H-2A Visa Development Manager Jobs
Development Manager jobs with H-2A visa sponsorship place you in charge of planning and overseeing agricultural development operations on U.S. farms during seasonal cycles. Employers must provide free housing and transportation, pay the Adverse Effect Wage Rate, and file with DOL before hiring. No annual cap applies.
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Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: safety, inclusion, integrity, and results. When we say we care, we mean it. We’re creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, has a sense of belonging, trusts one another, and acts with integrity.
Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reports to the Day Lab Supervisor
The Development Technician is responsible for providing customer support, monitoring process testing, conducting development work for new processes, analysis of non-routine samples, including both Process Development and Engineering studies, and documenting new analytical methods for sample analyses. These activities require a strict attention to detail to perform analyses that meet the needs of internal and external customers. The Development Technician provides assistance with method development and implementation of new instrumentation, training of laboratory technicians, and conducting training sessions required by the laboratory STPP for promotion. The Development Technician performs trouble-shooting and preventative maintenance of laboratory equipment and fixtures (eye washes, safety showers, faucets, etc.). These duties will be performed in the Main Laboratory, and all Satellite Laboratories.
What you will do:
- Maintenance duties include but are not limited to, conducting periodic and routine inspections of laboratory equipment, safety systems (showers, eye wash stations, fire extinguishers, alarms), HVAC, air compressors, vacuum pumps, etc.
- Updating and maintaining Instrument Maintenance Logs for all Laboratory instrumentation.
- Serving as a technical resource to the shift, following up on Instrument Tracking Reports (ITRs).
- Performs both routine and non-routine sample analysis using a variety of laboratory instrumentation and methods, entering results into the Laboratory LIMS system.
- Responds to requests for priority assays submitted by the Process Development and Engineering teams.
- Produce analytical results for process and shipment samples to assist in quality control / quality assurance of company products. Analyzes non-routine samples from metal finishing customers and coordinate sample analysis with outside laboratories.
- Performs maintenance on various instrumentation, including routine calibration, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and stocking of reagents.
- Keep track of laboratory supplies by performing audits and updating inventory sheets.
- Performs statistical quality control charting.
- Follows all site safety and environmental procedures.
- Stores hazardous waste in compatible containers that are in good condition and located in designated accumulation areas.
- Ensure storage containers are closed except when adding or removing waste.
- Ensure secondary containment is empty.
- Transfer hazardous wastes to their designated satellite accumulation areas.
What you will bring:
- Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry, with 1 – 3 years laboratory experience (Preferred).
- High School Diploma, with 3 – 5 years Laboratory or relevant work experience.
- A high-degree of integrity and personal responsibility.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Work experience in a chemical plant, refinery, or other processing or manufacturing industry preferred.
- The National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) testing is required for all hourly applicants of Nutrien. Applicants must complete this test and meet a minimum of 4 in Graphic Literacy, 5 on Applied Mathematics and 5 on Workplace Documents in order to be considered eligible for employment with Nutrien.
The National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) must be uploaded with your resume during your application to be considered eligible for employment with Nutrien.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Starting rate $32.42 per hour (plus available overtime).
Nutrien offers a skills based pay compensation program. Hourly rates can progress based on On-Job-Training, formal learning, and observation of new skills. Hourly rates can progress from starting rate of $32.42 to $43.14 per hour over a specified time period.
We provide an attractive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, and life insurance as well as disability coverage for positions working more than 30 hours per week. In addition, we have a retirement program that encourages our employees to save for the longer term, with generous matching employer contributions. Our benefit package also demonstrates our culture of care with paid vacation, sick days and holidays as well as paid personal and maternity/parental leaves and an Employee and Family Assistance Program. Details of the benefits package will be shared in the application process.
Eastern North Carolina is continually ranked among the best places to live and work in the United States—known for its expansive beaches, nationally ranked universities, mild climate (all four seasons), safe neighborhoods, affordable living, extensive outdoor activities, and a relaxed lifestyle.
Ready to make an impact with us? Apply today!
The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
Our Recruitment Process: Application > Resume Review > Pre-screen/Interview > Offer > Pre-Employment Conditions > Welcome to Nutrien
To stay connected to us and for the latest job postings and news, follow us on: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and X.
INTRODUCTION
Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: safety, inclusion, integrity, and results. When we say we care, we mean it. We’re creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, has a sense of belonging, trusts one another, and acts with integrity.
Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reports to the Day Lab Supervisor
The Development Technician is responsible for providing customer support, monitoring process testing, conducting development work for new processes, analysis of non-routine samples, including both Process Development and Engineering studies, and documenting new analytical methods for sample analyses. These activities require a strict attention to detail to perform analyses that meet the needs of internal and external customers. The Development Technician provides assistance with method development and implementation of new instrumentation, training of laboratory technicians, and conducting training sessions required by the laboratory STPP for promotion. The Development Technician performs trouble-shooting and preventative maintenance of laboratory equipment and fixtures (eye washes, safety showers, faucets, etc.). These duties will be performed in the Main Laboratory, and all Satellite Laboratories.
What you will do:
- Maintenance duties include but are not limited to, conducting periodic and routine inspections of laboratory equipment, safety systems (showers, eye wash stations, fire extinguishers, alarms), HVAC, air compressors, vacuum pumps, etc.
- Updating and maintaining Instrument Maintenance Logs for all Laboratory instrumentation.
- Serving as a technical resource to the shift, following up on Instrument Tracking Reports (ITRs).
- Performs both routine and non-routine sample analysis using a variety of laboratory instrumentation and methods, entering results into the Laboratory LIMS system.
