Agriculture Jobs in Ohio with H-1B Sponsorship
Ohio's agriculture sector spans commodity crop production in the northwestern plains, greenhouse and nursery operations near Columbus and Toledo, and food processing facilities across the state. Companies like Scotts Miracle-Gro, Bayer Crop Science, and large agribusiness processors have sponsored H-1B workers for research, engineering, and scientific roles in Ohio.
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Be Here. Be Great. Working for a leader in the insurance industry means opportunity for you. Great American Insurance Group's member companies are subsidiaries of American Financial Group. We combine a "small company" culture where your ideas will be heard with "big company" expertise to help you succeed. With over 30 specialty and property and casualty operations, there are always opportunities here to learn and grow.
At Great American, we value and recognize the benefits derived when people with different backgrounds and experiences work together to achieve business results. Our goal is to create a workplace where all employees feel included, empowered, and enabled to perform at their best.
Great American Risk Solutions writes a diverse mix of property and casualty business, both primary and excess. Risk Solutions writes mostly non-admitted business, partnering with leading wholesalers. We focus on specialized solutions for a diverse market.
Our team members at Great American Risk Solutions display strong personal character, integrity, and honesty. We are driven champions of change and focus on results. We emphasize teamwork, collaboration – among underwriting, claims, and shared services teams – and continuous development of interpersonal and technical skills. Our people make all the difference in our success.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We are currently looking for a Production Underwriter Trainee/Production Underwriter to join the Risk Solutions Construction team. This position will be based in our Cincinnati, OH headquarters. Great American’s culture is built on connection, shared learning, and strong relationships. To support this, employees in this role are expected to be on-site four days a week, with the flexibility to work one day remotely. Core in‑office days are Tuesday–Thursday, with the fourth day determined by business needs.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities
- Evaluates and underwrites new and renewal business in accordance with Company underwriting guidelines and risk appetite.
- Analyzes risk information to make informed decisions on coverage, pricing, and terms.
- Collaborates with actuaries, agents, brokers, and clients to obtain necessary information and clarify details.
- Orders additional reports and screens, such as motor vehicle reports, loss history reports, outside inspections, etc., to inform decisions.
- Ensures proper documentation of underwriting decisions and compliance with state and federal insurance regulations.
- Evaluates existing policies for potential renewal or modification.
- Communicates underwriting decisions clearly and effectively to internal teams, agents, and brokers.
- Stays updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and market conditions.
- Develops and maintains effective business relationships with internal and external customers/coworkers in order to attract and retain profitable business.
- Interprets, explains, and markets products and services.
- Develops and executes marketing strategies to promote the Company’s products to brokers and agents.
- Monitors market trends and competition to identify opportunities for product enhancements and marketing strategies.
- Organizes and participates in marketing initiatives, including presentations, industry events, and broker/agent meetings to showcase products and services.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, Risk Management and Insurance, or a related field or equivalent experience.
- Commercial insurance and/or underwriting experience is a plus.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Position requires occasional travel.
Business Unit:
Great American Risk Solutions
Benefits:
We offer competitive benefits packages for full-time and part-time employees*. Full-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness plans, parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. Full-time and eligible part-time employees also enjoy Paid Time Off and paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and commuter benefits.
Compensation varies by role, level, and location and is influenced by skills, experience, and business needs. Your recruiter will provide details about benefits and specific compensation ranges during the hiring process. Learn more at
*Excludes seasonal employees and interns.
INTRODUCTION
Be Here. Be Great. Working for a leader in the insurance industry means opportunity for you. Great American Insurance Group's member companies are subsidiaries of American Financial Group. We combine a "small company" culture where your ideas will be heard with "big company" expertise to help you succeed. With over 30 specialty and property and casualty operations, there are always opportunities here to learn and grow.
At Great American, we value and recognize the benefits derived when people with different backgrounds and experiences work together to achieve business results. Our goal is to create a workplace where all employees feel included, empowered, and enabled to perform at their best.
Great American Risk Solutions writes a diverse mix of property and casualty business, both primary and excess. Risk Solutions writes mostly non-admitted business, partnering with leading wholesalers. We focus on specialized solutions for a diverse market.
