Cultivation Specialist

Verano•Bridgewater Township, NJ

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cultivation Specialist provides on-site support to multiple gardens within a cannabis cultivation facility. The role maintains quality-control measures and supports crop health and safety throughout the plant life cycle, from propagation to pre-harvest. Cultivation Specialists may be cross-trained and asked to support other departments to meet business needs. The position involves plant care, monitoring and documenting cultivation activities, maintaining equipment and a safe work environment, and supporting cultivation and harvest teams. Work is performed in a warehouse environment and may involve changing temperatures and humidity, exposure to pollen, dust, dander, and other natural elements, and occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts and electrical-shock risk.

Requirements

Minimum 1–3 years of experience in a related position.
Able to follow detailed instructions and perform repetitive tasks.
Positive attitude and ability to work well with others in a team environment.
Willingness to learn about, operate, and maintain facility equipment safely.
Comfortable with heights, soil and water, and tight spaces.
Ability to safely climb, squat, bend, twist, kneel, and stand for at least 8 hours per day, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Must be 21 years of age or older and able to successfully register with the state’s cannabis commission as an agent.
Must comply with all laws, regulations, and policies associated with the industry.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Previous experience in a regulated production facility, such as food, beverage, or CPG.
Basic knowledge of plant structure and horticulture.

Responsibilities

Support plant management, fertilization, insect and disease monitoring, sanitation, and overall plant growth, health, and appearance in grow rooms.
Clone, trim, prune, top, and train plants as directed by the Cultivation Manager.
Monitor and maintain quality-control measures in accordance with state and local laws.
Follow company policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Maintain a clean and safe working environment within the facility and production areas.
Immediately inform the Cultivation Manager of system discrepancies.
Visually inspect plants for diseases, deficiencies, insects, and mold, and report concerns to management for remediation.
Follow plant scheduling to accurately project plant needs.
Catalogue, track, and organize plants from clone to harvest using the track-and-trace system.
Work within the company continuous-improvement system and strive to increase productivity.
Regularly clean cultivation equipment and tools, including light reflectors, containers, and ventilation equipment.
Document and update cultivation logs with nutrient and/or substance applications to plants within the facility.
Support additional cultivation and harvest teams as needed to achieve facility production goals.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.