Integrated Pest Management Specialist

Acreage Holdings, Inc.•Egg Harbor Township, NJ

53d•Onsite

About The Position

The IPM Specialist is responsible for overseeing all Integrated Pest Management activities at the cultivation site. This role plays a key part in protecting crop health by conducting routine scouting, coordinating preventative treatments, and leading sanitation tasks-particularly the scheduling and execution of irrigation line sanitation to prevent waterborne pathogens. The IPM Specialist works closely with Flower, Veg, and Harvest Tech 2's and is accountable for ensuring timely execution of all IPM-related tasks in alignment with the Cultivation Plant Schedule. This position is hands-on but also requires collaboration and strong communication. The IPM Specialist may perform tasks directly or escalate support needed by wider cultivation team through partnership with the cultivation manager. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working cross-functionally with cultivation leadership. Excellent work environment with a full benefit package offered including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, holidays, pet insurance, and other paid leaves of absence.?

Requirements

Must be 21 years of age or older
High School Diploma or equivalent
1-3 years of experience in commercial cannabis cultivation or the equivalent of experience within a large cannabis cultivation facility, and proven knowledge and experience
Strong knowledge of pest and pathogen identification, prevention, and treatment strategies
Working understanding of foliar application techniques and beneficial insect use
Ability to work independently and as part of a team to carry out assignments to completion within the parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices
Must be able to pass a medical evaluation and all applicable state pesticide certification exams to legally handle and apply restricted-use pesticides (as required by the state where operating)
Must be eligible to work in a cannabis facility and pass all background and credentialing checks
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Proficiency with inventory systems and office equipment

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of irrigation systems, fertigation, and rootzone sanitation practices preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct daily scouting for pests, pathogens, and other plant health risks across Clone, Veg, Flower, and Mother rooms
Coordinate and oversee all IPM-related applications, including foliar sprays and beneficial insect releases on routine/regular basis
Schedule and manage irrigation line sanitation events to prevent waterborne pathogens
Communicate clearly with Cultivation Supervisors and Managers on risk areas, trends, or protocol recommendations, and request support of the wider team as appropriate.
Enforce facility biosecurity protocols and assist in identifying and addressing potential contamination risks
Maintain IPM inventory and manage ordering of supplies, PPE, and application equipment
Partner with Flower, Veg, and Harvest Leads to align IPM activity with the plant schedule and room transitions
Train Cultivation Technicians on IPM tasks and SOPs, and follow up to ensure adherence to expectations
Maintain accurate records of scouting results, treatment events, and sanitation activities for state, compliance, and internal tracking
Respond quickly and appropriately to emergent pest or pathogen outbreaks
Maintain compliance with all state-specific regulations related to pesticide use, sanitation, and recordkeeping
Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures
Additional tasks as assigned by management