Cultivation Associate 2 (Packaging)

STATUS: Hourly, Non-Exempt

SUPERVISED BY: Packaging 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

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
  
  

Work Location: In person