Agriculture Jobs in New Hampshire with Green Card Sponsorship
Agriculture Green Card sponsorship jobs in New Hampshire are concentrated in the state's dairy farms, nurseries, and orchard operations in counties like Hillsborough, Rockingham, and Cheshire. Employers including Stonyfield Organic and regional dairy cooperatives have historically sponsored permanent residence for skilled agricultural workers, particularly in farm management, crop science, and livestock supervision roles.
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Get Access To All JobsSchedule: 4 days 10-hour shifts
A: Wednesday - Saturday 5:00am - 3:30pm
OR
B: Sunday - Wednesday 5:00am - 3:30pm
Pay: $18.00
Benefits: Full benefits package starting day 1 of employment
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Health Saving Acct with starter funds
- Up to 4% match on 401k
- Short term disability, long term disability, life insurance and AD&D
- Paid maternity and paternity leave
- Paid holiday, sick and vacation days
- Employee assistance program offers counseling services
- Tuition reimbursement
BrightFarms is The Place to Grow!
At BrightFarms, we’re on a mission to revolutionize the way leafy greens are grown. But we don’t just want to grow great-tasting greens, we want them to do good as well: for the planet, for the health of people, and for the well-being of our employees. We give BrightFarmers the tools, training, support, and opportunities they need to do better for themselves and the world every day. Because when you do good for your people, they do good for the world.
BrightFarms is a national leader in the booming indoor farming industry, transforming how produce is grown and delivered with its expanding network of high-tech, sustainable hydroponic farms. We currently operate six high-tech greenhouse farms, with four new regional salad greenhouse hubs breaking ground to begin opening in 2024. BrightFarms' fresh lettuce options, from classic greens to crunchy mixes and salad kits, are available in more than 3,700 retail stores across the East Coast and Midwest.
At our greenhouse in Loudon, we grow more than 650,000 pounds of leafy greens per year for New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Massachusetts, Maine, Connecticut, and New York. We are currently in need of a Machine Operator (Seeder) to support our team.
Description:
At BrightFarms, we exist for two reasons - People and our Planet. We use state of the art indoor farming techniques to produce pesticide free product that are insanely fresh and delicious. We are dedicated to our mission of reducing the environmental impact of food and we serve the local communities where we grow so our supply chain is simple and easy to trace.
The Machine Operator position will run and troubleshoot the seeding and harvest machinery in our baby greens greenhouse. This machinery drives the entire operation! Ideal candidates are excited about new hydroponic growing technology, are mechanically inclined, and have a strong attention to detail. Must be a self-motivated team player with a positive, solid work ethic with strong communication skills.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Food Safety Compliance - Follow all food safety protocols to ensure products remain safe for customers
- Daily Coordination - Work with the production team to align harvesting and sowing with the daily schedule
- Machine Operations - Program, operate, and monitor sowing machinery for accurate seed placement
- Seed Tracking - Record seed usage and document sown gutters accurately
- Moisture Control - Monitor and maintain correct moisture levels in the growing media
- Machine Maintenance & Troubleshooting - Adjust, clean, and troubleshoot seeding machines to maintain consistent seed distribution
- Issue Report - Report machinery issues to maintenance promptly
- Routine Maintenance - Perform basic maintenance on greenhouse equipment, including drippers, gutter elevators, sensors, and conveyor belts
- Work Area Organization - Keep the work area clean and organized, including cleaning equipment after use
- Additional Support - Perform other assigned tasks to support overall greenhouse operations
Experience, Skills and Abilities
- Must be capable of learning how to program and troubleshoot automated machinery
- Greenhouse, hydroponics, or commercial agriculture experience preferred but not required
- Love to solve puzzles, read and follow directions
- Maintain a strong attention to detail. Growing is a compilation of many small repetitive tasks that surmount to a masterpiece at the end of a plant’s life!
- Adaptable and Team Oriented– we are a fast-growing company that’s constantly changing. We need team members who are nimble and willing to roll up their sleeves for any task to support one another
- Ability to be forklift certified (we will supply training specific to site)
- Eagerness to learn
- Valid driver’s license
Working conditions
Climate: You will be working in the Headhouse (60F-90F) environments for part or all your shift and will dress accordingly.
Employees will have some exposure to seasonal conditions which may range from extreme heat and humidity in the summer to cold in the winter. Often working near moving mechanical parts. There will be exposure to cleaning chemicals. The noise level of machines can be loud. May occasionally get wet. Steps and floors may be slippery.
Physical Requirements
- Must be ok with heights – some of our tasks include working with tall machinery
- Heavy standing, crouching, and kneeling work
- Manual dexterity
- Clear correctable vision and uncompromised peripheral vision to notice safety hazards
BrightFarms is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the unique experience and backgrounds our Associates bring!
Schedule: 4 days 10-hour shifts
A: Wednesday - Saturday 5:00am - 3:30pm
OR
B: Sunday - Wednesday 5:00am - 3:30pm
Pay: $18.00
Benefits: Full benefits package starting day 1 of employment
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Health Saving Acct with starter funds
- Up to 4% match on 401k
- Short term disability, long term disability, life insurance and AD&D
- Paid maternity and paternity leave
- Paid holiday, sick and vacation days
- Employee assistance program offers counseling services
- Tuition reimbursement
BrightFarms is The Place to Grow!
At BrightFarms, we’re on a mission to revolutionize the way leafy greens are grown. But we don’t just want to grow great-tasting greens, we want them to do good as well: for the planet, for the health of people, and for the well-being of our employees. We give BrightFarmers the tools, training, support, and opportunities they need to do better for themselves and the world every day. Because when you do good for your people, they do good for the world.
