Cannabis Cultivation Lead Med Badge Required Jobs

SUMMARY:

The Cultivation Lead is responsible for leading cultivation operations and employees within the cultivation department. This includes, but is not limited to, maintaining GAP Standards, plant health, plant maintenance, irrigation, fertilization, IPM, facility maintenance, environmental data collection and reporting, post-harvest production, and order fulfillment.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, LICENSING, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in horticulture, agronomy, or a related field preferred.
• Two (2) plus years of experience in a large-scale commercial grow operation.
• In Colorado: valid and current Colorado Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED) Occupational Badge.
• Valid Pesticide Applicator License or ability to acquire one.
• Knowledge of workplace safety (OSHA).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Lead a large-scale commercial cannabis cultivation operation.
• Perform and/or supervise all required duties in the grow operation, including, without limitation: propagating; planting; watering; tissue culturing; cloning; transplanting; feeding plants; defoliating; cropping; topping; flushing; managing biosafety measures; trimming; packaging; disposing of waste; breeding; phenotyping; flower grading; and managing inventory.
• Works to build and maintain a strong culture within the department of accountability, efficiency, respect, professionalism, and dedication.
• Works with Cultivation Manager to oversee the cultivation procedures and nutrient protocols, keep accurate records, and present the results in a timely manner to the appropriate leadership members
• Maintains cultivation data including, but not limited to, environmental conditions, harvest records, cure records, and spray records.
• Follow company cultivation methods and provide feedback to the Cultivation Manager to assist in developing and improving processes.
• Inspect plants and working areas on a regular and consistent basis as to identify tasks that need to be completed, growth irregularities, and potential crop threats.
• Executes the company’s IPM (Integrated Pest Management) practices established for the control of all types of pests and diseases.
• Helps maintain a safe, sanitary, and compliant operation.
• Assists with organization of all equipment present within the grow operation.
• Provides insight and communicates on Facility & Maintenance related matters to ensure the facility is operating for uninterrupted production and efficiency improvements.
• Helps maintain Inventory Tracking System as required as well as ensures regulatory compliance throughout the department.
• Assists with waste disposal according to industry standards and regulatory agencies.
• Assists with planning, development, and implementation of SOPs (standard operating procedures) for all cultivation daily processes, including up to but not limiting, growth cycle processes nutrient regimens, inventory management, and cleanliness
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of state cannabis laws and regulations.
• Comply with all company policies, including confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

• Must be reliable, maintain good attendance, and self-motivated.
• Candidate must take initiative, be proactive, positive, enthusiastic, and able to learn quickly in a high-stress environment.
• Must be team oriented and able to work with a diverse group of people.
• Experience with various grow mediums and irrigation methods for indoor operations.
• Knowledge of crop management and commercial agriculture.
• Knowledge of plant diseases, pests and health.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
• Basic aptitude with Microsoft Office and Google suite products.
• High attention to detail.
• Troubleshooting, business-sense, and leadership skills.
• Proficient in English.

PHYSICAL EFFORT NEEDED:

• Must be able to lift at least fifty (50) pounds, be on feet all day, work in hot and cold environments.
• Must be able to walk, bend, kneel, and read and write numbers and letters.

TYPICAL NUMBER OF DIRECT REPORTS:

• NA

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• Exposed to dust, dirt, mud, varying temperatures, varying humidity levels, varying light intensities, high decibel sounds, and some solvents.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

• Safety shoes, safety glasses, dust masks, ear protection, various types of gloves and spraying equipment, and biosafety equipment.

TRAVEL:

• Some travel may be required for training purposes and for staying abreast of industry developments.

In Company’s culture, this position may be required to perform additional duties as needed. The above noted document is not intended to describe, in exhaustive detail, the multitude of tasks that may accompany the position, but rather to give the team member a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations. As the nature of business demands change, so too do the essential functions of the position.

Company is an at will employer. This document is not meant to be an offer, contract, or promise of future or continued employment. For more information, contact human resources.

Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on candidate qualifications and business need. Women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans are encouraged to apply for this position. Discrimination or harassment based on these or other protected classes will not be tolerated.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability

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