Cultivation Technician

About the role

The successful candidate will possess a passion for horticulture and a willingness to continually learn more about the subject. This entry-level position offers the opportunity to learn and grow with the company from the ground up, and to take on increasing levels of responsibility over time.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the daily care of medicine from seed/clone to harvest; monitoring environmental factors to maximize production and prevent failures;
• Maintaining the highest levels of cleanliness and sanitation inside the cultivation area;
• Implement daily feeding & care schedule as directed by Cultivation Manager;
• Maintain consistency and discretion when pruning crops at various stages;
• Maintain consistency, uniformity and accuracy when repotting crops at various stages;
• Routine visual inspection of plants to identify any pests/deficiencies and reporting findings to Cultivation Lead;
• Crop propagation to meet inventory requirements as determined by Cultivation Lead;
• Maintains accurate records of reservoirs, equipment and other crop related logs assigned by Cultivation Lead;
• Accurately scans inventory into designated location(s);
• Proper usage, maintenance and storage of all tools and equipment, including but not limited to: shop vacuums, pumps, hoses, carts, fiskars, scissors, loppers, stools, gloves, rags, and goggles;
• Completes daily and periodic cleaning tasks as assigned. Daily cleaning consists of: sweeping and spot mopping all areas on the cultivation floor, common bathroom, break room, and loading area;
• Proper disposal of waste at the end of each day;
• Assists in completing other secondary cultivation tasks in the direction of the Cultivation Lead according to company needs;
• Maintains a clean, safe environment inside the cultivation area;
• Other duties as needed/assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate degree in horticulture, agriculture, biology, chemistry, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in horticulture, botany, or related field preferred.
• Knowledge of basic computer & office equipment operations (inventory systems; Word; Excel; office equipment such as copiers/telephone systems).
• Math required for inventory, projections, and measurements.
• Excellent time-management skills.
• Ability to effectively plan and prioritize, maintain confidentiality, and work effectively as part of a team.

Summary

Perks & Benefits: Full suite of medical, dental, and vision insurance, Paid parental leave, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Short Term and Long-Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Employee life insurance and supplemental life, Spouse and child life and ADD&DP, Pet insurance FSA and HSA available. Based on eligibility.

Schedule

Monday – Friday 7am – 4pm

Work Environment And Physical Demands

Manufacturing environment that requires extended time standing, walking, bending and reaching. Ability to carry up to 50lbs for up to a distance of 100ft may be required. Occasional extended and repetitive use of arms, hands and fingers to cut and manipulate small objects. Ability to work in a humid and pollinated environment.

Disclaimer

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to confirm or be interpreted as a comprehensive summary of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. E-Verify Participation Notice This Employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. What is E-Verify? E-Verify is an internet-based system that compares information from and employee’s Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility. Code Of Conduct All employees are expected to represent values and maintain the standards contained in the Code of Conduct. In Grown Farms is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or protected Veteran status. We appreciate your interest in In Grown Farms. If you need assistance with completing an online application due to a disability, please send a request to HRTeam@acreageholdings.com. Please be sure to include “Accommodation Request” in the subject line.