Cannabis Cultivation Specialist - IPM & Plant Health

Verano; Somerville (NJ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Verano is seeking a Cultivation Specialist to provide on-site support across gardens in our cannabis facility. You will help maintain crop health from propagation to pre-harvest, ensure quality control, and adhere to SOPs and safety standards.

In this full-time role, you will collaborate with Cultivation Managers, assist with plant management, sanitation, and log updates, and be prepared to support other cultivation and harvest teams as needed to meet production goals.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years’ experience in cultivation or related role.
• Able to follow detailed instructions and perform repetitive tasks.
• Positive attitude and ability to work in a team.
• Willing to learn facility equipment safety procedures.
• Must be 21+ and able to register with state cannabis commission.
• Must comply with industry laws and policies.

Responsibilities

• Support plant management, fertilization, and health monitoring in grow rooms.
• Clone, trim, prune, top, and train plants as directed.
• Monitor quality control per state/local laws.
• Maintain clean, safe work environment in facility.
• Update cultivation logs with nutrient applications.
• Cross-train and support other cultivation/harvest teams as needed.
• Report system discrepancies to Cultivation Manager.
• Inspect plants for diseases, pests, and mold.
• Follow plant scheduling to project needs.
• Track plants from clone to harvest in the system.
• Adhere to SOPs and company policies.
• Regularly clean cultivation equipment and tools.
• Operate and maintain facility equipment safely.
• Contribute to productivity improvements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Verano is seeking a Cultivation Specialist to provide on-site support across gardens in our cannabis facility. You will help maintain crop health from propagation to pre-harvest, ensure quality control, and adhere to SOPs and safety standards.

In this full-time role, you will collaborate with Cultivation Managers, assist with plant management, sanitation, and log updates, and be prepared to support other cultivation and harvest teams as needed to meet production goals.