Cultivation Technician

Cultivation Technician

Northeast Alternatives is a growing, award-winning, seed-to-table cannabis retail brand specializing in the highest quality cannabis products Massachusetts, Michigan and New Jersey has to offer. Constantly focused on developing and ingenuity, NEA strives to achieve this by adding skilled and motivated team players. These goals are met by seeking out diverse, talented individuals to further the company's mission and provide unique and new ideas. As the business continues to grow, our team will continue to grow, allowing us to be the best in our specialized market. If you are motivated, eager to learn, dedicated, flexible and excited about joining an incredible industry, Northeast Alternatives is the perfect place to be!

Location: Kalkaska, MI

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm

Job Description:

The Cultivation Technician works as part of a 10-15 person team to maintain a full-cycle, indoor Cannabis Production Facility in Kalkaska, MI. This role assists in daily operations related to growing and harvesting cannabis. 

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Implement our existing, robust cultivation SOPs, including cloning, transplanting, feeding, defoliating, topping, applying preventative sprays, disposing green waste, and scouting the crop/plants
• Learn and execute a successful Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategy 
• Track environmental factors and record data to provide to management
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment 
• Perform water, media, and solution sampling and testing procedures 
• Adhere to industry standards and waste disposal procedures set forth by regulatory agencies
• Maintain accurate daily activity records and operation logs as directed using designated software 
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and management 
• Contribute to a fun, team-oriented, and challenging work environment that is innovative and pioneering
• Contribute to already-existing operations and processes to improve work-flow, efficiency, and provide constructive feedback and recommendations
• Comply with all HR policies
• Perform other duties as requested

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to make it to work on time
• Ability to learn new processes and technologies quickly
• Ability to plan ahead, trouble-shoot, anticipate problems, and problem solve 
• Able to follow directions and ask questions as needed
• Knowledge of large-scale commercial plant cultivation, including nutrient requirements, mediums, light requirements, temperature control, air flow, etc. is preferred
• Prior knowledge of soil and hydroponic growing methods including micronutrients, beneficial bacteria, and nutrient implementation, as well as pH, PPM, and EC counts is preferred
• Knowledge of container systems with soil and hydro, as well as understanding temperature and humidity manipulation is preferred
• Knowledge of plant diseases, insects and fungi, as well as plant treatment options is preferred

Education and Experience:

• Must already possess or be able to qualify to work in the Michigan Cannabis industry and be 21 years of age or older with no felonies or violent crimes 

Physical Requirements:

• Performing the following physical tasks: sitting, standing, stooping, stretching, walking, bending, twisting, reaching, performing repetitive motions, and carrying boxes 
• Performing manual labor
• Standing for extended periods of time
• Sitting for extended periods of time
• Walking long distances and traveling up flights of stairs
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis, up to 75 lbs. occasionally

Perks/Benefits:

• Employee Discount
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Training
• Free Uniform
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

The Ideal Candidate:

• Has Cannabis Cultivation Experience

Northeast Alternatives/Sapura has a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and aspires to be reflective of the diverse communities we serve. We aim to attract and hire qualified candidates who hold these same values, provide diverse perspectives, and contribute to creating a workplace where all employees experience a sense of belonging.

Northeast Alternatives/ Sapura is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, Veteran status, and/or any other characteristic protected by state, federal and local laws. In addition to federal law requirements, NEA/Sapura complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all of our locations. EEO M/F/D/V

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.