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COO jobs with H-2A visa sponsorship place you at the operational helm of large-scale agricultural enterprises during peak seasonal cycles. Employers filing H-2A petitions must provide free housing, inbound transportation, and pay the Adverse Effect Wage Rate, making these roles among the most structured sponsorship packages available to temporary agricultural workers.
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The Director of Compost Operations will ensure all aspects of the composting operations are performed in accordance with all local, state, federal and company rules, regulations, and guidelines. The Director of Compost Operations will lead, coach and train employees as well as be physically present through the day in facility.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities, include the following, other duties may be assigned.
Administration:
- Ensure the appropriate Department of Environmental Resources, PA DEP Permit #602247, and PAG-07-3502, requirements are complied with.
- Ensure full implementation of, and adherence with, the A&M Quality Assurance and Quality Control Plan.
- Drive and achieve the principal objective of producing “Exceptional Quality Class A” compost is met through implementation of the plan, professional management, and leadership of the facility.
- Assure the Odor Control Monitoring plan is strictly followed.
- Inspire and maintain good relations with all facility neighbors.
- Confirm proper presentation of the properties and facilities in accordance with the standard of excellence established by the company.
- Enforce a safe and productive workplace in accordance with company standards and OSHA regulations.
- Cultivate a productive administrative office whereby all inbound and outbound customer transactions are handled in accordance with our policy.
- Review and approve of all purchase order requests for the facilities, ensuring all major purchases are reviewed and approved by the appropriate parties prior to submittal.
- Meet/exceed all current corporate budget constraints regarding income and expense for the operation; overall profit/loss, efficiency and effectiveness of composting operations, to include sustaining end-product quality consistently.
Operations:
Responsible for adhering to the operational plan established by the company and set forth in our PA DEP permit whereby:
- All elements of the composting process are strictly followed, monitoring each batch and recording times, temperatures, sampling and distribution in the appropriate logs, to ensure PFRP and/or VAR in accordance with EPA 40 CFR 503.33.
- Ensuring proper sampling procedures for finished product are followed and samples are sent to the independent state certification lab for analysis in accordance with the plan.
- Records are kept daily, complied monthly and submitted to the various states in relation to their permit conditions.
- Air monitoring will be accomplished in accordance with the Odor Control Monitoring Plan, and records will be compiled monthly and submitted quarterly to the DEP in accordance with Environmental Compliance directives.
- Providing direction and instructions to composting facility general manager(s) to ensure efficient and profitable operations.
- Educating all composting facility employees in methods, procedures, regulations, and processes to ensure safe, efficient and effective operations.
- Confirm all equipment employed and maintained in the composting process is operated safely and in accordance with our Operational Plan.
- Applying technical knowledge to ensure optimum product quality, resolve problems with product quality, manufacturing, and materials supply.
- Implementing technical knowledge to assist in manufacturing of sellable product, sales and marketing of product, technical assistance to end users, and to ensure proper land application of materials. Supports sales staff with ensuring on-time delivery of quality product to customers.
- Filing US EPA annual 503 reports.
- Ensuring screening for farm grade end products in on and off-season. I.e. ½ in retail grade product for upper end users and wholesalers.
- Economic viability of facility is maintained through prudent purchasing of materials and supplies, and electric utilization.
- Certifying waste materials such as leachate meet the criteria for wastewater treatment plant acceptance.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
- Seven (7) to ten (10) years of experience in composting operations with management experience required.
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Soil Sciences/Agronomy plus five (5) years of experience in composting operations preferred.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Legally eligible to work in the United States.
- Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Accountabilities:
- Present a friendly, courteous and professional attitude and appearance.
- Provide intensity and commitment in daily activities.
- Have ability to work towards a personal "Best in Class" standard.
- Work under pressure, meet deadlines and be flexible in working on multiple tasks simultaneously.
ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The work environment and physical working characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:
- All weather working conditions.
- Excessive inhalation of unsettling odors.
- See Physical Demands Checklist.
Position Summary
The Director of Compost Operations will ensure all aspects of the composting operations are performed in accordance with all local, state, federal and company rules, regulations, and guidelines. The Director of Compost Operations will lead, coach and train employees as well as be physically present through the day in facility.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities, include the following, other duties may be assigned.
Administration:
- Ensure the appropriate Department of Environmental Resources, PA DEP Permit #602247, and PAG-07-3502, requirements are complied with.
- Ensure full implementation of, and adherence with, the A&M Quality Assurance and Quality Control Plan.
- Drive and achieve the principal objective of producing “Exceptional Quality Class A” compost is met through implementation of the plan, professional management, and leadership of the facility.
- Assure the Odor Control Monitoring plan is strictly followed.
- Inspire and maintain good relations with all facility neighbors.
- Confirm proper presentation of the properties and facilities in accordance with the standard of excellence established by the company.
- Enforce a safe and productive workplace in accordance with company standards and OSHA regulations.
- Cultivate a productive administrative office whereby all inbound and outbound customer transactions are handled in accordance with our policy.
- Review and approve of all purchase order requests for the facilities, ensuring all major purchases are reviewed and approved by the appropriate parties prior to submittal.
