Browse 5 cannabis jobs in Alva, FL in April 2024, at companies like Aris Horticulture, Inc., Syngenta, Keepsake Plants, and Acreage Holdings, including positions such as Grower, Greenhouse Grower, and Compliance Manager – The Botanist.
More than 30+ days
About Syngenta
Syngenta is a global leader in agriculture; rooted in science and dedicated to bringing plant potential to life. Each of our 28,000 employees in more than 90 countries work together to solve one of humanity’s most pressing challenges: growing more food with fewer resources. A diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace environment are enablers of our ambition to be the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture. Our employees reflect the diversity of our customers, the markets where we operate and the communities which we serve. No matter what your position, you will have a vital role in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. Join us and help shape the future of agriculture.
About Us
We invite you to help us shape the future of agriculture. At Syngenta, we believe every employee has a role to play in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. To support that challenge, the Production Operations team is currently seeking a Grower in Alva, FL.
You will help shape the future of agriculture by:
- Execute outlined growing procedures and process to deliver quality cuttings that meet customer requirements on a consistent basis.
- Responsible for the growing and crop culture of assigned crops.
- Provide strong hands-on technical skills and knowledge of horticulture crop production to produce the highest quality cuttings.
- Work in collaboration with all teams on site to implement growing protocols and be able to communicate with farm leadership team.
Accountabilities
- Responsible for all aspects of growing of assigned crops and NPI grown at Syngenta Alva farm in close cooperation with other growers and production manager.
- Guide and direct the growing process for assigned crops and be able to conduct several trials.
- Responsible for propagation, irrigation, fertilizer, plant growth regulator application, crop maintenance.
- Work with IMP and pathology departments on monitoring and diagnosis of insect and disease in compliance with WPS practices.
- Work with operations team to resolve growing issues and deliver the highest quality products.
- Responsible to program and monitor the environmental control computer as per the crop requirements
- Manage crop nutrients standards and interpret nutrient testing results to solve production problems and optimize growing conditions.
- Update internal growing protocols, procedures, processes and work instructions in collaboration with other team members based on the current production practices.
- Train and advise your team members on best growing practices, new learnings, and crop maintenance.
- Consistent crop walk with growing team to ensure the stock is grown according to plan and document action items or changes made.
- Proactively monitor and scout the stock for early detection of pests in concert with IPM.
- Responsible for physical integrity or growing equipment and structures.
- Supervise and instruct assigned employee to daily tasks.
- Weekend work will be required and frost patrol depending on weather conditions.
- Ensure all HSES and phytosanitary protocols are implemented, followed, and enforced.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
- Minimum B.S. degree in Horticulture, Agriculture, or related plant science is preferred.
- Typically requires 6+ years of related experience.
- 1-2 years related supervisory experience.
- Knowledge of crop production, and growing cycles,
- Some growing experience and technical expertise in floriculture crop production is preferable.
- Capable of solving production problems and implementing new growing ideas that make business sense
- Some Experience in IPM is desirable
- Be able to create and update S&OP for growing process.
- Knowledge or familiarity with ornamental/Cutting production is preferable.
- Skills with Microsoft Suite of Office programs (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Access).
- Must be Fluent in English, Spanish fluency is desirable
- Individual must be authorized to work in the United States for Syngenta without work authorization sponsorship now or in the future.
Critical Success Factors & Key Challenges:
- Understand what drives value in the business and influence stakeholders.
- Together with all team members, build a capability that delivers QOTIF.
- Be a key player in alignments with all stake holders.
- Streamline growing processes from beginning to end, to achieve consistent and reliable quality.
- Be a key member of the farm leadership team Being able to take timely, appropriate and proactive actions to achieve expectations.
- Quick, pro-active, adequate and timely communications with all stakeholders
- Flexible work hours. Will require some weekend and night work.
