Production Supervisor Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Production supervisors are sponsored at semiconductor fabs, pharmaceutical manufacturers, automotive plants, and food processing facilities where Intel, TSMC, Pfizer, Toyota, and Tyson sponsor for roles requiring engineering technology, industrial engineering, or manufacturing management degrees combined with GMP, lean manufacturing, or process control expertise. H-1B visa classification is strongest when the position specifies a technical degree and involves process optimization and quality systems management, while L-1 visa transfers from international manufacturing operations at multinational companies bypass the lottery for experienced supervisors with cross-plant management track records.
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Carlisle Companies is a leading manufacturer of building envelope products and solutions that make buildings more energy efficient, durable, and sustainable.
We deliver roofing, insulation, waterproofing, and architectural systems for commercial and residential projects using a focus on innovation and continuous improvement to solve today’s challenges.
We’re equally committed to our people, prioritizing safety, inclusion, career growth development, tuition assistance, and excellent benefits.
With manufacturing, engineering, R&D, and corporate functions across North America and globally, Carlisle offers stability, agility, and opportunity in a performance-driven culture. Do meaningful work and shape the future of building solutions; apply today and come grow with us.
Job Summary
The Production Supervisor is responsible for the management of manufacturing processes at the assigned facility. Provides leadership and direction for team members to accomplish training objectives, meet production schedules in a high quality, safe manner, facilitates problem solving and decision making. Promotes a high level of teamwork both on and between shifts as well as between departments. Responsible for maintaining records to comply with company procedures and apply policies and rules in a fair manner while fostering a participative, yet structured environment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Actively supports and participates in employee teams and problem-solving groups; serves as a facilitator, when needed, to maintain the group’s focus and provide the necessary resources
- Set expectations to provide clear, consistent direction related to safety requirements from CCM leadership
- Participates in safety meetings. Partners with EHS Teams to implement required safety initiatives and training. Conducts accident and near miss investigations, confirm incident reports are completed, accurate, and timely
- Supports the operations manager with contributions towards the plant’s cost reduction goals through awareness, spend control, and idea generation
- Facilitate decision making and problem-solving processes to foster a more participative and committed approach to the operations, addressing quality concerns/customer complaints
- Works to identify where Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) need to be developed. Ensuring that SOPs are followed and recommended for improvement are vetted and implemented when appropriate
- Possesses working knowledge of the manufacturing process
- Provides leadership and direction to production personnel to meet the desired output
- Acts as backup for operations manager when required, due to vacation, offsite meetings, and absenteeism
- Uniformly enforces and applies company policies and procedures to maintain fair and consistent work practices
- Provides input and seeks clarification where necessary to ensure that adequate communication and understanding is occurring
- Provides honest, objective feedback to team members so they clearly understand company expectations and potential development opportunities
- Maintains shift personnel records as required
- Initiate work assignments to address training needs required to ensure production goals can be met with qualified personnel
- Manages team to minimize defects and rework
- Plays a central leadership role in the deployment, sustainment, and training of the Carlisle Operating System (COS) across the site. This includes leveraging Continuous Improvement Leadership behaviors and processes (ex. MDI), COS tools (ex. SQDC Boardwalks, Kaizen), and daily coaching with the production team
- Coaches and encourages crews to identify and implement such opportunities
- Other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
- Manufacturing facility with exposure to varying temperatures and dust.
- Hours Worked: Monday – Friday. Shift: First
- Flexible to the possibility of overtime and weekend hours when required.
Physical Requirements:
According to ADA regulations, reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Frequency scale: Occasionally (0–30%) | Frequently (31–60%) | Continuously (61–100%)
LIFTING OR CARRYING
- 1–10 LBS — Frequently
- 11–20 LBS — Frequently
- 21–40 LBS — Frequently
- 41–50 LBS — Occasionally
- 51 OR MORE LBS — Occasionally
PUSHING OR PULLING:
- 1–40 LBS — Occasionally
OTHER PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- BENDING OR STOOPING — Occasionally
- REACHING ABOVE SHOULDER LEVEL — Occasionally
- CLIMBING (LADDERS, STAIRS, ETC.) — Occasionally
- WALKING — Continuously
- STANDING — Continuously
- SITTING — Continuously
- WORKING IN EXTREME TEMPERATURES — Continuously
- VISION — Continuously
- HEARING — Continuously
- DEXTERITY — Frequently
- HAND EYE COORDINATION — Continuously
Additional Information for Maryland Applicants:
As a Production Supervisor you will be entitled to the following:
- The Salary Range for this position is $81,433 to $99,530
- The final base compensation offered is based on educational achievements, professional experience, other qualifying factors & skillsets, and internal equity. While Carlisle Companies Inc is committed to Pay Transparency with this range, understand that candidates should not necessarily expect to see an offer near the top end of the posted range.
