What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cultivation Manager position at Good Day Farm?
Summary
The Cultivation Manager manages the day-to-day cultivation operations in a regulated, cannabis
facility. This position is responsible for all aspects of cultivation, including, but not limited to, directing, and overseeing the work and tasks performed during clone, water, veg, flower, and post-harvest stages. This includes developing plant population schedules, integrated pest management (IPM) and foliar spray regimens, introducing new strains for production, and working with the managers and supervisors on the daily tasks and duties for the cultivation team. Regulatory compliance is an essential responsibility of this role.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Develops Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions for the cultivation
- operation.
- Coordinates in the development of weekly tasks and work schedules for the cultivation team
- members.
- Implements data tracking systems to collect important operational data and KPI’s.
- Monitors production results and drive team accountability for adherence to standards and
- product yield and quality.
- Identifies any deviations in yield or potency expectations and develops a plan to address and
- eliminate future occurrences.
- Ensures sanitation and safety protocols are followed.
- Evaluates plant health daily having an active presence in the garden to scout and implement
- corrective measures ensuring no plant loss.
- Establishes plant cloning and population schedules in line with market needs.
- Conducts daily and weekly meetings to promote effective communication and collaboration.
- Manages cultivation inventory setting par levels so consumables, supplies and tools are on hand so there are no disruptions to production.
- Interacts with business team members to address technical or regulatory questions and
- provide solutions to problems.
- Evaluates new technologies and techniques to increase efficiency and productivity.
- Screens, hires, trains, and evaluates cultivation team members in accordance with company
- policies.
- Manages employee’s attendance, performance, and adherence to company standards,
- policies, and procedures.
- Conducts employee reviews.
- Provides coaching, support and corrective action as needed.
- Develops and sets indoor grow facility environmental parameters and program/monitor
- automated results.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture or equivalent work experience including an extensive
- knowledge of cannabis plants.
- Two to four years leadership experience with a growing operation in a regulated cannabis
- program of at least 15,000 sq ft of canopy and managing a team of at least forty full time
- employees.
- Must be able to obtain a state medical marijuana badge and pass a background check.
- Ability to manage a team in a cultivation facility, demonstrating leadership by actions and lead
- as an example for others.
- Excellent data collection, results interpretation, and problem-solving skills.
- Effective time management skills.
- Detail oriented, highly organized, and motivated by accomplishment.
- Ability to present ideas effectively and communicate well with all levels of management.
- Ability to work in a team environment on a variety of programs and projects.
- Advanced computer knowledge (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
- Ability to work independently and in a continually changing environment.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle high stress situations.
- Available to work weekends and holidays
- Physical Requirements: The ability to lift fifty pounds regularly. The ability to respond quickly to sounds. The ability to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces. The ability to see and respond to dangerous situations. The ability to wear personal protective gear correctly most of the day. The ability to sit or stand for up to 12 hours at a time. The ability to work in bright/hot/humid conditions. The ability to work in high CO2 environments. The ability to use a half face respirator. The ability to complete fine motor functions. The ability to work in low light situations. Lifting, standing, sitting, walking, bending, reaching, push/pull, repetitive use of hands, grasping use of hands, visual activity. Exposure to limited hazardous chemicals.
