Trim Tech I (Cannabis Cultivation)

Parallel; Woonsocket (RI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k enrollment

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Employee discount

Job summary

Parallel, a leading cannabis brand under the NETA umbrella, is seeking a Trim Technician I in Franklin, MA. You will join the Harvest Department, transforming harvested cannabis into premium products while adhering to state regulations and company policies.

This role offers hands-on cultivation experience, teamwork in a fast-paced setting, and clear paths for growth within one of the country’s largest multi-state cannabis companies.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work independently when required.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Wet trim approximately 15-25 harvested cannabis plants daily.
• Assist with dry trimming, de-sticking, bucking, and post-harvest processing.
• Follow all NETA policies, procedures, and Massachusetts cannabis regulations.
• Meet daily and weekly production goals established by department leadership.
• Inspect plant material to ensure quality and consistency standards are maintained.
• Work collaboratively with a team of 8-16 Trim Technicians.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work environment.
• Properly clean and sanitize tools and equipment.
• Accurately complete assigned tasks with attention to detail and efficiency.
• Support additional Harvest Department needs as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Follow instructions

Repetitive tasks

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Location: Franklin, MA

Schedule & Hours: Monday through Friday7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Grow Your Career with Parallel - Join One of Massachusetts' Leading Cannabis Brands with NETA

Are you passionate about plants, agriculture, and being part of a fast‑growing industry? NETA is seeking a hardworking, dependable, and team‑oriented Trim Technician I to join our Harvest Department in Franklin, Massachusetts. As an essential part of our cultivation operation, you'll help transform freshly harvested cannabis into premium products that meet our industry‑leading quality standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy hands‑on work, thrive in a team environment, and want to build a career in the rapidly growing cannabis industry.

NETA is one of the renowned retail brands under the Parallel umbrella, one of the largest multi‑state cannabis companies in the country. At Parallel, we are pioneering a new paradigm of well‑being through cannabis. As one of the largest multi‑state cannabis companies in the United States, we operate across Florida (Surterra Wellness), Massachusetts (NETA), and Texas (Goodblend). If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment, enjoy hands‑on work, and want to grow with a company that's shaping the future of the industry, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

Wet trim approximately 15-25 harvested cannabis plants daily

Assist with dry trimming, de‑sticking, bucking, and post‑harvest processing

Follow all NETA policies, procedures, and Massachusetts cannabis regulations

Meet daily and weekly production goals established by department leadership

Inspect plant material to ensure quality and consistency standards are maintained

Work collaboratively with a team of 8-16 Trim Technicians

Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work environment

Properly clean and sanitize tools and equipment

Accurately complete assigned tasks with attention to detail and efficiency

Support additional Harvest Department needs as assigned

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work independently when required
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks for extended periods

Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced team setting

Preferred Qualifications

• Six (6) months or more of cannabis, agricultural, greenhouse, horticulture, nursery, or cultivation experience
• Previous experience working in a production or manufacturing environment
• Passion for plant science and commercial cultivation

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly without assistance
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, and reach throughout the workday
• Comfortable working in varying environmental conditions, including heat, humidity, and cooler temperatures
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
• Ability to climb ladders and work safely around cultivation equipment
• Comfortable working in an environment with exposure to plant materials, pollen, dust, odors, fertilizers, and varying indoor climate conditions

Working in a cultivation and production environment

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity for career growth within one of the nation's leading cannabis companies
• Benefits and Perks: Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Employee discount, 401k enrollment, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Pet Insurance, and more!
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Gain hands‑on experience in large‑scale commercial cannabis cultivation
• Help shape the future of a rapidly growing industry

Disclaimer:

Parallel reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this job description. Your employment with Parallel is a voluntary one and is subject to termination by you or Parallel at will, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time. Nothing in this document shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment‑at‑will status of Parallel associates.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique.

NETA Pay Range

$15 - $19.13 USD