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Location Manager jobs with green card sponsorship are available through employers who file PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor, then petition USCIS for an I-140 approval. EB-2 or EB-3 classification depends on your degree and experience. Priority date backlogs vary by country of birth, so starting early gives you a real advantage in production, film, and events.
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This position will manage, direct and lead teams through the everyday needs of Beck’s seed production at their location throughout the year. This position is authorized to perform the steps necessary to ensure the responsibilities are met.
As a member of the Beck’s Family of employees, all full-time employees are eligible for a generous benefits package:
- Health benefits including two medical plan options and company HSA contributions, dental, vision, employer paid life/AD&D for you and your dependents, disability insurance, and access to an onsite Nurse Practitioner
- 401k plan match & company sponsored pension plan and access to a Financial Advisor to help you manage your retirement savings
- Paid time off, Paid Holidays, Wellness Programs, & Corporate Discounts
- Company Christmas Party & Much More
Responsibilities
- Manage and ensure the successful production of seed corn, wheat, soybeans that may take place at their location.
- Engage reports and peers in continuous improvement planning and feedback loops to drive focus and team morale.
- Monitor quality throughout production processes to ensure quality seed and safe work conditions.
- Work with Production Managers and team leaders to plan production and determine specific needs to effectively provide seed for sale and shipping.
- Lead the development, coordination and communication of production planning and activities.
- Prepare staff and align teams to ensure timeliness and successful operations.
- Uphold, enforce and support safety policy and procedures of activities.
- Report status of crop, staffing and operations on a weekly basis to Production Manager.
- Perform other related duties as maybe required by the Production manager.
Job Requirements
Education and training:
- Bachelor of Science degree, preferably Agronomy and/or Agriculture.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and insurable driving record as determined by Beck’s automobile insurance policy.
Technical knowledge:
- Basic Agronomic knowledge of row crop corn and soybean production.
- Farm Systems knowledge: planters, irrigation, grain handling, applicators, harvesters, and mechanics.
- Computer skills: proficient at Microsoft Office and GPS/GIS software.
- Seed corn production techniques.
- CDL-A or equivalent preferred.
- Ability to successfully complete Beck’s Fork Lift training may be required.
Travel and hours of work:
- Overnight travel may be required based on project needs at Beck’s regional locations and may vary in duration of time.
Physical demands:
- Must be able to lift up to 70 pounds unassisted.
- Ability to pass respiratory medical clearance evaluation required.
- Ability to pass DOT physical examination and obtain Medical Examiner’s Certificate may be required.
Experience:
- Minimum of three (3) years field seed corn production industry.
- Minimum of one (1) year experience managing personnel.
CHARACTERISTICS FOR SUCCESS:
- Commitment to the mission of Beck’s Hybrids, specifically, to provide our customers with the best seed quality.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards.
- Ability to look at situations from several points of view.
- Has a positive attitude.
- Ability to exercise independent judgment.
In an effort to provide a safer, drug-free workplace for employees, all full-time applicants to whom offers of employment are made must submit to a drug test and background check, subject to applicable local, state, or federal laws or regulations. Employment at Beck's is contingent upon passing these pre-employment screenings.
INTRODUCTION
This position will manage, direct and lead teams through the everyday needs of Beck’s seed production at their location throughout the year. This position is authorized to perform the steps necessary to ensure the responsibilities are met.
As a member of the Beck’s Family of employees, all full-time employees are eligible for a generous benefits package:
- Health benefits including two medical plan options and company HSA contributions, dental, vision, employer paid life/AD&D for you and your dependents, disability insurance, and access to an onsite Nurse Practitioner
- 401k plan match & company sponsored pension plan and access to a Financial Advisor to help you manage your retirement savings
- Paid time off, Paid Holidays, Wellness Programs, & Corporate Discounts
- Company Christmas Party & Much More
Responsibilities
- Manage and ensure the successful production of seed corn, wheat, soybeans that may take place at their location.
- Engage reports and peers in continuous improvement planning and feedback loops to drive focus and team morale.
- Monitor quality throughout production processes to ensure quality seed and safe work conditions.
- Work with Production Managers and team leaders to plan production and determine specific needs to effectively provide seed for sale and shipping.
- Lead the development, coordination and communication of production planning and activities.
- Prepare staff and align teams to ensure timeliness and successful operations.
- Uphold, enforce and support safety policy and procedures of activities.
- Report status of crop, staffing and operations on a weekly basis to Production Manager.
- Perform other related duties as maybe required by the Production manager.
