Integrated Pest Management Lead

About the role

Our next Full-Time IPM Lead will be responsible for carrying out tasks in a manner that follows the company’s Standard Operating Procedures to support the cultivation facilities Integrated Pest Management plan. The IPM Lead will also be expected to assist the Cultivation Associates with plant maintenance, and everyday cultivation tasks as needed. The Lead will be held accountable for the IPM team's effort and will be responsible for leading by example. This position will be on-site at our Boonton, NJ facility.

Responsibilities

• Follow all SOPs, verbal directives, and policies when performing daily operational duties and fully comply with state regulations.
• Acquire a proficient knowledge of plant diseases, insects, and fungi, as well as plant treatment options.
• Follow detailed IPM plans and timelines for plant production from beginning to end of crop cycles (clone to harvest).
• Perform routine monitoring, scouting, and documentation of plant population in all stages of plant development for problems revolving around insect pests, pathogens, viruses, etc.
• Obtain a private pesticide applicator license.
• Act as a Team Lead and lead by example for the rest of the Pest Management team.
• Annually complete a respirator fit test with a certified physician if needed.
• Apply crop protection agents under the direct supervision/direction of a certified pesticide applic