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Job Description

Full Time:

Yes

Number of Workers Requested:

2

Job Duties:

Drive and operate cotton farming equipment such as tractors, ATVs, and self-propelled machinery to till soil, prepare fields, and plant cotton; Perform mechanical repairs and maintenance on cotton-related machinery, vehicles, and implements; Set up and manage irrigation equipment, including laying pipes, maintaining ditches, and ensuring sufficient water supply for cotton crops; Apply fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides using hand sprayers and other equipment to support plant health and prevent pest infestations; Conduct regular inspections of cotton fields to monitor crop development, identify pest activity, and assess overall plant health; Plant cotton seeds using appropriate planting methods and equipment, including seed drills and planters; Cultivate cotton crops through manual or mechanical means, including weeding and applying soil amendments as needed; Operate machinery to irrigate, cultivate, and harvest cotton, adjusting implements and equipment for optimal performance; Harvest cotton, ensuring care is taken to preserve fiber quality; Load and unload cotton modules and bales into trucks or storage containers, maintaining organized and efficient flow; Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to transport cotton around the farm and gin facility; Operate and maintain cotton processing equipment, including module feeders, gin stands, lint cleaners, and bale presses, to convert raw cotton into baled fiber; Wrap, weigh, and label processed cotton bales for storage or shipment according to industry standards; Monitor machinery during ginning operations, adjusting settings as necessary to ensure proper function and fiber quality; Maintain cleanliness and efficiency in ginning and storage areas through regular cleaning and inspection; Track cotton inventory by recording bale counts, storage locations, and processing data; Perform general farm labor including grounds maintenance, debris removal, and upkeep of work areas; Report mechanical issues or equipment malfunctions to supervisors for timely resolution. Work schedules may vary, and employees may be assigned to rotating shifts, including evening or weekend work as needed. Duties may change during the workday depending on crop and weather conditions or other needs. Workers will perform a variety of general farm labor tasks as assigned, consistent with the job description and within the certified hours. On August 25, 2025, DOL rescinded the rule prohibiting employers from filing a single temporary agricultural labor certification to hire nonimmigrant workers under the H-2A visa classification into the United States after the first date of need. As such, the employer is filing a single batch for workers who are intended to be brought into the U.S. with the approximate staggered start dates: 1. June 16, 2026 – 2 Workers 2. September 1, 2026 – 17 workers

Job Classification:

45-2092.00 - Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse

Job Requirements

Experience Required:

No

Number of Hours Per Week:

66

Work Schedule (Start/End time):

7:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M.

Employer Information

Company Name:

Winchester Cotton Farmers, Inc.

Location:

Tillar, AR 71670

Worksite

Address:

2232 Hwy 65 N, Winchester, AR 71677

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:

H-300-26111-817105

Multiple Worksites:

No

Additional Wage Information:

The wage offered to H-2A workers is $12.27/hr. Workers may receive salary increases and bonuses based on merit, skill, and/or experience at the sole discretion of the employer.

Date Posted:

5/6/2026

Piece Rate Offer

$0.00

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