Distribution & Wholesale H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in Idaho
H-1B visa sponsorship jobs in Idaho's distribution and wholesale sector are concentrated around the Boise metro, Twin Falls, and Pocatello, where logistics hubs, food distribution networks, and agricultural wholesale operations drive demand. Companies like Sysco, Wesco International, and regional co-ops have filed H-1B Labor Condition Applications for supply chain analysts, operations managers, and procurement specialists.
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Illinois Foundation Seeds Inc. (IFSI) is an independent company delivering the leading research, product development, licensing, and production for the seed industry's sweet corn and field crops. Our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Dedicated, Collaborative, and Driven are the foundation of our success. We seek a Seed Production & QC Specialist who embodies and upholds these values in their daily work. At IFSI our brand purpose is "Growing Together." We believe in fostering growth not only in our research to our customers, partners, team members and the environment, creating collaborative efforts that benefit everyone involved.
General Purpose:
The Seed Production & QC Specialist is expected to be a self-starter with a strong sense of determination, taking a leadership role in this crucial part of our business. In this position, you will be responsible for assisting in overseeing the highest standards of seed quality by conducting tests and maintaining quality control systems throughout seed production. Responsibilities include seed quality testing, moisture and seed sampling, and enhancing seed production processes.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
- Assist with seed counts, moisture testing, seed sampling, and shipping of samples
- Assist in planning and plant projects requiring (ETRs) within parental seed fields
- Assist with the collection and recording stand counts and flowering dates, and other evaluation note sheets for field data collection and electronic filing
- Harvest and evaluate (HP) seed and ETRs from parental seed fields
- Apply for and assist with phytosanitary certificate applications
- Assist with planting of parent seed fields and selfing in parental seed fields
- Assist with checking production fields
- Assist with parent seed PL’s, phytos, and shipments
- Assist with inventory and sampling of parent seed
- Conduct seed quality or production improvement studies
- Monitor seed quality through various laboratory tests and evaluations
- Evaluate bean and pea stock seed plots
- Inspect tags and seed during conditioning and final fit processes
- Help monitor corn dryers
- Assist in the management of time dock and assist/manage data in the TG application
- Assist with entering data into production systems
- Assist in determining screen recommendations for sizers
- Assist in providing tares for Mills
- Assist with sample submissions
- Collect data on seed quality and production performance
- Assist with field data collection for stand counts, flowering dates, and other evaluations
- Maintain accurate records of all QC tests and evaluations
- Collaborate with the Seed Production team to ensure quality standards are upheld during production
- Assist with Quality Assurance (QA) testing of selfing and crossing block seed lots
- Plan and order supplies for nursery and selfing projects
Qualifications/Knowledge Needed:
- Previous experience in seed quality control, seed production, or related fields
- Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Crop Science, or a related field is beneficial
- Proficiency in data collection, reporting, and analysis
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in task execution
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to work in both office/lab environments and on-site during the growing season
- Capability to lift and carry seed samples and materials, generally up to 50 lbs
- Ability to stand for extended periods during field visits and inspections
Benefits:
- Employees can expect to be paid between $50 - $60K
- Additional compensation may include a bonus (if relevant)
- This salary range is merely an estimate and may vary based on market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors
- Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc.
- Company provided vehicle
Reporting:
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Illinois Foundation Seeds, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer
Seed Production & Quality Control Specialist
Illinois Foundation Seeds Inc. (IFSI) is an independent company delivering the leading research, product development, licensing, and production for the seed industry's sweet corn and field crops. Our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Dedicated, Collaborative, and Driven are the foundation of our success. We seek a Seed Production & QC Specialist who embodies and upholds these values in their daily work. At IFSI our brand purpose is "Growing Together." We believe in fostering growth not only in our research to our customers, partners, team members and the environment, creating collaborative efforts that benefit everyone involved.
