Cultivation Lead - GrowHealthy (Lake Wales)

iAnthus Capital • West Lake Wales, FL

107d • $18

About The Position

As a Cultivation Lead on our Flower team, you assume a key role in overseeing and managing the cultivation process within our production facility. Your primary responsibility is to lead and coordinate cultivation activities, ensuring adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs), regulatory guidelines, and quality standards. You'll supervise and guide cultivation technicians, delegating tasks, providing training, and ensuring the cultivation team operates efficiently. Your role involves hands-on participation in cultivation tasks, including planting, watering, feeding, pruning, and harvesting plants, while also monitoring plant health and environmental conditions.

Requirements

• Must be twenty-one (21) years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must consent to a criminal background check.
• A minimum of one year in the cannabis industry and six months' experience working in the specific area of this role is required.
• Experience in operations production/manufacturing environment is highly preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of cannabis cultivation, strains, and growth cycles is required.
• A minimum of one year in a leadership/supervisory role is required.
• Strong knowledge of environmental factors affecting plant growth, such as light, humidity, and temperature is required.
• Strong attention to detail to monitor plant health, identify issues, and implement corrective measures.
• Advanced knowledge of state-specific cannabis laws and regulatory compliance is non-negotiable.
• Ability to work independently or with others, coordinate multiple tasks, and prioritize work effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, adept at fostering relationships and collaborating seamlessly across all levels of the company and with external partners.
• Meticulous organizational skills with acute attention to detail.
• Proficient in both oral and written communication.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in operations production/manufacturing environment is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day tasks involved in cannabis cultivation, including planting, watering, feeding, pruning, and harvesting plants.
• Oversee and support the daily workflow of the assigned area(s).
• Monitor plant health, identifying and addressing issues such as pests, diseases, or nutrient deficiencies.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and ensure compliance with local regulations and laws governing cannabis cultivation.
• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and hygiene standards within the cultivation area.
• Monitor and adjust environmental factors like temperature, humidity, and lighting to optimize plant growth.
• Operate and maintain cultivation equipment such as lighting systems, irrigation, and ventilation systems.
• Maintain accurate records of cultivation activities, including plant growth, treatments, and environmental conditions.
• Abide by Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) as outlined by the United States Department of Agriculture.
• Collaborate with cultivation team members to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and effectively and coordinate waste disposal according to the established policies and procedures and ensure it is properly stored.
• Communicate any observations, issues, or improvements in the cultivation process to supervisors or relevant personnel.
• Adhere to safety protocols and procedures, ensuring a safe working environment for yourself and team members.
• Assist in quality control processes, including following quality standards and monitoring and assessing plant quality throughout the cultivation cycle.
• Participate in training programs and stay updated on industry best practices to enhance cultivation techniques.
• Propose improvements or optimizations in cultivation methods to improve efficiency and yield.
• Follow and implement the company’s core values including respect, diversity, sustainability, research, and service.
• Adhere to iAnthus' cultural principles of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 12 Days of Paid Time Off
• Ten Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, and Transit Benefits
• Employer Paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Product Discounts
• Ability to work in a growing company where your talents and skills can have a positive impact.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED