Agriculture Visa Sponsorship Jobs in North Dakota
North Dakota's agriculture sector offers visa sponsorship opportunities across grain farming, livestock operations, and agricultural technology companies. Major employers include Cargill in Fargo, Dakota Growers Pasta Company, and numerous family-owned farming operations throughout the Red River Valley and western oil regions.
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INTRODUCTION
The J.R. 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 role is responsible for overseeing and leading the activities of the shift maintenance team to ensure the smooth operation of equipment and the production of quality products to meet customer specifications.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Attend and participate in all training activities for the position. Ensure the acquired skills and knowledge are applied.
- Ensures sanitation of equipment and housekeeping of the entire facility.
- Conducts oneself in a professional manner and ensures that personal appearance meets the standards necessary to perform the job functions while representing the Company.
- Assists with mechanical line calls on shift, completes work orders as assigned, and plans and schedules additional work needed. Ensures that spare parts are available for plant systems, and orders parts as required.
- Under the supervision and direction of the maintenance supervisor, and other qualified maintenance department personnel, installs, troubleshoots, repairs and maintains wet-end, packaging and dock equipment.
- Performs preventive maintenance on all wet-end, packaging and dock equipment. Support the Boiler/Refrigeration area and provide resources when a need arises.
- Maintains work area and equipment in a clean and operable fashion. Accurately fills out and maintains the daily log.
- Communicates with Supervisors, Shift Managers, other Team Leaders and department personnel regarding equipment and/or line conditions. Ensures the interface with team members and other support groups is conducted in a participative management style conducive with operational goals.
TYPICAL EDUCATION
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
OTHER INFORMATION
- Must be able to demonstrate the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and calculate percentages to make proper adjustments and calibrations, as required.
- Must be able to read, understand, and communicate in English in a manner to successfully complete job duties.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to work with hazardous and corrosive chemicals in small areas.
- Must be able to use a computer and successfully navigate through various applications. Must be proficient at computer system data entry.
- Must be able to maneuver in close quarters and climb stairs, ladders, and catwalks on a regular basis.
- Must be able to stand on concrete floors for long periods of time.
- Must be able to work in extreme environments (cold, hot, humid and slippery). Must be able to work under challenging conditions such as hot and cold air, wet environments, hot and cold water, hot oil, slick floors and work around various industrial chemicals; inside and outside the plant in a safe manner.
- Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Must possess a working knowledge of welding functions.
- Must be able to read and understand mechanical schematics.
Job Requisition ID: 22513
Travel Required:
Location(s): GF Plant - Grand Forks
Country: United States
The J.R. 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.

INTRODUCTION
The J.R. 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 role is responsible for overseeing and leading the activities of the shift maintenance team to ensure the smooth operation of equipment and the production of quality products to meet customer specifications.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Attend and participate in all training activities for the position. Ensure the acquired skills and knowledge are applied.
- Ensures sanitation of equipment and housekeeping of the entire facility.
- Conducts oneself in a professional manner and ensures that personal appearance meets the standards necessary to perform the job functions while representing the Company.
- Assists with mechanical line calls on shift, completes work orders as assigned, and plans and schedules additional work needed. Ensures that spare parts are available for plant systems, and orders parts as required.
- Under the supervision and direction of the maintenance supervisor, and other qualified maintenance department personnel, installs, troubleshoots, repairs and maintains wet-end, packaging and dock equipment.
- Performs preventive maintenance on all wet-end, packaging and dock equipment. Support the Boiler/Refrigeration area and provide resources when a need arises.
- Maintains work area and equipment in a clean and operable fashion. Accurately fills out and maintains the daily log.
- Communicates with Supervisors, Shift Managers, other Team Leaders and department personnel regarding equipment and/or line conditions. Ensures the interface with team members and other support groups is conducted in a participative management style conducive with operational goals.
TYPICAL EDUCATION
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
OTHER INFORMATION
- Must be able to demonstrate the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and calculate percentages to make proper adjustments and calibrations, as required.
- Must be able to read, understand, and communicate in English in a manner to successfully complete job duties.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to work with hazardous and corrosive chemicals in small areas.
- Must be able to use a computer and successfully navigate through various applications. Must be proficient at computer system data entry.
- Must be able to maneuver in close quarters and climb stairs, ladders, and catwalks on a regular basis.
- Must be able to stand on concrete floors for long periods of time.
- Must be able to work in extreme environments (cold, hot, humid and slippery). Must be able to work under challenging conditions such as hot and cold air, wet environments, hot and cold water, hot oil, slick floors and work around various industrial chemicals; inside and outside the plant in a safe manner.
- Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Must possess a working knowledge of welding functions.
- Must be able to read and understand mechanical schematics.
Job Requisition ID: 22513
Travel Required:
Location(s): GF Plant - Grand Forks
Country: United States
The J.R. 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.
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Which agriculture companies in North Dakota sponsor work visas?
Major agriculture employers sponsoring visas include Cargill (grain processing), Dakota Growers Pasta Company (durum wheat processing), and Simplot (potato processing). Large farming operations in the Red River Valley, particularly sugar beet cooperatives and grain elevators, also sponsor H-2A and H-1B visas for specialized agricultural roles including farm managers, agricultural engineers, and food scientists.
What visa types are most common for agriculture jobs in North Dakota?
H-2A visas dominate for seasonal agricultural workers during planting and harvest seasons. H-1B visas are used for specialized roles like agricultural engineers, research scientists, and farm technology specialists. TN visas serve Canadian agricultural professionals given North Dakota's border location. Some large operations also sponsor EB-3 visas for permanent agricultural managers and supervisors.
How to find agriculture visa sponsorship jobs in North Dakota?
Migrate Mate specializes in connecting international workers with North Dakota agriculture employers who sponsor visas. Focus on the Red River Valley region for sugar beet and grain operations, Fargo for agribusiness corporations, and western counties for large-scale farming enterprises. Many positions align with planting seasons (April-June) and harvest periods (September-November).
Which North Dakota cities have the most agriculture visa sponsorship jobs?
Fargo leads with major agribusiness headquarters including Cargill and agricultural technology companies. Grand Forks offers opportunities with sugar beet processing facilities and university agricultural research programs. Smaller cities like Devils Lake, Jamestown, and Williston provide positions with large farming operations, grain elevators, and agricultural service companies throughout their regions.
What are the prevailing wage requirements for agriculture visa sponsorship in North Dakota?
North Dakota agricultural prevailing wages vary by county and role type, with higher rates in oil-region counties like Williams and McKenzie due to economic competition. Seasonal H-2A positions must meet Department of Labor Adverse Effect Wage Rates, while specialized H-1B agricultural roles require prevailing wages based on local agricultural engineer and scientist compensation levels.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored agriculture jobs in North Dakota?
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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