Master Cultivator
Get an early entry into New Jersey's medical marijuana industry! Master Grower wanted for start-up grow operation.
The qualified candidate will be hired to successfully develop, manage, and maintain a 90K+ sq. foot grow facility. This is a dynamic industry and government regulations are constantly changing. You will be expected to keep up with regulatory changes and adapt the operation accordingly. Salary is competitive and includes profit sharing.
Job Description:
Help design and set-up a large-scale warehouse or greenhouse with various grow lights and related items.
Develop and maintain grow-operation protocols.
Maintain legal compliance in inventory tracking from seed to sale and monthly reporting as required by the NJ Medical Marijuana Authority program.
Perform and train all aspects of a successful grow (e.g., cloning, transplanting, feeding plants, defoliation, super cropping, topping, flushing, trimming, packaging, waste disposal).
Maintain environmental conditions to ensure sanitary and healthy grow space.
Execute preventative maintenance and elimination of all types of mold, powdery mildew, spider mites, root aphids, fungus gnats, etc.
Mastery of Soil, coco, etc. growing methods including micronutrients, beneficial bacteria, and nutrient implementation.
Working knowledge in container systems with soil and hydro as well as understanding temperature and humidity manipulation.
Expert knowledge of plant diseases, insects and fungi, as well as plant treatment options.
Well researched in new techniques and insight to expand knowledge in nutrient of individual strains, high yield recipes, controlled stress environments to different lighting systems and setups.
Comprehensive knowledge of Strains; Sativa, Indica and Hybrids and mastery of medicinal implementation and knowledge of effects of strains and types of medicinal administration.
Assist state and local government auditors and law enforcement with inventory, sales, and compliance audits.
Recruit/hire grow assistants as necessary.
SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS:
At least 5 years of commercial grow experience with a degree in horticulture or botany.
Knowledge of large scale commercial plant cultivation including nutrient requirements, mediums, light requirements, temperature control, air flow, etc.
Knowledge of plant diseases, insects and fungi, as well as plant treatment options.
Physical aptitude and health necessary to perform manual labor tasks required for the proper management of grow warehouse/greenhouse.
Advanced knowledge of the cannabis plant and genetics
Must be able to provide grow resume, pictures and portfolio at interview.
Must have accountability, proactive behavior and strong attention to detail.
Applicants must be:
21 years of age or older
Able to pass a criminal background check
Able to start immediately
Trustworthy and hardworking
Job Type: Full-time
Job Type: Full-time
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