What We Offer:
- Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts the same day you do
salaray midpoint $55k- $75K
- 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution
- Open Vacation Policy with a minimum of 15 days of vacation and up to 30 days with manager approval, 9 Paid Holidays
- Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts among others
- A culture that promotes work/life balance, celebrates diversity, and offers numerous family-oriented events throughout the year
Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
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Associate (Preferred)
JOB SUMMARY:
Assist in managing all the production crops to ensure quality salable products using the most effective and economical growing methods. Assist in development and dissemination of the appropriate growing and propagation processes and techniques. Assist in training employees in WPS and MSDS standards. Assure greenhouse facility and equipment is maintained and functional.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1) Maintain propagation ideals and growing schedules for all production crops to ensure adequate rooting and growth according to customer requirements.
2) Set and monitor watering and fertilization schedules to maintain optimum growth.
3) Maintain mist schedules in the propagation areas.
4) Release product for pinching, harvest, shipment ensuring product meets customer’s valid requirements (i.e. moisture, height, rooting, maturity, insect and disease free, etc.)
5) Communicate quality or scheduling problems to appropriate parties in timely manner.
6) Communicate with others on growing staff as to changes in procedures, crop requirements, assignments for propagators, etc.
7) Monitor employees to ensure all safety rules housekeeping rules and procedures are adhered to.
8) Maintain proper growing environment with use of ARGUS computerized environmental systems in enclosed greenhouses.
9) Ensure schedule for proper maintenance of greenhouses and equipment is followed by growing and maintenance staff.
10) Coordinate with Maintenance Department need for necessary repairs and/or preventative maintenance tasks.
11) Coordinate with Inventory and Production departments as to space utilization, movement of product, availability of product for shipment, etc.
12) Assist in budgeting labor and materials for growing areas.
13) Rotate weekends and holidays for scheduling work for growing staff. Required to wear a radio to be available for problem solving and providing information to staff.
14) Must have good attendance.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
1) Direct supervision of three associate growers
2) Participation in Frost Patrol either day or night.
3) Participate in weekend duty.
4) Assign workload to members of growing staff on all shifts.
5) Address employee relation problems. Maintain documentation on employee issues such as attendance, performance issues, corrective action, etc.
6) Conduct one on one coachings as necessary.
7) Conduct performance evaluations of employees under direct supervision.
8) Fill in for other growers in case of illness, vacations, meetings, or other absences.
9) Assist in training of Associate growers, Grower’s helpers, scouts, and spray personnel.
10) Maintain crop records such as pesticide applications, fertilization and watering schedules, etc.
11) Willing to work a varied schedule with overtime, evening, and weekend hours as necessary.
JOB SKILLS REQUIRED:
1) Minimum AA degree/BA degree in Horticulture or related field preferred.
2) Minimum of Five (5) years in propagating and/or growing experience in container products.
3) Current pesticide license required or must obtain one within 60 days of hire.
4) Previous experience with document, database, and spreadsheet computer programs. (Microsoft Programs preferred).
5) Previous experience with computer environmental programs. (Argus Preferred)
6) Effectively demonstrate leadership skills through setting a good role model for others, using interpersonal skills when dealing with difficult matters
7) Ability to effectively communicate using verbal and written communication skills.
8) Ability to coordinate between several departments, using good communication and interpersonal skills. Able to maintain good relationships while taking in account multiple personalities.
9) Ability to maintain confidentiality when dealing with employee issues or in dealing with other supervisors and managers.
10) Ability to analyze and make decisions on best methods while using good judgment.
11) Must be up-to-date on Worker Protection Standard laws.
12) Willingness to adhere to all company procedures, safety and house keeping rules and to effectively communicate these to employees.
