Cultivation Lead

Crescolabs; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 26,708 - 38,038; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major medical, dental and vision insurance

401(K)-match program

Paid time off and holidays

Potential annual discretionary bonuses

Stock options and employee discount program

Job summary

Cresco Labs in Fall River, Massachusetts, seeks a Lead Cultivation Agent to oversee cannabis cultivation operations. This role involves leading a team, ensuring compliance, and maintaining plant health.

The ideal candidate should have advanced knowledge of cultivation processes and experience in managing staff. Benefits include health insurance, a 401(K)-match program, and potential bonuses.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience training and mentoring junior staff or new hires preferred.
• Ability to perform job duties in varying weather conditions.
• Requires ability to lift up to 50 lbs to torso level.

Responsibilities

• Manage cultivation staff, schedules, and processes.
• Ensure compliance with state regulations and internal policies.
• Maintain accurate records of cultivation activities.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of plant cultivation and cultivation facility operations

Excellent multi-tasking and organizational skills

Computer literacy in word processing and database management

Knowledge of medical cannabis policy and law

Proficiency in Windows-based software and point of sale applications

Job description

SCHEDULE

Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM.

JOB SUMMARY

The Lead Cultivation Agent works within our on-site cannabis gardens to lead a team of agents in monitoring and maintaining plant production and health. This individual will also oversee quality control measures within the greenhouse to ensure the highest quality products and highest standards of compliance are met, while keeping a keen eye on cleanliness and efficiency of the production area.

CORE JOB DUTIES

Agent Support and Management

• Responsible for managing cultivation staff, schedules, cultivation processes, and inventory.
• Serves as a role‑model and resource for cultivation staff concerning products, services, policies and procedures, industry news, and changes in regulations.
• Responds to all gardener questions, concerns, or suggestions and takes action when necessary to resolve conflicts.
• Responsible for delegating tasks to gardeners and harvest technicians to maintain a compliant and clean cultivation facility.
• Coordinates with the Garden Manager to ensure accurate information is communicated to the cultivation staff.

Cultivation Operation Management

• Oversees all cultivation tasks and processes, ensures proper documentation of all applicable activities in accordance with the State and standards set by Cresco Labs.
• Responsible for measuring and mixing nutrient and plant applications and applying these mixtures according to Cresco Labs policy.
• Ensures plant health by pruning, topping, trimming, analyzing plant health according to Cresco Labs policy, as well as any other tasks required.
• Maintains rotation of strains through garden to ensure variety and quantity for cultivation facility.

Reports and Documentation

• Maintains accurate records of all cultivation activities including inventory records, crop application records, materials receipt, returns, etc. in accordance with the State and standards set by Cresco Labs.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS

• Demonstrated experience training, leading and/or mentoring junior staff or new hires preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of plant cultivation and cultivation facility operations.
• Excellent multi‑tasking and organizational skills; manufacturing experience preferred.
• Computer literacy in word processing, point‑of‑sale systems, and database management.
• Knowledge of medical cannabis policy and law.
• Ability to perform job duties in climates of varying weather conditions.
• Proficiency in Windows‑based software and point of sale applications.
• Requires work around plant material, which could include exposure to plant pollen and/or dust.
• Requires ability to sit, stand, kneel, and/or do repetitive actions with your hands for long periods of time.
• Requires ability to lift up to 50 lbs to torso level.

BENEFITS

Cresco Labs is proud to offer eligible employees a robust benefit package including major medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(K)-match program, FSA/HSA programs, LTD/STD options, life insurance and AD&D. Eligible employees also receive paid holidays, paid time off, potential annual discretionary bonuses, stock options, and an employee discount program. Benefit eligibility may vary by full‑time or part‑time status, location, or position.

PAY RANGE

USD $23.50 – $23.50 per hour.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be 21 years of age or older to apply.
• Must comply with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry.
• The company does not offer employment‑based visa sponsorship for this role or any other position, now or in the future. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without the need for current or future sponsorship at any time.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Cresco Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all applicants will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.