work scope as CRI items develop. Updates flow chart and master task list.
- Ensures plan of work is followed. Tracks paperwork flow for accountability through Production Control.
- Assess cost effectiveness of projects or services, tracking actual cost vs. bids as the project develops.
- Prepare estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing and scheduling work.
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Education:
- Typically requires BS/BA Undergraduate Degree.
- Critical Chain Project Management (CCPM) Experience required.
- Strong PM skills needed to plan & manage a project rollout.
- PMP Preferred.
- A&P License strongly preferred.
Experience:
- Generally, 5+ years of experience in the role of Aviation Field Project Manager or similar.
- Experience in aviation planning, customer support, and repair customer services activities.
- Aviation quality control experience required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of principles and practices in their work assignments which typically are relatively complex in nature.
- Customer services techniques.
- Critical Chain Process Management.
- Aeronautical familiarization.
- Intermediary computer skills - Office, (Excel and Word).
- Customer service oriented.
- Good communication skills.
- Able to work independently; team player.
- Organized and detailed oriented.
Embraer is an equal opportunity employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Production Planner
Verify your degree aligns with the role
H-1B eligibility requires a degree directly related to production planning, so a supply chain, industrial engineering, or operations management degree is a stronger fit than a general business degree. Document that connection clearly before applying.
Target manufacturers with active LCA history
Aerospace, automotive, and electronics manufacturers file Labor Condition Applications for Production Planner roles far more consistently than smaller job shops. Focus your search on mid-to-large manufacturers where dedicated HR teams handle sponsorship routinely.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsors
Search Migrate Mate to browse Production Planner roles at employers with verified visa sponsorship history. It surfaces companies that have filed LCAs for this occupation, so you're not wasting time on employers who've never sponsored.
Check prevailing wage tiers before negotiating
Your employer must pay the prevailing wage for the Production Planner occupation in your work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage tiers before entering salary discussions, so you know what the LCA must certify.
Prepare ERP and scheduling documentation for the petition
USCIS may issue a Request for Evidence questioning whether a Production Planner role truly requires a specialty-degree. Document your use of ERP systems, materials requirements planning, and demand forecasting to demonstrate the theoretical and practical complexity of the work.
Understand the LCA timeline relative to your start date
DOL must certify the Labor Condition Application before your employer files the I-129 petition. Build at least three to four weeks of LCA certification time into your expected start-date planning so the filing sequence doesn't delay your authorization.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Production Planner role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but it isn't automatic. USCIS evaluates whether the specific position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. A Production Planner role tied to ERP systems, demand forecasting, or complex materials requirements planning at a large manufacturer is a stronger case than a scheduling coordinator role at a small job shop where a degree isn't standard for the industry.
Which visa types are realistic for international Production Planners?
H-1B is the most common path for Production Planners from countries outside the U.S.-Mexico-Canada region. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify for TN visa status under the USMCA, provided the role aligns with the Industrial Engineer or Management Consultant profession on the USMCA list. Australian nationals can explore the E-3 visa, which has no lottery and renews every two years. F-1 students in supply chain or engineering can bridge on OPT or STEM OPT while pursuing sponsorship.
What degree do I need to get sponsored as a Production Planner?
A bachelor's degree in supply chain management, industrial engineering, operations management, or manufacturing engineering is the strongest foundation. Degrees in general business or logistics can work if your coursework heavily overlaps with production planning theory, but expect more scrutiny from USCIS. The O*NET occupation profile for Production Planners and Expeditors can help you frame how your degree connects to the role's core requirements.
How do I find Production Planner jobs where employers will sponsor a visa?
Search Migrate Mate for Production Planner roles at employers with verified sponsorship history. Manufacturing companies that sponsor consistently tend to be in aerospace, automotive, medical devices, and consumer electronics, where production complexity makes degreed planners the industry norm rather than the exception.
Can my employer sponsor me for a green card as a Production Planner?
Yes. Production Planner typically falls under EB-3 skilled worker, which requires the employer to complete PERM labor certification with DOL before filing the I-140 petition. EB-2 is possible if the role requires an advanced degree or the employer can demonstrate exceptional need. Priority date backlogs vary significantly by country of birth, so candidates from India and China should factor multi-year waits into their planning.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Production Planner 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.