Agriculture H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in Texas
Texas agriculture H-1B visa sponsorship jobs span crop science, animal health, food processing, and agribusiness operations across the state. Major employers include Cargill, Tyson Foods, and Texas A&M AgriLife, with hiring concentrated in the Rio Grande Valley, the Panhandle, and the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Roles in agricultural research, engineering, and veterinary science are among the most active for H-1B sponsorship.
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NatureSweet® is the world’s largest controlled-environment agriculture company and the leading branded tomato company in North America. From tomatoes and cucumbers to peppers, our products are grown year-round in greenhouse environments that deliver exceptional flavor, freshness, and consistency. But we’re more than a produce company. We’re a company committed to transforming the lives of agricultural workers in North America through industry-leading wages, education, wellness, and career development opportunities. Our unique culture and business model have been recognized by publications including Forbes and Harvard Business Review.
We Are Looking for Our Next Market Quality Assurance Engineer
Location: Laredo, Texas
About the Role
The Market Quality Assurance Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring the quality, food safety, and proper disposition of NatureSweet products throughout our distribution network. This position is responsible for product inspections, inventory quality management, regulatory compliance, quality reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives that help ensure our customers receive the highest-quality produce. Working closely with distribution centers, operations teams, and cross-functional partners, this role serves as a key decision-maker for product release, disposition, and quality standards compliance.
- Inspect products and determine daily inspection priorities to ensure compliance with quality and food safety specifications.
- Perform FDA release inspections and manage related documentation requirements.
- Evaluate and determine product disposition decisions, including release, rework, rejection, donation, or disposal.
- Monitor inventory quality status, holds, product age, and traceability records.
- Review rollover inventory and determine appropriate next steps based on product condition.
- Manage max-age and same-day shipping exception requests.
- Monitor distribution center storage conditions, including temperature and humidity compliance.
- Analyze quality KPIs, customer rejections, and consumer complaints to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Support R&D initiatives through sample collection, trial support, and process improvement recommendations.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Food Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 2-4 years of experience in Quality Assurance and Food Safety.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
- Strong knowledge of food safety and quality standards, including SQF, PACA, USDA, and FDA requirements.
- Experience with fresh produce inspection, shelf-life evaluation, and post-harvest handling practices.
- Understanding inventory control, product traceability, and quality management systems.
- Strong analytical and statistical problem-solving skills.
- Ability to communicate findings clearly and provide actionable recommendations.
What Makes You Stand Out
- Experience in fresh produce, agriculture, food manufacturing, or distribution environments.
- Proven ability to make sound decisions regarding product disposition and risk assessment.
- Customer-focused mindset with a passion for delivering high-quality products.
- Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively across multiple teams and locations.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
Why join NatureSweet?
- Support executive leaders who are shaping the future of one of North America's most recognized fresh produce brands.
- Join a purpose-driven organization where collaboration, innovation, and people come first.
- Work in a fast-paced environment where you'll have visibility across multiple business functions and strategic initiatives.
- Be part of a company that believes business success and social responsibility go hand in hand.
- Contribute to a culture recognized nationally for leadership, innovation, and workplace excellence.
Our Hiring Process
- Introductory conversation with Talent Acquisition.
- Interview with hiring manager and HR.
- Executive panel interview with key stakeholders.
At NatureSweet, we are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Please note that NatureSweet will never request payment or financial information at any stage of the recruitment process.
About NatureSweet®
NatureSweet® is the world’s largest controlled-environment agriculture company and the leading branded tomato company in North America. From tomatoes and cucumbers to peppers, our products are grown year-round in greenhouse environments that deliver exceptional flavor, freshness, and consistency. But we’re more than a produce company. We’re a company committed to transforming the lives of agricultural workers in North America through industry-leading wages, education, wellness, and career development opportunities. Our unique culture and business model have been recognized by publications including Forbes and Harvard Business Review.
We Are Looking for Our Next Market Quality Assurance Engineer
Location: Laredo, Texas
About the Role
The Market Quality Assurance Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring the quality, food safety, and proper disposition of NatureSweet products throughout our distribution network. This position is responsible for product inspections, inventory quality management, regulatory compliance, quality reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives that help ensure our customers receive the highest-quality produce. Working closely with distribution centers, operations teams, and cross-functional partners, this role serves as a key decision-maker for product release, disposition, and quality standards compliance.
