Agriculture OPT Jobs in Idaho
F-1 OPT agriculture sponsorship jobs in Idaho are concentrated in the Magic Valley and Snake River Plain, where large agribusiness operations in dairy, potato processing, and seed production actively hire international graduates. Companies like Amalgamated Sugar, Lamb Weston, and Wilbur-Ellis have established presences here. Food science, agronomy, and agricultural engineering degrees align well with Idaho's dominant crop and livestock sectors.
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The Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.
SUMMARY
This job ensures efficient operation of all process control instrumentation in the plant. This includes maintenance, sanitation, troubleshooting, calibration and repair of all electronic equipment and instrumentation on site. The individual in this job will be required to fully understand the purpose and operation of the electronic equipment and instrumentation throughout the plant and have the ability to make decisions based on sound judgment when a situation dictates.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Installs, operates, and maintains to a high level of reliability central process control equipment and instrumentation including, but not limited to computers, programmable controllers, motor controllers and wiring.
- Ensures instrumentation is tuned and calibrated and performs routine preventive/predictive maintenance on all instrumentation.
- May assist Engineering and others to ensure programming of PLCs and SCADA is reliable and meets the requirements.
- May assist Engineering and others in developing plans for electrical and automation systems for capital and other projects.
- Performs mechanical duties and functions as needed.
- Conducts process auditing on a regular basis.
- Troubleshoots and makes minor and major repairs of equipment, including automation systems, in order to prevent or minimize equipment and machine downtime.
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Identifies and performs preventative/predictive maintenance on equipment throughout the facility.
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Maintains all shop inventories, tools and shop equipment.
- Creates, performs and completes work orders in the system as assigned or as needed, prepares kitting when necessary.
- Coordinates or schedules additional work as needed.
- Identifies parts needed for work to be done, conducts inventory searches and locates parts.
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Documents, monitors, maintains, and assists with reporting of shift events, logging Predictive Maintenance data and assists with work planning utilizing information systems and productivity software.
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Maintains Company standards for quality, food safety, sanitation and GMPs.
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Works within safety rules and regulations in actively avoiding injury to self and others.
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Ensures proper food safety sanitation and cleaning procedures of all processing equipment and tools.
-
Maintains necessary level of communication with team members and other support groups and does so in a participative management style conducive with operational goals.
- May assist with training other plant personnel.
- Ensures that additional accountabilities required by management are handled in a manner necessary to meet operational standards.
TYPICAL EDUCATION
Associate's Degree (A.A. or equivalent)
High school diploma or Equivalent required
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
- 3 years of relevant work experience preferred. 1 year of industrial work experience preferred.
- A combination of education and experience will be considered.
- Idaho State Journeyman Electrician License. Must maintain certification throughout employment.
OTHER INFORMATION
Shift: 6:00pm-6:00am
Pay: $39.12 + $2.00 Nightshift Differential
Job Requisition ID: 26717
Travel Required: None
Location(s): GF Idaho Plant - Caldwell
Country: United States
The Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.
If the Simplot Company decides to offer you this position, such offer will be conditioned on your satisfactory completion of a post-offer criminal background check. For Washington Job Applicants, see the Washington State Attorney General’s Washington Fair Chance Act Guide and RCW 49.94.010 for more information.
INTRODUCTION
The Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.
SUMMARY
This job ensures efficient operation of all process control instrumentation in the plant. This includes maintenance, sanitation, troubleshooting, calibration and repair of all electronic equipment and instrumentation on site. The individual in this job will be required to fully understand the purpose and operation of the electronic equipment and instrumentation throughout the plant and have the ability to make decisions based on sound judgment when a situation dictates.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Installs, operates, and maintains to a high level of reliability central process control equipment and instrumentation including, but not limited to computers, programmable controllers, motor controllers and wiring.
- Ensures instrumentation is tuned and calibrated and performs routine preventive/predictive maintenance on all instrumentation.
- May assist Engineering and others to ensure programming of PLCs and SCADA is reliable and meets the requirements.
