Post-Harvest Technician at GlassHouse Botanics Inc

Pembroke, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Sep, 26

Salary

18.0

Posted On

04 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Wet trimming, Tray drying, Packaging, Sanitation, Equipment operation, Documentation, Traceability recording, Safety compliance, Waste collection, Communication, Manual dexterity, Attention to detail

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Come Grow with Us! GlassHouse Botanics is a privately owned and operated licensed medicinal cannabis producer. Conveniently located just minutes from Pembroke, employees also commute from nearby communities such as Petawawa, Cobden, Eganville, Haley Station, and Westmeath, among others. We proudly employ individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. While we’re a locally grown team, our product is enjoyed across Canada and around the world—our certifications allow us to ship to countries in the European Union, U.K. and Australia. With Canada at the forefront of cannabis innovation, now is the time to join this exciting industry! Be sure to read the attached document for additional information on the job and working conditions, and ensure you submit two recent professional references along with your resume. Job Summary Our Post-Harvest Technicians work under the direction of our fantastic Supervisor and participate in post-harvest activities such as wet trimming, tray drying, packaging of our product, and more. No experience? No problem! We’ll teach you everything you need to know. Duties include, but are not limited to: * Following task specific procedures with care and accuracy. * Completing post-harvest tasks such as wet trimming, tray drying, and packaging. * Maintaining cleanliness and organization of your workspace, including sanitation of tools and materials. * Observing and ensuring that all stages of cannabis operations are conducted in a safe and sanitary manner. * Operating and monitoring harvest equipment, such as trimmers and buckers. * Documenting activities and ensure all production and traceability records are completed as directed by the Team Lead. * Promptly reporting any deviations from standard operating procedures to the Post-Harvest Team Lead. * Following safe work procedures and report hazards and unsafe work conditions to your Team lead, or a Health and Safety Representative. * Completing Post-Harvest clean-up and breakdown including assembly and disassembly of some equipment. * Performing cannabis waste collection and destruction as per company procedure and regulatory requirements. * Participating in training to be knowledgeable on the full cannabis life cycle, and to be up to date on our procedures and guidelines. * Following regulatory requirements as per the Cannabis Act and Regulations, as well as GlassHouse Botanics Standard Operating Procedures. * Supporting and collaborating with other teams as needed. * Other duties as assigned. Depending on the position, you may have the opportunity to: * Operate specialty cannabis equipment/machinery. * Assist in the development of documents such as standard operating procedures and work instructions. * Develop leadership skills that will be with you forever. Must Haves: * Effective communication skills. * Willingness to learn. * Strong history of attendance and reliability. * Ability to follow verbal and written directions in English. * Ability to work in a team, and occasionally independently. * Comfortable in a fast-paced environment. * Ability to work on your feet for most of the day (standing and walking) or sitting for long periods of time. Bonus Points If You Have: * Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination, with strong attention to detail. * Experience in a relevant field, such as agriculture or manufacturing. * Experience working under EU GMP requirements. * Experience or a keen interest in plants and/or science. Job Specific Demands: * Willing to wear the provided uniform, and personal protective equipment as needed (i.e., respirator, eye protection, hearing protection). * Must have reliable transportation. * Our plants require watering seven days a week — three-hour weekend watering shifts occur on a rotating basis. Typically scheduled for one weekend day shift per month. * Plants like heat and humidity, so based on the position, you may need to be comfortable working in a greenhouse environment. * Ability to lift 50 lbs. unassisted. Conditions of Employment: * Must pass a criminal background check. * Must be 19 years of age or older. Why You’ll Love It Here: * Competitive wages — starting at $18/hour. * Paid training — classroom and hands-on experience. * Health benefits * Dental Benefits * Life Insurance * On-site parking * Social Committee — pizza parties, lunches, contests, holiday parties, and more. * Free coffee provided * Opportunity for extra hours if desired * Opportunity for growth Interested But Don’t Meet All the Requirements? Apply anyway! We would love to review your resume to learn more about you or find you another opportunity.

Responsibilities

Perform post-harvest activities including wet trimming, tray drying, and packaging of medicinal cannabis. Maintain a clean workspace and ensure all production records and safety procedures are strictly followed.