Cultivation Manager

About the role

The Cultivation Manager leads all commercial canopy operations on the 2nd shift (Monday through Thursday, 1:00 PM to midnight) at our medical marijuana cultivation facility in Palatka, Florida, reporting to the Senior Director of Cultivation. This full‑time, exempt role drives end‑to‑end crop production across every stage of the plant life cycle — from cloning and propagation through vegetative growth, flowering, harvesting, drying, and curing — while mentoring the team and upholding strict compliance with Florida Office of Medical Marijuana Use (OMMU), Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), and Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) security and recordkeeping standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily grow room and canopy operations to ensure peak plant health, vigorous growth, and maximum crop efficiency
• Execute crop production schedules, harvest rotations, and canopy management strategies
• Manage fertigation, automated irrigation, nutrient recipe delivery, media moisture, and water chemistry (pH, EC/PPM)
• Control environmental conditions, including HVAC, light intensity and photoperiods, humidity, vapor pressure deficit (VPD), and CO₂ integration
• Execute and evaluate Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices, including biological controls and compliant crop protection protocols
• Direct, train, mentor, and schedule 2nd shift cultivation leads, technicians, and harvesting staff, including performance evaluations, cross‑training, and safety briefings
• Enforce standardized workflows, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and workplace safety practices while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability
• Maintain strict compliance with Florida medical marijuana statutes, administrative rules, and OMMU mandates by directing seed‑to‑sale inventory tracking in BioTrack and Odoo, including plant batch tracking, tag management, physical inventory audits, and audited waste and plant destruction records that meet DEA and OMMU requirements
• Uphold Cannabis Safety and Quality (CSQ) and Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) through sanitation protocols and daily facility walks that assess microclimates, detect plant stress, and evaluate equipment, partnering with maintenance and engineering to resolve lighting, fertigation, or HVAC issues immediately

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture, Agronomy, Agricultural Science, Botany, or a closely related field, or equivalent commercial cultivation leadership experience
• 3 to 5 years of hands‑on experience managing large‑scale, commercial indoor or greenhouse cannabis or high‑density horticulture operations
• Demonstrated experience leading and developing multi‑tiered operational teams in a regulated agricultural setting
• Deep proficiency with environmental automation platforms (such as Argus, Priva, and TrolMaster) and advanced HVAC and climate infrastructure
• Mastery of commercial fertigation platforms, water treatment systems, and automated dosing equipment
• Expert command of state‑mandated seed‑to‑sale compliance tracking systems (BioTrack, Canix, Odoo, or similar ERP solutions)
• Advanced knowledge of plant physiology, nutrient deficiency diagnosis, crop steering techniques, and IPM strategy
• At least 21 years of age
• Ability to pass a Florida Level 2 Background Screening pursuant to Florida Statute Section 435.04 and maintain eligibility for Medical Marijuana Treatment Center (MMTC) employee registration under OMMU regulations
• Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 lbs unassisted, and to stand, walk, bend, crouch, reach, and climb ladders or scaffolding during 10‑hour shifts, Monday through Thursday
• Comfort working in varying canopy environments, including intense light spectrums, dark green‑light conditions, high humidity, elevated temperatures, and sealed cleanroom settings
• Willingness to wear required PPE, including respirators, protective suits, gloves, and eye protection, for extended periods

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance effective the first of the month after you begin employment
• Competitive additional benefits including HSA, FSA, Dependent Care, and EAP services
• 11 days of accrued PTO in addition to 2 Wellness Days & Volunteer Hours that increase with tenure
• 401(k) program with an employer match after six months of employment
• Employee store discount program and professional development stipends

About the company

At Vireo, we’re growing something bigger than a business. With roughly 4,500 team members, over 1 million square feet of cultivation space, and more than 170 dispensaries across 10+ states, we’re one of the fastest‑growing platforms in the industry. What sets us apart isn’t just our footprint — it’s our people. From cultivation and manufacturing to retail, corporate operations, and our expanding agribusiness ventures, every role plays a real part in shaping where this industry goes next. We look for people with drive, a positive attitude, and a genuine desire to make a difference, and in return, we offer real opportunities to grow, contribute, and make an impact. We’re also proud to be one of the most diverse and inclusive workplaces in cannabis. Our culture is built on collaboration, respect, and continuous improvement.

Life’s too short to work somewhere that doesn’t ignite your passion. The cannabis industry is fast‑paced, innovative, and full of opportunity — where science meets creativity, and wellness meets culture. At Vireo Health, we’re pioneering the future of cannabis with a team that’s as dynamic as the industry itself. Here, you’ll find a workplace that’s collaborative, inclusive, and driven by HEART and purpose, where your work has a real impact on people’s lives.

• A Growing Industry: Work at the leading tech company in the cannabis industry and help shape the future
• Passionate Culture: Join a team that truly cares about the plant, the people, and the purpose behind what we do
• Employee Perks: Enjoy competitive pay and benefits, paid time off, and employee discounts
• Making an Impact: We’re committed to education, sustainability, and giving back to the communities we serve