- Meet/exceed all current corporate budget constraints regarding income and expense for the operation; overall profit/loss, efficiency and effectiveness of composting operations, to include sustaining end-product quality consistently.
Operations:
Responsible for adhering to the operational plan established by the company and set forth in our PA DEP permit whereby:
- All elements of the composting process are strictly followed, monitoring each batch and recording times, temperatures, sampling and distribution in the appropriate logs, to ensure PFRP and/or VAR in accordance with EPA 40 CFR 503.33.
- Ensuring proper sampling procedures for finished product are followed and samples are sent to the independent state certification lab for analysis in accordance with the plan.
- Records are kept daily, complied monthly and submitted to the various states in relation to their permit conditions.
- Air monitoring will be accomplished in accordance with the Odor Control Monitoring Plan, and records will be compiled monthly and submitted quarterly to the DEP in accordance with Environmental Compliance directives.
- Providing direction and instructions to composting facility general manager(s) to ensure efficient and profitable operations.
- Educating all composting facility employees in methods, procedures, regulations, and processes to ensure safe, efficient and effective operations.
- Confirm all equipment employed and maintained in the composting process is operated safely and in accordance with our Operational Plan.
- Applying technical knowledge to ensure optimum product quality, resolve problems with product quality, manufacturing, and materials supply.
- Implementing technical knowledge to assist in manufacturing of sellable product, sales and marketing of product, technical assistance to end users, and to ensure proper land application of materials. Supports sales staff with ensuring on-time delivery of quality product to customers.
- Filing US EPA annual 503 reports.
- Ensuring screening for farm grade end products in on and off-season. I.e. ½ in retail grade product for upper end users and wholesalers.
- Economic viability of facility is maintained through prudent purchasing of materials and supplies, and electric utilization.
- Certifying waste materials such as leachate meet the criteria for wastewater treatment plant acceptance.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
- Seven (7) to ten (10) years of experience in composting operations with management experience required.
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Soil Sciences/Agronomy plus five (5) years of experience in composting operations preferred.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Legally eligible to work in the United States.
- Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Accountabilities:
- Present a friendly, courteous and professional attitude and appearance.
- Provide intensity and commitment in daily activities.
- Have ability to work towards a personal "Best in Class" standard.
- Work under pressure, meet deadlines and be flexible in working on multiple tasks simultaneously.
ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The work environment and physical working characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:
- All weather working conditions.
- Excessive inhalation of unsettling odors.
- See Physical Demands Checklist.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding COO Jobs
Document your multi-operation management credentials
COO roles under H-2A visa attract closer DOL scrutiny because the position must be tied to a seasonal agricultural need. Prepare records showing you've overseen planting, harvest, or processing operations across multiple crews or sites during defined seasonal windows.
Target growers with multi-state H-2A filing history
Large produce and commodity operations that file H-2A petitions across several states are far more likely to have an established process for sponsoring senior operational roles. Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by H-2A filing history and occupation category before applying.
Verify your role qualifies as seasonal before applying
H-2A requires the position to be temporary or seasonal, not permanent. For a COO, your employer must demonstrate the oversight need is tied to a harvest cycle or growing season, not year-round corporate management.
Confirm the AEWR covers your negotiated compensation
Your employer is legally required to pay the Adverse Effect Wage Rate or the prevailing wage, whichever is higher. Cross-check the applicable state AEWR published by OFLC against any offer before signing, since COO compensation structures sometimes include non-wage components that don't count toward compliance.
Ask about the housing and transportation package upfront
H-2A employers must provide free housing that meets federal and state standards, plus reimbursement for your inbound travel costs once you complete half the contract period. Get the housing location and transportation terms in writing before the job offer is finalized.
Align your start date with the ETA 9142A filing window
Your employer must file the H-2A petition with USCIS no later than 45 days before your intended start date. For COO roles tied to a specific harvest season, push for a confirmed start date early so the DOL job order and USCIS filing don't compress against the seasonal deadline.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find COO jobs with H-2A visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search for COO positions at agricultural employers with active H-2A sponsorship history. Because H-2A petitions are filed through DOL and USCIS, you can identify employers who have previously sponsored temporary agricultural workers in operational roles and target your applications to those with an established filing process.
What housing and transportation obligations does an H-2A employer have for a COO hire?
Your employer must provide free housing that meets federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards or applicable state standards, whichever are stricter. They must also pay or reimburse your inbound transportation costs from your home country once you complete 50 percent of the contract period, and cover outbound transportation when the contract ends.
Does a COO role qualify as a seasonal position under H-2A rules?
It can qualify, but the burden falls on the employer to document that the COO need is tied to a defined agricultural season, such as a harvest cycle or intensive planting period, rather than ongoing corporate management. Operations that ramp up significantly during peak seasons and can show historical staffing patterns are better positioned to support this classification.
What wage protections apply to H-2A workers in senior operational roles?
H-2A requires your employer to pay the Adverse Effect Wage Rate set by OFLC for the relevant state and occupation, or the prevailing wage determined through an OFLC Wage Search, whichever is higher. These protections apply regardless of your title, so a COO hired under H-2A is covered by the same wage floor as any other worker on the petition.