Drying Technician

About the role

The Drying Facility Specialist plays a crucial role in the cannabis cultivation process at Planet 13, a leading provider of medical cannabis in Florida. This position is based in St. Johns, Florida.

Responsibilities

• Assist with receiving and organizing harvested plants in the drying room according to strain, batch, and harvest date.
• Hang plants carefully on drying racks or lines to ensure proper airflow and prevent mold or uneven drying.
• Maintain a clean and organized dry room environment to prevent contamination and ensure compliance.
• Monitor drying room conditions, including temperature, humidity, and airflow, and report deviations to Management.
• Document dry room activity using internal logs or state tracking systems (e.g., Biotrack or METRC).
• Inspect plants during the drying process for signs of mold, over-drying, or contamination.
• Determine when plants have reached optimal dryness using moisture content checks or feel tests per company SOPs.
• Gently remove dried plants from racks and prepare them for transfer to the trimming team, ensuring product integrity is maintained.
• Transport dried material to the trim room while maintaining accurate tracking and batch integrity.
• Follow all safety protocols and standard operating procedures during post-harvest handling.
• Comply with all HR policies including confidentiality and non-disclosure.
• Absorb and implement company policies, standard operating procedures, and performance standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 21 years of age or older.
• Ability to pass drug testing and a Level 2 Florida State background check.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to monitor environmental conditions and perform repetitive tasks accurately.
• Ability to follow written SOPs and maintain accurate documentation.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance offered.
• Paid time off, including major holidays.
• Sick Time.
• 401k retirement plan.
• Employee discount.
• Early access to wages ahead of payday.
• Critical Illness Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability.