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VSL2 Lead Machine Operator 2nd
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
Assist Process Technician with Setups, Changeovers, defined Autonomous Maintenance and tuning of the machines. When required operate machines to ensure our KPI’s are met. Diagnose and repair of Hard metal handling issues, basic welding issues Assist Technician with Set Ups and Changeovers Train new operators, assist operators as needed Change Electrodes Change Grinding wheels Mechanical skills, Attention to detail and quality Blueprint reading, Precision measuring Lockout & Tagout Understanding of HMIs CNC Programs and Offsets Applies theories, concepts, principles, and techniques to varied tasks or situations of somewhat difficult nature. Exercises judgment within parameters of defined practices. Demonstrates in-depth comprehensive knowledge and the ability to resolve complex issues. Extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Operates with substantial latitude for reviewed action or decision. Provides guidance to others. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans BOSCH is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) Initiatives • FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) • AWIM (A World In Motion)