13) Bilingual – English/Spanish highly desirable.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Some work is completed in greenhouse environment with temperature extremes with moist, humid conditions. Floors are frequently wet. Walks are uneven and made of concrete or Sand covered with ground cloth. Work is completed between narrow aisles. Some work is with plants grown outdoors under saran and on sand covered with ground cloth. Work will be done in natural weather conditions including hot and cold temperature extremes, rain and wind. When required, wearing of personal protective equipment (i.e. Boots, respirator, Tyvex suits, goggles, gloves, etc.) Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Weekends
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Work Location:
- One location
Benefit Conditions:
- Waiting period may apply
Work Remotely:
- No
COVID-19 Precaution(s):
- Remote interview process
- Personal protective equipment provided or required
- Temperature screenings
- Social distancing guidelines in place
- Virtual meetings
- Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place
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JOB SUMMARY:
Assist in managing all the production crops at Live Oak Farm to ensure quality salable products using the most effective and economical growing methods. Assist in development and dissemination of the appropriate growing and propagation processes and techniques. Assist in training employees in WPS and MSDS standards. Assure greenhouse facility and equipment is maintained and functional.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1) Maintain propagation ideals and growing schedules for all Live Oak Farm production crops to ensure adequate rooting and growth according to customer requirements.
2) Set and monitor watering and fertilization schedules to maintain optimum growth.
3) Maintain mist schedules in the propagation areas.
4) Release product for pinching, harvest, shipment ensuring product meets customer’s valid requirements (i.e. moisture, height, rooting, maturity, insect and disease free, etc.)
5) Communicate quality or scheduling problems to appropriate parties in timely manner.
6) Communicate with others on growing staff as to changes in procedures, crop requirements, assignments for propagators, etc.
7) Monitor employees to ensure all safety rules housekeeping rules and procedures are adhered to.
8) Maintain proper growing environment with use of ARGUS computerized environmental systems in enclosed greenhouses.
9) Ensure schedule for proper maintenance of greenhouses and equipment is followed by growing and maintenance staff.
10) Coordinate with Maintenance Department need for necessary repairs and/or preventative maintenance tasks.
11) Coordinate with Inventory and Production departments as to space utilization, movement of product, availability of product for shipment, etc.
12) Assist in budgeting labor and materials for growing areas.
13) Rotate weekends and holidays for scheduling work for growing staff. Required to wear a radio to be available for problem solving and providing information to staff.
14) Must have good attendance.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
1) Direct supervision of three associate growers
2) Participation in Frost Patrol either day or night.
3) Participate in weekend duty.
4) Assign workload to members of growing staff on all shifts.
5) Address employee relation problems. Maintain documentation on employee issues such as attendance, performance issues, corrective action, etc.
6) Conduct one on one coachings as necessary.
7) Conduct performance evaluations of employees under direct supervision.
8) Fill in for other growers in case of illness, vacations, meetings, or other absences.
9) Assist in training of Associate growers, Grower’s helpers, scouts, and spray personnel.
10) Maintain crop records such as pesticide applications, fertilization and watering schedules, etc.
11) Willing to work a varied schedule with overtime, evening, and weekend hours as necessary.
JOB SKILLS REQUIRED:
1) Minimum AA degree/BA degree in Horticulture or related field preferred.
2) Minimum of Five (5) years in propagating and/or growing experience in container products.
3) Current pesticide license required or must obtain one within 60 days of hire.
4) Previous experience with document, database, and spreadsheet computer programs. (Microsoft Programs preferred).
5) Previous experience with computer environmental programs. (Argus Preferred)
6) Effectively demonstrate leadership skills through setting a good role model for others, using interpersonal skills when dealing with difficult matters
7) Ability to effectively communicate using verbal and written communication skills.
8) Ability to coordinate between several departments, using good communication and interpersonal skills. Able to maintain good relationships while taking in account multiple personalities.
9) Ability to maintain confidentiality when dealing with employee issues or in dealing with other supervisors and managers.
10) Ability to analyze and make decisions on best methods while using good judgment.
11) Must be up-to-date on Worker Protection Standard laws.
12) Willingness to adhere to all company procedures, safety and house keeping rules and to effectively communicate these to employees.
