IPM Scout US

Pure Flavor Farms LP is a family of greenhouse vegetable growers sharing a commitment to bringing A Life of Pure Flavor™ to communities everywhere. Built on generations of expertise, we are the next generation of growers—strategically located throughout North America and inspired to put quality, flavor, and our retail and foodservice customers first.
With a dedicated, energetic, and highly skilled workforce, we truly believe our employees make the difference. We are proud to offer a progressive, vibrant organization where you can advance your career, master your skills, and grow alongside us.

The IPM Scout is responsible for identifying, recording, and monitoring the greenhouse growing area and crop, checking pollination, and for signs and symptoms of pests and diseases using Pure Flavor’s digital IPM platform. This position will implement measures and apply biological controls to minimize the risk of damage to a plant and its fruit, and ensure safe, high-quality produce is available to meet company standards.

Responsibilities:

• Inspect greenhouse crops daily using Integrated Pest Management (IPM) techniques and record threats via the digital IPM platform.
• Identify and remove yield limiting threats such as insects, diseases, weeds.
• Document and/or photograph all findings; complete inspection reports and communicate directly with both the Head Grower or Operational Grower and IPM Manager.
• Apply preventative measures and control products; document action taken.
• Maintain banker plant health and beneficial populations
• Comply with SOPs, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Food Safety, Health and Safety, and company policies and procedures; ensure standards consistently meet expectations.
• Other core expectations as defined by the company.

Qualifications:

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent (required); 2-year degree in Horticulture, Agriculture, or related field preferred.
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience in an agricultural environment preferred.
• Intermediate level of computer skills; working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Self-motivated with the proven ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities; demonstrated.
• Strong verbal, written and communication skills; proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate keen attention to detail and task-related accuracy as well as consistent follow-through skills.

Work Environment:

• Hours of work may vary depending on business needs; flexibility required.
• This role operates in a hot, humid environment, where temperatures range from 90-100°F (32 – 38C) or more depending on the time of year. The noise level in the work environment can be loud due to packaging machinery, and forklift truck operation.
• Role frequently requires the ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, use hands to handle or feel product, and reach with hands as well as visual requirements to complete inspections.
• The position requires the ability to regularly lift to 30-pounds, occasionally up to 50-pounds.
• This role regularly requires the employee to work at heights up to 15 feet using a platform lifting device or scissor lift

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, submit your resume to Pure Flavor today!

Pure Flavor is committed to providing an accessible and barrier-free environment for all individuals, including candidates and employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable accessibility and accommodation legislation, including the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) in Canada and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in the United States. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation, please contact our Human Resources department.

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