Post Harvest Technician I (6am-5pm)

Key Responsibilities

• Cutting down product, separating the plant from the root ball
• Defoliation and trimming of the plants
• Properly preparing product for transportation to the dry rooms
• Initially cleaning and removing all plant material post-harvest
• Weighing and disposing of all plant material not being sent for the drying process
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and bag any excess plant material leaving the grow room clean once the harvest process is completed
• Clean, sanitize, and store all grow room trays, irrigation equipment, and harvest equipment upon use
• Perform various manual cross-department job duties as needed

Qualifications

• Effective communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
• Works well in a team environment
• Attention to detail
• Punctual

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to handle organic matter daily, able to wear PPE as appropriate (eye, face, hand, arm, head, foot, body, fall protection)
• Able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 50 lbs to a minimum height of 5 feet and able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet, with or without mechanical assistance
• Must be able to work seated/standing as appropriate at workstations for extended periods, maintain body equilibrium while climbing ladders, stairways, stooping, kneeling, crouching, repetitive movement, and reaching, and use hands/fingers to hold, grasp, turn, pick, pinch frequently/constantly to complete tasks.
• Requires repetitive hand, wrist, finger and elbow movement
• Must have visual acuity with/without job aids to perform activities such as reading, viewing a computer terminal, and visual inspection involving small parts/details. Clarity of vision at 20 ft or more in day and night/dark conditions
• Must be able to speak and communicate verbally at conversation levels with co-workers, vendors, etc. (Moderate noise)

Salary and Benefits

Salary will be commensurate with experience. A comprehensive benefits package including paid time off is offered with this position.