IPM Agent

Cresco Labs; Lincoln (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Cresco Labs is hiring for a pesticide application role in Illinois. You will measure, mix, and apply treatments while coordinating with IPM leadership to protect plant health. You will implement pest and disease schedules and help with data entry and IPM reporting.

The job requires standing, protective gear, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs in a fast-paced environment. A State license is required by regulation.

Qualifications

• Two years of general production experience, preferably regulated for human consumption.
• Strong time-management, attention to detail, able to multi-task and work independently.
• Able to stand for extended periods and wear protective equipment.
• Must obtain and maintain Illinois Pesticide Applicator License with required exams.
• Fast-paced, changing environment with ability to read pesticide labels.
• Basic math skills and ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Measure, mix, and apply pesticides and foliar treatments per policy.
• Coordinate with IPM Supervisor and leads in related departments.
• Scout and monitor plant health and execute pest/disease treatment schedules.
• Enter data and track & trace; maintain IPM logs and reports.

Skills

Pesticide application

IPM coordination

Data entry

Time management

Reading pesticide labels

Physical stamina

Education

Illinois Pesticide Applicator License

Tools

Pesticide application equipment

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Cresco Labs is one of the largest public, vertically integrated, multistate operators in the cannabis industry. Our portfolio of in-house cultivated and manufactured brands features some of the highest quality, most awarded and most popular cannabis products in America. With dozens of locations nationwide, our owned and operated Sunnyside® dispensaries provide a welcoming, positive, judgement-free place to shop for anyone at any point on their cannabis journey.

Founded in 2013, Cresco Labs’ mission is to normalize and professionalize cannabis through our passionate employees. As stewards of the cannabis industry, our teams are constantly focused on supporting the needs of our fellow colleagues, consumers, customers, and communities alike. With a focus on Social Equity and Educational Development, our SEEDTM initiative ensures that our company reflects the communities in which we serve, ensuring equal opportunity for all to have the knowledge and resources to work in and own businesses in cannabis.

At Cresco Labs, we aim to revolutionize and lead the nation’s cannabis industry with a focus on quality and consistency of product, and to bring legitimacy to the industry with the highest level of integrity and professionalism.

MISSION STATEMENT

At Cresco, we aim to lead the nation’s cannabis industry with a focus on regulatory compliance, product consistency, and customer satisfaction. Our operations bring legitimacy to the cannabis industry by acting with the highest level of integrity, strictly adhering to regulations, and promoting the clinical efficacy of cannabis. As Cresco grows, we will operate with the same level of professionalism and precision in each new market we move in to.

SCHEDULE

Monday - Thursday, 7:00am - 5:30pm

CORE JOB DUTIES

• Responsible for measuring and mixing pesticide and foliar applications and applying these mixtures according to Cresco Labspolicy.
• Communication with IPM Supervisor and IPM Lead as well as other department supervisors andleads.
• Ensuring plant health by scouting, scoping, and monitoring plant health according to Cresco Labs policy, as well as any other tasks required
• Execution of pest / disease treatment schedules as outlined by the IPM Supervisor
• Assist with data entry, and track &trace.
• Responsible for filling out all IPM logs and reports as outlined by the IPM Supervisor and IPM Lead

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS

• Two years’ experience in general production, preferably a regulated field producing for human consumption.Or,any satisfactory combination of experience and training which clearlydemonstratesthe ability to perform the above-described duties.
• Effective time-management, high attention to detail, ability to multi-task, and work as a self-starter
• Ability to stand and wear proper protective equipment for extended time periods.
• Ability to obtain andmaintainState of Illinois Pesticide Applicator License; including completion of state required documents & exams.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced,changing,and challenging environment.
• Ability to read pesticidelabels.
• Basic math comprehension
• Requires work around plant material, which could include exposure to plant pollen and/or dust.
• Requiresabilityto sit, stand,kneel,and/or do repetitive actions with your hands forlong periodsof time.
• Requires ability tolift upto 50lbsto torso level.

In accordance with any local and state compensation laws, the compensation listed is the current estimated range for the position. Final offer details and future compensation may be determined by multiple factors including but not limited to, geographic location, market compensation data, skills, experience, and other relevant factors. For questions about this please discuss with your recruiter during the interview process.

Pay Range

$21.25—$21.25 USD

BENEFITS

Cresco Labs is proud to offer eligible employees a robust offering of benefits including, major medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(K)-match program, FSA/HSA programs, LTD/STD options, life insurance and AD&D. We also offer eligible employees paid holidays and paid time off. Other rewards may include annual discretionary bonuses, stock options as well as participation in our employee discount program. Benefits eligibility for permanent positions may vary by full-time or part-time roles, location, or position.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be 21 years of age or older to apply
• Must comply with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry
• The company does not offer employment-based visa sponsorshipforthis role or any other position, now or in the future. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without the needforcurrent or futuresponsorshipat any time.

Cresco Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all applicants will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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