Agriculture H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in New York
H-1B visa sponsorship agriculture jobs in New York span research institutions, agribusiness firms, and food science companies across the Hudson Valley, Long Island, and the Southern Tier. Cornell AgriTech, Bayer CropScience, and large food manufacturers regularly file H-1B petitions for roles requiring specialized degrees in plant science, agricultural engineering, and food technology.
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Aviagen is hiring ideal candidate for the position of Hatchery Manager. Primary responsibility for this role will be planning, developing and implementing policies and practices for operation of hatchery, ensuring attainment of goals and profitable operation, direct strategic operational plans in hatching eggs and chick production. This job will also be responsible for compliance with all company policies, NCC Animal Guidelines, and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.
Job Description:
Manage and coordinate, through supervisory personnel, hatchery activities: egg pick-up and deliveries, care, incubation and hatching, grading, vaccination, and preparation and shipping of chicks
Manage and coordinate, through supervisor personnel, maintenance of facility and equipment
Manage chick care, maintenance, packing and transfer activities
Oversee Quality Assurance/Quality Control program
Communicate with and assist Breeder Manager to project egg needs
Communicate and coordinate with contract service providers where applicable
Manage and maintain weekly hatch schedules providing proper number of birds to processing plant
Monitor and manage facility equipment and repairs, addressing maintenance issues
Maintain hatchery sanitation
Establish and manage safety policies and procedures
Maintain current knowledge of industry trends and information regarding hatchery equipment and operations
Manage reports, review and analyze, performing corrective measures
Responsible for hatchery budget
Manage quality of Embrex program
Manage Animal Welfare Program
Comply with safety and corporate guidelines on business ethics
Comply with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines, and local, state and federal laws, and regulations
Job Qualifications:
Direct supervision of 2 – 4 salaried employees (Superintendent, Supervisor, Clerk, etc.)
Oversee supervision of 20 – 25 hourly and salaried employees
This is a Leader of People position with required competencies: Delegation, Conflict Management, Planning, Sizing up People and Customer Focus
Bachelor’s Degree in Poultry Science, Agricultural Science, Biology, Management or related field from an accredited institution OR 8 years equivalent education and experience
Minimum 4 years’ progressive hatchery experience or combination of hatchery and relative poultry industry experience
Minimum 2 years’ supervisor experience within similar environment
Extensive maintenance knowledge (e.g. electrical, mechanical, PLC operations, heating and cooling, hydraulics, etc.)
Knowledge of Department of Transportation, State and Federal Laws
Previous hatchery management experience
Advanced poultry science knowledge
Advanced interpersonal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to lead, develop and motivate people
Demonstrated advanced knowledge of math functions and skills
Demonstrated advanced knowledge of financial terms and reporting
Practical computer skills with solid knowledge of MS Office programs
Advanced organizational skills, with attention to detail
Demonstrated sound work ethic, honesty and moral character
Understand and interpret data while drawing logical conclusions based on available inputs
Critical thinking skills in standardized situations as well as non-routine problems
Manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and prioritize work accordingly
Basic reasoning skills and carries out instructions furnished in written, oral and diagram form
CWT Farms International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Description Summary:
Aviagen is hiring ideal candidate for the position of Hatchery Manager. Primary responsibility for this role will be planning, developing and implementing policies and practices for operation of hatchery, ensuring attainment of goals and profitable operation, direct strategic operational plans in hatching eggs and chick production. This job will also be responsible for compliance with all company policies, NCC Animal Guidelines, and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.
