Assistant Grower

Since the legalization of recreational Cannabis in October 2018, HEXO Corp has experienced incredible growth. As one of Canada’s top Cannabis companies, we continue to advance in this exciting new industry along with the incredibly talented people we have working on the team.

HEXO Corp creates globally trusted brands of easy-to-use and easy-to-understand cannabis products. HEXO Corp is a serious, business-oriented and socially responsible organization that is building dynamic teams of professionals that aren't afraid to step outside of their role, try new things and challenge the status quo.

If you are excited to take on a new challenge and are open to getting out of your comfort zone, we’re looking for people like you to join the HEXO Corp family.

Assistant Grower

**Roles and responsibilities**:
Under the supervision of the Master Grower, the Assistant Grower will execute the following tasks related to production:

- Perform all growth media tests (Moisture, PH EC)
- Ensure proper irrigation of all plants in the zones of their control.
- Ensure crop work is being done appropriately by the labour teams while they are in their zone.
- Maintain and observe general health of the plants within their zone on a daily basis.
- As needed, effectively scout for insects and diseases. Spot spraying when necessary.
- Fill out all necessary crop paperwork.
- Work with Master Grower and Facilities to ensure irrigation is working as desired.
- Working with the labour teams, ensure all waste is removed from zone by end of day.
- Show initiative with the improvement of their processes, with intention of increasing cannabinoids, yield and terpenes.
- Work with Cleaning and Sanitation to ensure that their Zones are cleaned to a satisfactory level.
- Responsible for the yield, potency, terpenes, and quality of the product coming from their zones.
- In cooperation with other Assistant Grower, ensure that the health of the plants are monitored and kept over the weekends.

**Minimum Requirements**:

- A college diploma in horticulture or related field is required
- 2-3 years of work in the Agricultural industry
- Available to work evening and weekend as required to ensure the health of the plants and quality of product
- Pesticide certification is an asset
- Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
- Ability to use hands repetitively to handle, feel or operate standard office equipment