JOB SUMMARY

The Cultivation Specialist provides on-site support to multiple gardens within a cannabis cultivation facility. As a Cultivation Specialist you are responsible for maintaining quality control measures and ensuring the health and safety of crop during the life stages of the plant, from propagation to pre-harvest. Cultivations Specialists may be cross-trained and asked to support other departments from time to time to meet business needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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

• 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.
• Other duties as assigned by management.