Post Harvest Technician

Essential Employment Services

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Uxbridge, Massachusetts

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Post Harvest Technician is responsible for the end-to-end processing of cannabis flowers, including harvesting, drying, curing, trimming, and packaging. They must also maintain equipment, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with the cultivation team to meet quality standards.

Qualifications

You have a high school diploma or equivalent and possess excellent attention to detail and organizational skills for record-keeping and inventory management. You can work independently or as part of a team and are willing to adhere to strict security and regulatory requirements in a physically demanding environment.

Must Have Skills for ATS

cannabis anatomy

quality control

equipment maintenance

record keeping

inventory management

Job Description

Who We Are

At our core, we believe in the power of unity and purpose. Together, we stand to produce safe, affordable, and sustainable products that enhances the well-being of all, including medical patients and adult-use communities.

Our mission is to drive responsible growth across every link of our value chain, expanding both vertically and horizontally through innovation, efficiency, and integrity. With a focus on multi-state operations, we're committed to creating meaningful impact for our customers, employees, and communities.

We are guided by our core values, which define how we work and who we are:

  • Mutual Trust, Respect, and Dignity in every interaction.
  • Best-in-Class Performance with Accountability and Care.
  • A Culture of Inclusion that Celebrates Diversity and Belonging.
  • A Winning Team Built on Integrity, Collaboration, and Purpose.

Together, we are shaping a responsible and sustainable future - one rooted in quality, compassion, and shared success.

What You'll Do!

In this role, you will be responsible for a range of tasks including harvesting, drying, curing, trimming, and packaging cannabis flowers. Your keen understanding of cannabis anatomy and your ability to execute precise techniques will result in consistently high-quality products that meet our stringent standards. You will collaborate closely with the cultivation team to ensure a seamless transition from cultivation to post-harvest, while adhering to all relevant regulations and guidelines.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Trim harvested cannabis plants by precisely removing fan leaves, sugar leaves, and excess water leaves while preserving the main colas.
  • Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the trimming room to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
  • Dry and cure cannabis plants by efficiently hanging and monitoring drying rooms to achieve optimal moisture content and flavor profiles.
  • Conduct quality control inspections to identify and remove any damaged or unhealthy cannabis plants.
  • Collaborate with the cultivation team to optimize harvesting schedules and ensure a smooth transition from cultivation to post-harvest.
  • Package the trimmed cannabis flower following company standards, ensuring proper labeling, sealing, and compliance with legal requirements.
  • Perform regular equipment maintenance and cleaning to ensure efficient and safe operations.
  • Document and maintain accurate records of post-harvest activities for compliance and reporting purposes.
  • Continuously stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and regulations related to post-harvest activities in the cannabis industry.

Education & Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including standing, bending, and lifting heavy objects (up to 50 lbs).
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills to maintain accurate records and inventory management.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve plant health issues effectively.
  • Willingness to work in compliance with strict security and regulatory requirements.
  • Good communication skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

Physical Requirements

  • Must have the ability to push, pull, or lift a minimum of 50 pounds if relevant to job duties listed above. 
  • Must be capable of sitting, squatting, standing, kneeling, bending, or walking throughout the workday. 
  • Must be capable of working in front of a computer for extended periods of time based on job duties listed above. 

Exposure to fertilizer, dusts, odors, high heat, low temperature, high and low humidity, high noise levels, vibrations, water, dry salts, allergens, pollen, dust, plant pathogens, other volatile organic compounds, and other environmental variables.

We are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If you have a passion for the cannabis industry and a strong work ethic, we encourage you to submit your application.

Note: This job description outlines the general nature and level of work performed by individuals in this role. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove job duties as deemed necessary.

Essential Employment Services

Headquartered in Oklahoma, Essential Employment Services, is a boutique on-demand employment services company that provides specialized human resources and risk management services that meet your individual business needs. Our objective is to provide sound business practices and save you time and money when dealing with complex business needs. We understand that your organization is unique and your human resources, risk management, benefit and compensation plans should be too. Whether you’re a sole proprietor or the largest industry leader, we will not only protect what you have worked to create, but we will help your business grow into future success. Our extensive experience provides the basis for finding solutions to your most complex business problems. Our on-demand employment services provide quick solutions to your individual needs and concerns. Our human resources and risk management professionals have more than twenty-five years of experience to assist you with all of your employment services needs. We offer a commitment to helping you achieve long term success — providing exceptional advice and processes that will last for years to come. We will work with you and your staff to make a positive, sustainable impact for your employees and organization. We also understand the need for these services to be affordable and offer a variety of service plans to meet your needs but not impact your bottom line. Contact us for a free consultation, or use the contact form at the bottom of this page to inquire about our services.
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