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Cultivation Technician (Cannabis)

Canopy USA

Middlefield, OH

$17/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago


Job description

Why Greenleaf Gardens?

Greenleaf Gardens

is a subsidiary ofCanopy USA, LLC, a leading vertically integrated, multi-state operator in the United States cannabis industry. With the transition of Acreage Holdings to Canopy USA, LLC in December 2024, Canopy USA, LLC is now positioned to consolidate operations across its three business units – Wana, Jetty, and Acreage – realizing synergies, cost savings, and supporting growth in state-legal markets across the U.S. Through coverage of key market segments including flower via Superflux, vape and concentrates via Jetty, edibles and beverages via Wana, and retail through The Botanist, Canopy USA, LLC is well positioned to accelerate growth with an emphasis on the Midwestern and Northeastern U.S. markets. As newly formed Canopy USA, LLC, we are building a stronger, more agile organization that will unlock greater opportunities across the growing US cannabis market.

Who you’ll work forGreenleaf Gardens:

Our Culture:

Here at Canopy USA, LLC,we believe in people first. We value our people and encourage continuous opportunities to learn, develop, and grow. We pride ourselves in innovation and passion for the cannabis industry.

We are always looking for motivated people who share our vision to join our team. Think you have what it takes? Then come grow with us!

About the Role(Cultivation Technician):

Reporting into the Cultivation Manager, the Cultivation Technician provides the daily care and focused attention necessary to produce clean, potent, safe medicine for our patients. The successful candidate will possess a passion for horticulture and a willingness to continually learn more about the subject. This entry-level position offers the opportunity to learn and grow with the company from the ground up, and to take on increasing levels of responsibility over time. This is a full-time 40 hour/week position.

The Cultivation Technician is responsible for contributing to all or most aspects of plant production including propagation, watering, pruning, trellising, defoliating, monitoring, and harvesting of plants. Other tasks such as transplanting, moving plants, Data collection and entry, making fertilizer solution, irrigation system management, cleaning and sanitation of grow rooms and equipment, and other tasks as assigned may also be responsibilities of the Cultivation Technician.

How you’ll make a difference(required duties and responsibilities):

  • Responsible for the daily care of medicine from seed/clone to harvest; monitoring environmental factors to maximize production and prevent failures; and maintaining the highest levels of cleanliness and sanitation inside the cultivation area.

  • Implement daily feeding & care schedule as directed by Cultivation Manager

  • Maintain consistency and discretion when pruning crops at various

  • Maintain consistency, uniformity and accuracy when repotting crops at various

  • Routine visual inspection of plants to identify any pests/deficiencies and reporting findings to Cultivation Lead

  • Crop propagation to meet inventory requirements as determined by Cultivation Lead

  • Maintains accurate records of reservoirs, equipment and other crop related logs assigned by Cultivation Lead

  • Accurately scans inventory into designated location(s)

  • Proper usage, maintenance and storage of all tools and equipment, including but not limited to: shop vacuums, pumps, hoses, carts, fiskars, scissors, loppers, stools, gloves, rags, and goggles.

  • Completes daily and periodic cleaning tasks as assigned. Daily cleaning consists of sweeping and spot mopping all areas on the cultivation floor and loading area

  • Proper disposal of waste at the end of each day

  • Assists in completing other secondary cultivation tasks at the direction of the Cultivation Lead according to company

  • Maintains a clean, safe environment inside the cultivation

  • Other duties as needed

Skills to be Successful(minimum qualifications):

  • High school diploma or equivalent. Associate degree in horticulture, agriculture, biology, chemistry, or related field preferred

  • Minimum 1 year of experience in horticulture, botany, or related field preferred

  • Knowledge of basic computer & office equipment operations (inventory systems; Word; Excel; office equipment such as copiers/telephone systems)

  • Math required for inventory, projections, and excellent time-management skills

  • Ability to effectively plan and prioritize, maintain confidentiality, and work effectively as part of a team

Perks & Benefits:

  • Full suite of medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • Paid parental leave.

  • 401 (k)

  • Paid Time Off

  • Short Term and Long-Term Disability

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Employee life insurance and supplemental life

  • Spouse and child life and ADD&D

  • Pet insurance

  • FSA and HSA available.

*Based on eligibility.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be requested to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Must be able to work quickly but efficiently, while maintaining the integrity of the product.

  • Light to moderate lifting of up to 50 lbs; heavier weights with assistance.

  • Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time.

  • Repetitive motions and understanding of lab equipment.

  • Must wear company-provided lab coats, hair/beard nets, gloves, surgical masks and safety glasses/ goggles/ splash shield, while working in the lab.

  • Must adhere to facility general hygiene requirements.

  • Capacity to stay focused on the task at hand.

DISCLAIMER: This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to confirm or be interpreted as a comprehensive summary of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

**E-Verify Participation Notice

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This Employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

What is E-Verify? E-Verify is an internet-based system that compares information from and employee’s Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.

Code of Conduct:

All employees are expected to represent values and maintain the standards contained in the Code of Conduct.

Greenleaf Gardensis an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or protected Veteran status. We appreciate your interest inGreenleaf Gardens.If you need assistance with completing an online application due to a disability, please send a request to HRTeam@acreageholdings.com. Please be sure to include “Accommodation Request” in the subject line.

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