Grow Technician

The Grow Technician, under the direction of the Supervisor, Flower, is primarily responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, processing and harvesting of cannabis plants. This position will properly trim and prune the cannabis plants while adhering to strict organization policies, as well as the cleaning and sanitation of all equipment and facilities to ensure a safe and clean work environment as well as the safety and quality of our products.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Trim and prune cannabis plants for plant maintenance and cannabis production
- Transfer plants as needed throughout the growth and production process
- Detect and report all plant health and pest problems to Supervisor, Cannabis
- Adhere to growing schedules and report deviations from established procedures to lead grower
- Clean and sanitize work area as required
- Assist in waste destruction according to operating procedures
- Responsible for harvesting cannabis plants
- Operating shucking and trimming equipment safely within standard operating procedures
- Monitor drying rooms, including temperature and humidity levels
- Perform data entry and complete records
- Assist in weighing and transporting cannabis throughout the production process
- Package and label processed product
- Assist other departments as required, including trim and prune cannabis plants for plant maintenance and cannabis production, transfer plants, detect, report, and control all plant health and pest problems
- Adhere to growing schedules and report deviations from established procedures to Supervisor, Harvest
- Adhere to all occupational health and safety regulations
- Operates table wash machine in greenhouse to ensure that benches and trays are clean and sanitized according to our standard operating procedures
- Use approved chemicals to clean and disinfect equipment and surfaces
- Disassemble, sanitize, and reassemble equipment
- Clean and sanitize general production areas, trim room, drying rooms, shipping and receiving areas
- Work closely with QA to achieve the desired level of sanitation to prevent contamination or alteration of product, packaging material, contact and non-contact surfaces
- Accurately complete all applicable documentation such as cleaning & sanitizing records and logs
- Other duties as assigned
ROLE REQUIREMENTS/ABILITIES

Experience / Education
- High school diploma/GED
- Cannabis or greenhouse industry experience would be considered an asset
- Horticulture or Agriculture experience would be considered an asset
- Experience in Pharmaceutical, Food, Cannabis, GPP or CPG industry/ facility is considered an asset
Skills & Abilities
- Strong written & verbal communication skills with ability to comprehend detailed instructions
- Ability to prioritize and manage conflicting demands
- Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time
- Ability to work individually as well as part of a team
- Demonstrated time management skills
- Knowledge of cannabis plant composition is an asset
- High level of integrity and work ethic
- Must have own transportation as we are not on a public transportation route
Physical Demands
- See Physical Demands Analysis for this role for details
Working Conditions
- Constant exposure to the smell of cannabis
- Flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Shift schedule is 4 days/ week
- Using manual dexterity repetitively
- Extended periods of stooping, bending, kneeling, standing, and walking
- Lifting, moving, or manipulating objects up to 20 kgs
- Overtime as required
**Shift Time: Sunday
- Wednesday 6:15 AM - 4:45 PM OR Wednesday-Saturday 6:15 AM- 4:45 PM**

Note: The chosen applicant will be required to successfully complete reference checks and a criminal background check.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $18.00 per hour

Additional pay:

- Overtime pay

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Stock options
- Vision care
Schedule:

- 10 hour shift