BrightFarms is a national leader in the booming indoor farming industry, transforming how produce is grown and delivered with its expanding network of high-tech, sustainable hydroponic farms. We currently operate six high-tech greenhouse farms, with four new regional salad greenhouse hubs breaking ground to begin opening in 2024. BrightFarms' fresh lettuce options, from classic greens to crunchy mixes and salad kits, are available in more than 3,700 retail stores across the East Coast and Midwest.
At our greenhouse in Loudon, we grow more than 650,000 pounds of leafy greens per year for New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Massachusetts, Maine, Connecticut, and New York. We are currently in need of a Machine Operator (Seeder) to support our team.
Description:
At BrightFarms, we exist for two reasons - People and our Planet. We use state of the art indoor farming techniques to produce pesticide free product that are insanely fresh and delicious. We are dedicated to our mission of reducing the environmental impact of food and we serve the local communities where we grow so our supply chain is simple and easy to trace.
The Machine Operator position will run and troubleshoot the seeding and harvest machinery in our baby greens greenhouse. This machinery drives the entire operation! Ideal candidates are excited about new hydroponic growing technology, are mechanically inclined, and have a strong attention to detail. Must be a self-motivated team player with a positive, solid work ethic with strong communication skills.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Food Safety Compliance - Follow all food safety protocols to ensure products remain safe for customers
- Daily Coordination - Work with the production team to align harvesting and sowing with the daily schedule
- Machine Operations - Program, operate, and monitor sowing machinery for accurate seed placement
- Seed Tracking - Record seed usage and document sown gutters accurately
- Moisture Control - Monitor and maintain correct moisture levels in the growing media
- Machine Maintenance & Troubleshooting - Adjust, clean, and troubleshoot seeding machines to maintain consistent seed distribution
- Issue Report - Report machinery issues to maintenance promptly
- Routine Maintenance - Perform basic maintenance on greenhouse equipment, including drippers, gutter elevators, sensors, and conveyor belts
- Work Area Organization - Keep the work area clean and organized, including cleaning equipment after use
- Additional Support - Perform other assigned tasks to support overall greenhouse operations
Experience, Skills and Abilities
- Must be capable of learning how to program and troubleshoot automated machinery
- Greenhouse, hydroponics, or commercial agriculture experience preferred but not required
- Love to solve puzzles, read and follow directions
- Maintain a strong attention to detail. Growing is a compilation of many small repetitive tasks that surmount to a masterpiece at the end of a plant’s life!
- Adaptable and Team Oriented– we are a fast-growing company that’s constantly changing. We need team members who are nimble and willing to roll up their sleeves for any task to support one another
- Ability to be forklift certified (we will supply training specific to site)
- Eagerness to learn
- Valid driver’s license
Working conditions
Climate: You will be working in the Headhouse (60F-90F) environments for part or all your shift and will dress accordingly.
Employees will have some exposure to seasonal conditions which may range from extreme heat and humidity in the summer to cold in the winter. Often working near moving mechanical parts. There will be exposure to cleaning chemicals. The noise level of machines can be loud. May occasionally get wet. Steps and floors may be slippery.
Physical Requirements
- Must be ok with heights – some of our tasks include working with tall machinery
- Heavy standing, crouching, and kneeling work
- Manual dexterity
- Clear correctable vision and uncompromised peripheral vision to notice safety hazards
BrightFarms is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the unique experience and backgrounds our Associates bring!
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Which agriculture companies sponsor Green Card visas in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire's Green Card sponsorship activity in agriculture comes primarily from dairy operations, nursery and greenhouse growers, and organic farming enterprises. Larger dairy farms and cooperatives in Merrimack and Hillsborough counties have filed PERM labor certifications for experienced farm managers and livestock specialists. Smaller specialty crop farms occasionally sponsor through the EB-3 unskilled or skilled worker categories depending on the role's requirements.
Which cities in New Hampshire have the most agriculture Green Card sponsorship jobs?
Concord, Manchester, and the Monadnock region around Keene tend to concentrate the most agricultural employment in New Hampshire. The Connecticut River Valley corridor, stretching through Sullivan and Cheshire counties, supports a notable number of vegetable and orchard operations where sponsored positions occasionally arise. Rural areas near Laconia in Belknap County also have dairy and livestock operations that have historically sought long-term workers eligible for permanent residence sponsorship.
What types of agriculture roles typically qualify for Green Card sponsorship in New Hampshire?
Roles that qualify most often include farm managers, agricultural supervisors, irrigation specialists, dairy herd managers, and crop production technicians. Positions requiring specialized knowledge, such as integrated pest management coordinators or greenhouse operations managers, can qualify under EB-2 if a master's degree or its equivalent is required. More general skilled farm worker positions typically follow the EB-3 skilled worker pathway, which requires at least two years of training or experience documented through the PERM process.
How do I find agriculture Green Card sponsorship jobs in New Hampshire?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship type, so you can search for agriculture Green Card opportunities in New Hampshire without sorting through roles that don't offer permanent residence sponsorship. The platform lists positions from farms, cooperatives, and agribusinesses that have indicated willingness to sponsor, covering categories from dairy and crop production to agricultural management. Filtering by New Hampshire and the Agriculture and Farming industry tag returns the most relevant results.
Are there any state-specific or industry-specific considerations for Green Card sponsorship in New Hampshire agriculture?
New Hampshire's relatively small agricultural sector means Green Card sponsorship opportunities are less frequent than in larger farming states, and most PERM filings originate from established operations rather than seasonal employers. The state has no dedicated agricultural immigration program, so all sponsorship follows federal pathways including PERM labor certification under EB-2 or EB-3. Workers should note that PERM requires the employer to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role before the petition can proceed.
What is the prevailing wage for Green Card agriculture jobs in New Hampshire?
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.
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