Cultivation Supervisor (Irrigation)

Ayr Wellness•Gainesville, FL

12h

About The Position

Ayr Wellness is a leading U.S. multi-state cannabis operator with more than 90 licensed retail locations across Florida, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Ohio, New Jersey, Nevada, and soon, Virginia. We cultivate, manufacture, and sell a broad portfolio of high-quality cannabis products, proudly serving both medical patients and adult-use consumers across our markets. At Ayr, our strength lies in our people. We’re re-imagining how we work across every part of our business, and we’re looking for builders and doers to roll up their sleeves and help shape what’s next. The cannabis industry is fast-moving, complex, and full of opportunity. Together, we’re not only shaping a company, but also building the future of cannabis. At Ayr you’ll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact while growing your career alongside a company positioning itself for long-term success. For more information, please visit www.ayrwellness.com . Job Summary The Irrigation Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all irrigation and nutrient delivery systems within the cultivation facility. This role ensures optimal plant health, consistent nutrient formulation, accurate irrigation scheduling, and compliance with state regulations. The Fertigation Supervisor leads a team, maintains fertigation infrastructure, and collaborates closely with cultivation and IPM teams to drive yield, quality, and operational efficiency.

Requirements

Must meet age requirement as outlined by state cannabis agencies :
3+ years of commercial cultivation experience (cannabis preferred)
2+ years of fertigation or irrigation management experience.
Experience with irrigation/climate control systems ( priva , trolmaster, Agrus , etc.)
Able to pass all background checks/fingerprinting as required by state cannabis agencies.
Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
Effective time-management skills and ability to multitask.
Two-year degree in a horticultural or agricultural field or demonstrated experience in horticulture or agricultural production.
Familiarity with nutrient formulation software
Priority Setting - Invests their time and others on what's important to deliver business results; quickly and effectively collaborates bringing together the collective intelligence of critical team members and prioritizes what needs to be done to reach the goal; quickly senses opportunities and obstacles in accomplishing a goal; eliminates roadblocks and creates focus that drives success and results.
Relationship Building - Viewed as a truthful individual who shares authentic and constructive feedback in a respectful manner in the spirit of being a force for good; builds mutual respect and trust by listening, learning, and acting with compassion to encourage others in discovering their genius; takes responsibility for mistakes and offers impactful solutions; recognizes personal strengths and weaknesses; seeks and openly welcomes feedback for continuous improvement and personal growth.
Results Oriented - Empowered with the knowledge of their potential this person learns quickly when facing new problems; a relentless and versatile learner, open to change, analyzes successes and failures for continuous improvement, experiments and will try anything to find solutions that support an ecosystem of knowledge; enjoys challenge of unfamiliar tasks, quickly grasps the essence and underlying structure of anything.
Functional/Technical Skill - Possesses functional and technical knowledge and skills to perform at a high level of accomplishment; understands how their job function supports being a force for good
Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking motion/movement will be required throughout the shift.
Constant movement of hands/fingers and limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina.
Constantly position self throughout task at hand.
Frequently ascends/descends a ladder to inspect/maintain plants.
Occasionally operates power hand tools and other cultivation machinery .
Must be able to inspect and detect quality deviations and defects.
Occasional lifting, positioning, or moving items up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

1-3 years’ experience working in an agricultural/horticultural field preferred
Familiarity with nutrient formulation software

Responsibilities

Develop, mix, and manage nutrient formulations based on plant stage and cultivar requirements
Monitor and adjust EC, pH, and runoff metrics to maintain optimal plant health
Create and manage irrigation schedules (vegetative, flowering, and propagation stages)
Maintain accurate nutrient and irrigation logs
Oversee calibration and maintenance of fertigation systems, injectors, pumps, and sensors
Troubleshoot irrigation system issues (clogs, pressure inconsistencies, injector calibration)
Ensure proper operation of automated fertigation software and environmental integration systems
Manage water quality testing and implement corrective measures as needed
Maintain reservoirs, filtration systems, and storage tanks
Supervise and train fertigation technicians
Ensure SOP adherence for nutrient mixing and system sanitation
Promote safe chemical handling and proper PPE use
Coordinate daily tasks and prioritize workload based on cultivation needs
Maintain detailed compliance records in accordance with state cannabis regulations
Track nutrient usage, cost metrics, and inventory levels
Collaborate with cultivation leadership to analyze yield data and optimize feeding strategies
Assist with audits and regulatory inspections
Work closely with Cultivation Manager to adjust feeding programs based on plant response
Coordinate with IPM team to ensure compatibility of nutrient and pest management programs
Partner with Facilities team on water infrastructure and system improvements