Job Requirements
Education and training:
- Bachelor of Science degree, preferably Agronomy and/or Agriculture.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and insurable driving record as determined by Beck’s automobile insurance policy.
Technical knowledge:
- Basic Agronomic knowledge of row crop corn and soybean production.
- Farm Systems knowledge: planters, irrigation, grain handling, applicators, harvesters, and mechanics.
- Computer skills: proficient at Microsoft Office and GPS/GIS software.
- Seed corn production techniques.
- CDL-A or equivalent preferred.
- Ability to successfully complete Beck’s Fork Lift training may be required.
Travel and hours of work:
- Overnight travel may be required based on project needs at Beck’s regional locations and may vary in duration of time.
Physical demands:
- Must be able to lift up to 70 pounds unassisted.
- Ability to pass respiratory medical clearance evaluation required.
- Ability to pass DOT physical examination and obtain Medical Examiner’s Certificate may be required.
Experience:
- Minimum of three (3) years field seed corn production industry.
- Minimum of one (1) year experience managing personnel.
CHARACTERISTICS FOR SUCCESS:
- Commitment to the mission of Beck’s Hybrids, specifically, to provide our customers with the best seed quality.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards.
- Ability to look at situations from several points of view.
- Has a positive attitude.
- Ability to exercise independent judgment.
In an effort to provide a safer, drug-free workplace for employees, all full-time applicants to whom offers of employment are made must submit to a drug test and background check, subject to applicable local, state, or federal laws or regulations. Employment at Beck's is contingent upon passing these pre-employment screenings.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Location Manager
Document your on-location supervisory experience
PERM labor certification requires your employer to prove no qualified U.S. workers are available. Compile project portfolios, contracts, and org charts showing you managed crews, vendors, and location permits across multiple productions or events.
Identify employers with PERM filing history
Search Migrate Mate to find employers who have filed PERM applications for Location Manager or related production roles. Focus on studios, production companies, and event firms with a documented history of sponsoring foreign workers in this occupation.
Look up the prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer must pay the DOL-certified prevailing wage for your location and job zone. Run your SOC code and worksite zip code through the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer so you know the wage floor PERM will require.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 eligibility early
EB-2 requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience. EB-3 covers professionals with a bachelor's degree. For Location Manager roles, your production credits and supervisory tenure often determine which category your employer files under.
File I-140 and I-485 concurrently if the priority date allows
Once PERM is certified, ask your employer to file the I-140 petition with USCIS concurrently with your I-485 adjustment of status if your priority date is current. Concurrent filing shortens your overall timeline toward permanent residence significantly.
Protect your priority date if you change employers
Under AC21 job portability, your priority date from an approved I-140 can carry over to a new employer's petition if you're changing to the same or similar occupation. Confirm the new role qualifies before you resign so you don't lose your place in the backlog.
Green Card Location Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category typically applies to Location Manager roles?
Most Location Managers qualify under EB-3 as professionals with a bachelor's degree or as skilled workers with at least two years of specialized experience in production, scouting, and crew logistics. If you hold a master's degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive supervisory experience, your employer may petition under EB-2 instead. USCIS reviews the specific job duties and minimum requirements stated in the PERM application to determine category.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for a Location Manager?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence, not a temporary status. The process starts with PERM labor certification filed with the Department of Labor, which includes a prevailing wage determination and a formal recruitment test to prove no qualified U.S. workers applied. After PERM certification, your employer files an I-140 with USCIS, and you then apply for adjustment of status or consular processing. There is no lottery, but per-country numerical limits mean nationals of high-demand countries may face priority date backlogs before they can file the final step.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for Location Managers?
Use Migrate Mate to search for companies with verified PERM filing history for production, location, and event management roles. Filtering by occupation and location lets you target employers who have already navigated the sponsorship process for similar positions, which makes it easier to have an informed conversation about sponsorship during interviews.
What does the PERM recruitment test mean for my job search as a foreign national?
PERM requires your employer to run a formal recruitment campaign and demonstrate that no minimally qualified U.S. workers applied for your specific role. If a U.S. worker does apply and meets the stated minimum requirements, the employer cannot proceed with sponsoring you for that position. This means the job description submitted to DOL must accurately reflect your actual duties and the legitimate minimum qualifications, not inflated credentials written around your resume.
Can I change production employers after my green card process starts?
Yes, with conditions. Once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for at least 180 days and your I-140 has been approved, AC21 job portability lets you change to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without restarting the entire process. Your approved I-140 priority date can also carry over to a new employer's petition. Confirm the new role falls within the same occupational category before resigning to protect your position in the priority date queue.