Cultivation Manager

Why NYCANNA LLC?

NYCANNA, LLC, DBA THE BOTANIST is a subsidiary of Canopy USA, LLC, a leading vertically integrated, multi-state operator in the United States cannabis industry. With the transition of Acreage Holdings to Canopy USA, LLC in December 2024, Canopy USA, LLC is now positioned to consolidate operations across its three business units – Wana, Jetty, and Acreage – realizing synergies, cost savings, and supporting growth in state-legal markets across the U.S. Through coverage of key market segments including flower via Superflux, vape and concentrates via Jetty, edibles and beverages via Wana, and retail through The Botanist, Canopy USA, LLC is well positioned to accelerate growth with an emphasis on the Midwestern and Northeastern U.S. markets. As newly formed Canopy USA, LLC, we are building a stronger, more agile organization that will unlock greater opportunities across the growing US cannabis market.

Who you’ll work for (employer’s name): NYCANNA LLC, DBA THE BOTANIST

Our Culture:

Here at Canopy USA, LLC, we believe in people first. We value our people and encourage continuous opportunities to learn, develop, and grow. We pride ourselves in innovation and passion for the cannabis industry.

We are always looking for motivated people who share our vision to join our team. Think you have what it takes? Then come grow with us!

About the Role (job title and summary):
The Cultivation Manager oversees all aspects of the cultivation department, including Irrigation, Propagation (Clone/Seed), Vegetative Growth, Flowering, and Harvest/Trim operations. This role is responsible for ensuring departmental performance, team leadership, crop health, department efficiency, and regulatory compliance. The Cultivation Manager provides strategic oversight while supporting and guiding the Cultivation Supervisors in executing and overseeing daily operations that align with national cultivation standards and production goals. Excellent work environment with a full benefit package offered including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, holidays, pet insurance, and other paid leaves of absence.

How you’ll make a difference (required duties and responsibilities):

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Department Oversight

• Provides direct leadership to the full cultivation department and manages Cultivation Supervisors.

• Manages all phases of the plant lifecycle from seed/clone through harvest and trim.

• Ensures alignment of cultivation practices with company goals, operational standards, and compliance protocols.

• Works cross-functionally with Compliance, Facilities, Production, and other departments to drive continuous improvement.

• Establishes and executes cultivation schedules in coordination with the National Cultivation Manager.

• Coordinates crop steering, IPM, and feeding strategies and pruning/defoliation in accordance with National Cultivation SOP’s.

Leadership & People Management

• Leads the hiring, training, development, and performance management of Cultivation Supervisors, Tech II’s and Tech I’s.

• Drives accountability, cultivates a strong team culture, and aligns teams with national cultivation values and production objectives.

• Facilitates daily/weekly meetings with supervisors and ensures clear communication of expectations and updates.

• Provides mentorship and support to supervisors in managing teams of Tech II’s and technicians.
• Partners with HR and National Cultivation leadership on succession planning, disciplinary matters, and workforce forecasting.

Cultivation Operations

• Oversees and reviews crop health data, environmental metrics, feed schedules, and pest/disease trends.

• Develops and enforces adherence to SOPs across all phases of cultivation.

• Validates that corrective actions are timely, effective, and well-documented.

• Ensures proper execution of IPM plans, crop pruning, and canopy management at each stage of growth.

• Drives data collection and accuracy in plant care logs, equipment logs, fertigation records, cloning reports, etc.

• Oversees departmental readiness for audits and regulatory inspections.

• Leads coordination and communication of harvest schedules, staffing, and workflows with Trim and Post-Harvest teams.

General oversight and scheduling for Processing department

• Harvest scheduling and oversight
• Dry/Cure oversight
• Weekly schedule for and oversight of all processing operations including but not limited to: spearing, bucking, trimming, sorting, bulk storage.
• Oversight of Fresh Frozen bio-mass destined for extraction
  
• Oversight of bulk dried bio-mass destined for extraction
  
• Oversight and scheduling of staff in processing department.
• Oversight of processing room cleanliness and compliance.

Technical and Administrative Functions

• Contributes to cultivation strategy including yield planning, genetic selection, and long-term improvements.

• Manages inventory levels of cultivation materials and coordinates purchasing needs.

• Collaborates with the National Cultivation Manager on departmental KPIs, budget adherence, and capital planning.

• Ensures software systems and digital platforms are being utilized correctly across the cultivation operation.

• Participates in site-specific planning, facility upgrades, and expansion initiatives.

• Maintains and improves the Cultivation Operations Manual and SOPs in partnership with national leadership.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate or Bachelor's degree in horticulture, agriculture, plant science, biology, or related field preferred.

• 4 years of professional experience in commercial cannabis or horticulture production.

• 2 years of leadership or management experience in a cultivation or production environment.

• Demonstrated knowledge of plant biology, IPM, crop steering, fertigation, and cannabis cultivation best practices.

• Competency in Excel, cultivation software platforms, and digital task management tools.

• Strong organizational, time management, and leadership skills.
• Proven ability to lead multiple teams and drive performance across departments.

Additional Qualifications

• Familiarity with local and state cannabis regulations preferred.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and compliance at all times.

• Passion for quality, consistency, and innovation in cannabis cultivation.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Perks & Benefits:

• Full suite of medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid parental leave
• 401 (k)
• Paid Time Off
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee life insurance and supplemental life
• Spouse and child life and ADD&D
• Pet insurance
• FSA and HAS available

• Based on eligibility.

Schedule:

• This role requires daily on-site attendance for a minimum of 40 hours per week. Work schedules may be adjusted as needed to support business operations.**

**Subject to change as business needs.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be requested to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to work quickly but efficiently, while maintaining the integrity of the product.
• Light to moderate lifting of up to 50 lbs; heavier weights with assistance.
• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Repetitive use of hands, arms, and fingers; ability to handle delicate plant material and tools with precision.
• Must adhere to the Syracuse facility general hygiene requirements.
• Capacity to stay focused on the task at hand.
  
• Ability to work in a humid and pollinated environment.

DISCLAIMER: This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to confirm or be interpreted as a comprehensive summary of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

E-Verify Participation Notice

This Employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

What is E-Verify? E-Verify is an internet-based system that compares information from and employee’s Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.

Code of Conduct:

All employees are expected to represent Company values and maintain the standards contained in the Code of Conduct.

NYCANNA LLC is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or protected Veteran status. We appreciate your interest in Prime Wellness of Pennsylvania. If you need assistance with completing an online application due to a disability, please send a request to HRTeam@acreageholdings.com. Please be sure to include “Accommodation Request” in the subject line.