Cultivation Supervisor

Jimmy Jazz; Lake Elsinore (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Monthly product samples

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Phat Panda in Lake Elsinore, CA is seeking a hands-on Cultivation Supervisor to lead crews in our agriculture department, overseeing day-to-day plant care, production pacing, and staffing across cultivation rooms, genetics R&D, and tissue culture areas.

You bring 1+ year of supervisory or lead experience in production and proficiency with Word and Excel; duties include opening/closing shifts, coaching leads, and maintaining reports.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 or older
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• At least 1 year in a production or processing facility, supervisory or lead capacity
• Comfortable with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Track record of delegating work, coaching a team, and holding people accountable to standards
• Clear, written communication across shifts
• Sound judgment under time pressure and ability to explain reasoning

Responsibilities

• Open and secure the cultivation facility at the start and end of each shift
• Assign daily and weekly tasks to crew members and track attendance, breaks, and production rates
• Coach and train crew members and hold Leads accountable for delegating tasks and maintaining standards
• Build and maintain production tracking sheets and submit end-of-shift reports
• Monitor inventory levels and request supply replenishment as needed
• Review production data to spot trends, then partner with department Leads to coach performance gaps
• Confirm equipment is used correctly, kept clean, and properly maintained
• Communicate handoff notes clearly to the next shift's leadership
• Partner with management on performance conversations, disciplinary actions, and scheduling or staffing changes
• Conduct performance reviews for Leads and crew members
• Flag staffing needs to management and help coordinate backup coverage
• Support Research & Development projects as assigned
• Keep the workspace clean and organized and hold the team to the same standard
• Stay current on company communications via email, Basecamp, and Telegram
• Take on additional duties as needed

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Judgment

Microsoft Word

Excel

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

• Location 31877 Corydon Rd #120,Lake Elsinore, CA, 92530,United States
• Base Pay $22.00 - $24.00 / Hour
• Employee Type FT (Non-Exempt)
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others Yes

Lake Elsinore, CA | Phat Panda

Location: Lake Elsinore, CA

Pay: $22–$24/hour, DOE

Department: Cultivation / Agriculture

Employment Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Varies; includes opening/closing shift coverage

Reports To: Grow Manager / Director of Propagation

ABOUT THE ROLE

Phat Panda is looking for a hands‑on Cultivation Supervisor to lead crew members across our Agriculture Department in Lake Elsinore. You'll oversee day‑to‑day plant care operations, keep production on track, and help develop the team working in our cultivation rooms, genetics R&D, and tissue culture areas. This is a great fit for someone who already has a season or two of production‑floor leadership under their belt and wants to keep building a career in licensed cannabis cultivation.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Open and secure the cultivation facility at the start and end of each shift
• Assign daily and weekly tasks to crew members and track attendance, breaks, and production rates
• Coach and train crew members and hold Leads accountable for delegating tasks and maintaining standards
• Build and maintain production tracking sheets and submit end‑of‑shift reports
• Monitor inventory levels and request supply replenishment as needed
• Review production data to spot trends, then partner with department Leads to coach performance gaps
• Confirm equipment is used correctly, kept clean, and properly maintained
• Communicate handoff notes clearly to the next shift's leadership
• Partner with management on performance conversations, disciplinary actions, and scheduling or staffing changes
• Conduct performance reviews for Leads and crew members
• Flag staffing needs to management and help coordinate backup coverage
• Support Research & Development projects as assigned
• Keep the workspace clean and organized and hold the team to the same standard
• Stay current on company communications via email, Basecamp, and Telegram
• Take on additional duties as needed

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Age: Must be 21 or older
• Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience: At least 1 year in a production or processing facility, ideally in a supervisory or lead capacity
• Software: Comfortable working in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Leadership: Track record of delegating work, coaching a team, and holding people accountable to standards
• Communication: Able to read and follow written procedures and clearly communicate updates across shifts
• Judgment: Sound decision‑making under time pressure and the ability to explain your reasoning

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Regularly stand or sit for extended periods performing repetitive tasks; lift/carry up to 10 lbs
• Frequently walk, reach, talk, and hear throughout a shift
• Occasionally climb, stoop, crouch, crawl, or carry up to 25 lbs
• Clear vision at 20+ feet, with or without corrective lenses, and the ability to distinguish colors

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Exposure to humid conditions, bright lighting, and periods of heat
• Regular exposure to moderate-to-loud noise levels
• Occasional exposure to general workplace hazards
• Exposure to dust, fumes, or vapors typical of a cultivation environment

WHY JOIN PHAT PANDA

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid time off
• Monthly employee product samples
• Room to grow with a fast-expanding, multi‑state cannabis company

Phat Panda is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable state and local fair chance hiring laws.