Job Description:
Manage and coordinate, through supervisory personnel, hatchery activities: egg pick-up and deliveries, care, incubation and hatching, grading, vaccination, and preparation and shipping of chicks
Manage and coordinate, through supervisor personnel, maintenance of facility and equipment
Manage chick care, maintenance, packing and transfer activities
Oversee Quality Assurance/Quality Control program
Communicate with and assist Breeder Manager to project egg needs
Communicate and coordinate with contract service providers where applicable
Manage and maintain weekly hatch schedules providing proper number of birds to processing plant
Monitor and manage facility equipment and repairs, addressing maintenance issues
Maintain hatchery sanitation
Establish and manage safety policies and procedures
Maintain current knowledge of industry trends and information regarding hatchery equipment and operations
Manage reports, review and analyze, performing corrective measures
Responsible for hatchery budget
Manage quality of Embrex program
Manage Animal Welfare Program
Comply with safety and corporate guidelines on business ethics
Comply with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines, and local, state and federal laws, and regulations
Job Qualifications:
Direct supervision of 2 – 4 salaried employees (Superintendent, Supervisor, Clerk, etc.)
Oversee supervision of 20 – 25 hourly and salaried employees
This is a Leader of People position with required competencies: Delegation, Conflict Management, Planning, Sizing up People and Customer Focus
Bachelor’s Degree in Poultry Science, Agricultural Science, Biology, Management or related field from an accredited institution OR 8 years equivalent education and experience
Minimum 4 years’ progressive hatchery experience or combination of hatchery and relative poultry industry experience
Minimum 2 years’ supervisor experience within similar environment
Extensive maintenance knowledge (e.g. electrical, mechanical, PLC operations, heating and cooling, hydraulics, etc.)
Knowledge of Department of Transportation, State and Federal Laws
Previous hatchery management experience
Advanced poultry science knowledge
Advanced interpersonal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to lead, develop and motivate people
Demonstrated advanced knowledge of math functions and skills
Demonstrated advanced knowledge of financial terms and reporting
Practical computer skills with solid knowledge of MS Office programs
Advanced organizational skills, with attention to detail
Demonstrated sound work ethic, honesty and moral character
Understand and interpret data while drawing logical conclusions based on available inputs
Critical thinking skills in standardized situations as well as non-routine problems
Manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and prioritize work accordingly
Basic reasoning skills and carries out instructions furnished in written, oral and diagram form
CWT Farms International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Search Agriculture Jobs in New YorkAgriculture H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
Which agriculture companies in New York sponsor H-1B visas?
Cornell AgriTech (based in Geneva), Bayer CropScience, and major food manufacturers with New York operations have filed H-1B visa petitions for agriculture-related roles. University research programs at Cornell and SUNY are also significant sponsors, particularly for plant pathology, soil science, and agricultural biotechnology positions. DOL LCA disclosure data is publicly searchable and shows which specific employers have filed petitions by occupation and location.
Which cities in New York have the most agriculture H-1B sponsorship jobs?
Geneva and Ithaca in the Finger Lakes region are the most concentrated areas, driven by Cornell AgriTech and Cornell University's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. Long Island hosts agricultural research tied to food production and horticulture. The Hudson Valley and Southern Tier also have agribusiness and food processing employers that file H-1B petitions, particularly for roles in food science and agricultural engineering.
What types of agriculture roles typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship in New York?
H-1B sponsorship in agriculture typically applies to specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Qualifying roles commonly include agricultural scientists, plant pathologists, food scientists, agricultural engineers, soil scientists, and bioinformatics researchers. General farm labor, equipment operators, and supervisory roles without a degree requirement do not qualify. The position must demonstrably require theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge.
How do I find agriculture H-1B sponsorship jobs in New York?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers and filters agriculture H-1B sponsorship jobs in New York by visa type and industry. This matters because most general job boards don't distinguish between employers willing to sponsor H-1B visas and those that don't. Searching on Migrate Mate lets you focus on verified sponsoring employers in New York's agriculture and food science sectors without sorting through listings that won't lead anywhere.
Are there any New York-specific considerations for H-1B sponsorship in agriculture?
New York's agriculture sector is unusually research-heavy compared to other states, meaning a significant share of H-1B petitions come from universities and research institutions rather than commercial farms. These employers often have established international hiring pipelines and immigration counsel on retainer. New York State also has prevailing wage requirements tied to the DOL Labor Condition Application process, and employers must post LCA notices at the worksite, which includes remote or field research locations.
What is the prevailing wage for H-1B agriculture jobs in New York?
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.