I received a job offer as a general production manager, plant manager, or production management manager at a manufacturing company, automobile, electronics, semiconductor, machinery, or chemical plant, but I wondered, “Is it possible to get an E-7 visa for this job?” There are many foreign job seekers who are worried.
Product production managers (1413) are not simply production workers or engineers.A managerial position that integrates management of manufacturing production line, process, quality, and productivity.no see. Immigration is more important than technical proficiency.Process integration management responsibility and organization operation authorityis examined to its core.
Summarize key requirements from a job seeker's perspective.
General management of manufacturing production line operations
Establish process design and improvement strategy
Establishment of quality management (QC/QA) system
Productivity improvement and cost reduction strategy management
Integrated management of on-site personnel, facilities and safety
Simple production workers, equipment operators, and general engineers are not eligible.
Immigration clearly distinguishes between “field practitioners” and “production general managers.”
E-7 (Special Activities, Professional)
D-10 (Job Seeking) → E-7 change application possible
Those with advanced manufacturing and smart factory experience may receive preferential treatment.
In particular, in the manufacturing industry, the company's sales volume, level of production facilities, and number of full-time employees are reviewed.
| division | Detailed requirements | check |
|---|---|---|
| Education | Bachelor's degree or higher in a related major such as mechanical, electronic, industrial engineering, or chemical engineering, or equivalent experience | ☐ |
| personal history | Has experience in manufacturing production line, process, and quality management | ☐ |
| job level | General management at the factory or division level rather than at the line level | ☐ |
| salary | Typically above the domestic average income (GNI), manager level salary | ☐ |
| company requirements | Manufacturing corporations operating normally, workplaces enrolled in employment insurance | ☐ |
| Foreigner Necessity | Proven special process technology, global production system experience, etc. | ☐ |
In particular, the likelihood of approval is high when “process integration management responsibility” and “authority to establish productivity strategy” are clear.
① Recruitment confirmed
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② Conclusion of employment contract
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③ Specification of job description
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④ Confirm salary level (review whether GNI is higher)
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⑤ Clarification of position and authority structure on the organizational chart
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⑥ Check company requirements (sales, employment insurance, financial status)
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⑦ Preparation of necessary proof materials (logic of necessity for hiring foreigners)
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⑧ Application for change of residence status (D-10 → E-7)
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⑨ Immigration screening (review of job practicality, company substance, and salary adequacy)
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⑩ Change of alien registration card after permission
The job description must clearly include the expression “Oversight of integrated management of production process, quality, and productivity.”
When the actual work is at the engineer or field management level
Appointment of formal managers in small manufacturers
Salary is at the level of general technical positions
Lack of logic for the need to hire foreigners
Immigration is more than just career training.Production integration management authority and organizational responsibilityThe review focuses on:
Product production managers (1413) fall under the E-7 manager job category, but the key to approval is not technical proficiency.Manager’s level of responsibility for overseeing process, quality, and productivity strategiesno see.
To increase your chances of approval:
Management authority at factory or division level
Manager salary level
Production scale and sales structure
Global manufacturing experience
You must prepare systematically.
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