Cannabis Cultivation Specialist — Grow & QC Expert

Verano; Somerville (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Verano is seeking a Cultivation Specialist to provide on-site support across multiple grow rooms in our cannabis cultivation facility. You will help manage plant health, sanitation, and quality control from propagation to pre-harvest, following SOPs and regulatory requirements.

You may be cross-trained to assist other teams, ensure accurate plant scheduling, and maintain detailed cultivation logs using our track-and-trace system, contributing to safe, compliant production.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-3 years' experience in a related position.
• Able to follow detailed instruction and capable of performing repetitive tasks.
• Must have a positive attitude and work well with others in a team environment.
• Willing to learn about, operate and maintain facility equipment in a safe manner.
• Comfortable with heights, soil and water, and tight spaces.
• Ability to safely climb, squat, bend, twist, kneel and stand for at least 8 hours per day, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be 21 years of age or older, and able to successfully register with the state's cannabis commission as an agent.
• Must comply with all laws, regulations, and policies associated with the industry.

Responsibilities

• Support plant management, fertilization, insect and disease monitoring, sanitation, and overall plant growth, health, and appearance in the grow rooms.
• Clone, trim, prune, top and train plants as directed by the Cultivation Manager.
• Monitor and maintain quality control measures in accordance with State and local laws.
• Adhere to company policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment within the facility and production areas.
• Immediately inform Cultivation Manager of any system discrepancies.
• Visually inspect plants for any diseases, deficiencies, insects, and mold, reporting concerns to management for remediation.
• Follow plant scheduling to accurately project plant need.
• Catalogue, track, and organize plants from clone-to-harvest using our track and trace system.
• Work within company continuous improvement system and strive to increase productivity.
• Regularly clean cultivation equipment and tools, including light reflectors, containers, and ventilation equipment.
• Document and update cultivation logs with nutrient and/or substance application to any plants within the facility.
• Provide support to additional cultivation and harvest teams as needed to achieve facility production goals.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Follow detailed instructions

Team oriented

Attention to safety

Education

High school diploma / GED

Job description

Verano is seeking a Cultivation Specialist to provide on-site support across multiple grow rooms in our cannabis cultivation facility. You will help manage plant health, sanitation, and quality control from propagation to pre-harvest, following SOPs and regulatory requirements.

You may be cross-trained to assist other teams, ensure accurate plant scheduling, and maintain detailed cultivation logs using our track-and-trace system, contributing to safe, compliant production.