Fertigation Supervisor

Curaleaf; Trenton (PA); On-site; USD 51,300 - 62,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Growth Opportunities

Competitive Pay and Benefits

Generous PTO and Parental Leave

401(K) Retirement Plan

Life/Disability Insurance

Referral Bonuses and Product Discounts

Job summary

Curaleaf is seeking a Fertigation Supervisor to oversee irrigation and nutrient strategies at our Webster facility. This role requires ensuring systems are maintained and data collected efficiently. The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience, expertise in regulated cannabis growth, and strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities include developing nutrient plans, working with the growing team, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Benefits include career growth opportunities, competitive pay, and community involvement.

Qualifications

• One year of supervisory experience.
• One year of experience growing cannabis in a regulated facility.
• One year of irrigation, plumbing, or similar experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all irrigation and nutrient feeding requirements are met.
• Develop nutrient programs with the Cultivation Manager.
• Partner with the Cultivation Manager to maintain inventory of chemicals.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Irrigation experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Job description

Job Title: Fertigation Supervisor

Pay: $57,000 per year

Location: Chambersburg, PA

Shift: Monday to Friday, 7:15 AM to 3:45 PM.

Position Summary

The Fertigation Supervisor will ensure all irrigation and nutrient feeding requirements are followed for both sides of the Webster cultivation facility. Responsibilities include installation, maintenance, and repair of irrigation systems, and operation of power equipment and hand tools to install, maintain, and repair irrigation system components such as lines, sprinkler heads, control panels, valves, and pumps.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop nutrient programs with the Cultivation Manager to meet strain‑specific needs.
• Maintain strategy for crop irrigation and feeding schedules.
• Work closely with the growing team to implement and maintain the irrigation plan.
• Partner with the Cultivation Manager to maintain inventory of all chemicals and fertilizers on site.
• Ensure fertilizer concentrate tanks are filled adequately.
• Make daily adjustments to the irrigation schedule.
• Respond to system alarms and diagnose/troubleshoot issues quickly and effectively.
• Take measurements, record data, and observations for all grow rooms.
• Write and execute Standard Operating Procedures related to fertigation.
• Perform regular calibration of nutrient testing instruments.
• Monitor soil moisture content of the crop and obtain water samples for testing.
• Work closely with other supervisors and managers to maintain a healthy, happy, clean, highly productive, and compliant facility.
• Direct employees’ daily tasks.
• Provide leadership to the fertigation team and train team members on new and updated SOPs.
• Drive production goals.
• Streamline processes.
• Ensure tasks are completed safely and per the SOP.
• Communicate laterally with other management staff and with upper management.
• Provide strong leadership to address employee concerns and administer disciplinary action if necessary.
• Approve payroll.
• Provide policy updates.
• Recommend staff members for advancement or promotions.
• Assist with interviews and hiring.
• Work variable shifts to meet business requirements.
• Work occasional weekends and holidays as scheduling requires.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position directly supervises others and makes recommendations concerning selection, termination, performance appraisal, and professional development.

Qualifications

• One year of supervisory experience.
• One year of experience growing cannabis in a regulated facility.
• One year of irrigation, plumbing, or similar experience.
• Ability to comply with established safety standards.
• Experience effectively using computer systems, software, and hardware.
• Must be able to work in a challenging fast‑paced environment while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to train co‑workers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Botany, Agriculture, Ag Business, Environmental Science, Ecology, Soil Science, Horticulture, or a similar field.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk, use hands, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds; occasionally lift up to 100 pounds. The position requires close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less), peripheral vision, and depth perception. The employee may be exposed to dust, pollen, plant pathogens, cleaning solvents such as isopropyl alcohol, loud noises, CO₂ manufacturing procedures, confined spaces, and high‑stress environments.

Pay Transparency

$57,000 per year.

Benefits

• Career Growth Opportunities
• Competitive Pay and Benefits
• Generous PTO and Parental Leave
• 401(K) Retirement Plan
• Life/Disability Insurance
• Community Involvement
• Referral Bonuses and Product Discounts

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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.

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