Integrated Pest Management Scout

Agricultural Research & Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Scout 2026 Season (Mid-May through end of August)

Support the Wisconsin Ocean Spray Agricultural Sciences Team by working independently and collaborating on a variety of research and pest management projects. Conduct weekly visits and inspections of grower-owned properties for the purpose of monitoring insect, disease and weed pest populations throughout the growing season.

• Monitor cranberry beds for insects, disease and weeds
• Conduct routine insect sweep net samples and counts
• Visually inspect commercial cranberry beds
• Change pheromone traps/baits weekly
• Calculate percent in-bloom and out-of-bloom
• Collect insects and weeds for grower reference and identification

• $18 per hour

• Document accurate and precise field notes
• Efficiently learn and operate IPM software
• Communicate effectively with growers and IPM supervisors
• Construct maps and summary reports
• Work in all seasonal weather conditions
• Pass a drug test, background check and driver's record check

You might have our iconic cranberry juice in your fridge or have gotten into heated holiday debate about what’s better – canned or fresh cranberry sauce. But did you know that the hardworking people growing the superfruit in our products are 700 family farmers that own our cooperative? They entrust us with what is most precious to them to create new and innovative products that will delight consumers and grow this beloved brand today and into the future.

• G rower Mindset – We embrace our grower-owners innovative spirit and heritage through confidence, learning and focus on the future.

• Sustainable Results – Guided by purpose, we are focused on delivering results for our grower-owners.

• I ntegrity Above All – We are ethical, doing the right thing for our grower-owners, customers, consumers and each other.

• Inclusive Teamwork – We build diverse and inclusive teams that strengthen our cooperative.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

For MA Applicants – It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. Any employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.