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Site Leader roles manage full facility operations and qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B visa sponsorship when backed by a relevant bachelor's degree. Employers in manufacturing, logistics, and distribution regularly file Labor Condition Applications for these positions, making verified sponsorship history a practical filter when targeting your job search.
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SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
The Quality Assurance group is dedicated to ensuring product compliance in support of site Manufacturing and Operations. This includes managing critical Quality System elements such as CAPA, Control of Nonconforming Product, Change Control, and Quality Control, Validation, and Compliance. The team collaborates closely with Operations and Manufacturing Engineering groups to maintain high product quality, maintain compliance, and implement effective and efficient corrective and preventive actions as needed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Subject Matter Expert and leader for key Quality areas including Process Validation, Change Control, Control of Nonconforming Product, & CAPA (Corrective & Preventative Actions), and Document Control.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
- Assist or lead in the identification, investigation, root cause analysis, implementation, and effectiveness verification of CAPA.
- Assist or lead Control of Nonconforming Product process activities (e.g., disposition review/approval and containment action activities).
- Evaluate impact assessments and risk assessments related to CAPA and NCMR.
- Provide QA on-the-floor support to Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, and QC as needed.
- Support new product development and production (e.g., Change Control review and approval for New Product Introduction).
- Support validations for new and existing products, processes, and equipment (document/change order reviews and approvals).
- Assist in measurement methods, MSA, TMVs, and GRR.
- Lead Quality Representative on projects & meetings.
- Establish and maintain Quality Management System procedures related to areas of responsibility.
- Ensure compliance with cGMP, QSR, ISO13485, MDD/EU MDR, and other applicable regulations/standards.
- Lead audits for the Internal Audit program.
- Participate in FDA inspections, ISO Certification and surveillance audits, and customer audits.
- Identify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Collect and report metrics and data as required.
- Perform other Quality Management System related duties as required.
Note: Other duties may be assigned as necessary.
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The following qualifications represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position:
Education & Experience:
- BS degree in Engineering, Math, or Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Statistics, etc.) with 5+ years of working experience in Quality Assurance/Control.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a regulated industry, preferably the Medical Device Industry.
- Working knowledge of critical Quality System elements related to QA Engineering, including CAPA, Control of Nonconforming Product, Change Control, Validation, and Quality Control. In addition, provide a high level of QA on the floor support to Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, and Quality Control.
- Strong Technical aptitude (i.e. able to read and comprehend technical documentation, ability to comprehend and execute procedures, demonstrated understanding of system documentation).
- Experience with measurement systems and statistical techniques to support Quality Control.
- Experience leading CAPA investigations.
- Working knowledge of medical device regulations (including FDA QSRs, ISO13485).
- Experience in high precision machining processes is highly desired.
- Ability to communicate effectively skills (both written and oral) in English (or local language).
- Strong technical writing skills.
- Proficiency with the MS Office Suite, including Microsoft Visio and Project.
- Ability to consistently observe company policies and safety procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally in a team environment.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Must treat others with respect, work with integrity and ethically, and uphold organizational values.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
Ability to utilize a computer, telephone, fax and copy machine as well as other general office equipment.
Physical Requirements
While undertaking the essential duties and responsibilities of the position, the employee must repeatedly sit, listen, speak, type, and move throughout the facility. The employee is required to go to all areas of the company. Must be able to independently travel via car or airplane to domestic and international locations as needed.
The physical requirements listed in this section include, but are not limited to the motor/physical abilities and skills require of position in order to successfully undertake the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to empower individuals with disabilities to undertake the essential duties and responsibilities of the position.
ADVERSE WORKING CONDITIONS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, high precarious places, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
The adverse working conditions listed in this section include, but are not limited to, those environmental conditions to which the employee may be exposed while undertaking the essential duties and responsibilities of this position.
COMPENSATION
- Salary Pay Range: $95,000.00 - $130,000.00 USD Salary
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by several factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for bonus, commission, equity or other variable compensation. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Additional Description for Pay Transparency:
Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees and/or eligible dependents are eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance, and savings plan (401(k)).
Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, Employees are eligible for the following Total Rewards | Integra LifeSciences.
Integra LifeSciences is an equal opportunity employer, and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees regardless of race, marital status, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.
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Integra LifeSciences does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs/resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. A formal written agreement is required before engaging any agency, and it must be executed and authorized by the Vice President, Talent Acquisition. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions (the initial sharing of a candidate’s name, resume, or background) are position-specific and may only occur within the scope of that approved agreement. Please, no phone calls or emails.
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Frame your degree for specialty occupation
Site Leader roles require demonstrating that your degree directly relates to operations management or industrial engineering. Consular officers and USCIS scrutinize this link closely, so align your resume and cover letter to show field-specific coursework, not just general business credentials.
Search employers with active LCA filings
Use Migrate Mate to find employers with verified LCA filing history for Site Leader and operations roles. Targeting companies that have already filed Labor Condition Applications cuts your search time and signals genuine sponsorship capacity before you apply.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating offers
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above DOL's prevailing wage for your location and role level. Run your title and metro area through the OFLC Wage Search before entering salary discussions so you know the floor the employer is legally required to meet.
Distinguish operational scope across facility types
USCIS evaluates whether the role genuinely requires a specialized degree, not just supervisory experience. Emphasize metrics like headcount, throughput volume, and cross-functional accountability to reinforce that the position requires degree-level analytical and planning skills, not only frontline management.
Confirm PERM labor certification timelines early
If your employer plans to sponsor a green card after your H-1B is approved, PERM processing at DOL typically adds 12 to 18 months before an I-140 petition can be filed. Build this into your long-term planning conversation with the hiring manager during the offer stage.
Use O*NET to anchor your specialty occupation case
O*NET lists the standard education and task requirements for operations and Site Leader roles. Matching your credentials to that profile strengthens the specialty occupation argument in an H-1B petition, especially if your employer hasn't sponsored this exact title before.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Site Leader role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B sponsorship?
It can, but the employer must demonstrate the position typically requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as industrial engineering, operations management, or supply chain. Generalist management roles can face scrutiny, so the job description should document degree-specific responsibilities like process optimization, capacity planning, or technical systems oversight rather than broad supervisory duties.
Which visa types are realistic for a Site Leader seeking U.S. sponsorship?
H-1B is the most common path for degree-holding Site Leaders at for-profit employers. TN visa status is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals if the role maps to an eligible USMCA profession such as industrial engineer. L-1A is an option if you're transferring within a multinational company in a managerial capacity. Each path requires a different employer filing process, so confirm which route your prospective employer is equipped to support.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor Site Leader roles?
Migrate Mate shows verified sponsorship history for Site Leader and operations management positions, so you can focus on companies that have already navigated the LCA filing process for this role type. That's a more reliable signal than a job posting that simply lists visa sponsorship as a benefit without evidence of past filings.
Will my overseas operations experience count toward H-1B eligibility?
USCIS allows three years of relevant work experience to substitute for one year of bachelor's-level education under the equivalency rule. If your degree is in an unrelated field, documented overseas experience managing facilities, teams, or production systems can help close the gap. Your employer's immigration attorney typically commissions a credentials evaluation to formalize this for the petition.
What happens to my H-1B status if I change Site Leader roles mid-approval?
H-1B portability allows you to start with a new employer once the new petition is filed with USCIS, without waiting for approval. The new employer must file a fresh I-129 petition, and the role must still qualify as a specialty occupation. If your priority date is already established for a green card, that date generally carries over under AC21 portability rules after 180 days of approved I-140 status.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Site Leader 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.