Cultivation Associate

Company: Columbia Care
Location: Leominster
Posted on: May 7, 2022

Job Description:

A Cultivation Technician is responsible for cannabis plant care in all stages of growth not limited to but including germination, propagation, vegetative stages, flowering and harvest. The Technician journals, monitors and tracks all observations in the companys software tracking system in compliance with 105 CMR 725.105 (G)(3) & (4).Major Areas of Responsibility include:Clone, transplant, water, fertilize, prune, trellis, defoliate, inspect for pathogens, identify toxicities and deficiencies, top, bud, and low stress train cannabis plants.Completing all accompanying paperwork and input this information into the software tracking system ensuring compliance with 105 CMR 725.105 (G)(3) & (4).Cleaning or sterilizing all associated equipment used in the cultivation process as well as the grow rooms, transplant, wash, and general storage areas.Observe, record and report information to the supervisory team about plant growth, pathogens, and environmental disturbances.Maintain tools in accordance with sanitation standards and in acceptable condition for best practices with the plants.Salary$17 - $18 USD per hourRequired SkillsMinimum Qualifications (Skills, Knowledge & Abilities):Working knowledge of medical and recreational cannabis industry.Working knowledge of general plant physiology and biology, cannabis specific knowledge is a plus.Ability to work in hot humid conditions on concrete for long periods of time, standing, walking around, and preforming manual labor associated with plant care.Knowledgeable on regulations related to the Medical Use of Marijuana Program.Experience with inventory control methods.Strong interpersonal skills including listening, and communication.Ability to take direction, comprehend, and complete tasks as assigned in a timely manor.Excellent written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills.Ability to develop strong relationships and experience working with senior level executives.Ability to build and maintain positive relationships in order to gain support and achieve results both internally and externally.Ability to exercise sound judgment and problem solving.Ability to organize and prioritize work.Desired SkillsFour year college degree; 1-3 years horticultural experience or in a related fieldExperience working in a regulated cannabis cultivation facilityAbout Columbia CareColumbia Care is one of the largest and most experienced cultivators, manufacturers and providers of cannabis products and related services, with licenses in 18 U.S. jurisdictions and the EU. Columbia Care operates 130 facilities including 99 dispensaries and 31 cultivation and manufacturing facilities, including those under development. Columbia Care is one of the original providers of medical cannabis in the U.S. and now delivers industry-leading products and services to both the medical and adult-use markets. In 2021, the company launched Cannabist, its new retail brand, creating a national dispensary network that leverages proprietary technology platforms. The company offers products spanning flower, edibles, oils, and tablets, and manufactures popular brands including Seed & Strain, Triple Seven, gLeaf, Classix, Plant Sugar, Press, Amber and Platinum Label CBD. For more information on Columbia Care, please visit www.col-care.com.BenefitsRecognized for its comprehensive benefits, ongoing training opportunities and commitment to diversity, equity inclusion both internally and with external vendors, Columbia Care has earned a spot on mg Magazines Americas Top Cannabis Industry Employers list.Columbia Care Inc. has a full suite of benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, generous PTO plans and a 401K with a generous company match for all full-time employees.Equal opportunity employerColumbia Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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