Our team members at Great American Risk Solutions display strong personal character, integrity, and honesty. We are driven champions of change and focus on results. We emphasize teamwork, collaboration – among underwriting, claims, and shared services teams – and continuous development of interpersonal and technical skills. Our people make all the difference in our success.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We are currently looking for a Production Underwriter Trainee/Production Underwriter to join the Risk Solutions Construction team. This position will be based in our Cincinnati, OH headquarters. Great American’s culture is built on connection, shared learning, and strong relationships. To support this, employees in this role are expected to be on-site four days a week, with the flexibility to work one day remotely. Core in‑office days are Tuesday–Thursday, with the fourth day determined by business needs.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities
- Evaluates and underwrites new and renewal business in accordance with Company underwriting guidelines and risk appetite.
- Analyzes risk information to make informed decisions on coverage, pricing, and terms.
- Collaborates with actuaries, agents, brokers, and clients to obtain necessary information and clarify details.
- Orders additional reports and screens, such as motor vehicle reports, loss history reports, outside inspections, etc., to inform decisions.
- Ensures proper documentation of underwriting decisions and compliance with state and federal insurance regulations.
- Evaluates existing policies for potential renewal or modification.
- Communicates underwriting decisions clearly and effectively to internal teams, agents, and brokers.
- Stays updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and market conditions.
- Develops and maintains effective business relationships with internal and external customers/coworkers in order to attract and retain profitable business.
- Interprets, explains, and markets products and services.
- Develops and executes marketing strategies to promote the Company’s products to brokers and agents.
- Monitors market trends and competition to identify opportunities for product enhancements and marketing strategies.
- Organizes and participates in marketing initiatives, including presentations, industry events, and broker/agent meetings to showcase products and services.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, Risk Management and Insurance, or a related field or equivalent experience.
- Commercial insurance and/or underwriting experience is a plus.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Position requires occasional travel.
Business Unit:
Great American Risk Solutions
Benefits:
We offer competitive benefits packages for full-time and part-time employees*. Full-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness plans, parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. Full-time and eligible part-time employees also enjoy Paid Time Off and paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and commuter benefits.
Compensation varies by role, level, and location and is influenced by skills, experience, and business needs. Your recruiter will provide details about benefits and specific compensation ranges during the hiring process. Learn more at
*Excludes seasonal employees and interns.
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Which agriculture companies sponsor H-1B visas in Ohio?
Ohio-based agribusiness companies with H-1B sponsorship history include Scotts Miracle-Gro (Marysville), Bayer Crop Science, and large food processing operations concentrated in the northwestern and central parts of the state. University-affiliated agricultural research programs at Ohio State University also sponsor H-1B workers for specialist roles. Sponsorship is most common in research, biotechnology, and engineering functions rather than field operations.
Which cities in Ohio have the most agriculture H-1B sponsorship jobs?
Columbus and Marysville see the highest concentration of agriculture H-1B roles, driven by corporate headquarters, research centers, and agri-biotech operations. Toledo and the surrounding northwest Ohio region, which anchors the state's commodity crop belt, also generates sponsorship opportunities, particularly in agronomic research and food processing. Wooster, home to an Ohio State University agricultural research campus, produces additional specialist openings.
What types of agriculture roles typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship in Ohio?
H-1B sponsorship in Ohio agriculture is concentrated in roles requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field. Common qualifying positions include crop scientists, agricultural engineers, food scientists, plant biologists, agronomists, and soil scientists. Roles in precision agriculture technology and agricultural data analysis are also increasingly sponsoring H-1B workers. General farm labor, equipment operation, and production supervisor positions typically do not meet the specialty occupation standard.
How do I find agriculture H-1B sponsorship jobs in Ohio?
Migrate Mate is a job board built specifically for international job seekers who need H-1B visa sponsorship. You can filter directly by visa type, industry, and state to surface agriculture H-1B sponsorship roles in Ohio without sorting through positions that don't offer sponsorship. Roles in agri-biotech, food science, and agricultural engineering appear most frequently, concentrated around Columbus, Marysville, and the northwest Ohio research corridor.
Are there any Ohio-specific considerations for H-1B sponsorship in agriculture?
Ohio's strong university-industry research network, particularly through Ohio State University's College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences, creates pathways where academic research roles can transition into industry H-1B positions. Ohio employers in agriculture must still meet all standard H-1B requirements, including prevailing wage compliance filed with the Department of Labor. Sponsorship timelines are the same as nationwide, so roles need to be cap-subject or cap-exempt through a university affiliation.
What is the prevailing wage for H-1B agriculture jobs in Ohio?
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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