Post Harvest Technician

Essential Employment Services, Inc; Uxbridge (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Essential Employment Services, Inc. seeks a cannabis post-harvest associate in Massachusetts. You will harvest, dry, cure, trim, and package cannabis flowers with a precise approach to meet high quality standards.

Collaborate with cultivation to ensure seamless transition from grow to post‑harvest while following required regulations. Role requires standing, bending, lifting up to 50 lbs, and meticulous record‑keeping.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to stand, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to follow regulations.
• Good communication and ability to work both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Trim cannabis plants precisely, removing leaves while preserving main colas.
• Maintain cleaning and hygiene in the trimming room to meet safety standards.
• Dry and cure cannabis plants, monitor moisture and flavor profiles.
• Perform quality control inspections and remove any unhealthy plants.
• Collaborate with cultivation team to optimize harvesting schedules.
• Package trimmed cannabis with proper labeling and compliance.
• Maintain and clean equipment to ensure safe operations.
• Document post-harvest activities for regulatory reporting.
• Stay updated on cannabis industry trends and regulations.

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, Dignity in every interaction.


• Best‑in‑Class Performance with Accountability and Care.


• A Culture of Inclusion that Celebrates Diversity and Belonging.


• A 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!

In this role, you will be responsible for a range of tasks including harvesting, drying, curing, trimming, and packaging cannabis flowers. Your keen understanding of cannabis anatomy and your ability to execute precise techniques will result in consistently high‑quality products that meet our stringent standards. You will collaborate closely with the cultivation team to ensure a seamless transition from cultivation to post‑harvest, while adhering to all relevant regulations and guidelines.

Job Responsibilities:

• Trim harvested cannabis plants by precisely removing fan leaves, sugar leaves, and excess water leaves while preserving the main colas.


• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the trimming room to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.


• Dry and cure cannabis plants by efficiently hanging and monitoring drying rooms to achieve optimal moisture content and flavor profiles.


• Conduct quality control inspections to identify and remove any damaged or unhealthy cannabis plants.


• Collaborate with the cultivation team to optimize harvesting schedules and ensure a smooth transition from cultivation to post‑harvest.


• Package the trimmed cannabis flower following company standards, ensuring proper labeling, sealing, and compliance with legal requirements.


• Perform regular equipment maintenance and cleaning to ensure efficient and safe operations.


• Document and maintain accurate records of post‑harvest activities for compliance and reporting purposes.


• Continuously stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and regulations related to post‑harvest activities in the cannabis industry.

Education & Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent


• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including standing, bending, and lifting heavy objects (up to 50 lbs).


• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills to maintain accurate records and inventory management.


• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve plant health issues effectively.


• Willingness to work in compliance with strict security and regulatory requirements.


• Good communication skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

Physical Requirements

• Must have the ability to push, pull, or lift a minimum of 50 pounds if relevant to job duties listed above.


• Must be capable of sitting, squatting, standing, kneeling, bending, or walking throughout the workday.


• Must be capable of working in front of a computer for extended periods of time based on job duties listed above.


• Ability to safely use ladders and step stools to perform job duties.

Exposure to fertilizer, dusts, odors, high heat, low temperature, high and low humidity, high noise levels, vibrations, water, dry salts, allergens, pollen, dust, plant pathogens, other volatile organic compounds, and other environmental variables.

We are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If you have a passion for the cannabis industry and a strong work ethic, we encourage you to submit your application.

Note: This job description outlines the general nature and level of work performed by individuals in this role. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove job duties as deemed necessary.