13) Bilingual – English/Spanish highly desirable.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Some work is completed in greenhouse environment with temperature extremes with moist, humid conditions. Floors are frequently wet. Walks are uneven and made of concrete or Sand covered with ground cloth. Work is completed between narrow aisles. Some work is with plants grown outdoors under saran and on sand covered with ground cloth. Work will be done in natural weather conditions including hot and cold temperature extremes, rain and wind. When required, wearing of personal protective equipment (i.e. Boots, respirator, Tyvex suits, goggles, gloves, etc.) Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Vision Insurance
Schedule:
- 10 Hour Shift
- 12 Hour Shift
- 8 Hour Shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- On Call
- Weekends
Experience:
- propagating: 5 years (Required)
- growing: 5 years (Required)
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Location:
- Alva, FL 33920 (Required)
Work authorization:
- United States (Required)
Application Question:
- Are you available to work a flexible schedule which includes weekends and holidays?
This Company Describes Its Culture as:
- Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused
- Outcome-oriented -- results-focused with strong performance culture
- Stable -- traditional, stable, strong processes
- People-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focused
- Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative
Benefit Conditions:
- Waiting period may apply
Work Remotely:
- No
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Under the umbrella of Acreage Holdings, a national leading cannabis firm, The Botanist in Sterling, MA has a need for a full-time Compliance Manager. Acreage Holdings is the largest vertically integrated, multi-state owner of cannabis licenses and assets in the U.S. We deeply believe in the transformational power that cannabis has to heal and change the world. Our mission is to champion and provide access to cannabis' beneficial properties by creating the best quality products and experiences.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Coordinates with the Director of Plant Operations and General Manager to implement all standard operating procedures (SOPs) in relation to state regulations and CCC compliance for both the dispensary and production facilities.
- Remains abreast of relevant industry-related and state-mandated laws and regulations, analyze their impact and make recommendations to operations and management.
- Develops collaborative relationships with MA CCC representatives and regulators.
- Identifies potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; develops/implements corrective action plans for resolution of problematic issues and provides general guidance on how to avoid or deal with similar situations in the future. This includes providing guidance to management on implementing policy and/or process changes to comply with new and/or changes to regulations.
- Collaborates with others in operations to develop policies, procedures and communications encouraging employees to report violation of company policies and/or government regulations such as, potential selection of third-party vendor(s).
- Leads internal audits to ensure compliance and minimize risks.
- Collaborates with Security Manager, Dispensary Manager, and Director of Plant Operations to identify risks, ensure compliance to OSHA regulations and ensure loss prevention methods comply with privacy and other applicable laws. This includes working with the Acreage Corporate Compliance Team to implement training programs to ensure compliance.
- Oversee the administration, maintenance, and accuracy of all required reports, documentation and equipment.
- Oversees any recall and/or health/public safety issues. This includes reporting to government agencies, developing communication to dispensaries and/or consumers, working with the management team to develop a corrective plan.
- Respond to management inquires and requests and resolve issues in a timely, friendly and efficient manner.
- Coordinate the security and logistics protocols surrounding the logistics and successful delivery of product.
- Evaluates participation in community events and other marketing efforts for risks. Also ensures marketing activities comply with federal and/or state regulations.
- Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor.
- Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.
Basic Qualifications:
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience in compliance, regulatory affairs and/or risk management.
- Bachelor's Degree in related field preferred
- Experience in cannabis industry strongly preferred.
Additional Qualifications:
- Work history showing progressive responsibility, willingness to accept additional projects and challenges
- Excellent time-management skills; ability to effectively plan and prioritize
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
- Present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
- Define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and develop solutions. Interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
- Proficiency in using word processing software; spreadsheet software; and e-mail systems. Knowledge of the Internet and client relationship management software is also required. Must have knowledge of accounting, inventory management, and manufacturing software.
- Must have excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, strong project management skills, the ability to maintain confidentiality; the ability to work independently and in a team environment; and knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations in the cannabis industry strongly preferred.
- Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude
- Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices
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POSITION: Grower
DEPARTMENT: Growing
REPORTS TO: Grower Manager
JOB SUMMARY:
Assist in managing all the production crops at LOF to ensure quality salable products using the most effective and economical growing methods. Assist in development and dissemination of the appropriate growing and propagation processes and techniques. Assist in training employees in WPS and MSDS standards. Assure greenhouse facility and equipment is maintained and functional.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1) Maintain propagation ideals and growing schedules for all LOF production crops to ensure adequate rooting and growth according to customer requirements.
