What are the responsibilities and job description for the Post-Harvest Technician I - Caliva San Jose position at G & C Staffing LLC?
Shift: 6:00am - 2:30pm
The Post-Harvest Tech I is an integral member of the cultivation team, responsible for assisting with the harvest and post-harvest processes. responsibilities include assisting with harvest and hanging processes, cutting down trellis and plants, and maintaining cleanliness. This role is also responsible for ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Post-Harvest Technician I must possess strong communication skills, the ability to work independently, and adaptability to a dynamic environment. Physical stamina, including the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in indoor manufacturing conditions for extended periods, is essential.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist the Harvest team with the harvest and hanging processes, cutting down trellis and plants across multiple cultivation facilities.
- Collaborate with the Harvest team following instruction from the Harvest Lead and Cultivation Manager, to facilitate efficient harvest and post-harvest procedures.
- Participate actively in harvesting and hanging processes, including cutting down trellis and plants according to established guidelines.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization in the workspace, adhering to hygiene and safety standards at all times.
- Provide support to the Cultivation crew during non-harvest periods, assisting with various tasks as assigned by management.
- Handle plants with care to minimize damage (table buds) and preserve product quality throughout the harvesting process.
- Ensure accurate documentation of activities, including recording harvest data and recording plant waste into waste log.
- Adhere to standard practice and operating procedures.
- Promptly report any issues or concerns to the Harvest Lead or management team for resolution
- Remain flexible to perform additional duties as required to contribute to the overall success of the cultivation operation.
- Assist in de-leafing plants in a timely manner while maintaining a high-quality standard of work.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent experience.
- Previous experience in cannabis cultivation or agriculture is preferred but not mandatory.
- Ability to work a full-time schedule, including weekends and holidays as necessary.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to follow instructions effectively.
- Demonstrated capacity to work autonomously and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Capable of resolving problems in a professional manner
- Attention to detail and commitment to upholding quality standards throughout all tasks.
- Adaptability to a fast-paced and evolving work environment, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
Work Environment
- This position will work in an indoor cultivation facility with controlled temperatures with Relative Humidity levels up to 80%; may be exposed to bright lighting at a maximum of 600 umols (micromoles), CO2 at a maximum rate of 1200ppm, loud equipment, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and working in proximity with staff and vendors.
- The position is based in an indoor cultivation facility with controlled temperatures, high humidity levels and bright lighting.
- Close collaboration with team members and supervisors in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Job Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years of age and comply with all legal and company regulations related to working in the cannabis industry.
- Selected candidates will be required to complete a post offer, pre-employment background check with the local law enforcement or local Police Department.
Physical 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly without assistance.
- Prolonged periods of standing and walking in indoor manufacturing conditions.
- Physical agility for tasks such as bending, stooping, and reaching.
- Comfort working with potentially hazardous chemicals and equipment while wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the US.
This organization participates in E-Verify.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form 1-9. E-Verify Works for Everyone. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS.
Esta Organización Participa en E-Verify.
Este empleador participa en E-Verify y proporcionará al gobierno federal la información de su Formulario I-9 para confirmar que usted está autorizado para trabajar en los EE.UU .. Si E-Verify no puede confirmar que usted está autorizado para trabajar, este empleador está requerido a darle instrucciones por escrito y una oportunidad de contactar al Departamento de Seguridad Nacional (DHS) o a la Administración del Seguro Social (SSA) para que pueda empezar a resolver el problema antes de que el empleador pueda tomar cualquier acción en su contra, incluyendo la terminación de su empleo. Los empleadores sólo pueden utilizar E-Verify una vez que usted haya aceptado una oferta de trabajo y completado el Formulario 1-9. Para más información sobre E-Verify, o si usted cree que su empleador ha violado sus responsabilidades de E-Verify, por favor contacte a DHS.
