Bio Scout

**Bio Scout**

Nature Fresh Farms is a Leamington-based greenhouse company with facilities in Leamington, ON and Delta, OH. Our company and its innovative, dynamic team is expanding every day, growing new plant varieties and introducing cutting-edge ideas and practices to the fresh produce industry. However, at NatureFresh, we don’t just grow plants - we also grow people. Our team is passionate about bringing the highest quality products to consumers, but it is also committed to creating an inspiring, diverse, and team-oriented workplace environment that everyone can enjoy. Nature Fresh Farms is a recognized leader within the greenhouse farming industry - join our team and help us continue to grow

We are currently looking to fill permanent a full-time position for a Bio Scout within our greenhouses.

**Job Details**

Bio Scouts are essential members of our greenhouse operations as they are responsible for the monitoring and care of crops through biological control of diseases or pests. They provide valuable information to the growers and managers to ensure the proper care and wellbeing of the crops and allow us to grow at the scale we do at NatureFresh.

**Job Responsibilities include, but are not limited to**:

- Inspection and monitoring of assigned sections of crops/plants for pests, biologicals, diseases, or damage.
- Distinguishing between different species of pests or disease to ensure proper documentation of findings and reporting to the Growers/Management in a timely manner.
- Distinguishing between different species of pests or disease to ensure proper documentation of findings and reporting to the Growers/Management in a timely manner.
- Removal and disposal of damaged plants in the appropriate manner.
- Compliance with all Food Safety, Health & Safety and operational policies and procedures.
- Assisting with the annual crop cleanout.
- Additional duties as assigned.

**Job Requirements**:

- Minimum of 1-year Bio Scout experience is required.
- Attention to detail is necessary.
- Ability to complete duties with mínimal supervision and comfort working independently.
- Good communications skills both written and verbal are needed to work effectively with all levels of employees and management.
- Ability to work at heights and utilize a scissor cart.

**Working Conditions**:

- Climates within the greenhouses can vary from cod to very warm and can be humid at times.
- Must be able to stand/walk for extended periods of time; some bending, crouching, kneeling, and working at heights will be required.
- Will have exposure to various pesticides and insects including bees.
- Must be available Monday-Friday and on occasion Saturday’s.
- Hours will fluctuate to reflect the ongoing needs of the business - average 40-55 hours per week.

**Salary**:Based on experience.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care

Work Location: One location