IPM Specialist

Why The Botanist?

The Botanist is a subsidiary of Canopy USA, LLC, a leading vertically integrated, multi-state operator in the United States cannabis industry. With the transition of Acreage Holdings to Canopy USA, LLC in December 2024, Canopy USA, LLC is now positioned to consolidate operations across its three business units – Wana, Jetty, and Acreage – realizing synergies, cost savings, and supporting growth in state-legal markets across the U.S.

Through coverage of key market segments including flower via Superflux, vape and concentrates via Jetty, edibles and beverages via Wana, and retail through The Botanist, Canopy USA, LLC is well positioned to accelerate growth with an emphasis on the Midwestern and Northeastern U.S. markets. As newly formed Canopy USA, LLC, we are building a stronger, more agile organization that will unlock greater opportunities across the growing US cannabis market.

The Botanist

Here at Canopy USA, LLC we believe in people first. We value our people and encourage continuous opportunities to learn, develop, and grow. We pride ourselves in innovation and passion for the cannabis industry.

We are always looking for motivated people who share our vision to join our team. Think you have what it takes? Then come grow with us!

The IPM Specialist is responsible for overseeing all Integrated Pest Management activities at the cultivation site. This role plays a key part in protecting crop health by conducting routine scouting, coordinating preventative treatments, and leading sanitation tasks—particularly the scheduling and execution of irrigation line sanitation to prevent waterborne pathogens. The IPM Specialist works closely with Flower, Veg, and Harvest Tech 2’s and is accountable for ensuring timely execution of all IPM-related tasks in alignment with the Cultivation Plant Schedule.

This position is hands‑on but also requires collaboration and strong communication. The IPM Specialist may perform tasks directly or elevate support needed by the wider cultivation team through partnership with the cultivation manager. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working cross‑functionally with cultivation leadership. Excellent work environment with a full benefit package offered including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance, short and long‑term disability insurance, paid time off, holidays, pet insurance, and other paid leaves of absence.

• Conduct daily scouting for pests, pathogens, and other plant health risks across Clone, Veg, Flower, and Mother rooms
• Coordinate and oversee all IPM‑related applications, including foliar sprays and beneficial insect releases on routine/regular basis
• Schedule and manage irrigation line sanitation events to prevent waterborne pathogens
• Communicate clearly with Cultivation Supervisors and Managers on risk areas, trends, or protocol recommendations, and request support of the wider team as appropriate.
• Enforce facility biosecurity protocols and assist in identifying and addressing potential contamination risks
• Maintain IPM inventory and manage ordering of supplies, PPE, and application equipment
• Partner with Flower, Veg, and Harvest Leads to align IPM activity with the plant schedule and room transitions
• Train Cultivation Technicians on IPM tasks and SOPs, and follow up to ensure adherence to expectations
• Maintain accurate records of scouting results, treatment events, and sanitation activities for state, compliance, and internal tracking
• Respond quickly and appropriately to emergent pest or pathogen outbreaks
• Maintain compliance with all state‑specific regulations related to pesticide use, sanitation, and recordkeeping
• Maintain…