Job Title: Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Specialist

Location: Illicit Gardens, Kansas City, MO

Schedule: Full-Time, Sunday-Wednesday - 4:00pm-3:00am

About Illicit Gardens: Illicit Gardens is a leading cannabis cultivation facility dedicated to producing high-quality, organic cannabis products. We are committed to sustainable and environmentally friendly practices, ensuring our products are safe and effective for our customers. Illicit Gardens is also proud to be a 100% employee-owned company through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). This means our employees are not just team members, they are owners of the company. Through the ESOP, eligible employees earn an ownership stake in Illicit Gardens over time, allowing them to directly share in the Company�s long-term success.

Job Summary: The Organic IPM Specialist will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining an effective integrated pest management program. This role involves monitoring and managing pest populations using organic and sustainable methods to ensure the health and productivity of our cannabis crops.

Key Responsibilities:

• Pest and Disease Monitoring: Regularly scout and monitor crops for signs of pests and diseases. Identify and document pest populations and damage.
• Application of Controls: Apply organic pest control measures as needed, following all safety and regulatory guidelines.
• Record Keeping: Maintain detailed records of pest monitoring, control measures, and pesticide applications.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the cultivation team to ensure IPM practices are integrated into daily operations.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge: Strong understanding of pest biology, organic pest control methods, and sustainable agriculture practices.
• Skills: Excellent observational and analytical skills. Ability to identify pests and diseases accurately. Proficiency in record-keeping and data analysis.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, bending, and working in various weather conditions.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee discounts on products
• 100% Employee Owned (ESOP)
• 401(K)

EEO Statement:

OXG, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.