General Purpose:
The Seed Production & QC Specialist is expected to be a self-starter with a strong sense of determination, taking a leadership role in this crucial part of our business. In this position, you will be responsible for assisting in overseeing the highest standards of seed quality by conducting tests and maintaining quality control systems throughout seed production. Responsibilities include seed quality testing, moisture and seed sampling, and enhancing seed production processes.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
- Assist with seed counts, moisture testing, seed sampling, and shipping of samples
- Assist in planning and plant projects requiring (ETRs) within parental seed fields
- Assist with the collection and recording stand counts and flowering dates, and other evaluation note sheets for field data collection and electronic filing
- Harvest and evaluate (HP) seed and ETRs from parental seed fields
- Apply for and assist with phytosanitary certificate applications
- Assist with planting of parent seed fields and selfing in parental seed fields
- Assist with checking production fields
- Assist with parent seed PL’s, phytos, and shipments
- Assist with inventory and sampling of parent seed
- Conduct seed quality or production improvement studies
- Monitor seed quality through various laboratory tests and evaluations
- Evaluate bean and pea stock seed plots
- Inspect tags and seed during conditioning and final fit processes
- Help monitor corn dryers
- Assist in the management of time dock and assist/manage data in the TG application
- Assist with entering data into production systems
- Assist in determining screen recommendations for sizers
- Assist in providing tares for Mills
- Assist with sample submissions
- Collect data on seed quality and production performance
- Assist with field data collection for stand counts, flowering dates, and other evaluations
- Maintain accurate records of all QC tests and evaluations
- Collaborate with the Seed Production team to ensure quality standards are upheld during production
- Assist with Quality Assurance (QA) testing of selfing and crossing block seed lots
- Plan and order supplies for nursery and selfing projects
Qualifications/Knowledge Needed:
- Previous experience in seed quality control, seed production, or related fields
- Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Crop Science, or a related field is beneficial
- Proficiency in data collection, reporting, and analysis
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in task execution
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to work in both office/lab environments and on-site during the growing season
- Capability to lift and carry seed samples and materials, generally up to 50 lbs
- Ability to stand for extended periods during field visits and inspections
Benefits:
- Employees can expect to be paid between $50 - $60K
- Additional compensation may include a bonus (if relevant)
- This salary range is merely an estimate and may vary based on market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors
- Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc.
- Company provided vehicle
Reporting:
Reports to the Seed Production & Quality Control Specialist II
Illinois Foundation Seeds, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer
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Search Distribution & Wholesale Jobs in IdahoDistribution & Wholesale H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in Idaho: Frequently Asked Questions
Which distribution & wholesale companies sponsor H-1B visas in Idaho?
H-1B visa Labor Condition Application filings in Idaho's distribution and wholesale sector have included national distributors with Idaho operations such as Sysco, Wesco International, and Grainger, as well as regional agricultural and food wholesalers tied to Idaho's potato, dairy, and grain industries. Employers in the Boise metro and Magic Valley tend to generate the most filings. Sponsorship activity varies by company size and the specific role being filled.
Which cities in Idaho have the most distribution & wholesale H-1B sponsorship jobs?
The Boise metro area, including Nampa and Meridian, accounts for the largest share of distribution and wholesale H-1B activity in Idaho, driven by its concentration of regional headquarters and logistics infrastructure. Twin Falls is a secondary hub due to food processing and agricultural wholesale operations. Pocatello and Idaho Falls also see periodic filings tied to industrial distribution and chemical wholesale employers.
What types of distribution & wholesale roles typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
H-1B sponsorship in distribution and wholesale generally requires a specialty occupation, meaning the role must typically require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Qualifying positions commonly include supply chain analysts, demand planning managers, procurement specialists, logistics operations managers, and trade compliance analysts. General warehouse, driver, or sales roles without a degree requirement typically do not meet the specialty occupation standard under USCIS guidelines.
How do I find distribution & wholesale H-1B sponsorship jobs in Idaho?
Migrate Mate filters distribution and wholesale jobs in Idaho specifically by verified H-1B sponsorship history, so you can focus on employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for roles in this sector rather than applying broadly and hoping sponsorship is available. You can search by city, role type, and visa category to narrow results to relevant Idaho openings. Reviewing an employer's LCA filing history through Migrate Mate gives useful context before applying.
Are there any Idaho-specific considerations for H-1B sponsorship in distribution & wholesale?
Idaho's distribution and wholesale sector is heavily tied to agriculture and food supply chains, which means seasonal demand patterns can influence hiring timelines. The H-1B cap and annual lottery still apply for most private employers here, so timing your job search around the October start date and April registration window matters. Employers in rural Idaho counties may have fewer prior LCA filings, making it worth verifying each company's sponsorship history before investing time in an application.
What is the prevailing wage for H-1B distribution & wholesale jobs in Idaho?
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.