IPM Manager - Salaried

270 N Fillmore Road, Coldwater MI

Description

Primary Function: The Manager, IPM is responsible for managing the IPM Sprayer/Scouts and the IPM system along with inventory. Values: To perform the job successfully, the incumbent’s behavior must be consistent with the PRIDE values expected of all Maroa/PepperCo Farms employees: be Passionate; have Respect; be Innovative; be Driven and strive for Excellence. Primary Responsibilities: • Daily supervision of the scouts monitoring and scouting of pest and disease in the Greenhouse. • Adhering to and supervision of IPM protocols. • Compiling IPM and conventional reports for growers’ review. • Monitoring efficiencies of control measures. • Supervision of proper management and distribution of bios (live insects or mites). • Management coordination on biological programs and implementation. • Verification of pest and disease infestation trends. • Maintaining up-to-date records. • Planning, organizing, training and assigning scout duties as required. • Planning the sprays to do according with the weekly pest and disease pressure of the greenhouse. • Place weekly orders of Bios according with the weekly pest pressure of the greenhouse. • Maintain strict control of the bio cost budget and the chemical cost budget. • Place orders of the chemicals that will need to be sprayed according with the weekly pest and disease pressure of the greenhouse. • Constantly research new chemical options to use in the greenhouse. • Work in conjunction with the Food safety department to get approval for new chemical options. • Food Safety Paperwork. • Knowledge of all Food Safety protocols. Education/Background Requirements: • Degree or diploma in Horticulture/Agriculture preferred. • Previous experience with IPM in a greenhouse environment. • 3 Years’ experience of managing a team of 3 or more • Ability to manage multiple production teams under pressure in a fast-paced environment • Proven leadership experience in a Team setting • Excellent critical and analytical skills Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required • Communicate effectively and professionally, both oral and written with the ability to foster positive relationships • Proficient with MS Office Products • Ability to prioritize and deal with competing demands while considering the full business impact • Strong organizational, interpersonal and time management skills. • Knowledgeable of hydroponic vegetable pests and disease identification. • Spray license required. • Knowledge of chemical and pesticide management. • Horticultural background knowledge and knowledge of hydroponic greenhouse operations. Working Conditions: • Position requires sitting, standing, walking and bending on a regular basis. • Must be able to lift 30 pounds. Limited kneeling, squatting and crawling required. • Greenhouse environment where the temperature may reach 70°F and background noise approaches 70 dcbs.