Cultivation Associate 2

STATUS: Hourly, Non-Exempt SUPERVISED BY: Sr. Cultivation Manager SUPERVISES: None JOB CAN BE PERFORMED REMOTELY: No LOCATION: 700 McColley St, Milford DE 19963 JOB REQUIRES TRAVEL: No JOB SUMMARY The Cultivation Associate 2 is responsible for performing two of the following positions: Harvest, Curing or Packaging. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENT · Should be available to work varied hours and days, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime. · The grow rooms can be loud due to pumps, AC, ventilation fans, etc. · Will be in constant contact with plants and water/nutrient solutions. · Work can be stressful and may include dealing with equipment failure, temporary power loss, and other distracting issues. · Work can be tedious, and repetitious in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment. · Work can become stressful due to meeting deadlines and quotas. · Work involves daily exposure to allergens such as marijuana, tree nuts and coconut oil. · Work is performed in a busy marijuana production facility including but not limited to grow rooms, drying rooms, curing rooms, and packaging rooms. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (ONLY THOSE APPLICABLE TO THE ONE POSITION) Harvest · All tasks otherwise assigned by Management. · Coordinates transfer of products to the inventory department at the close of the workday in conjunction with management. · Cuts down harvest-ready plants in grow room(s). · Identifies any undesirable plant anomalies including but not limited to pest infestation, microbial contamination, mold, or pollen/seed formation. · Maintain accurate counts of all marijuana products and supplies. · Maintains a clean workspace including vacuuming and sweeping of dry/cure room. · Maintains a log of harvested plants including identifying barcode strain and room number. · Maintains chain of custody of plants from harvest to the beginning of the curing process. · Perform light maintenance on cultivation equipment and fixtures. · Perform rough and fine cuts of harvested plants. · Transport harvested plants from the grow rooms to the dry/cure rooms. · Trim plants both by hand, and mechanical trimming machine Curing · All tasks otherwise assigned by Management. · Coordinates transfer of products to the inventory department at the close of the workday in conjunction with management. · Identifies any undesirable plant anomalies including but not limited to pest infestation, microbial contamination, mold, or pollen/seed formation. · Maintain accurate counts of all marijuana products and supplies. · Maintains a clean workspace including vacuuming and sweeping of dry/cure room. · Maintains chain of custody of plants from harvest to the beginning of the curing process. · Maintains environmental control of dry/cure room, including temperature and relative humidity. · Perform light maintenance on cultivation equipment and fixtures. · Utilize machinery for the separation of marijuana bud to achieve at minimum two quality levels, premium and standard. Packaging · All tasks otherwise assigned by Management. · Coordinates transfer of products to the inventory department at the close of the workday in conjunction with management. · Label products with barcodes using proper placement. · Lifting product boxes and moving them to their designated location. · Maintain accurate counts of all marijuana products and supplies. · Maintains a clean workspace including vacuuming and sweeping. · Measure and weigh quantities of medicine. · Package medicine in a variety of tamper-proof containers. · Report any equipment failures, issues, and problems to supervisor. · Trim plants both by hand, and mechanical trimming machine. · Work additional hours as needed. REQUIRED PHYSICAL DEMANDS · Must be able to bend, stoop, reach, stretch, stand, or walk for long periods. · Must be able to endure extreme lighting conditions for extended periods of time. · Must be able to engage in tedious and repetitive tasks. · Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at a time. · Must be able to operate machinery including but not limited to sealers, labelers, and scales. · Must be able to sustain exposure to extreme noise for extended periods of time. · Must be able to tolerate strong smells/odors for extended periods of time. · Must be able to use a computer. · Must be able to use scissors for extended periods of time. · Must be able to withstand coldness and dryness for extended periods of time. · Must be able to withstand high heat and humidity for extended periods of time. · Must be able to work with marijuana plants for up to ten hours a day. · Must be prepared to experience regular physical exposure to wet conditions. · Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate trimmers, shears, instruments of measure, measuring cups, etc. · The normal range of hearing & eyesight is required (can be corrected) REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES · Ability to adhere to and follow strict policies, SOPs, and guidelines. · Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in all situations with coworkers and supervisors. · Ability to multi-task many diverse types of workloads in a hectic environment. · Ability to solve practical problems and operate a computer and radio. · Ability to work under pressure without losing composure. · Adaptability & flexibility. · Basic computer literacy skills. · Problem-solving skills. · Professionalism & ethics skills. · Teamwork & collaboration skills. · Time management skills. · Verbal & written communication skills. · Willingness to learn. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE High School diploma or equivalent required. A degree or experience in a similar and/or related field is preferred. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $15.50 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Holidays Monday to Friday Overtime Weekends as needed People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Ability to Relocate: Milford, DE 19963: Relocate before starting work (Preferred) Work Location: In person