Cultivation Technician

Mjardin; Dunnville; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the cannabis industry in Dunnville seeks a Supervisor for cultivation operations. This role involves overseeing standard procedures in cannabis cultivation, ensuring safety and productivity, while requiring strong communication skills and relevant experience. The environment may include physical demands and exposure to cannabis plants, making it vital for the candidate to hold a pesticide applicators certificate and be computer literate.

Qualifications

• Experience in a cultivation role with a cannabis Licensed Producer, or relevant education.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Must hold a pesticide applicators certificate.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures related to cannabis cultivation.
• Report any concerns related to plant health promptly.
• Complete core cultivation tasks such as taking cuttings and transplanting.

Skills

Communication

Technical Reading

Computer Literacy

Education

Experience in cannabis cultivation or commercial horticulture

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Teams

Basic MS Excel

Job description

Supervisor: Master Grower, Alternate Master Grower or Company designate

Work Location: On-site, Dunnville, ON

Health Canada Security Clearance Required: No

Hours of Work: 7:00am to 3:30pm (some overtime and flexible hours required)

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Adhere to all relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) related to cannabis cultivation including but not limited to sanitation, post-production, and processing tasks.
• Promptly report any concerns related to the health of the plants.
• Complete core cultivation tasks and duties as required, including:
• Taking cuttings
• Transplanting
• Shucking
• Pesticide applicators certificate and capable of applying pesticides
• Cleaning grow rooms and workstations
• Maintenance, and monitoring of systems
• Responsible for accurately completing appropriate documentation and records as directed by the Master Grower and/or Management.
• Promptly report any deviations from Standard Operating Procedures to Master Grower and/or Senior Management.
• Ensure safe work procedures are being followed and report hazards and unsafe work to the Master Grower, HR or Health of Security.
• Other duties as required.

Job Requirements:

• Experience in a cultivation role with a cannabis Licensed Producer (LP), or relevant education in cannabis cultivation, or experience in commercial horticulture.
• Computer literate, able to effective use email (MS Outlook), MS Word, MS Teams, basic MS Excel.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English; ability to read and comprehend technical documents, such as SOP’s.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Lifting up to 55 lbs. from floor to waist.
• Lifting up to 30 lbs. from waist to shoulders, and above head.
• Lifting up to 20 lbs. above head.
• Bending, crouching, squatting, sitting, pushing, kneeling for extended periods and repeatedly throughout the workday.
• Climbing ladders as required.
• Able to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Working in indoor areas ranging in temperature from 17 degrees Celsius to 30 degrees Celsius.
• Occasional outdoor work all year round.
• Don and doff full-body PPE, wearing full-body PPE at all times while working.
• Working in close proximity to cannabis plants, as well being in direct contact with cannabis plants, which can trigger allergic reactions.
• Working in an environment with a strong cannabis odour.
• Handling/working with chemicals and cleaning supplies.
  
  The Company's efforts to build an inclusive work environment go beyond simply complying with applicable laws. We strive to maintain a working environment that is inclusive of everyone, regardless of culture, national origin, race, color, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, family status, age, veteran status, disability, religion, or other basis protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please contact us at [e-mail].