Post-Harvest Technician - Phoenix

Socket.dev; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Mint Cannabis in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Post-Harvest Technician to support our cultivation operations. You will process large amounts of cannabis flower at various post-harvest stages, ensuring quality and compliance.

The role requires a high school diploma, 1–3 years of production experience, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, or holidays. Training will cover safety and data recording, with emphasis on accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of production or manufacturing experience, ideally in cannabis or a similar hands-on environment.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, weekends, or holidays as needed.
• Must be 21+ and eligible to work in Arizona and obtain an Arizona Facility Agent card.

Responsibilities

• Perform post-harvest processing tasks, including drying, curing, trimming, weighing, packaging, and labeling.
• Collect and record accurate data throughout the post-harvest process.
• Execute fan leaf removal, product inspection, and sanitation of equipment and workspace.
• Hand-trim cannabis flower and/or operate trimming machinery to remove excess plant material.
• Weigh, record, and shred plant waste, adding a non-cannabis medium for compliant disposal.
• Assist with cleaning, organization, and sanitation of production areas.
• Support cultivation team activities in grow areas as needed.
• Work efficiently, maintain consistency, and follow management direction at all times.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Post-Harvest Tech

Reports to: Post-Harvest Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Department: Cultivation
Location: Phoenix, AZ 85085

Position Summary:

We’re looking for a Post-Harvest Technician who has previous experience in cannabis or a manufacturing environment. You will perform post-harvest operations in our production facilities, and you will be processing large amounts of flower at different stages of post-harvest.

Responsibilities:

Daily tasks:

• Perform post-harvest processing tasks, including drying, curing, trimming, weighing, packaging, and labeling.
• Collect and record accurate data throughout the post-harvest process.
• Execute fan leaf removal, product inspection, and sanitation of equipment and workspace.
• Hand-trim cannabis flower and/or operate trimming machinery to remove excess plant material.
• Weigh, record, and shred plant waste, adding a non-cannabis medium for compliant disposal.
• Assist with cleaning, organization, and sanitation of production areas.
• Support cultivation team activities in grow areas as needed.
• Work efficiently, maintain consistency, and follow management direction at all times.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Qualifications:

Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years of production or manufacturing experience, ideally in cannabis or a similar hands-on environment.
• Knowledge of weights, measures, and general production practices.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, weekends, or holidays as needed.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced setting.
• Comfort performing repetitive tasks with precision.
• Must be 21+ and eligible to work in Arizona and obtain an Arizona Facility Agent card.

Physical Requirements:

• Standing for long periods of time
• Exposure to high amounts of cannabis flower

Work Environment:

• The environment can be loud.
• Atmosphere & Pace: Fast-paced post-harvest production environment focused on preserving product quality, maintaining regulatory compliance, and achieving production goals. Team members regularly work around cannabis flower, trimming equipment, drying and curing rooms, packaging materials, and production equipment. Exposure to cannabis odors, plant material, dust, humidity, temperature fluctuations, and repetitive production activities is expected throughout the workday.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Mint Cannabis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Other Duties Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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