Intergrated Pest Management Scout

at  One Floral Group

One Floral Group is a wholesale flower producer that provides tailored floral solutions to retail customers throughout North America and is one of the fastest growing producers of floral products. Our business has over four million square feet of growing and production space in more than six facilities in three different climate zones. We have the ability to grow and build a variety of products, including potted plants and planters, outdoor lawn and garden plants, and vegetable propagation in the best conditions.
Reporting to the Head Grower, the IPM Lead is a key player within the Green Team by supporting the growing of high quality floral and veg crops through the successful implementation and administration of an in-house IPM program. The individual in this position should possess a keen eye for quality assurance, above average accuracy and organizational skills, be able to problem solve, have excellent follow-through

Education and experience required

• College Degree or higher in Agriculture, Horticulture or related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in growing or IPM
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage timelines to ensure delivery of objectives
• Ability to adapt positively to a fast paced, challenging and constantly changing work environment
• Demonstrated skills in relationship building and influencing to achieve results
• Strong team player with self-discipline and motivation to work independently
• Strong organizational, planning and strategic execution skills
• Basic MS Office and ERP Systems skills, experience with MS Business Central would be an asset
• Flexibility with schedule - hours may vary and be able to work extended hours during peak harvest periods, weekends, Holidays
• Ability to obtain a Pesticide Applicators License
• Growing and Production experience in Annuals and Seasonal Floral crops is a plus

• Collaborating with the Green, Sales and Logistics Teams to develop an in-house IPM program to ensure objectives and protocols are achieved on schedule, delivering cost effective IPM solutions resulting in high quality on time in full crops.
• Daily crop monitoring, scouting and reporting of pest and diseases for the Leamington and Kingsville facilities
• Analyzing, ordering and implementing effective IPM solutions, measuring results while tracking program budget adherence
• Overseeing biological and chemical crop treatments, posting signage and following safety protocols
• Collecting samples for lab analysis and acting on findings
• Compiling IPM program reports for review
• Overseeing Biosecurity protocols and reinforce when required