Post Harvest Associate

Position Summary

As a Post-Harvest Associate, you are the final team member to ensure the production of quality products. You will handle the transition of cannabis from living plant to packaged products for sale. This role requires a meticulous eye for detail, a steady hand, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of hygiene and compliance. Whether you are bucking, trimming, or packaging, your work directly impacts the visual appeal and potency of the final flower. Our post harvest team is essential to our success.

Key Responsibilities

· Harvesting & Breakdown: Assist in the efficient breakdown of whole plants, including hanging, bucking (removing buds from stems), and prepping material for the drying process.

· Trimming: Perform precision hand-trimming to remove fan leaves and crow’s feet, ensuring every bud meets the brand's aesthetic standards.

· Curing & Monitoring: Monitor environmental conditions in drying rooms; rotate and burp storage containers to ensure an even thorough cure.

· Quality Control: Identify and report any signs of mold, pests, or suboptimal flower to the management team immediately.

· Waste Management: Accurately track and record all plant waste in accordance with state-mandated seed-to-sale tracking systems (e.g., METRC).

· Sanitation: Maintain a sterile environment by cleaning tools (scissors, trays) and deep-cleaning workspaces daily to prevent cross-contamination.

· Packaging: Assist in weighing, labeling, and sealing finished products for wholesale or retail distribution.

Qualifications

· High school diploma or GED preferred

· Prior experience in cannabis cultivation, horticulture, agriculture, or greenhouse work preferred but not required

· Ability to follow detailed instructions and standard operating procedures

· Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

· Ability to work in a fast-paced, regulated environment

· Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks

· Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and 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 operational needs.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is competitive and based on experience. Benefits and growth 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.

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20