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Machine Operator: Jumbo Slitter - VSL4 - 1st shift
Robert Bosch LLC · 🇺🇸 Lincolnton, NC, US
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 92 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 50 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Robert Bosch LLC paid sponsored hires in similar roles3 certified filings for “MACHINE LEARNING RESEARCH SCIENTIST” (Computer and Information Research Scientists) in PA: $150k–$184k, median $167k. Most were filed at wage level II (67%) — 2 lottery entries, ≈31% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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Sponsor Radar — Robert Bosch LLC
The US Department of Labor certified 92 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 50 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
We're looking for a detail-oriented and efficient Machine Operator to join our manufacturing team in Lincolnton, United States. In this role, you will operate the VSL4 Jumbo Slitter on the 1st shift, ensuring precision cutting and converting of materials while maintaining the highest quality standards. You will be responsible for monitoring equipment performance, conducting quality inspections, and maintaining a safe and organized work environment. This position requires strong attention to detail, the ability to follow technical specifications, and a commitment to operational excellence. • Operate and monitor the VSL4 Jumbo Slitter equipment throughout the shift, ensuring optimal performance and accuracy • Set up and adjust machine parameters according to job specifications and technical requirements • Conduct regular quality inspections of finished products to ensure they meet established standards and specifications • Monitor material flow and equipment operation to identify and address any issues promptly • Maintain organized and clean work areas, adhering to all safety protocols and company procedures • Perform routine equipment checks and basic troubleshooting to minimize downtime • Record production data, machine performance metrics, and any operational issues in designated logs • Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production targets and deadlines • Follow all safety guidelines and wear appropriate personal protective equipment at all times • Report equipment malfunctions or maintenance needs to supervisory staff immediately • Proven experience operating industrial slitting or converting equipment • Demonstrated knowledge of VSL4 Jumbo Slitter operation or similar converting machinery • Strong ability to read and interpret technical specifications, blueprints, and work instructions • Excellent attention to detail with a commitment to quality and precision • Proficiency in basic troubleshooting and equipment maintenance awareness • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment • Strong organizational and time management skills • Physical capability to perform manufacturing duties, including standing for extended periods and lifting materials • Familiarity with safety protocols and commitment to maintaining a safe work environment • Ability to work reliably on 1st shift schedule • Preferred: Experience with paper, film, or material converting processes • Preferred: Knowledge of preventive maintenance procedures • Preferred: Forklift certification or material handling experience Operate lift equipment Unloading and reloading pallets Printing labels Reading and following standard operating procedures Maintaining knowledge of high risk items and how to handle them Maintaining knowledge of all safety requirements and procedures and adhere to all Safety Absolutes Understanding milk run pick-up points Understanding of KanBan methodology Adhere to "5S" standards. Adhere to the 14 Quality Basics Perform other essential and related duties as may be required. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.