- Benefits Include:
- Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage Beginning Day 1 of Employment
- Health Savings Account
- 401k Contribution with Company Match
- 11 Company Paid Holidays Per Calendar Year
- Vacation Days: The total number of days granted depends on your years of professional experience. The first year of employment is prorated based on the month of hire.
- Confirm your allotment eligibility with Talent Acquisition or HR.
- Sick Days: All Carlisle Employees are granted at least 5 sick days per calendar year.
- Confirm with Talent Acquisition or HR the allotment or accrual based on your locality.
- Two weeks Paid Parental Leave at 100% base compensation, upon approval.
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits, 100% Employer Funded
- Tuition Reimbursement is available after 6 months of full-time employment, covering up to 100% of tuition which includes 18 credit hours, the costs, and eligible associated fees per calendar year.
- For a full view of our entire benefits package, please visit www.carlislebenefits.com
- The anticipated closing date for receiving applications is 1/4/2027.
Qualifications
Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Familiar with day-to-day manufacturing activities and positions on the production floor
- Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and problem-solving tools
- Ability to quickly identify safety concerns and address with necessary team members
- Strong interpersonal skills with colleagues and direct reports
- Strong MS Office and ERP skills, SAP preferred
Education and Experience:
- Required:
- Education: HS Diploma or GED Equivalent
- Experience: 5 years in a manufacturing environment with demonstrated leadership abilities
- Preferred:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related field required
- Experience: Metal fabrication environment preferred
Additional Information
At Carlisle, our culture is grounded in a shared commitment to our core values: Start with Safety, Focus on Customers, Act with Integrity, Pursue Excellence, Better Every Day, Drive Innovation, and Deliver Results. These values are not just words — they guide our behaviors, decisions, and actions every day. They are the foundation of our business and the reason for our continued success.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact careers@carlisle.com.
INFORMATION SECURITY ALERT
All applicants for careers with Carlisle will be submitted through this site. Carlisle will not extend job offers without prior in-person or visual correspondence and we will not ask you to provide private personal information for a background check prior to extending a job offer. For more information, please review our Privacy policy.
Company Description
Carlisle Companies is a leading manufacturer of building envelope products and solutions that make buildings more energy efficient, durable, and sustainable.
We deliver roofing, insulation, waterproofing, and architectural systems for commercial and residential projects using a focus on innovation and continuous improvement to solve today’s challenges.
We’re equally committed to our people, prioritizing safety, inclusion, career growth development, tuition assistance, and excellent benefits.
With manufacturing, engineering, R&D, and corporate functions across North America and globally, Carlisle offers stability, agility, and opportunity in a performance-driven culture. Do meaningful work and shape the future of building solutions; apply today and come grow with us.
