Cannabis Cultivation Supervisor

Cultivation Supervisor

Location: Ewing, NJ

Company: NJ Nectar

Employment Type: Full-Time

About NJ Nectar

NJ Nectar is a state-licensed cannabis cultivator committed to producing high-quality, safe, and compliant cannabis products for the New Jersey market. We value professionalism, teamwork, collaboration, and attention to detail at every stage of cultivation. We were founded by cannabis industry veterans who are dedicated to correcting some of the realities of working at a modern cannabis company. NJ Nectar is working to create a positive professional experience with a focus on a life/work balance. Join us to create a better, more functional, cannabis cultivation facility in New Jersey.

Position Summary

The Cultivation Supervisor oversees daily cultivation operations and leads cultivation staff to ensure plant health, productivity, and compliance with all company SOPs and New Jersey state regulations. This role is hands-on and requires strong leadership, cultivation expertise, and the ability to operate in a highly regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

· Supervise and support cultivation associates in daily activities including planting, transplanting, pruning, defoliation, trellising, and harvesting

· Ensure all cultivation activities are performed in compliance with SOPs, safety standards, and New Jersey cannabis regulations

· Monitor plant health, growth cycles, yields, and environmental conditions; identify and resolve issues related to pests, disease, or nutrient deficiencies

· Assist with crop planning, scheduling, and execution to meet production targets

· Train, mentor, and evaluate cultivation staff on cultivation techniques, sanitation, safety, and compliance requirements

· Maintain accurate cultivation records, logs, and required state documentation

· Enforce cleanliness, organization, and biosecurity standards throughout the facility

· Collaborate with cultivation management on labor planning, inventory needs, and process improvements

· Lead by example through hands-on work in cultivation rooms as needed

· Perform additional duties as assigned to support cultivation operations

Qualifications

· High school diploma or GED required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree in horticulture, agriculture, biology, or a related field preferred

· Minimum of 2–3 years of cannabis cultivation, horticulture, or commercial agricultural experience required

· Prior supervisory or team lead experience strongly preferred

· Strong working knowledge of indoor cultivation practices, plant nutrition, and environmental controls

· Demonstrated understanding of compliance in a regulated cannabis environment

· Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills

· Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

· Ability to stand for extended periods, perform repetitive tasks, and lift up to 50 pounds

· Ability to work in warm, humid conditions

· Must be 21 years of age or older

· Must be eligible to work in the cannabis industry under New Jersey law and pass required background checks

Schedule & Work Environment

This position is based in an indoor cultivation facility. The schedule may include weekends, holidays, or extended hours based on production and operational needs.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is competitive and based on experience. Benefits and advancement opportunities may be available for full-time employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NJ Nectar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination or other applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000 - $65,000