- Inspect products and determine daily inspection priorities to ensure compliance with quality and food safety specifications.
- Perform FDA release inspections and manage related documentation requirements.
- Evaluate and determine product disposition decisions, including release, rework, rejection, donation, or disposal.
- Monitor inventory quality status, holds, product age, and traceability records.
- Review rollover inventory and determine appropriate next steps based on product condition.
- Manage max-age and same-day shipping exception requests.
- Monitor distribution center storage conditions, including temperature and humidity compliance.
- Analyze quality KPIs, customer rejections, and consumer complaints to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Support R&D initiatives through sample collection, trial support, and process improvement recommendations.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Food Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 2-4 years of experience in Quality Assurance and Food Safety.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
- Strong knowledge of food safety and quality standards, including SQF, PACA, USDA, and FDA requirements.
- Experience with fresh produce inspection, shelf-life evaluation, and post-harvest handling practices.
- Understanding inventory control, product traceability, and quality management systems.
- Strong analytical and statistical problem-solving skills.
- Ability to communicate findings clearly and provide actionable recommendations.
What Makes You Stand Out
- Experience in fresh produce, agriculture, food manufacturing, or distribution environments.
- Proven ability to make sound decisions regarding product disposition and risk assessment.
- Customer-focused mindset with a passion for delivering high-quality products.
- Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively across multiple teams and locations.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
Why join NatureSweet?
- Support executive leaders who are shaping the future of one of North America's most recognized fresh produce brands.
- Join a purpose-driven organization where collaboration, innovation, and people come first.
- Work in a fast-paced environment where you'll have visibility across multiple business functions and strategic initiatives.
- Be part of a company that believes business success and social responsibility go hand in hand.
- Contribute to a culture recognized nationally for leadership, innovation, and workplace excellence.
Our Hiring Process
- Introductory conversation with Talent Acquisition.
- Interview with hiring manager and HR.
- Executive panel interview with key stakeholders.
At NatureSweet, we are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Please note that NatureSweet will never request payment or financial information at any stage of the recruitment process.
H-1B Agriculture Job Roles in Texas
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Search Agriculture Jobs in TexasAgriculture H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
Which agriculture companies sponsor H-1B visas in Texas?
Companies that have filed H-1B visa Labor Condition Applications in Texas agriculture and food sectors include Cargill, Tyson Foods, JBS USA, and Texas A&M AgriLife Research. Large food processing corporations and university-affiliated agricultural research institutions tend to be the most active sponsors, as they have the HR infrastructure and legal resources to support the H-1B petition process.
Which cities in Texas have the most agriculture H-1B sponsorship jobs?
College Station and Lubbock see consistent H-1B activity tied to university agricultural research at Texas A&M and Texas Tech. The Rio Grande Valley, particularly Edinburg and McAllen, has demand in crop science and agricultural management. Amarillo and the surrounding Panhandle region concentrate food processing and livestock operations, while the Dallas-Fort Worth area hosts agribusiness corporate headquarters with technical and scientific roles.
What types of agriculture roles typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
H-1B sponsorship in agriculture applies to specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field. Qualifying roles commonly include agricultural scientists, soil scientists, food scientists, veterinarians, agricultural engineers, and plant geneticists. General farming, equipment operation, and non-degree field labor do not meet the specialty occupation standard and are not eligible for H-1B classification.
How do I find agriculture H-1B sponsorship jobs in Texas?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers and filters jobs by visa sponsorship type, including H-1B, so you can search agriculture roles in Texas without sorting through listings from employers who do not sponsor. Migrate Mate aggregates positions across crop science, food processing, veterinary services, and agribusiness, making it practical to focus your search on employers that have a documented history of H-1B sponsorship in the Texas agriculture sector.
Are there any Texas-specific considerations for H-1B sponsorship in agriculture?
Texas has a large public university system with active agricultural research programs, meaning institutions like Texas A&M and Texas Tech are significant H-1B petitioners in this sector. Texas also hosts several large food processing facilities subject to Department of Labor prevailing wage requirements, which employers must meet when filing the Labor Condition Application. The state's size means working conditions and prevailing wages can differ substantially between urban agribusiness hubs and rural production regions.
What is the prevailing wage for H-1B agriculture jobs in Texas?
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.