2) Set and monitor watering and fertilization schedules to maintain optimum growth.
3) Maintain mist schedules in the propagation areas.
4) Release product for pinching, harvest, shipment ensuring product meets customer’s valid requirements (i.e. moisture, height, rooting, maturity, insect and disease free, etc.)
5) Communicate quality or scheduling problems to appropriate parties in timely manner.
6) Communicate with others on growing staff as to changes in procedures, crop requirements, assignments for propagators, etc.
7) Monitor employees to ensure all safety rules housekeeping rules and procedures are adhered to.
8) Maintain proper growing environment with use of ARGUS computerized environmental systems in enclosed greenhouses.
9) Ensure schedule for proper maintenance of greenhouses and equipment is followed by growing and maintenance staff.
10) Coordinate with Maintenance Department need for necessary repairs and/or preventative maintenance tasks.
11) Coordinate with Inventory and Production departments as to space utilization, movement of product, availability of product for shipment, etc.
12) Assist in budgeting labor and materials for growing areas.
13) Rotate weekends and holidays for scheduling work for growing staff. Required to wear a radio to be available for problem solving and providing information to staff.
14) Must have good attendance.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
1) Direct supervision of up to three associate growers
2) Participation in Frost Patrol either day or night.
3) Participate in weekend duty.
4) Assign workload to members of growing staff on all shifts.
5) Address employee relation problems. Maintain documentation on employee issues such as attendance, performance issues, corrective action, etc.
6) Conduct one on one coachings as necessary.
7) Conduct performance evaluations of employees under direct supervision.
8) Fill in for other growers in case of illness, vacations, meetings, or other absences.
9) Assist in training of Associate growers, Grower’s helpers, scouts, and spray personnel.
10) Maintain crop records such as pesticide applications, fertilization and watering schedules, etc.
11) Willing to work a varied schedule with overtime, evening, and weekend hours as necessary.
JOB SKILLS REQUIRED:
1) Minimum AA degree/BA degree in Horticulture or related field preferred.
2) Three years in propagating and/or growing experience in container products is desired. A new college graduate will be considered.
3) Current Florida pesticide license required or must obtain one within 60 days of hire.
4) Previous experience with document, database, and spreadsheet computer programs. (Microsoft Programs preferred).
5) Previous experience with computer environmental programs. (Argus Preferred)
6) Effectively demonstrate leadership skills through setting a good role model for others, using interpersonal skills when dealing with difficult matters
7) Ability to effectively communicate using verbal and written communication skills.
8) Ability to coordinate between several departments, using good communication and interpersonal skills. Able to maintain good relationships while taking in account multiple personalities.
9) Ability to maintain confidentiality when dealing with employee issues or in dealing with other supervisors and managers.
10) Ability to analyze and make decisions on best methods while using good judgment.
11) Must be up-to-date on Worker Protection Standard laws.
12) Willingness to adhere to all company procedures, safety and house keeping rules and to effectively communicate these to employees.
13) Bilingual – English/Spanish highly desirable.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Some of the work is completed in a greenhouse environment with temperature extremes and moist, humid conditions. Floors are frequently wet. Walks are uneven and made of concrete or Sand covered with ground cloth. Work is completed between narrow aisles. Some work is with plants grown outdoors under saran and on sand covered with ground cloth. Work will be done in natural weather conditions including hot and cold temperature extremes, rain and wind. When required, wearing of personal protective equipment (i.e. Boots, respirator, Tyvex suits, goggles, gloves, etc.) Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.
If interested please contact:
Stacey L. Santos
Human Resources Manager
Aris Horticulture, Inc.
2201 Owanita Road
Alva, FL 33920
(239)728-2535 Ext. 3133
Job Type: Full-time
Experience:
- Growing: 3 years (Required)
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Location:
- Alva, FL 33920 (Required)
Language:
- English (Required)
Work Location:
- One location
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends required
- Holidays required
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