- Responds to requests for priority assays submitted by the Process Development and Engineering teams.
- Produce analytical results for process and shipment samples to assist in quality control / quality assurance of company products. Analyzes non-routine samples from metal finishing customers and coordinate sample analysis with outside laboratories.
- Performs maintenance on various instrumentation, including routine calibration, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and stocking of reagents.
- Keep track of laboratory supplies by performing audits and updating inventory sheets.
- Performs statistical quality control charting.
- Follows all site safety and environmental procedures.
- Stores hazardous waste in compatible containers that are in good condition and located in designated accumulation areas.
- Ensure storage containers are closed except when adding or removing waste.
- Ensure secondary containment is empty.
- Transfer hazardous wastes to their designated satellite accumulation areas.
What you will bring:
- Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry, with 1 – 3 years laboratory experience (Preferred).
- High School Diploma, with 3 – 5 years Laboratory or relevant work experience.
- A high-degree of integrity and personal responsibility.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Work experience in a chemical plant, refinery, or other processing or manufacturing industry preferred.
- The National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) testing is required for all hourly applicants of Nutrien. Applicants must complete this test and meet a minimum of 4 in Graphic Literacy, 5 on Applied Mathematics and 5 on Workplace Documents in order to be considered eligible for employment with Nutrien.
The National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) must be uploaded with your resume during your application to be considered eligible for employment with Nutrien.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Starting rate $32.42 per hour (plus available overtime).
Nutrien offers a skills based pay compensation program. Hourly rates can progress based on On-Job-Training, formal learning, and observation of new skills. Hourly rates can progress from starting rate of $32.42 to $43.14 per hour over a specified time period.
We provide an attractive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, and life insurance as well as disability coverage for positions working more than 30 hours per week. In addition, we have a retirement program that encourages our employees to save for the longer term, with generous matching employer contributions. Our benefit package also demonstrates our culture of care with paid vacation, sick days and holidays as well as paid personal and maternity/parental leaves and an Employee and Family Assistance Program. Details of the benefits package will be shared in the application process.
Eastern North Carolina is continually ranked among the best places to live and work in the United States—known for its expansive beaches, nationally ranked universities, mild climate (all four seasons), safe neighborhoods, affordable living, extensive outdoor activities, and a relaxed lifestyle.
Ready to make an impact with us? Apply today!
The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
Our Recruitment Process: Application > Resume Review > Pre-screen/Interview > Offer > Pre-Employment Conditions > Welcome to Nutrien
To stay connected to us and for the latest job postings and news, follow us on: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and X.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Development Manager
Verify your credentials match specialty occupation standards
Pull your O*NET profile for Development Manager and confirm your degree and field experience align with the agricultural operations management tasks listed. Gaps between your credentials and the job description are the most common reason DOL flags H-2A visa petitions during review.
Target employers who have filed H-2A petitions before
Search the OFLC Wage Search database for farms and agribusinesses that have certified H-2A positions in development or operations management roles. Repeat filers already understand the process and are far less likely to withdraw an offer when timelines extend.
Search Migrate Mate for verified H-2A sponsoring employers
Migrate Mate filters Development Manager listings by employers with confirmed H-2A filing history, saving you from applying to operations that have never sponsored seasonal agricultural workers. Use it to identify active openings before the DOL job-order window closes.
Confirm the seasonal period covers your full contract
H-2A status is tied to a specific start and end date on the employer's DOL certification. Before signing any offer, verify the certified work period covers the full duration of your role so your visa validity doesn't lapse mid-season.
Ask employers to document housing and transport obligations in writing
DOL requires H-2A employers to provide free housing and inbound transportation, but the specific arrangements vary by operation. Get the housing location, type, and transit plan confirmed before your consular interview so you aren't negotiating logistics after your visa is stamped.
Understand the AEWR applies from your first day on site
The Adverse Effect Wage Rate is set annually by DOL and applies to all H-2A workers regardless of the prevailing wage for the role. Cross-reference the AEWR for your work state against the offer letter to confirm the employer's stated wage meets the current federal minimum before you accept.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Development Manager jobs that offer H-2A visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search for Development Manager positions with confirmed H-2A sponsorship history. Standard job boards don't filter by visa filing history, so you can't tell which employers have actually certified H-2A positions before. Migrate Mate surfaces employers who have filed with DOL for agricultural management roles, so you're applying to operations that already understand the sponsorship process.
What are the employer's legal obligations under H-2A for this role?
H-2A employers must provide free housing that meets federal and state health standards, pay inbound and outbound transportation costs, and guarantee wages at either the Adverse Effect Wage Rate or the prevailing wage for the role, whichever is higher. These obligations are enforceable through DOL and apply from your first day. Employers must also file a certified job order before the H-2A petition reaches USCIS.
Does a Development Manager role qualify as a seasonal position under H-2A?
H-2A is limited to temporary or seasonal agricultural work, so the employer must demonstrate the Development Manager position is tied to a defined agricultural cycle rather than a permanent operational need. Roles focused on overseeing planting, harvest planning, or crop development programs during a specific season typically qualify. Year-round management positions without a clear seasonal peak do not.
Can I extend my H-2A status if the agricultural project runs longer than expected?
H-2A status can be extended, but the employer must file an amended petition with USCIS before your current authorized period expires and must demonstrate the extension falls within the same temporary or seasonal need. Extensions are granted in increments and cannot exceed three years total. DOL must also certify any changes to the original job order terms before USCIS will approve the extension.