Cultivation Associate at Curaleaf

Ravena, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New GradExperience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
CannabisIndustries

Requirements

  • A green thumb, a passion for working with plants, and experience with harvesting plants in a work or home setting (gardening, etc.)
  • Ability to work well with other employees in a fast paced, team environment while contributing to a positive and professional atmosphere
  • Possess great attention to detail
  • Ability to learn and execute techniques consistent with company best practices
  • Previous landscaping, horticulture, or agriculture experience (preferred)
  • Strong knowledge of weights and measurements (preferred)
  • Ability to meet physical demands: regularly stand, walk, sit, talk, use hands to finger or feel, reach; tolerate high-stress, adaptability, flexibility in ever-changing environment
  • Ability to wear provided PPE (masks, hair nets, beard covers, respirators, boot covers, scrubs, non-slip shoes, Tyvek suits) and work with exposure to allergens, dust, pollen, plant pathogens, loud noises, CO2 at OSHA levels

Responsibilities

  • Work with cultivation leadership to plan for growing activities consistent with planned production schedules
  • Prepare space required for planned production
  • Cloning: cutting, rooting, and transplanting; clone care, watering, and feeding
  • Monitor growing conditions and review changes in humidity, moisture, temperature, and cultivation procedures to ensure conformance with quality control standards
  • Inspect crop to ascertain conditions such as leaf texture, bloom size, pests or disease; remove substandard or diseased plants to maintain quality standards
  • Monitor and care for plants during vegetative and flowering phase
  • Harvesting: cutting plants; trimming cut plants; removing flowering tops
  • Curing: hanging and dry-racking flowers; monitoring curing process and climate control
  • Operate and maintain cultivation systems/equipment
  • Ensure daily compliance with policies and procedures including state compliance, security protocols, and access protocols
  • Perform day-to-day tasks: trimming, pruning, debulking, transplanting, canopy manipulation, harvesting, data entry, overall plant care
  • Perform cleaning, sanitation, and organization tasks in grow rooms using provided instruments and chemicals to ensure sterile, pest-free environment
  • Other duties as assigned related to the overall health and efficiency of cultivation efforts

Skills

trimming
pruning
debulking
transplanting
canopy manipulation
harvesting
data entry
plant care
cloning
rooting
crop monitoring
pest inspection
sanitation

Curaleaf

Cultivates, processes, and sells cannabis products

About Curaleaf

Curaleaf provides a range of cannabis products for both medical and recreational users. The company grows, processes, and sells various cannabis items, including tinctures, flowers, and edibles. Their products utilize advanced encapsulation technology, which helps improve how well the body absorbs the active ingredients, leading to a better experience for users. Curaleaf stands out from competitors by not only selling products through dispensaries and online but also offering medical consultations to guide customers in their choices. Additionally, the company is committed to social responsibility, exemplified by their B NOBLE program, which supports individuals affected by non-violent cannabis-related charges. The goal of Curaleaf is to provide high-quality cannabis products while promoting awareness and support for social justice issues.

Wakefield, MassachusettsHeadquarters
2010Year Founded
$955MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Food & Agriculture, Social Impact, HealthcareIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Vacation
Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance

Risks

Increased competition as more states legalize adult-use cannabis may impact market share.
Regulatory challenges in hemp-derived THC market could limit product offerings.
Potential financial strain from European expansion may affect short-term profitability.

Differentiation

Curaleaf offers a wide range of cannabis products for medical and recreational use.
The company uses advanced encapsulation technology for enhanced product absorption and efficacy.
Curaleaf's social responsibility initiatives, like B NOBLE, set it apart in the industry.

Upsides

Expansion into adult-use sales in Ohio and New York boosts customer base and sales.
Launch of Select Fruit Stiq caters to demand for discreet, flavorful vaping options.
Entry into European market via EMMAC acquisition positions Curaleaf for international growth.

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