Harvest Agent

Renew Cannabis Co.; Lincoln (IL); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Stock options

Employee discounts

Job summary

Cresco Labs is hiring a Harvest Technician in Lincoln, IL to support harvesting and early processing of cannabis products. The role involves precise handling of flower, packaging, labeling, and ensuring adherence to state regulations and Cresco standards.

You'll work in a fast-paced environment, perform manual tasks for extended periods, and maintain strict cleanliness and safety protocols. This position offers competitive pay and a robust benefits package for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in general production, preferably in a regulated field producing for human consumption.
• Ability to remember and adhere to compliance, quality, departmental and human resource guidelines.
• Ability to work in a team setting.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Effective time-management skills and ability to multi-task.
• Ability to sit and perform bud removal with scissors for extended time periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs to torso level.

Responsibilities

• Harvesting and first stages in processing of Cresco Labs' product with focus on quality and appearance.
• Monitor and control dry rooms to optimize flower qualities.
• Weigh and package Fresh/Frozen Flower.
• Buck, weigh, bag/tag/label product for ID.
• Hand select product for optimal size, quality, and appearance.
• Perform repetitive tasks for long periods in varying temperatures.
• Adhere to hygienic and sanitation policies set by Cresco Labs and the State.

Skills

Production experience

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Time management

Attention to detail

Repetitive tasks tolerance

Manual lifting up to 50 lbs

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Cresco Labs is one of the largest public, vertically integrated, multistate operators in the cannabis industry. Our portfolio of in-house cultivated and manufactured brands features some of the highest quality, most awarded and most popular cannabis products in America. With dozens of locations nationwide, our owned and operated Sunnyside® dispensaries provide a welcoming, positive, judgement-free place to shop for anyone at any point on their cannabis journey.
Founded in 2013, Cresco Labs’ mission is to normalize and professionalize cannabis through our passionate employees. As stewards of the cannabis industry, our teams are constantly focused on supporting the needs of our fellow colleagues, consumers, customers, and communities alike. With a focus on Social Equity and Educational Development, our SEEDTM initiative ensures that our company reflects the communities in which we serve, ensuring equal opportunity for all to have the knowledge and resources to work in and own businesses in cannabis.
At Cresco Labs, we aim to revolutionize and lead the nation’s cannabis industry with a focus on quality and consistency of product, and to bring legitimacy to the industry with the highest level of integrity and professionalism.

MISSION STATEMENT

At Cresco, we aim to lead the nation’s cannabis industry with a focus on regulatory compliance, product consistency, and customer satisfaction. Our operations bring legitimacy to the cannabis industry by acting with the highest level of integrity, strictly adhering to regulations, and promoting the clinical efficacy of cannabis. As Cresco grows, we will operate with the same level of professionalism and precision in each new market we move in to.

SCHEDULE

Monday - Thursday, 5:00am - 3:30pm

CORE JOB DUTIES

• Responsible for harvesting and first stages in processing of Cresco Labs' product while ensuring high quality and visual aesthetic.
• Monitor and control dry rooms to optimize specific flower qualities and standards.
• Weigh & package our Fresh/Frozen Flower.
• Buck, weigh, bag/tag/label the product for ID.
• Utilize attention to detail to hand select product for the optimal size, quality, and appearance.
• Perform repetitive tasks for long periods of time – a combination of sitting, standing, moving, and performing vigorous activities in cool and hot temperatures.
• Strictly adheres to hygienic and sanitation policies set by Cresco Labs and the State.

FACILITY CLEANLINESS AND QUALITY CONTROL:

• Perform all assigned duties required to ensure a clean & safe workspace and production facility.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area and equipment at all times.
• Report all quality control issues during harvest to the supervisor immediately.

REPORTS AND DOCUMENTATION:

• Maintain accurate records of product harvested and processed to ensure product identification and quality control.
• Assist Cultivation Team lead with the creation of labels in accordance with the State and standards set by Cresco Labs.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS

• Two years of experience in a general production, preferably a regulated field producing for human consumption. Or, any satisfactory combination of experience and training which clearly demonstrates the ability to perform the above-described duties.
• The ability to remember and adhere to all compliance, quality, departmental and human resource guidelines.
• The ability to work in a team setting.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Effective time-management skills and ability to multi-task.
• Ability to sit and perform bud removal with scissors for extended time periods.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment.
• 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.

In accordance with any local and state compensation laws, the compensation listed is the current estimated range for the position. Final offer details and future compensation may be determined by multiple factors including but not limited to, geographic location, market compensation data, skills, experience, and other relevant factors. For questions about this please discuss with your recruiter during the interview process.

Pay Range

$19.25 - $19.25 USD

BENEFITS

Cresco Labs is proud to offer eligible employees a robust offering of benefits including, major medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(K)-match program, FSA/HSA programs, LTD/STD options, life insurance and AD&D. We also offer eligible employees paid holidays and paid time off. Other rewards may include annual discretionary bonuses, stock options as well as participation in our employee discount program. Benefits eligibility for permanent positions may vary by full-time or part-time roles, location, or position.

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.

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.

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