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We have an exciting new role for an Integrated Pest Management Manager for one of our clients in Leamington, ON!

Here at ACCU-STAFF, our mission is to help organizations find the top Industry talent and to help people achieve their personal and professional goals through the growth of their careers. Our core values are the backbone of our business, which is how we guide our hiring process: we show excellence through results, lead with integrity and accountability, and exemplify competitive greatness.

 Salary: $75-$100k DOE

Location: Leamington, ON

What is in it for you?

· Be a part of a dynamic, progressive organization

· Above-average compensation package

· Great team environment

· Be a part of an organization that offers career growth

· Positive working environment that promotes work-life balance while promoting career growth

Responsibilities:

The IPM Manager is responsible for technical support and organization of the IPM Scouts, monitoring the greenhouse growing area and crops, checking for signs and symptoms of pests and disease, and monitoring the costs associated with IPM. This position will make recommendations on IPM management methods, implementation measures, and deployment of biological controls to minimize the risk of damage to a plant and its fruit, and ensure quality produce is available to meet company standards and customer demands.

Duties :

· Ensure bio-security measures are followed.

· Monitor pest management input cost.

· Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge of IPM practices and share insights.

· Train, coach, and provide leadership to the IPM Scouts.

· Monitor and report on IPM scouting performance and staffing needs.

· Weekly review and reporting on the pest pressure in all ranges.

· Communicate and coordinate the weekly IPM plan with Operational Growers.

· Perform scheduled quality checks and report on all bios purchased and released into crops.

· Monitor and assist with bumblebee pollination programs.

· Work closely with the Corporate IPM Manager to help establish annual/quarterly IPM plan, clearly define quality methods, and ensure delivery of the IPM team goals and objectives.

· Validate daily inspections of greenhouse crops using Integrated Pest Management (IPM) techniques and ensure trends are entered daily via digital data collection platform.

· Identify and ensure the elimination of yield-limiting threats such as insects, diseases, and weeds.

· Routinely validate the application of preventative measures and control products; document action taken.

· Ensure Operational Growers are immediately informed of critical situations that the quality and growth of the crop.

· Comply with SOPs, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Food Safety, Health and Safety, and company policies and procedures; ensure standards consistently meet expectations.

· Other core expectations as defined by the company.

Requirements and Skills:

· Secondary school diploma or equivalent (required); Post-secondary education in horticulture, agriculture, plan science, or a related field (preferred)

· Minimum three (3) years’ experience in greenhouse crop production, ornamental horticulture, or vegetable production.

· Previous agriculture experience with integrated pest management.

· Hands-on experience with biological control agents and chemical crop protection products.

· Success in conducting crop scouting, pest identification, and implementing corrective actions.

· Understanding of pest and disease life cycles and their impact on greenhouse crops.

· Knowledge of beneficial insects, biological control strategies, and pollination programs.

· Familiarity with cultural practices that influence pest and disease pressure.

· Understanding of greenhouse environmental controls and their role in pest management.

· Knowledge of regulatory requirements for pesticide use and employee safety.

· Familiarity with record-keeping systems and compliance requirements for greenhouse operations.

· Intermediate level of computer skills; working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

· Self-motivated with the proven ability to lead and motivate a team.

· Demonstrated strong organizational and time management abilities; demonstrated.

· Strong verbal, written, and communication skills; proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with multiple priorities and deadlines.

· Demonstrate keen attention to detail and task-related accuracy as well as consistent follow-through skills.

· Analytical skills for interpreting scouting data and recommending solutions.

· Problem-solving mindset

· Ability to work at heights up to 15 feet.

· Must be flexible to shift assignments as required to meet both customer & business needs.

· Possess a valid Pesticide Applicator Certificate

Company Overview:

ACCU-STAFF, our mission is to help organizations find the top Industry talent and to help people achieve their personal and professional goals through the growth of their careers. Our core values are the backbone of our business, which is how we guide our hiring process: we show excellence through results,

lead with integrity and accountability, and exemplify competitive greatness.

We are honoured to be ranked among the Top 50 staffing and recruitment firms in Canada- out of nearly 30,000 firms nationwide. Forbes has recognized us as one of the Best in Canada across all three major categories:

• Best Executive Recruitment Firms

• Best Temporary Staffing Firms

• Best Professional Recruiting Firms

This recognition reflects our commitment to exceptional service, trusted partnerships, and consistently delivering top-tier talent solutions.