Agriculture H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in Colorado
Agriculture H-1B visa sponsorship jobs in Colorado span research, agronomy, food science, and precision agriculture technology. Employers like JBS USA in Greeley, CoBank in Denver, and agricultural research institutions along the Front Range have sponsored H-1B workers in specialized roles. Colorado's combination of irrigated crop production, livestock operations, and agtech innovation supports demand for qualified international professionals.
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Safely make and deliver a quality product right the first time that meet or exceeds company and customer expectations. Perform as a member of the Operations Team. Perform tasks required to work safely around manufacturing equipment; work safely in handling industrial cleaning chemicals; unload tankers, run, shutdown, and CIP the dryer, evaporator, and all associated equipment; and run and clean packaging equipment. Perform minor equipment maintenance. Adhere to all GMP, HACCP, safety, regulatory, and plant policies and procedures. Promote safety, maintain a sanitary food environment, and ensure that only the highest quality product is made. Work with facility leadership to engage in professional development in a learning organization. Work day or night shifts, 12-hour shift schedules including weekends and holidays, and overtime as needed.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintain all systems that correspond with the operation
- Maintain daily sheets with audit information and all lab testing information when necessary. Enter all appropriate information into correct systems
- Ensure all documentation is within required compliance
- Oversee CIP washing to ensure proper chemicals, pressure, and all processes are being followed. Assist with external washes to maintain and reach daily goals
- Manage workflow of UF operators and ensure they are following rotation to ensure consistent overall training
- Train new hire UF Operators - responsible for keeping up on DOA's and reporting issues immediately to Supervisor
- Provide feedback, training and coaching to existing receivers
- First level of escalation for UF operators
- Attendance at all required meetings
- Backup to Production Supervisor
- Backup coverage for opposite shift UF Lead
- On shift coverage for call ins as needed
- Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately
- Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
- Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
- The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required
Requirements
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- 4 to 6 years of experience or 4+ years of experience with demonstrated leadership attributes preferred
- Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment
Compensation Details
- The starting rate is $27.00, but increases eligible over time.
- Sign on bonus may be available.
- This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, AD&D, long term disability, short term disability, 401k and flex spending/HSA benefits.
An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans
Compensation: 27.00
$2000 Sign On Bonus
Safely make and deliver a quality product right the first time that meet or exceeds company and customer expectations. Perform as a member of the Operations Team. Perform tasks required to work safely around manufacturing equipment; work safely in handling industrial cleaning chemicals; unload tankers, run, shutdown, and CIP the dryer, evaporator, and all associated equipment; and run and clean packaging equipment. Perform minor equipment maintenance. Adhere to all GMP, HACCP, safety, regulatory, and plant policies and procedures. Promote safety, maintain a sanitary food environment, and ensure that only the highest quality product is made. Work with facility leadership to engage in professional development in a learning organization. Work day or night shifts, 12-hour shift schedules including weekends and holidays, and overtime as needed.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintain all systems that correspond with the operation
- Maintain daily sheets with audit information and all lab testing information when necessary. Enter all appropriate information into correct systems
- Ensure all documentation is within required compliance
- Oversee CIP washing to ensure proper chemicals, pressure, and all processes are being followed. Assist with external washes to maintain and reach daily goals
- Manage workflow of UF operators and ensure they are following rotation to ensure consistent overall training
- Train new hire UF Operators - responsible for keeping up on DOA's and reporting issues immediately to Supervisor
- Provide feedback, training and coaching to existing receivers
- First level of escalation for UF operators
- Attendance at all required meetings
- Backup to Production Supervisor
- Backup coverage for opposite shift UF Lead
- On shift coverage for call ins as needed
- Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately
- Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
- Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
- The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required
Requirements
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- 4 to 6 years of experience or 4+ years of experience with demonstrated leadership attributes preferred
- Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment
Compensation Details
- The starting rate is $27.00, but increases eligible over time.
- Sign on bonus may be available.
- This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, AD&D, long term disability, short term disability, 401k and flex spending/HSA benefits.
An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans
Compensation: 27.00
H-1B Agriculture Job Roles in Colorado
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Search Agriculture Jobs in ColoradoAgriculture H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
Which agriculture companies sponsor H-1B visas in Colorado?
JBS USA, headquartered in Greeley, is one of Colorado's most active H-1B visa sponsors in the agricultural and food processing sector. CoBank, a cooperative bank serving agricultural businesses, has also sponsored H-1B roles in Denver. Colorado State University in Fort Collins regularly sponsors H-1B positions in agricultural research and extension sciences. Smaller agtech and crop science firms along the Front Range have also filed H-1B petitions for specialized roles.
Which cities in Colorado have the most agriculture H-1B sponsorship jobs?
Fort Collins and Greeley account for a significant share of agriculture H-1B activity in Colorado. Fort Collins is home to Colorado State University and a cluster of agricultural research organizations, while Greeley anchors the state's beef processing and feedlot industry. Denver and the broader metro area host agricultural finance, agtech, and cooperative organizations. Pueblo and the Arkansas Valley see activity tied to crop production and food processing operations.
What types of agriculture roles typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship in Colorado?
H-1B sponsorship in agriculture requires the position to qualify as a specialty occupation, meaning it must normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Roles that commonly meet this standard include agricultural scientists, food technologists, agronomists, precision agriculture engineers, animal scientists, and agricultural economists. General farmworker, laborer, and equipment operator positions do not qualify, as they do not require a specific bachelor's degree to perform the work.
How do I find agriculture H-1B sponsorship jobs in Colorado?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers looking for H-1B sponsorship, including agriculture roles in Colorado. You can filter directly by visa type, industry, and state to surface employers who have a verified history of H-1B sponsorship in the sector. This saves significant time compared to manually researching company sponsorship histories. Migrate Mate's agriculture category covers roles from food science and agronomy to agricultural engineering and precision farming technology.
Are there any Colorado-specific considerations for H-1B sponsorship in agriculture?
Colorado's agricultural economy is concentrated in two distinct areas: the Front Range, which supports research institutions, agtech companies, and cooperatives, and the Eastern Plains and San Luis Valley, which are dominated by crop and livestock production. H-1B sponsorship is far more common among Front Range employers and research institutions than among rural farming operations. Colorado State University's strong agricultural programs also create a pipeline of research-based H-1B roles that do not depend on the annual cap, as universities are cap-exempt employers.
What is the prevailing wage for H-1B agriculture jobs in Colorado?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.