Integrated Pest Management Scout

Pure Hothouse Foods, marketed under the Pure Flavor® brand, is a family of greenhouse vegetable growers who share a commitment to bringing A Life of Pure Flavor™ to communities everywhere. Our passion for sustainable greenhouse growing, strong support for our retail & foodservice customers, and focus on engaging consumers is built on a foundation drawn from generations of growing expertise. We are the next generation of vegetable growers, inspired to put quality, flavor, and customers first by providing greenhouse-grown vegetables from our farms that are strategically located throughout North America.

With a dedicated, energetic and highly skilled workforce, we believe our employees make the difference. We offer our employees the opportunity to advance their careers in our progressive, vibrant organization.

Job Summary:

The Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Scout is responsible for monitoring the greenhouse growing area and crop, checking for signs and symptoms of pests and diseases. This position will implement measures and apply biological controls to minimize the risk of damage to a plant and its fruit, and ensure quality produce is available to meet company standards and customer demands.

Responsibilities:

• Daily inspect greenhouse crops using Integrated Pest Managaement (IPM) techniques and track threates using GPS technology
• Identify and remove yield limiting threats such as insects, diseases, weeds
• Document and/or photograph all findings; complete inspection reports, and provide reports to Head Grower
• Apply preventative measures and control products; document action taken
• 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 or equivalent amount of experience and post secondary education required
• 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
• Ability to work at heights up to 15 feet

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 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 height 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 Hothouse Foods today!

Pure Flavor Farms is committed to providing an accessible and barrier-free environment. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please contact the Human Resources department if an accommodation is required.

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Education

• High School Diploma or better in Other