Post-Harvest Manager

Powell River Educational Services Society; Powell River; On-site; CAD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

Meridian’s post-harvest team in Powell River, British Columbia, is seeking a dedicated team lead to manage staff performing post-harvest activities, ensuring quality and regulatory compliance.

As Post-Harvest Manager you will supervise 8–12 trimmers, train new staff, track performance in Meridian’s system, maintain sanitary facilities, and enforce Cannabis Act standards while supporting a growing, compliant operation.

Qualifications

• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Willingness to learn and open to feedback.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively.
• Willingness to work in physically demanding, repetitive tasks.
• Commitment to regulatory compliance and quality standards.
• Previous experience in cannabis cultivation or related agricultural setting not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 8-12 trimmers to maximize throughput, while maintaining quality standards, under the guidance of senior operations staff.
• Train new trimming staff on Meridian’s methods, providing constructive feedback to correct poor technique.
• Accurately track operational performance utilizing Meridian’s data collection system.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary working environment by performing regular cleaning and sanitation activities in post-harvest rooms and other areas.
• Keep clothes and shoes worn on-site separate from outdoor clothing; laundry is performed on-site.
• Communicate effectively with team members, ensuring tasks are completed and seeking direction when needed.
• Strictly adhere to and enforce all regulatory requirements under the Cannabis Act and Regulations, and company SOPs.

Skills

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Communication

Willingness to learn

Regulatory compliance

Job description

Location: Powell River/qathet Regional District

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm

Salary Or Wage: $20 to $30 per hour

Start Date: As soon as possible

Job Type: Full Time

List of Requirements

• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada
• Previous experience in cannabis cultivation or a related agricultural setting is not required
• A willingness to learn and an open mind to feedback
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Willingness to work in a physically demanding environment and perform strenuous, repetitive tasks as needed
• Commitment to upholding the highest standards of quality and compliance with regulatory requirements

List of Duties

• Manage a team of 8-12 trimmers to maximize throughput, while maintaining quality standards, under the guidance of the senior operations staff.
• Train new trimming staff on Meridian’s methods, providing constructive feedback when necessary to correct poor technique.
• Accurately track operational performance utilizing Meridian’s data collection system.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary working environment by performing regular cleaning and sanitation activities in post-harvest rooms and other areas.
• Keeping a strict separation of clothes and shoes worn on-site from clothing worn outdoors. Laundry is performed on-site for site specific clothing.
• Communicate effectively and in a timely manner with team members, ensuring tasks are completed and seeking direction when needed.
• Strictly adhere to and enforce all regulatory requirements under the Cannabis Act and Regulations, as well as the company’s Standard Operating Procedures.

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented team lead to join the Meridian 125W Team at our Health Canada licensed cannabis cultivation facility in Powell River, British Columbia. As Post-Harvest Manager, you will play a crucial role in the day-to-day management of staff assigned to post-harvest activities, ensuring the highest quality and compliance with all regulatory requirements.

We offer a competitive compensation package and the opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing and innovative industry. If you are passionate about cannabis cultivation and committed to excellence, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Wage is negotiable depending on experience.