Job Summary
The Production Supervisor is responsible for the management of manufacturing processes at the assigned facility. Provides leadership and direction for team members to accomplish training objectives, meet production schedules in a high quality, safe manner, facilitates problem solving and decision making. Promotes a high level of teamwork both on and between shifts as well as between departments. Responsible for maintaining records to comply with company procedures and apply policies and rules in a fair manner while fostering a participative, yet structured environment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Actively supports and participates in employee teams and problem-solving groups; serves as a facilitator, when needed, to maintain the group’s focus and provide the necessary resources
- Set expectations to provide clear, consistent direction related to safety requirements from CCM leadership
- Participates in safety meetings. Partners with EHS Teams to implement required safety initiatives and training. Conducts accident and near miss investigations, confirm incident reports are completed, accurate, and timely
- Supports the operations manager with contributions towards the plant’s cost reduction goals through awareness, spend control, and idea generation
- Facilitate decision making and problem-solving processes to foster a more participative and committed approach to the operations, addressing quality concerns/customer complaints
- Works to identify where Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) need to be developed. Ensuring that SOPs are followed and recommended for improvement are vetted and implemented when appropriate
- Possesses working knowledge of the manufacturing process
- Provides leadership and direction to production personnel to meet the desired output
- Acts as backup for operations manager when required, due to vacation, offsite meetings, and absenteeism
- Uniformly enforces and applies company policies and procedures to maintain fair and consistent work practices
- Provides input and seeks clarification where necessary to ensure that adequate communication and understanding is occurring
- Provides honest, objective feedback to team members so they clearly understand company expectations and potential development opportunities
- Maintains shift personnel records as required
- Initiate work assignments to address training needs required to ensure production goals can be met with qualified personnel
- Manages team to minimize defects and rework
- Plays a central leadership role in the deployment, sustainment, and training of the Carlisle Operating System (COS) across the site. This includes leveraging Continuous Improvement Leadership behaviors and processes (ex. MDI), COS tools (ex. SQDC Boardwalks, Kaizen), and daily coaching with the production team
- Coaches and encourages crews to identify and implement such opportunities
- Other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
- Manufacturing facility with exposure to varying temperatures and dust.
- Hours Worked: Monday – Friday. Shift: First
- Flexible to the possibility of overtime and weekend hours when required.
Physical Requirements:
According to ADA regulations, reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Frequency scale: Occasionally (0–30%) | Frequently (31–60%) | Continuously (61–100%)
LIFTING OR CARRYING
- 1–10 LBS — Frequently
- 11–20 LBS — Frequently
- 21–40 LBS — Frequently
- 41–50 LBS — Occasionally
- 51 OR MORE LBS — Occasionally
PUSHING OR PULLING:
- 1–40 LBS — Occasionally
OTHER PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- BENDING OR STOOPING — Occasionally
- REACHING ABOVE SHOULDER LEVEL — Occasionally
- CLIMBING (LADDERS, STAIRS, ETC.) — Occasionally
- WALKING — Continuously
- STANDING — Continuously
- SITTING — Continuously
- WORKING IN EXTREME TEMPERATURES — Continuously
- VISION — Continuously
- HEARING — Continuously
- DEXTERITY — Frequently
- HAND EYE COORDINATION — Continuously
Additional Information for Maryland Applicants:
As a Production Supervisor you will be entitled to the following:
- The Salary Range for this position is $81,433 to $99,530
- The final base compensation offered is based on educational achievements, professional experience, other qualifying factors & skillsets, and internal equity. While Carlisle Companies Inc is committed to Pay Transparency with this range, understand that candidates should not necessarily expect to see an offer near the top end of the posted range.
- Benefits Include:
- Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage Beginning Day 1 of Employment
- Health Savings Account
- 401k Contribution with Company Match
- 11 Company Paid Holidays Per Calendar Year
- Vacation Days: The total number of days granted depends on your years of professional experience. The first year of employment is prorated based on the month of hire.
- Confirm your allotment eligibility with Talent Acquisition or HR.
- Sick Days: All Carlisle Employees are granted at least 5 sick days per calendar year.
- Confirm with Talent Acquisition or HR the allotment or accrual based on your locality.
- Two weeks Paid Parental Leave at 100% base compensation, upon approval.
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits, 100% Employer Funded
- Tuition Reimbursement is available after 6 months of full-time employment, covering up to 100% of tuition which includes 18 credit hours, the costs, and eligible associated fees per calendar year.
- For a full view of our entire benefits package, please visit www.carlislebenefits.com
- The anticipated closing date for receiving applications is 1/4/2027.
Qualifications
Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Familiar with day-to-day manufacturing activities and positions on the production floor
- Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and problem-solving tools
- Ability to quickly identify safety concerns and address with necessary team members
- Strong interpersonal skills with colleagues and direct reports
- Strong MS Office and ERP skills, SAP preferred
Education and Experience:
- Required:
- Education: HS Diploma or GED Equivalent
- Experience: 5 years in a manufacturing environment with demonstrated leadership abilities
- Preferred:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related field required
- Experience: Metal fabrication environment preferred
Additional Information
At Carlisle, our culture is grounded in a shared commitment to our core values: Start with Safety, Focus on Customers, Act with Integrity, Pursue Excellence, Better Every Day, Drive Innovation, and Deliver Results. These values are not just words — they guide our behaviors, decisions, and actions every day. They are the foundation of our business and the reason for our continued success.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact careers@carlisle.com.