- May assist Engineering and others in developing plans for electrical and automation systems for capital and other projects.
- Performs mechanical duties and functions as needed.
- Conducts process auditing on a regular basis.
- Troubleshoots and makes minor and major repairs of equipment, including automation systems, in order to prevent or minimize equipment and machine downtime.
-
Identifies and performs preventative/predictive maintenance on equipment throughout the facility.
-
Maintains all shop inventories, tools and shop equipment.
- Creates, performs and completes work orders in the system as assigned or as needed, prepares kitting when necessary.
- Coordinates or schedules additional work as needed.
- Identifies parts needed for work to be done, conducts inventory searches and locates parts.
-
Documents, monitors, maintains, and assists with reporting of shift events, logging Predictive Maintenance data and assists with work planning utilizing information systems and productivity software.
-
Maintains Company standards for quality, food safety, sanitation and GMPs.
-
Works within safety rules and regulations in actively avoiding injury to self and others.
-
Ensures proper food safety sanitation and cleaning procedures of all processing equipment and tools.
-
Maintains necessary level of communication with team members and other support groups and does so in a participative management style conducive with operational goals.
- May assist with training other plant personnel.
- Ensures that additional accountabilities required by management are handled in a manner necessary to meet operational standards.
TYPICAL EDUCATION
Associate's Degree (A.A. or equivalent)
High school diploma or Equivalent required
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
- 3 years of relevant work experience preferred. 1 year of industrial work experience preferred.
- A combination of education and experience will be considered.
- Idaho State Journeyman Electrician License. Must maintain certification throughout employment.
OTHER INFORMATION
Shift: 6:00pm-6:00am
Pay: $39.12 + $2.00 Nightshift Differential
Job Requisition ID: 26717
Travel Required: None
Location(s): GF Idaho Plant - Caldwell
Country: United States
The Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.
If the Simplot Company decides to offer you this position, such offer will be conditioned on your satisfactory completion of a post-offer criminal background check. For Washington Job Applicants, see the Washington State Attorney General’s Washington Fair Chance Act Guide and RCW 49.94.010 for more information.
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Search Agriculture Jobs in IdahoAgriculture OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Idaho: Frequently Asked Questions
Which agriculture companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Idaho?
Idaho agribusinesses with track records of hiring international graduates include Lamb Weston (potato processing), Amalgamated Sugar, Simplot, and Wilbur-Ellis. Dairy operations in Twin Falls and Gooding counties also hire for technical roles. Sponsorship is not guaranteed, and each employer's willingness to support OPT workers depends on the specific role, department, and current hiring needs.
Which cities in Idaho have the most agriculture F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Twin Falls and the broader Magic Valley region lead in agriculture OPT opportunities, driven by food processing plants, dairy operations, and seed companies. Boise has agribusiness corporate offices and ag-tech firms. Nampa and Caldwell in the Treasure Valley offer openings in horticulture and produce processing. Pocatello occasionally has roles tied to potato and grain operations in eastern Idaho.
What types of agriculture roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Roles that align with a relevant degree field are required for OPT authorization. In Idaho, qualifying positions commonly include food scientist, agronomist, agricultural engineer, crop consultant, quality assurance specialist, and soil scientist. Roles in agricultural data analysis and precision agriculture technology are growing. General labor or field hand positions typically do not qualify because they require no specific degree field.
How do I find agriculture F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Idaho?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters job listings by visa type, so you can search agriculture F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Idaho directly without sorting through listings from employers who don't sponsor. Filter by state and industry to surface roles at Idaho agribusinesses and food processing companies that have a history of hiring OPT workers in science, engineering, and technical agriculture roles.
Are there any Idaho-specific considerations for F-1 OPT in agriculture?
Idaho's agriculture sector is heavily seasonal, so timing your OPT start date to align with hiring cycles, particularly spring for agronomy and summer for food processing, can improve your chances. STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on whether your degree program is on the official STEM designated degree program list. Food science, agricultural engineering, and soil science degrees often qualify, giving graduates up to 36 months of work authorization.