Cultivation Technician

TerrAscend • Boonton, NJ

13d • Onsite

About The Position

TerrAscend is seeking a full-time Cultivation Technician to carry out day-to-day assignments associated with the cannabis crop production cycle at its on-site Boonton, New Jersey facility. The role executes indoor cultivation production tasks according to company Standard Operating Procedures and production schedules. Work includes monitoring plant and environmental conditions, maintaining records in the state-mandated electronic tracking system, harvesting plants, and cleaning and sanitizing grow rooms. During peak periods, preparation and packaging of cannabis products, including processed products, is also expected.

The position involves working tactically and on a tight schedule as part of a diverse team. The technician must follow state compliance requirements, security and safety protocols, and standard operating procedures. The role may require standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting and moving items weighing up to 50 pounds, remaining on one's feet for extended periods, and repetitive hand or arm movements, with or without reasonable accommodation. A state-specific background investigation is a condition of employment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Meet all state requirements.
• Ability to execute techniques accurately and consistently.
• Good documentation, inventory, and organizational skills.
• Ability to keep to a tight schedule.
• Excellent punctuality and attendance.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively.
• Self-motivation to learn and improve.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude.

Nice To Haves

• Horticulture experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Propagate plants by cutting and sticking clones; care for and maintain clones; water and feed them; and monitor and maintain the Clone Room and Mother Room environment.
• Ensure proper plant labeling, inventory tracking, reporting, and record-keeping in the state-mandated electronic tracking system.
• Monitor, review, and report on environmental factors affecting plant growth, including light, temperature, medium moisture, humidity, and plant nutrition, to ensure compliance with quality control standards.
• Inspect crops for pests and disease and implement Integrated Pest Management best practices as directed.
• Monitor and care for plants during vegetative and generative growth, including transplanting, defoliating, pruning, staking, plant structure training, watering, and feeding.
• Monitor climate control systems and pest and disease pressure, and enter inventory data in the state-mandated electronic tracking system.
• Harvest plants; break down and defoliate harvested plants; weigh them and enter inventory data; clean and sanitize grow rooms; organize harvested plants in designated dry rooms; and monitor drying, curing, and climate control systems.
• Prepare and package cannabis products, including processed products, during peak times.
• Monitor, calibrate, troubleshoot, operate, and maintain lighting, irrigation, and climate control systems.
• Stock, organize, and handle production inputs, supplies, and materials.
• Clean and sanitize growing areas, cultivation workspaces, and tools.
• Ensure daily compliance with state requirements, security and safety protocols, company policies, and standard operating procedures across production areas.
• Perform other tasks assigned by Management.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible team members.
• 401(k) savings opportunities.
• Paid time off and company holidays for eligible team members.
• Learning and development opportunities and opportunities to build a career across the organization.
• Team member discounts and additional employee recognition and support programs.
• Resources and programs focused on overall well-being.

What This Job Offers

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