Farmworkers And Laborers
Simmons Farm Raised Catfish, Inc. (Petition 2)
📍 Yazoo City, MS · Yazoo County
- ✔ Housing provided
- ✔ Daily transportation
How to apply
Contact the employer directly. Mention the job title and the case number. Case number: JO-A-300-26181-064002
- 📞 Phone: +1 (662) 746-5687
- ✉️ Email: dmartin@simmonscatfish.com
Employer instructions
For referrals from beyond normal commuting distance, an application or resume can be sent to the employer for a telephone interview. Telephone interviews for this work will be scheduled from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Central, Monday Thursday @ 662-746-5687, ask for Diane Martin. Resumes and applications can be emailed to dmartin@simmonscatfish.com. Prior to referral, each worker should either read or have read to them a copy of the Job Offer and that they understand all terms and conditions of employment as noted in the order. Go to your local Mississippi Job Center to inquire about this position. All workers should also be advised that they will be expected to work for the total period of employment as noted in the Job Offer and should be available to work in any one of the listed job activities at the discretion of the employer.
Applicants must be 18 years or older.
This employer may participate in the E-Verify Program.
Workers should bring with them original documentation of identity and employment eligibility (original documentation), to complete the I-9 form.
A copy of the work contract or a copy of the ETA 790 in lieu of a work contract, and any modification, will be provided to the worker on the day the work commences.
✉️ Application email template in English
Replace what is in brackets [ ] with your details. If the employer asked for another way to apply, follow their instructions.
Subject: Application for Farmworkers And Laborers (H-2A) - Case JO-A-300-26181-064002
Job duties
Original text, as filed with the Department of Labor.
Raw Catfish Fillet, Trimmer, and Packer: Employee inspects fish for blemishes or defects and either hand fillets fish, trims already filleted fish, or conforms raw fillets into other raw products. Employees must remove all bones, trim all excess fat, skin, tissues, and ragged edges from fish using handheld knives. Employees must also separate raw fish and byproducts into specified containers or ice pack boxes (fillets, nuggets, miscuts, whole fish or specific specialty cuts). Be flexible and assist in other areas of the company as needed or requested. Employees will be assigned to work in particular plant areas and to perform particular work within the job description based on the employer’s needs at any given time. Work area may consist of concrete floors, cold, noisy, wet and damp surroundings. Workers may be asked to clean up equipment and around worksites (sanitation can be day and/or night) and ice packing, which is packing the fresh fish on ice.
This job only works with fresh fish. Employees must adhere to all applicable food safety and sanitation requirements and adhere to all safety rules and guidelines as stated in the employee handbook.
Requirements
| Education | None required |
|---|---|
| Experience | Not required |
| Other requirements | Lifting up to 50 lb Background check |
Applicants must be 18 years or older. The company may conduct background checks. All required tools, supplies and equipment will be provided at no cost to the worker. Abuse, misuse and loss of employer supplied items may result in disciplinary actions including suspension without pay up to termination of employment. Proper work attire is required. No cell phone usage during work hours. Cell phone can only be used during breaks and emergencies. Must have good hand/eye coordination. Must have ability to work well independently or in a team atmosphere. Must be able to understand and act on spoken and other verbal communication. Must be able to work on a production line. All employees must consistently practice and support all safety rules and guidelines. All employees must consistently wear assigned Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and use and maintain knives and other equipment in a safe manner in accordance with instructions.
Benefits and conditions
| Schedule | 8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. |
|---|---|
| Paid | Weekly |
| Pay details | H2A Visa Workers: $14.53 |
| Housing type | Employer-provided (including mobile or range) (Yazoo City, Ms) |
| Housing | Gas, electricity, heat is provided; furniture, eating and cooking utensils are also provided. Family housing is not available and is not a prevailing practice in the area of intended employment. Housing will accommodate sufficient room for workers requested. Housing complies or will comply with the following applicable standards, local, state, and federal, if required, for the state of Mississippi. |
| Meals | The employer will provide housing with a free, convenient, and fully equipped kitchen facilities with refrigerator, stove, pots, pans, utensils and counter space for cooking, that will enable the workers to prepare their own meals. Kitchen facilities will include dishwashing facilities with adequate sinks that have hot and cold water under pressure that are in working conditions to sufficiently prepare three (3) meals a day. Employer will also provide free transportation once per week to/from closest town or city to buy food, banking services, and other necessaries. Transportation will be in an approved bus/van/car/truck at no cost to workers. |
| Daily transportation | Simmons Farm Raised Catfish will provide 1 bus, at no cost to the workers. Free transportation is offered to U.S. Domestic workers, who do not reside in employer-provided housing. Worksite is within walking distance of the housing, therefore, there is no need for transportation to/from housing to worksite. |
| Travel to the job | Inbound: Employer will provide and pay for lodging in consulate city, a charter bus/van/car/truck/public transportation or plane (travel insurance may be required), to the place of employment from the place from which the worker has come to work for the employer. |
| Pay deductions | Social Security Federal Tax State Tax (if required) Only deducted if required: Court & government ordered garnishments Advance/Loan repayments Inadvertent overpayments Meals Damage to tools, equipment, or housing other than normal wear and tear Medical Expenses not related to WC |
| Case number | JO-A-300-26181-064002 |
|---|---|
| Official occupation | Meat, Poultry, and Fish Cutters and Trimmers (51-3022.00) |
| Employer's agent or attorney | H2A Complete II Inc. |
| Posted | Jul 7, 2026 |