Cultivation Associate, Harvest

Curaleaf; Avondale (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay and Benefits

Generous PTO and Parental Leave

Life/ Disability Insurance

Community Involvement

Referral Bonuses and Product Discounts

Job summary

Curaleaf in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Cultivation Associate, Harvest to support harvesting and post-harvest processing of cannabis plants. You will help maintain quality, compliance, and operational efficiency in a fast-paced team environment.

The role requires attention to detail, basic math, and the ability to work early shifts (5:00am–1:30pm). Previous harvest experience is a plus, and the company offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience harvesting plants in a professional or similar setting is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Harvest cannabis plants by cutting, trimming, and removing flowering material according to procedures.
• Weigh, label, and track harvested product with accurate inventory records.
• Assist with drying and curing activities and prepare products for next processing stage.
• Inspect harvested material for quality and remove material not meeting standards.
• Follow state regulations and company procedures to ensure accurate product tracking and compliance.

Skills

Harvesting experience

Attention to detail

Team player

Organizational skills

Basic math skills

Education

High school diploma / GED

Job description

At Curaleaf, we’re redefining the cannabis industry with a strong commitment to quality, expertise, and innovation. As a leading global cannabis provider, our brands—including Curaleaf, Select, and Grassroots—offer premium products and services in both medical and adult-use markets.

Join us at Curaleaf to be part of a high-growth, purpose-driven company that champions corporate social responsibility through our Rooted in Good initiative, supporting community outreach and positive change. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, drive innovation, and help shape the future of cannabis.

Title: Cultivation Associate, Harvest
Pay Rate: $16.00/hr
Location: Phoenix, AZ | Latham St
Job Type: Full Time | Non-Exempt
Shift: Monday-Friday | 5:00am - 1:30pm

Who You Are:
You're excited to be part of the harvest process and take pride in producing high-quality cannabis products. You enjoy hands-on, detail-oriented work and thrive in a fast-paced team environment. With a strong work ethic and commitment to quality, you'll play an important role in ensuring harvested plants are processed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with company and regulatory standards.

What You’ll Do: As a Cultivation Associate, Harvest at Curaleaf, you'll support the harvesting and post-harvest processing of cannabis plants while helping maintain quality, compliance, and operational efficiency. Your day-to-day will include:

• Harvesting cannabis plants by cutting, trimming, and removing flowering material according to established procedures
• Weighing, labeling, and tracking harvested product while maintaining accurate inventory records in the electronic tracking system
• Assisting with drying and curing activities, including hanging, dry-racking, monitoring environmental conditions, and preparing products for the next stage of processing
• Inspecting harvested material for quality and removing any product that does not meet company standards
• Following state regulations and company procedures to ensure accurate product tracking and compliance
• Cleaning and sanitizing harvest areas, tools, equipment, and workstations to maintain a safe and organized work environment
• Supporting packaging and processing teams during high-volume periods as needed
• Working closely with team members and leadership to meet daily harvest and production goals

What You’ll Bring:

• Experience harvesting plants in a professional, agricultural, horticultural, landscaping, or home-gardening setting preferred
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Reliable organizational and documentation skills
• Basic math skills and the ability to accurately weigh and record product quantities
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Even Better If:

• Previous cannabis harvest or post-harvest experience
• Familiarity with cannabis compliance requirements and inventory tracking systems
• Experience working in agriculture, horticulture, food production, manufacturing, or other production environments

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods of time (8-10 hours per shift)
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and occasional lifting of heavier items with assistance
• Frequent and repetitive use of hands and wrists for extended periods of time
• Repetitive bending, squatting, and reaching
• Ability to climb ladders or step stools to access plants or equipment
• Ability to use required PPE when required, such as masks, hair nets, beard covers, respirators, boot covers, scrubs, non-slip shoes, and Tyvek suits as necessary

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to environments with high humidity, varying temperatures, and strong odors (such as cannabis)
• Exposure to soil, water, fertilizer, dust, pollen and plant pathogens
• Exposure to cleaning solvents, such as high volumes of isopropyl alcohol
• Exposure to loud noises, including but not limited to air compressors, packaging equipment, and alarms
• Exposure to CO2 manufacturing procedures at OSHA approved CO2 levels

$16 - $16 USD

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay and Benefits
• Generous PTO and Parental Leave
• Life/ Disability Insurance
• Community Involvement
• Referral Bonuses and Product Discounts

Benefits vary by state, role type, and eligibility.

Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (TSX: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf") is a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis with a mission to enhance lives by cultivating, sharing, and celebrating the power of the plant. As a high-growth cannabis company known for quality, expertise and reliability, the Company, and its brands, including Curaleaf, Select, Grassroots, Find, and Anthem provide industry-leading service, product selection and accessibility across the medical and adult-use markets. Curaleaf International is powered by a strong presence in all stages of the supply chain. Its unique distribution network throughout Europe, Canada and Australasia brings together pioneering science and research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction and production. Home | Curaleaf | Cannabis with Confidence

Our Vision:To be the world's leading cannabis company by consistently delivering superior products and services and driving the global acceptance of cannabis.

Our Values:

• Lead and Inspire.
• Commit to Win.
• ONE Curaleaf.
• Driven to Deliver Excellence.

Curaleaf is an equal opportunity employer. Curaleaf recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Individuals adversely impacted by the war on drugs are encouraged to apply.

Current Curaleaf employees should apply for open positions through our Internal Job Board, which can be accessed via the link on The Leaf.

***Please note that U.S. immigration rules and regulations are governed by federal law; not state law. Although Curaleaf operates in states that have legalized and decriminalized marijuana, it is still considered a controlled substance under federal regulations and thus illegal under federal law. For this reason, unless and until federal law changes, Curaleaf is prohibited from offering sponsorship for any non-immigrant or immigrant visas.

***Please also note that while candidates who are Lawful Permanent Residents (such as those with Green Cards) are eligible for employment with, and are hired by Curaleaf, working for a company engaged in a business that grows and sells a product that is illegal under federal law might compromise the candidate’s immigration status. Before a Lawful Permanent Resident accepts an offer of employment, Curaleaf recommends that the candidate seek the advice of an immigration lawyer.

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