Cultivation Technician I

Flower Section Grower

Mayflower Medicinals, Inc (MMI) is part of a larger, well-capitalized network of companies brought together to support best-in-class licensed cannabis cultivators, processors and dispensaries throughout the United States. We are a patient first focused organization providing top quality medical cannabis in a compassionate, warm environment. We aim to be an employer of choice and as such offer a robust compensation package including competitive salary, full medical benefits, and employee discounts!

Summary

The Flower Grower reports directly to the Cultivation Manager and is responsible for all tasks in their assigned areas within the Cultivation Facility.

Benefits

• · Employee discount
• · Paid Time off and company holidays
• · Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account
• · Fully Paid Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
• · Transit Benefits and Dependent Care Benefits
• · Paid parental leave
• · Employee Assistance Program and Company Wellness Program

Key Responsibilities

• · Assisting in irrigation, pruning, potting/repotting and propagation of plants.
• · Planning self-directed daily activities and coordinating with hourly staff to complete flower room procedures ahead of deadlines.
• · Adjusting automated fertilizer recipes and irrigation timing to optimize flower yield.
• · Harvesting crops, recording, and reporting harvest data.
• · Applying organic pesticides with guidance from Cultivation Manager.
• · Following pesticide recommendations and ensure Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Program is sufficient with Standard Operating Procedure.
• · Scouting for pests within assigned areas
• · Completes all tasks according to policies and procedures for the Cultivation facility.
• · Executing and enforcing compliance of all local and state regulations.
• · Maintaining inventory of all cultivation supplies and order such supplies.
• · Reviewing electronic and written communication for current information and updates.
• · Maintaining accountability, in relation to specific job descriptions.
• · Ensuring that all maintenance is current, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing within assigned areas.
• · Upholding all company policies and procedures.
• · Cleaning and sanitizes all equipment and utensils.
• · Assisting with weekly and end-of-day cleaning as necessary.
• · Removing cannabis waste according to state regulations.
• · Remaining current on product knowledge and industry standards.
• · Attending quarterly team meetings.
• · Ensuring that assigned cultivation areas produce sufficient flower yield to meet the needs of Wholesale and retail
• · Producing quality product free of pests and contaminants.
• · Completing all company required training and certifications, including Responsible Vendor Training, Workplace Safety, and security, etc.
• · Reviewing security procedures and protocols.
• · Maintains accurate internal and state always required seed-to-sale inventory within assigned areas.
• · Participating in monthly product inventory.
• · Being a company brand ambassador and training team members to represent the brand appropriately.
• · Following and implementing corporate core values, including respect, diversity, sustainability, research, and service.
• · Adhering to company cultural principles.

Minimum Qualifications

• · Must be 21 years old.
• · 1-3 years’ experience in cultivation
• · Must possess a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• · Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• · Basic math skills.
• · Team player.
• · Strong organizational skills.
• · Sound decision-making skills.
• · Ability to be analytical.
• · Strong attention to detail.
• · Tendency to be proactive.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• · Ability to work a minimum of 8 hours a day and rotating shifts;
• · Flexible schedule availability including nights, weekends and holidays;
• · Ability to lift, push, and pull 50 pounds;
• · Ability to sit, squat, bend, and kneel repetitively throughout a workday;
• · Ability to stand for extended periods of time;
• · Ability to use a ladder (up to 12 ft. extension) and general hardware tools needed for common repairs;
• · Ability and willingness to work in the following conditions:
  •  General office environment;
  •  Extended computer usage;
  •  Extended phone usage including teleconferences, and Work environments that include exposure to, but not limited to, fumes, dust, odors, heights, indoor AC, no AC, motion, and noise.

MMI encourages applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. MMI believes in creating and sustaining a robust policy of inclusivity and diversity. MMI recognizes that diversity in the workforce is key to the integrity of a company’s commitment to its community. MMI’s Diversity & Inclusion Plan is designed to promote equity among minorities, women, veterans, people with disabilities, and people who identify as LGBTQ+. MMI will make every effort to employ and advance in employment qualified and diverse people at all levels within the company.

We value all team members by embracing their diverse talents, perspectives, and experiences, and fostering inclusion that inspires innovation, encourages respect and promotes unlimited success. Our goal is to attract and sustain a diverse workforce by recruiting, hiring, developing and retaining high-performing employees who work collaboratively to carry out the mission of MMI.