Cultivation Specialist

About This Role

The Cultivation Specialist provides on-site support to multiple gardens within a cannabis cultivation facility, maintaining quality control measures and ensuring the health and safety of crops from propagation to pre-harvest.

Responsibilities

• Support plant management, fertilization, insect and disease monitoring, sanitation, and overall plant growth, health, and appearance in the grow rooms
• Clone, trim, prune, top and train plants as directed by the Cultivation Manager
• Monitor and maintain quality control measures in accordance with State and local laws
• Adhere to company policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment within the facility and production areas
• Immediately inform Cultivation Manager of any system discrepancies
• Visually inspect plants for any diseases, deficiencies, insects, and mold, reporting concerns to management for remediation
• Follow plant scheduling to accurately project plant need
• Catalogue, track, and organize plants from clone-to-harvest using our track and trace system
• Work within company continuous improvement system and strive to increase productivity
• Regularly clean cultivation equipment and tools, including light reflectors, containers, and ventilation equipment
• Document and update cultivation logs with nutrient and/or substance application to any plants within the facility
• Provide support to additional cultivation and harvest teams as needed to achieve facility production goals

Requirements

• Minimum 1-3 years' experience in a related position
• Able to follow detailed instruction and capable of performing repetitive tasks
• Must have a positive attitude and work well with others in a team environment
• Willing to learn about, operate and maintain facility equipment in a safe manner
• Comfortable with heights, soil and water, and tight spaces
• Ability to safely climb, squat, bend, twist, kneel and stand for at least 8 hours per day, and lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be 21 years of age or older, and able to successfully register with the state’s cannabis commission as an agent
• Must comply with all laws, regulations, and policies associated with the industry

Qualifications

• 1-3 years' experience in a related position.

Nice to Have

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Previous experience in a regulated production facility (food, beverage, CPG, etc.)
• Basic knowledge of plant structure and horticulture