Post Harvest Tech

AYR Wellness Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

AYR Wellness Inc. in Richmond, Virginia is seeking a Post Harvest Technician to assist in processing cannabis. The role involves handling tasks such as drying, trimming, and ensuring quality standards are met.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a good work ethic. Prior experience in the cannabis industry is preferred, and a high school diploma is required. The position offers exposure to a dynamic environment where making an impact is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong work ethic, reliable, and flexible.
• Experience in the cannabis or agricultural industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in processing of cannabis including drying, trimming, and bucking.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and quality assurance.
• Maintain organized inventory and monitor equipment.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong work ethic

Adaptability/Flexibility

Ability to work in fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Company Description

Ayr Wellness is a leading U.S. multi-state cannabis operator with more than 90 licensed retail locations across Florida, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Ohio, New Jersey, Nevada, and soon, Virginia. We cultivate, manufacture, and sell a broad portfolio of high-quality cannabis products, proudly serving both medical patients and adult-use consumers across our markets.

At Ayr, our strength lies in our people. We’re re-imagining how we work across every part of our business, and we’re looking for builders and doers to roll up their sleeves and help shape what’s next. The cannabis industry is fast-moving, complex, and full of opportunity. Together, we’re not only shaping a company, but also building the future of cannabis. At Ayr you’ll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact while growing your career alongside a company positioning itself for long-term success. For more information, please visit www.ayrwellness.com.

Job Summary

The Post Harvest Technician performs manual labor to assist in the processing of cannabis, including, but not limited to hanging, bucking, drying, destemming, and trimming. The role maintains a sanitary and organized inventory of product, depending upon the detail and thoughtfulness exhibited in this position, primarily the ability to effectively compartmentalize strains, batches, and corresponding numeric values to reduce any confusion or mislabeling.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out all procedures and performing all duties in an efficient manner that also complies with industry regulations, OSHA regulations, Ayr Wellness’s SOPs and all applicable procedures.
• Be willing and able to be cross-trained on and working alongside the remainder of Ayr Wellness’s team with the harvest, drying, trimming, weighing, processing, filling, packaging and any other tasks associated with Ayr Wellness’s broad cannabis product line as needed.
• Ensuring compliance and accuracy involving all product tracking, product security, and product movement procedures.
• Following appropriate control measures to prevent mixing of dissimilar production components while following Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Performing in-process and post-process quality assurance testing and conducting visual inspections to ensure all product meets or exceeds Ayr Wellness’s specifications and patients’ expectations. Such quality assurance work shall include but not be limited to:
• • Recording and monitoring processing conditions to ensure compliance to standard operating procedures.
  • Proper weighing, data recording, and batch tracking throughout process.
  • Monitoring and managing processing equipment supplies and inventory.
  • Monitoring/Maintenance of HVAC systems that control drying operations, including dry steam applications; monitoring temperature and humidity.
  • Experience operating/maintaining high powered electric driven machinery.
  • Processing of cannabis inflorescence in preparation of extraction.
  • Ability to perform Loss on Drying to determine the water content in a flower.
  • Perform daily balance checks and calibrations, and confidently calculate Tare-Weight Gross-Weight.
  • Be willing and able to train future new team members as necessary.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong work ethic, reliable, flexible
• Commitment to producing highest quality work
• Ability to work in a demanding, fast-paced environment, including flexible and/or extended hours as needed

Education

High school diploma/GED

Experience

1-year experience in the cannabis or agricultural industry not required, but preferred

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Attitude)

Adaptable / Flexible - Effectively manages change and adjusts comfortably to new people and processes; multi-tasks and handles ambiguity and stress well while remaining positive; bounces back quickly from challenging situations; asks for help when needed and stays focused on being a force for good.

Working conditions

• The person in this position may be exposed to dust, kief, cleaning chemicals and fumes. Although systems are in place to remove these byproducts, there is still exposure to some degree.
• Frequently works in rooms with bright light where eye protection is required.
• Frequently works in rooms with moderate heat and humidity.
• The person in this position is constantly exposed to moderate background noise due to environmental systems, equipment and fans.

Physical requirements

• Prolonged sitting, standing and / or walking motion/movement will be required throughout the shift.
• Constant movement of hands/fingers and limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination and stamina.
• Frequently ascends/descends a ladder to inspect/maintain plants.
• Occasionally operate power hand tools and other cultivation machinery.
• Must be able to inspect and detect quality deviations and defects.
• Occasional lifting, positioning or moving items up to 50 pounds.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

AYR Wellness is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.