Cannabis IPM Lead — Lead Pest Management & Cultivation

Savvyherb; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Mental health support

Flexible PTO

EAP

Paid parental leave

401(k) with company match

Pet insurance

Employee discounts

Recognition program

Disability & life insurance

Job summary

TerrAscend is seeking an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Lead to implement pest management plans, lead the IPM team, and support cultivation tasks. You will ensure compliance with SOPs and state regulations while maintaining safety and documentation.

The role requires knowledge of cannabis pests, strong organizational skills, and flexibility for weekend/holiday work. In a fast-paced facility, you will manage IPM activities and collaborate with cultivation staff to optimize crop health.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of Integrated Pest Management methods and the ability to identify pests and pathogens specific to Cannabis.
• Knowledge of growing practices such as cloning, transplanting, pruning, training, watering, etc.
• Ability to execute techniques accurately and consistently.
• Good documentation, inventory, and organizational skills.
• Ability to keep to a tight schedule.
• Ability to maintain excellent punctuality and attendance.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent verbal interpersonal communication skills to interact with team members.
• Basic weights and measurements skills, ability to operate a scale.
• Flexibility with hours and days – must be available to work every weekends, holidays when required, and overtime when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Follow all SOPs, verbal directives, and policies when performing daily operational duties and fully comply with state regulations.
• Acquire a proficient knowledge of plant diseases, insects, and fungi, as well as plant treatment options.
• Follow detailed IPM plans and timelines for plant production from beginning to end of crop cycles (clone to harvest).
• Perform routine monitoring, scouting, and documentation of plant population in all stages of plant development for problems revolving around insect pests, pathogens, viruses, etc.
• Act as a Team Lead and lead by example for the rest of the Pest Management team.
• Annually complete a respirator fit test with a certified physician if needed.
• Apply crop protection agents under the direct supervision.
• Document application of crop protection agents (Biological Control Agents, Pesticides, etc.) in accordance with California regulations.
• Identify and execute preventative maintenance and elimination of all types of pests and pathogens.
• Maintain and clean the PPE needed for all IPM duties (e.g. Respirators, Foot-baths, Tyvek Suits/Chemical Jackets, etc.).
• Maintain/clean equipment (hand pump sprayers, heavy duty sprayers, etc.) under the direction of a certified pesticide applicator.
• Assist with cleaning rooms after harvest and preparing for room re-loads.
• Performs cultivation tasks as assigned.
• Sweeps, mops, and assists with cleaning tasks daily.

Skills

Cannabis pest knowledge

IPM methods

Plant cultivation knowledge

Documentation & organization

Flexibility for weekends/holidays

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

PPE & Respirators

Equipment maintenance

Job description

TerrAscend is seeking an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Lead to implement pest management plans, lead the IPM team, and support cultivation tasks. You will ensure compliance with SOPs and state regulations while maintaining safety and documentation.

The role requires knowledge of cannabis pests, strong organizational skills, and flexibility for weekend/holiday work. In a fast-paced facility, you will manage IPM activities and collaborate with cultivation staff to optimize crop health.