Cultivation Supervisor

Essential Employment Services, Inc; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Team culture

Cannabis industry experience

Job summary

Essential Employment Services, Inc. is seeking a Cultivation Supervisor to oversee the cannabis cultivation process at our NJ facility.

You will lead a team of cultivation technicians, implement planting, watering, feeding, and harvesting plans, and ensure compliance with all regulations. The role requires 3+ years in cannabis cultivation with leadership experience, strong knowledge of SOPs, nutrient management, pest control, and environmental control.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in cannabis cultivation with leadership experience.
• Knowledge of cloning, propagation, pest and disease control.
• Strong genetics understanding and environmental factors.
• Experience with SOPs and compliance documentation.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced facility.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of cultivation technicians with guidance and training.
• Implement and maintain cultivation plans, including planting, watering, feeding, and harvesting schedules.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal cannabis regulations and reporting.
• Monitor environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, light, ventilation) in grow rooms.
• Coordinate with cultivation operations, inventory, and quality control to meet production schedules.
• Inspect plants for pests, disease, and nutrient deficiencies; take corrective action.
• Operate and maintain cultivation equipment (irrigation, lighting, HVAC, fertilization).
• Implement and follow SOPs for cloning, transplanting, pruning, and harvesting.
• Monitor plant inventory and movements; maintain growth-stage records.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices; propose improvements.
• Collaborate with managers to develop cultivation strategies and KPIs; report to management.

Skills

Cultivation

Leadership

SOPs

Environment control

Pest control

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Nutrient management

Inventory management

Plant health monitoring

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Horticulture or related field degree preferred

Tools

Irrigation systems

Lighting systems

HVAC systems

Job description

Who We Are

At our core, we believe in the power of unity and purpose. Together, we stand to produce safe, affordable, and sustainable products that enhances the well-being of all, including medical patients and adult-use communities.

Our mission is to drive responsible growth across every link of our value chain, expanding both vertically and horizontally through innovation, efficiency, and integrity. With a focus on multi-state operations, we're committed to creating meaningful impact for our customers, employees, and communities.

We are guided by our core values, which define how we work and who we are:

• Mutual Trust, Respect, and Dignity in every interaction.
• Best-in-Class Performance with Accountability and Care.
• Culture of Inclusion that Celebrates Diversity and Belonging.
• Winning Team Built on Integrity, Collaboration, and Purpose.

Together, we are shaping a responsible and sustainable future - one rooted in quality, compassion, and shared success.

What You’ll Do!

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Cultivation Supervisor to join our team. As the Cultivation Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing and guiding the cultivation process at our facility.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of cultivation technicians, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure the highest quality of plant care and cultivation.
• Implement and maintain cultivation plans, including schedules for planting, watering, feeding, and harvesting.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations related to cannabis cultivation, including documentation, tracking, and reporting.
• Monitor and maintain optimal environmental conditions such as temperature, humidity, light, and ventilation within grow rooms.
• Coordinate with other departments, such as cultivation operations, inventory management, and quality control, to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to production schedules.
• Conduct regular inspections of plants, checking for signs of pests, disease, nutrient deficiencies, or other issues, and take appropriate corrective measures as necessary.
• Operate and maintain cultivation equipment, such as irrigation systems, lighting systems, HVAC systems, and fertilization systems, ensuring proper functioning and timely repairs or maintenance.
• Implement and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all cultivation processes, including cloning, transplanting, pruning, and harvesting.
• Monitor and manage plant inventory, including tracking plant growth stages, maintaining records, and managing plant movements within the facility.
• Stay abreast of industry developments, trends, and best practices in cultivation techniques, genetics, nutrients, and technologies, and make recommendations for improvement.
• Collaborate with cultivation managers and executives to develop and implement effective cultivation strategies, goals, and targets.
• Provide regular reports on cultivation activities, including key performance indicators (KPIs), to management, highlighting areas of success and improvement.

Education & Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; degree in horticulture, botany, agriculture, or related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in cannabis cultivation, including experience in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Comprehensive knowledge of cannabis cultivation techniques, including cloning, propagation, pest and disease control, nutrient management, and harvesting.
• Strong understanding of plant genetics, plant health, and environmental factors affecting plant growth.
• Familiarity with cultivation facility operations, including irrigation systems, lighting systems, HVAC systems, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to make decisions in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.