The USA continues to be a land of opportunity for most of us who are factory workers, and factory jobs are a significant part of the US economic engine. If you’re like me and don’t mind looking to build a career in manufacturing and secure a visa to live and work in the US, this post is for you!
Types of Factory Jobs Available Today in USA with Visa Sponsorship
The US manufacturing sector offers a diverse range of opportunities. Here are some of the most common types of factory jobs:
Production Associates: Responsible for operating machinery, assembling products, and performing quality control checks.
Assembly Line Workers: Specialize in specific tasks within a larger assembly process.
Machine Operators: Operate and maintain complex machinery used in manufacturing.
CNC Machinists: Utilize computer numerically controlled (CNC) machines to create precise parts.
Welders: Join metal components using welding techniques.
Quality Control Inspectors: Ensure products meet specific quality standards.
Packaging and Labeling Specialists: Prepare products for shipment and ensure proper labeling.
Salary of Factory Workersin the US
The average factory worker in the USA makes $35,110 annually ($17/hour). The range falls between $26,648 and $40,868 depending on experience, location, and specific role.
Top US Companies Hiring Factory Workers with Visa Sponsorship
While not every company offers visa sponsorship, several large US manufacturers are known to do so. Here are a few examples:
General Motors: A major automotive manufacturer with a long history of sponsoring visas for skilled workers (https://www.gm.com/)
Tesla: A leader in electric vehicles, known to sponsor visas for engineers and technicians (https://www.tesla.com/)
Boeing: A leading aerospace manufacturer, with opportunities for machinists and other skilled workers (https://www.boeing.com/)
Honeywell: A diversified technology company with a presence in various manufacturing sectors (https://www.honeywell.com/us/en)
- Automotive: General Motors, Ford, Chrysler
- Aerospace: Boeing, Lockheed Martin
- Consumer Goods: Procter & Gamble, 3M, Johnson & Johnson
- Food & Beverage: Kraft Heinz, PepsiCo, Nestle
- Electronics: Apple, Dell, Samsung (US factories)
Mill Hand (Factory Worker)
Employer: Cargill
Location: Cedar Rapids, IA
Salary: $32.68 an hour
Job Type: Full-time
Shift and Schedule: 12-hour shift, Overtime, Weekends as needed, Holidays
About Us:
Cargill Animal Nutrition is a global business that serves large-scale feed mill operators and retailers, as well as individual farmers. For more than 120 years, we have provided better nutrition for better lives by leading, innovating, and transforming the animal nutrition and health industry. At Cargill, we depend on creative, responsible, hardworking individuals like you to operate our business successfully and ensure that our customers, the animals we feed, and the consumers who rely on that protein thrive.
Position Overview:
Working at Cargill is an opportunity to thrive and develop your career while engaging in meaningful work that makes a positive impact globally. We are looking for a dedicated Mill Hand to join our team in Cedar Rapids, IA.
Compensation: $32.68/hr
Shift: Rotating 12-hour shifts
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
- Health and Wellness Incentives
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- 401(k) with Cargill matching contributions
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Discounts
Principal Accountabilities:
- Operating equipment and technology tools throughout the facility, including mixers, batching, mills, grinders, packing, weighing, palletizers, etc.
- Collecting product samples and supervising tank levels, utilizing computer systems to input and record data as necessary
- Manufacturing products to ensure they meet specifications
- Interacting regularly with peers and management to pursue continuous improvement of facility operations and promote a teamwork-focused environment
- Operating mobile equipment such as forklifts and loaders
- Understanding and adhering to all safety policies and procedures
- Maintaining a safe and clean work environment
- Performing other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
- Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
- Be 18 years or older
- Ability to perform physical job duties, which may include bending, lifting up to 55 lbs., kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting, with or without reasonable accommodation
- Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions, including heat, cold, dust, and loud noise, with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above)
- Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)
- Ability to work overtime, including weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance notice
Preferred Qualifications:
- High school diploma/GED or a minimum of two years equivalent work experience
- Experience in production-related work
- Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) or SAP
- Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
Application Process:
Considered candidates will receive a phone call from a (952) area code.
Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Disability/Vet.
Join Cargill in Cedar Rapids, IA, and become part of a team that values your contributions and supports your growth. Apply today!
