Full-Time Post Harvest Technician

Ilera Holistic Healthcare; Baker (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Ilera Holistic Healthcare is seeking a Post-Harvest Technician in Louisiana to handle trimming, bucking, drying, and packaging of cannabis products. You will support each stage of the post-harvest flow, ensuring accuracy and adherence to safety and quality standards.

The role requires strong attention to detail, physical stamina, and the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment. Candidates should be at least 21, with a high school diploma or GED, and be compliant with company policies.

Qualifications

• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Self-motivated with a desire to learn and improve.
• Strong mathematical skills with the ability to perform basic calculations.
• Proficient in word processing, spreadsheets, and email.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, changing team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication in English.
• Physical ability to sit, stand, kneel, bend, squat, and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull at least 50 lbs.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply information from manuals and data sheets.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Trim buds and pack dry material with attention to detail and organization.
• Buck and trim plant materials, preparing them for processing.
• Move cannabis through each stage of post-harvest process for smooth transitions.
• Hang plant material to dry and cure following proper procedures.
• Separate and track plant buds, trim, stems, and waste materials.
• Prepare cannabis for transfer to the Processing Department.
• Maintain and operate post-harvest machinery and equipment in good working order.
• Package post-harvest products according to quality standards.
• Transport products to secure inventory areas.
• Contribute to SOP improvements and shift-change communications.
• Follow safe chemical handling and disposal procedures per SOPs and MSDS.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment including cleaning tasks.
• Report unsafe or hazardous conditions to the Trimmer Supervisor.
• Work flexible shifts to complete tasks.
• Maintain personal training documentation as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Motivated to learn

Math skills

Teamwork

English communication

Safety awareness

Reading comprehension

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Email

Job description

Position Description:

The Post-Harvest Technician is responsible for ensuring the proper handling, processing, and packaging of cannabis products after the harvest stage. This position requires attention to detail, organization, and adherence to strict safety and quality standards. The Post-Harvest Technician plays a vital role in maintaining the quality and efficiency of the post-harvest process and supporting the overall production cycle.

Schedule

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

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Trim buds and pack dry material with attention to detail and organization.
• Buck and trim plant materials, preparing them for processing.
• Move cannabis through each stage of the post-harvest process, ensuring smooth transitions.
• Hang plant material to dry and cure, following proper procedures.
• Separate and track plant buds, trim, stems, and waste materials.
• Prepare cannabis for transfer to the Processing Department.
• Maintain and operate post-harvest machinery and equipment, ensuring they are in good working order.
• Package post-harvest products according to quality standards.
• Transport products to secure inventory areas.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of Ilera Holistic Healthcare's Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
• Ensure proper communication of tasks and information during shift changes.
• Follow safe chemical handling and disposal procedures as outlined by SOPs and MSDS.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by performing tasks such as sweeping, mopping, and cleaning.
• Report any unsafe or hazardous conditions to the Trimmer Supervisor.
• Work flexible shifts as needed to complete critical tasks.
• Uphold Ilera Holistic Healthcare's quality and teamwork objectives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain personal training documentation as required.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Self-motivated with a desire to learn and improve.
• Strong mathematical skills with the ability to perform basic calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Proficient in computer programs such as word processing, spreadsheet applications, and email.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, ever-changing team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Physical capability to sit, stand, kneel, bend, squat, and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull at least 50 lbs.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply information from manuals, data sheets, and other documents.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must remain compliant with all company regulations and safety standards.

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Organization:

Ilera Holistic Healthcare is a Louisiana based company which cultivates, processes and packages premium marijuana medicine for the medical marijuana patients of Louisiana. Ilera Holistic Healthcare's mission is to improve the quality of life for the patients we serve by supplying consistent, effective, and safe medical marijuana solutions that provide relief and enhance wellness. We are a curious and continuously learning team that lives our values of integrity, compassion, and community through how we treat other people and ourselves.

Background Check Requirement:

As a condition of employment, a complete background investigation will be conducted based on the laws of Louisiana and the Louisiana Department of Health rules for therapeutic marijuana employment. This will include a criminal background check conducted by a third-party as well as any additional background check which the state may request at their discretion.

EEO Statement:

At Ilera Holistic Healthcare, employees and applicants are evaluated based on their qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. Ilera is committed to assuring equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants.

Ilera is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy or related medical conditions, age, national origin, or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, to include gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and gender identity, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and coworkers.

Disclaimer:

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The list of job responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, and the like is not exhaustive, rather it is illustrative of the current essential functions required for the position.