Cultivation Technician

Job Overview The Cultivation Techinian must be open to working a variety of shifts and commuting to Downtown Los Angeles on a daily basis. Must be 21 years or older. Responsibilities Bilingual in Spanish and English is preferred Prior cultivation experience is required Mother plant maintenance, cloning, transplanting, nutrients and pH management, water management, positive airflow, temperature and humidity control, pest and disease control, IPM program implementation, plant transfer from veg to flowering. Manage plant scheduling and organization to precisely project all plant needs on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis to produce the best results for maximum plant yield. Cataloguing and maintaining organization of plants, tags, and pruning biomass Knowledge of pest and disease control management a plus. Maintain and follow the cultivation department policies and procedures. Wash and sanitize all equipment. Scout all equipment, ensuring all tools are free of pests, viruses or disease. Must be able to adapt to various strains, styles and types of cannabis they are cultivating; adjusting techniques to maintain a steady pace and quality. Breakdown flowers off stem and stalk of plant to separate unusable waste from usable product; employee must track the amount of unusable waste for each batch. Knowledge or experience with METRC compliance is a plus. Demonstrate accurately and thoroughly in a timely manner to meet production standards. Work in a timely manner and strive to increase productivity. Maintain organization and cleanliness of the cultivation facility while performing job duties. Exhibit competency in basic organizational, tracking and communication skills. Works in a timely manner to efficiently meet goals while consistently producing quality product. Employee must be able to follow basic instructions and take constructive feedback from their managers to maintain quality standards and production goals. Employee must show up on time for work every day ready to work. Employee must exhibit personal hygiene and follow the health guidelines set forth by the company and the state while processing patient medicine. Custivation staff is responsible for clean‑up of all processing areas and equipment at the end of every shift. Requirements Minimum age of 21 years or older and pass a criminal background check High school or equivalent May require working rotating shifts with varied hours/day, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events Previous agricultural/warehouse/manufacturing/laborer experience preferred. Adhere to company mission statement, while maintaining high ethical standards and professionalism. Ability to be flexible and work in various sectors of the department as needed an/or requested by their direct supervisor; this may include but is not limited to, helping grow staff with small tasks, cleaning and/or moving supplies and equipment and/or helping the packaging department or working at other locations as needed. Must be able to identify various problems with any strain/product and communicate with direct supervisors as necessary. Have a basic understanding of cannabis laws, rules and regulations set forth by the state; a pursuit to further their understanding and knowledge of the industry and the laws is appreciated and commendable. Must work well with others and ability to adapt quickly to changes in policy, procedure, methods and technique. Frequent contact with supervisor via face‑to‑face discussions Use of independent judgment regarding product processing, keeping quality, projections and goals in mind. Help create a proactive and positive environment; a positive attitude and self‑motivation to help produce high quality manicured product, while meeting and/or exceeding personal and/or company goals. Ability to work with, help, guide, challenge and motivate other team members to create a cohesive unit. Must manage their time during work efficiently to meet goals while consistently producing quality product. Must be able to follow basic instructions and ability to take constructive criticism from their managers to maintain quality standards and production goals. Must understand and implement the rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of the company and the cultivation department. Fundamental knowledge, as well as the ability to be taught and guided in areas related to cultivation with other areas being taught as the employee shows interest while still maintaining their capabilities as a cultivation technician. Skill in analyzing potential problems with a plant or the product being processed. Shows self‑motivation/innovation and the ability to work well with all members of their staff and the company, as well as with their direct supervisor. Ability to listen well and communicate effectively various audiences, especially with the direct supervisors and other co‑workers. Other duties as assigned Schedule Open and flexible, shift times may vary based on location. Location WorkForce Enterprises, Rancho Dominguez Compensation Pay scale starting at $19 per hour. Employment Type Full-Time/Part-Time Shift: Various shifts Exempt/Non-Exempt status: Non-Exempt Equal Opportunity We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. The position is currently accepting applications. #J-18808-Ljbffr ES Management Group Inc