IPM Agent

Cresco Labs•Lincoln, IL

About The Position

The IPM Agent measures and mixes pesticide and foliar applications and applies them according to Cresco Labs policy. The role supports plant health through scouting, scoping, and monitoring, and executes pest and disease treatment schedules set by the IPM Supervisor. The agent communicates with the IPM Supervisor and IPM Lead, as well as supervisors and leads in other departments, and assists with data entry, track and trace, and completion of IPM logs and reports. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The role requires obtaining and maintaining a State of Illinois Pesticide Applicator License, including completing state-required documents and exams. Work may involve plant material, pollen, dust, and wearing protective equipment for extended periods.

Requirements

Two years of experience in general production, preferably in a regulated field producing goods for human consumption, or a satisfactory combination of experience and training demonstrating the ability to perform the duties.
Effective time management, high attention to detail, ability to multitask, and ability to work as a self-starter.
Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Illinois Pesticide Applicator License, including completion of state-required documents and exams.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment.
Ability to read pesticide labels.
Basic math comprehension.
Ability to stand and wear proper protective equipment for extended periods.
Ability to sit, stand, kneel, and perform repetitive actions with the hands for long periods.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds to torso level.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must comply with all legal and company regulations for working in the industry.
Must be legally authorized to work permanently in the United States without current or future employment-based visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Measure and mix pesticide and foliar applications and apply mixtures according to Cresco Labs policy.
Communicate with the IPM Supervisor, IPM Lead, and supervisors and leads in other departments.
Scout, scope, and monitor plant health according to Cresco Labs policy and perform other required tasks.
Execute pest and disease treatment schedules as outlined by the IPM Supervisor.
Assist with data entry and track and trace.
Complete IPM logs and reports as outlined by the IPM Supervisor and IPM Lead.