Post Harvest Technician

Essential Employment Services • Tucson, AZ

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About The Position

The Post Harvest Technician performs post-harvest cannabis processing, including harvesting, drying, curing, trimming, and packaging cannabis flowers. The role requires precise handling informed by an understanding of cannabis anatomy to produce consistently high-quality products that meet company standards. The technician collaborates with the cultivation team to support an effective transition from cultivation to post-harvest and follows applicable regulations and guidelines.

The position also includes maintaining a clean and hygienic work area, inspecting product quality, caring for equipment, packaging and labeling flower, and keeping accurate compliance and activity records. Applicants should be comfortable working in a physically demanding environment and adhering to strict security and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including standing, bending, and lifting objects up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to push, pull, or lift a minimum of 50 pounds when relevant to job duties.
• Ability to sit, squat, stand, kneel, bend, or walk throughout the workday.
• Ability to work in front of a computer for extended periods based on job duties.
• Ability to safely use ladders and step stools.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills for accurate records and inventory management.
• Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify and resolve plant health issues.
• Willingness to comply with strict security and regulatory requirements.
• Good communication skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Trim harvested cannabis plants by removing fan leaves, sugar leaves, and excess water leaves while preserving the main colas.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the trimming room in accordance with health and safety standards.
• Hang and monitor cannabis plants in drying rooms, and dry and cure them to achieve optimal moisture content and flavor profiles.
• Inspect product quality and identify and remove damaged or unhealthy cannabis plants.
• Coordinate with the cultivation team on harvesting schedules and the transition from cultivation to post-harvest.
• Package trimmed cannabis flower according to company standards, including proper labeling, sealing, and legal compliance.
• Perform regular equipment maintenance and cleaning to support efficient and safe operations.
• Document and maintain accurate records of post-harvest activities for compliance and reporting.
• Stay current on industry trends, best practices, and regulations related to cannabis post-harvest activities.

What This Job Offers

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