Cannabis Cultivation Associate

About the role

The Cultivation Flowering Associate is an integral role within our Cultivation department, responsible for supporting and assisting the Flowering Supervisor(s) and Manager(s) in all aspects of plant nurturing and management. This role participates in a variety of tasks throughout the day including transplanting, plant pruning, defoliating, trellising, integrated pest management, harvesting and bucking. In addition, this role is also responsible for trimming, drying, binning, curing, waste disposal and cleaning for all plants, tools, and work areas within the department.

Responsibilities

• Avoids daily inspections for pests, pathogens, mold, fungi, disease, or other undesired conditions
• Follows proper plant pruning, moving, trellising harvesting, trimming, drying, and curing processes and protocols according to company guidelines
• Performs all day-to-day plant routine maintenance throughout the growth, harvesting and cure stages
• Conducts routine cleaning tasks to ensure a clean and tidy work area
• Assists in other duties as assigned to ensure the team, department and company division maintain success
• Regularly updates logs pertinent to job scope

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 21+ and currently residing in the US
• Dispensing Organization Agent Identification Card (able to obtain upon hire)
• Horticulture and/or Agriculture Experience, 1+ years (preferred)
• Production/Manufacturing Experience, 1+ years (preferred)
• Cannabis Industry Experience (preferred)
• Basic Math, Organizational, and Computer Skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong time management, organizational and communication skills
• Proficient critical thinking skills
• The desire to learn about the plant and our processes, with a focus on collaboration and teamwork
• Prefers task-based duties with a keen attention to detail and ability to follow processes and procedures

Qualifications

• Full shift availability necessary
• Shift is 7 AM to 3:30 PM, occasional weekend and holiday flexibility needed
• Compensation starting at $18/hr

Work Conditions

• This position operates in a clean and professional environment and routinely uses equipment such as pruning scissors, sanitation equipment and liquids; PPE may be required (provided onsite).
• Temperatures and humidity levels are similar to most indoor cultivation/greenhouse facilities.
• Kneeling, standing, walking, sitting, bending, pivoting, lifting and squatting are all expected activities.
• Plant pollen is present on surfaces and the air, as well as continuous noise from fans and motors.
• NOTE: The facility contains confined spaces that may only be accessible by ascending/descending stairwells while traveling throughout building.
• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time, bend, kneel, squat, and twist.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

• Employee Discounts (one of the highest in the industry)
• Health, Vision, Dental Benefits
• Sick Pay/PTO Accrual
• Parental/Maternity Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career Development
• Advancement Opportunities

Notes

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.