Plant Care - Plant Care Technician

at  OrganiGram Inc

Who We Are
Founded in 2013, Organigram is a leading Canadian licensed producer, focused on producing high-quality, indoor-grown cannabis for adult recreational consumers in all provinces and the Yukon. Headquartered in Toronto (Ontario), Organigram has three state-of-the-art cultivation and processing facilities in Moncton (New Brunswick), Winnipeg (Manitoba) and Lac-Supérieur (Quebec), and our adult-use products can be found in retail outlets from coast-to-coast. Organigram’s adult-use brands include Edison, SHRED, monjour, Laurentian Cannabis, Holy Mountain, Big Bag O’Buds, Tremblant Cannabis and Trailblazer.
Our mission is to delight consumers with trusted brands that deliver innovative cannabis products and experiences while promoting education and industry advocacy.
Over the past year we have seen significant growth in this emerging cannabis industry and attribute this growth to our team members. We believe our deep-rooted culture; our values and our welcoming work environment have contributed to our overall success. Our focus on innovation, responsiveness to the needs of our customers and our people–centric approach have helped us become a trusted name amongst our stakeholders - be it our customers, partners, investors, our team members, and the communities that we support.
Why work with us?
Organigram is a diverse and inclusive organization that cares about you and the community you live in. Our competitive salary and benefits, education reimbursement and flexible work environment are designed to work for you as you grow and develop in your career. We offer an annual wellness credit and unlimited vacation to support your health and wellbeing. And you can feel good knowing our Organigram Operating for Good program provides you with the opportunity to support your community through sponsored volunteer initiatives.
Location: Moncton, NB
Status: Full-time, Permanent
Reports to: Plant Care Supervisor

POSITION SUMMARY:

With the direction from the Plant Care Supervisor, the ideal candidate will be a motivated individual who displays strong attention to detail, a dedication to learning, and ability to manage change in a fast- paced work environment. The Plant Care Technician will work closely with the Plant Care Supervisor in tending to a devoted area of the operation.
This position requires physical demands such as reaching, bending, walking, standing, performing repetitive work and lifting to 50 lbs;

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Brings focus to work quality and safety;
• Adaptability and strong with Multitasking;
• Effortlessly takes direction and follows through on tasks;
• Capable of working both independently and on a team;
• Good communication skills both written and verbal;
• Positive attitude with excellent interpersonal skills;
• Fall arrest training would be considered an asset;
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Ability to push or pull up to 100lbs
• Comfortable working at heights, and in hot, cold or humid environments
  Thank you for your interest in Organigram.
  Organigram is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fair and equitable recruitment practices, and we invite the opportunity to discuss any accommodation needs required throughout the hiring process. Please email us at internalrecruiting@organigram.ca and include the following: Job posting title, your name and contact information and your preferred method of contact.
  While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those shortlisted will be contacted for an interview

• Various crop care, including transporting, de-leafing, pruning, watering, pinching and also harvesting plants;
• Installs and adjusts trellis for optimal cannabis growth and according to standard;
• Carefully monitors the health of the plants for proper care;
• Responsible for general housekeeping of production area;
• Cleans and sanitizes equipment, and work areas, etc as per Health Canada standards;
• Organizes and maintains materials, restocks supplies when needed;
• Prepares reports and general documentation as required;
• Successful completion of Fall Arrest and Scissor Lift Operation training
• Proper adherence to and maintenance of PPE (bump cap, cut resistant gloves, eyewear)
• Maintain job skills by ensuring that current best practices reflect departmental WIs.
• Understand and follow departmental best practices and WIs when assigned as support.
• Other duties and tasks as assigned.