IPM Specialist at Walters Gardens Inc

Zeeland, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 May, 26

Salary

23.0

Posted On

18 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Insect Identification, Disease Identification, IPM Strategy, Chemical Rotations, Biological Program, Scouting, Sticky Card Analysis, Biological Control Planning, Spray Applications, Drench Applications, Lab Sample Collection, Pesticide Trials, Microsoft Office, Google Docs, Attention To Detail, Pesticide Applicator License

Industry

Horticulture

Description

Description About Us Walters Gardens, based in Zeeland, MI, has been a leading grower of perennials since 1946. We are known for the quality of our young plants and field-grown products, our diverse selection, and the strength of our hybridizing program. Our work is grounded in long-held values: integrity and accountability, hard work and perseverance, teamwork and service, and continual improvement and adaptability. These principles guide how we support our customers, treat one another, and care for our crops. We offer competitive pay, strong benefits, and a culture built on respect, collaboration, and the drive to do things the right way. PRIMARY PURPOSE AND FUNCTION: The IPM Specialist works towards ensuring all plants produced in the greenhouses at Walters Gardens are grown to the highest quality standard and in a safe, efficient, and economical way. Starting Pay-$23.00/hour ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Learning greenhouse insect and disease Identification. Be able to assess how seasonal changes, different environments and different crops at Walters Gardens affect these. IPM strategy and planning; familiarity with chemical rotations, biological program, biotoxicity with chemicals and action thresholds. Participate in yearly review of the IPM programs. Weekly Scouting of assigned Greenhouse areas. Weekly putting out, reading, recording and reporting of sticky card findings. Biological control planning and distribution. Spray and drench applications. Collection of samples to be sent to external labs. Follow up checks on issues treated. Setting up trials for various pesticides or plant health issues. Participate in meetings and educational events when directed by supervisor. When time allows, help other employees/departments complete daily tasks. Requirements Knowledge/Skills Required: 2+ years of Greenhouse/Nursery/IPM related work experience or Bachelor’s Degree to a related IPM field (Horticulture, Biology, Entomology) Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred Computer skills in Microsoft Office and Google Doc programs Strong attention to detail Pesticide applicator license or ability to obtain after hire

Responsibilities

The IPM Specialist is responsible for ensuring all greenhouse-produced plants meet the highest quality standards in a safe, efficient, and economical manner. Key duties include insect and disease identification, scouting, managing biological controls, applying treatments, and setting up health-related trials.