Sponsorship verdict
Posting rules out sponsorship
The posting rules out sponsorship or requires citizenship or security clearance.
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Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 1,731 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.
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The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
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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.
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What Intel Corporation paid sponsored hires in similar roles1 certified filing for “Operations Research Engineer” (Operations Research Analysts) in AZ: $94k–$94k, median $94k.
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Citizenship requirement statedFrom the posting’s own wording.
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Security clearance mentionedFrom the posting’s own wording.
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Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
Details and sources
- Employer is on a government sponsor record
- The US Department of Labor certified 1,731 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. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- No salary bar for this route
- H-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 Intel Corporation paid sponsored hires in similar roles
- 1 certified filing for “Operations Research Engineer” (Operations Research Analysts) in AZ: $94k–$94k, median $94k. Most were filed at wage level II (100%) — 2 lottery entries, ≈31% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
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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About the role
Job Details:
Job Description:
The Role and Impact
As a Manufacturing Technician, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient monitoring and movement of customer materials and reticles throughout the production process. You'll play a vital role in maintaining smooth operations, executing standardized procedures, and addressing equipment-related challenges in real-time. Your work in this role directly contributes to achieving precision and reliability in semiconductor manufacturing, making a tangible impact on Intel's production success.
Business Group
The Intel Foundry group focuses on advancing Intel's semiconductor manufacturing capabilities to deliver cutting-edge solutions for our customers. The team operates in a dynamic environment and plays a critical role supporting Intel's broader goals of innovation and leadership in the global semiconductor industry. Joining this group offers the opportunity to contribute to high-impact, collaborative projects while enhancing Intel's manufacturing excellence.
Key Responsibilities
• Implement and execute specified procedures for electronic and physical monitoring of customer materials and reticles during production.
• Ensure efficient movement of materials through process flows within and between facilities.
• Monitor customer materials in real time from within the fab and assist in physical recovery or scrap of materials in case of equipment errors or malfunctions.
• Coordinate the transfer of customer materials in and out of the fab to maintain smooth production operations.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure cross-shift execution and consistency in business practices.
• Apply judgment and problem-solving skills to address situations requiring deviation from standard practices.
• Maintain a clean and safe workspace, adhering to safety protocols and procedures.
• Work in a clean room environment wearing appropriate protective gear, such as coveralls, hood, booties, safety glasses, and gloves.
This role has opportunities across all shifts (4/5/6/7) as needed per functional area.
Various Shifts: Compressed Work Week shifts tend to be 12-hour shifts from 6 to 6.
• Shift 4 - Night front half of week - PM-AM Sun-Tues and alternating Saturday nights
• Shift 5 - Days front half of week - AM-PM Sun-Tues and alternating Wednesday days
• Shift 6 - Night back half of week - PM-AM Wed-Sat and alternating Saturday night
• Shift 7 - Days back half of week - AM-PM Thurs-Sat and alternating Wednesday days
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Qualifications:
This position is not eligible for Intel immigration sponsorship.
Minimum Qualifications
• HS/GED or higher non-semi degree AND 4+ years related hands on experience OR military technical experience OR Associate degree STEM Related to semi. Mfg. (MET)/STEM (operator) AND 2+ years related equip maintenance experience
• US Citizenship Required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain US Government Security Clearance.
• 2+ years hands-on experience in preventative maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting as a primary job responsibility, including military technical experience.
• Ability to regularly lift up to 25 lbs., occasionally push carts for a distance of at least 500 meters, and navigate stairs within a clean room environment.
Preferred Qualifications
• Active US Government clearance.
• 1+ years of experience working in the fab, die-prep, or sort environment.
• Technical and/or engineering expertise within the semiconductor manufacturing industry.
• Experience with process control systems and experience in computer software such as Microsoft Office and database entry.
Job Type:
Experienced Hire
Shift:
Shift 5 (United States of America)
Primary Location:
US, Arizona, Phoenix
Additional Locations:
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