IPM Scout

At Cronos Growing Company (GrowCo), we are focused on developing and retaining a motivated and highly skilled team. We are working towards building one of the strongest brands in the global cannabis industry. We are in the process of building a world-class, high-functioning team. The working environment will provide several great opportunities for growth and career development.

We are looking for talented people with a passion for agriculture and the cannabis industry, an excitement for innovative technology and research, and a thirst to learn. Want to get involved? We want to hear from you.

Summary:
If you value ethics, love finding creative solutions, and have a passion for compliance, then this is the job for you! As a member of the growing team, reporting to the IPM Supervisor or designate; the IPM Scout is a vital role to ensure that pests, diseases, and plant health issues are detected early on. This role requires the applicant to be detail oriented and a self-starter that can work with a diverse team of professionals. The IPM Scout position is part of a highly skilled, highly motivated group that requires an eye for quality in each step of the growing process. This position is based out of Kingsville, Ontario.

Job Duties:

• Daily monitoring and scouting of pest, disease, and plant health.
• Supervision of IPM protocols of pest and disease management.
• Compiling IPM and conventional reports for review.
• Monitoring efficiencies of control measures used.
• Verification of pest and disease infestation trends.
• Maintaining up to date records.
• Planning and organizing scout duties as required.
• Assist in other duties as required.

Requirements:

• Horticulture, hydroponic vegetable/cannabis greenhouse education and/or experience is an asset.
• Pesticide license or Assistant’s license an asset.
• Knowledgeable of hydroponic cannabis pests and disease identification.
• Good verbal and written communicator.
• Must be computer literate.
• Must be honest, forthcoming, flexible, reliable, and respectful to others.
• Must have a minimum of 1-year hands on experience (hydroponic vegetable or cannabis).

Your Environment:

• Work environment can be warm and humid.
• Able to wear the appropriate PPE including a full-face mask and spray suit as needed.
• Lifting up to 50 lbs. on regular basis.
• Standing & walking for long periods of time.
• Frequent bending, kneeling, and reaching.
• Ability to perform a series of repetitive operations requiring manual dexterity and visual acuity.
• Able to work flexible hours including weekends.

What We Offer:
A competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with education, experience, and training, in a work environment that is inclusive, dynamic and provides an opportunity for growth.

NOTE:
Job Description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Cronos GrowCo supports a diverse and inclusive work environment, and we will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals in the job application process.