INFORMATION SECURITY ALERT
All applicants for careers with Carlisle will be submitted through this site. Carlisle will not extend job offers without prior in-person or visual correspondence and we will not ask you to provide private personal information for a background check prior to extending a job offer. For more information, please review our Privacy policy.
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Semiconductor Fab Production Supervisors Are in Highest Demand
Intel, TSMC, Samsung, Micron, and GlobalFoundries sponsor for production shift supervisors managing cleanroom operations, wafer processing, and yield optimization at new U.S. fabs. These positions pay $70,000 to $100,000 and require engineering or manufacturing technology degrees.
Pharmaceutical Production Requires GMP Expertise
Pfizer, Merck, Johnson & Johnson, Abbott, and Amgen sponsor for production supervisors managing FDA-regulated manufacturing lines for biologics, vaccines, and sterile products. GMP compliance and batch record management expertise are specialized skills that clearly support H-1B classification.
Automotive Manufacturing Supervisors Transfer on L-1
Toyota, Honda, BMW, Hyundai, and Volkswagen operate plants globally and transfer experienced production supervisors on L-1 to U.S. facilities. Build one year of strong safety, quality, and throughput performance at an international plant before requesting the transfer.
Industrial Engineering Degrees Provide the Strongest H-1B Foundation
Production supervisor roles specifying industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, or chemical engineering degrees have the highest H-1B approval rates. Ensure your target position explicitly requires a technical degree rather than general management experience alone.
Six Sigma and Lean Certifications Add Measurable Value
Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt and Lean manufacturing certifications demonstrate process improvement expertise that strengthens both H-1B petitions and employer interest. Certified supervisors earn 10 to 15% more and advance to management faster.
Food and Beverage Manufacturing Also Sponsors
Tyson, Nestle, PepsiCo, Cargill, and JBS sponsor production supervisors for processing and packaging operations requiring food science or engineering degrees. HACCP and SQF certifications combined with technical degrees strengthen classification for food manufacturing roles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do companies sponsor H-1B visas for Production Supervisor roles?
Yes, when the role requires a technical degree. Semiconductor fabs, pharmaceutical plants, and automotive manufacturers sponsor most frequently. H-1B visa classification is strongest for positions specifying industrial engineering or manufacturing technology degrees combined with regulatory compliance responsibilities.
What is the typical salary for sponsored Production Supervisor roles?
General production supervisors earn $55,000 to $78,000. Semiconductor fab supervisors earn $70,000 to $100,000. Pharmaceutical production supervisors earn $68,000 to $95,000. Automotive plant supervisors earn $62,000 to $88,000 with shift differentials.
What qualifications strengthen a Production Supervisor's sponsorship case?
An industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, or chemical engineering degree provides the strongest H-1B foundation. Six Sigma, Lean, and GMP certifications demonstrate process improvement expertise. Documented improvements in yield, throughput, and safety metrics demonstrate the specialized value you bring.
Which industries sponsor Production Supervisors most frequently?
Semiconductor manufacturing leads due to CHIPS Act expansion. Pharmaceutical manufacturing sponsors for FDA-regulated production. Automotive plants sponsor through L-1 transfers from international facilities. Food and beverage companies sponsor for processing operations requiring food science expertise.
What is the career progression for a sponsored Production Supervisor?
The path moves from production supervisor to senior supervisor to production manager to plant manager to VP of manufacturing. Production managers earn $85,000 to $125,000. Plant managers at major manufacturers earn $120,000 to $190,000.
How to find Production Supervisor jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find Production Supervisor jobs with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in connecting international candidates with sponsoring employers. Focus on manufacturing companies, food processing plants, and automotive facilities that frequently sponsor H-1B, TN visa, and EB-3 visas for supervisory roles. These industries often face talent shortages and actively recruit experienced production supervisors from abroad.