Quality Technician Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Quality Technician roles are among the more straightforward positions to get H-1B visa or E-3 visa sponsorship for, provided your degree aligns with the role. Employers in manufacturing, medical devices, and aerospace regularly sponsor, and the specialty occupation standard is met when the position requires a bachelor's in engineering, science, or a closely related technical field.
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Get Access To All JobsAt Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.
Job Summary
A leading manufacturing organization in Memphis, TN is seeking a Quality Technician II to support production quality, documentation accuracy, and compliance with customer and internal requirements. Responsibilities include inspection of materials and finished goods, management of NCRs, validation of manufacturing documentation, and coordination of quality-related activities across production, engineering, and customer teams. The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma or Associate’s degree and 2-5 years of related experience in a manufacturing or quality environment.
Qualifications
- 2-5 years of experience in manufacturing quality, inspection, or technician role
- Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience preferred
- Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, inspection methods, and quality systems
- Experience with NCR systems, inspection documentation, or quality tracking tools preferred
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify documentation gaps
Responsibilities
- Perform inspections of materials, components, and finished goods, including first article, in-process, and end-of-line reviews
- Conduct defect analysis and support reporting of production quality issues
- Generate, update, and track Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), ensuring complete and accurate data documentation
- Support dispositioning of nonconforming materials and coordinate MRB activities
- Review manufacturing documentation, specifications, and quality records to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment to acceptance criteria
- Validate FAT/EOL reports, inspection data, and quality documentation prior to submission
- Maintain and update quality tracking systems (e.g., NCR trackers, observation systems, inspection logs)
- Ensure proper documentation upload and accessibility across required systems and platforms
- Support cross-functional communication to resolve missing data, incomplete reports, and open quality issues
- Coordinate quality execution activities and shift-to-shift handoff
- Assist in retraining activities for updated specifications and acceptance criteria
- Maintain inspection records, logs, and quality documentation in accordance with company procedures
- Participate in continuous improvement and corrective action activities
- Identify recurring quality issues and escalate trends to Quality Engineering
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
- General computer competency, including ability to navigate multiple systems and manage digital records efficiently
BE AWARE OF FRAUD: When applying for a job at Jabil you will be contacted via correspondence through our official job portal with a jabil.com e-mail address; direct phone call from a member of the Jabil team; or direct e-mail with a jabil.com e-mail address. Jabil does not request payments for interviews or at any other point during the hiring process. Jabil will not ask for your personal identifying information such as a social security number, birth certificate, financial institution, driver’s license number or passport information over the phone or via e-mail. If you believe you are a victim of identity theft, contact the Federal Bureau of Investigations internet crime hotline (www.ic3.gov), the Federal Trade Commission identity theft hotline (www.identitytheft.gov) and/or your local police department. Any scam job listings should be reported to whatever website it was posted in.
Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Accessibility Accommodation
If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Jabil.com/Careers site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an e-mail to Always_Accessible@Jabil.com or calling 727-803-7988 with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e-mail or phone number. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.
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At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.
Job Summary
A leading manufacturing organization in Memphis, TN is seeking a Quality Technician II to support production quality, documentation accuracy, and compliance with customer and internal requirements. Responsibilities include inspection of materials and finished goods, management of NCRs, validation of manufacturing documentation, and coordination of quality-related activities across production, engineering, and customer teams. The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma or Associate’s degree and 2-5 years of related experience in a manufacturing or quality environment.
Qualifications
- 2-5 years of experience in manufacturing quality, inspection, or technician role
- Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience preferred
- Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, inspection methods, and quality systems
- Experience with NCR systems, inspection documentation, or quality tracking tools preferred
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify documentation gaps
Responsibilities
- Perform inspections of materials, components, and finished goods, including first article, in-process, and end-of-line reviews
- Conduct defect analysis and support reporting of production quality issues
- Generate, update, and track Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), ensuring complete and accurate data documentation
- Support dispositioning of nonconforming materials and coordinate MRB activities
- Review manufacturing documentation, specifications, and quality records to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment to acceptance criteria
- Validate FAT/EOL reports, inspection data, and quality documentation prior to submission
- Maintain and update quality tracking systems (e.g., NCR trackers, observation systems, inspection logs)
- Ensure proper documentation upload and accessibility across required systems and platforms
- Support cross-functional communication to resolve missing data, incomplete reports, and open quality issues
- Coordinate quality execution activities and shift-to-shift handoff
- Assist in retraining activities for updated specifications and acceptance criteria
- Maintain inspection records, logs, and quality documentation in accordance with company procedures
- Participate in continuous improvement and corrective action activities
- Identify recurring quality issues and escalate trends to Quality Engineering
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
- General computer competency, including ability to navigate multiple systems and manage digital records efficiently
BE AWARE OF FRAUD: When applying for a job at Jabil you will be contacted via correspondence through our official job portal with a jabil.com e-mail address; direct phone call from a member of the Jabil team; or direct e-mail with a jabil.com e-mail address. Jabil does not request payments for interviews or at any other point during the hiring process. Jabil will not ask for your personal identifying information such as a social security number, birth certificate, financial institution, driver’s license number or passport information over the phone or via e-mail. If you believe you are a victim of identity theft, contact the Federal Bureau of Investigations internet crime hotline (www.ic3.gov), the Federal Trade Commission identity theft hotline (www.identitytheft.gov) and/or your local police department. Any scam job listings should be reported to whatever website it was posted in.
Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Accessibility Accommodation
If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Jabil.com/Careers site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an e-mail to Always_Accessible@Jabil.com or calling 727-803-7988 with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e-mail or phone number. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Quality Technician
Confirm the role requires a specific technical degree
Sponsorship depends on the job qualifying as a specialty occupation. Look for postings that explicitly require a bachelor's in engineering, quality science, or a related field, not just 'bachelor's preferred' or 'any degree accepted.'
Target industries with established sponsorship track records
Medical device manufacturers, aerospace contractors, and pharmaceutical companies sponsor Quality Technicians most consistently. These industries operate under strict regulatory frameworks that justify degree requirements and make specialty occupation arguments stronger.
Highlight certifications alongside your degree
ASQ certifications like CQT or CQE signal professional seriousness and strengthen your application. Employers who see both a relevant degree and industry certification are more likely to view sponsorship as a worthwhile investment for this role.
Ask about the sponsorship process before your first interview
Not all companies that have sponsored before will sponsor again, budgets and policies change. Confirm early whether the company has active sponsorship infrastructure, ideally by checking Department of Labor disclosure data for recent LCA filings.
Understand how your degree field affects your case
A degree in mechanical engineering or industrial technology maps cleanly to Quality Technician work. A degree in an unrelated field, even at the same level, weakens the specialty occupation argument and may require additional documentation or a legal opinion letter.
Browse sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Finding employers who have sponsored this specific role is faster than cold outreach. Migrate Mate filters job listings by visa sponsorship, so you're only seeing Quality Technician openings from employers already willing to go through the process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Quality Technician role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the role is defined by the employer. A Quality Technician position qualifies as a specialty occupation when the employer requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific technical field, typically engineering, industrial technology, or applied sciences. Roles where any degree or just experience is acceptable generally do not qualify. The job description language matters significantly when USCIS evaluates the petition.
Which industries sponsor Quality Technicians most often?
Medical device, aerospace, defense, pharmaceutical, and semiconductor manufacturing companies sponsor Quality Technicians most frequently. These industries operate under FDA, ISO, or FAA regulatory requirements that create genuine degree-level expectations for quality roles. Companies producing regulated products have stronger justification for specialty occupation claims than general manufacturing employers. You can browse current openings from these employers on Migrate Mate.
Do I need a four-year degree, or can I substitute work experience?
For H-1B visa sponsorship, the standard is a U.S. bachelor's degree or its equivalent. Three years of specialized work experience can substitute for one year of formal education, meaning 12 years of directly relevant experience could theoretically substitute for a four-year degree. In practice, USCIS scrutinizes experience substitutions carefully for Quality Technician roles, and having a degree in engineering or a related technical field is a significantly stronger starting position.
What is the H-1B approval rate for Quality Technician positions?
USCIS does not publish approval rates broken down to this specific job title. However, approval rates for manufacturing and engineering-adjacent roles are generally lower than for software or finance positions because specialty occupation arguments face more scrutiny. Employers with prior approval history for this role and strong documentation, including expert opinion letters and detailed job descriptions, tend to have better outcomes than first-time sponsors.
Can an Australian citizen use the E-3 visa for a Quality Technician job in the U.S.?
Yes, if the position meets the specialty occupation standard. The E-3 visa requires the same specialty occupation analysis as the H-1B, the role must require a bachelor's degree in a specific field. The practical advantage is that the E-3 has no lottery and can be applied for directly at a U.S. consulate once the employer files a certified Labor Condition Application. Australian citizens in quality engineering or technical roles are well-positioned for this pathway.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Quality Technician 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.