Cultivation Technician

Cultivation Technician 

Purple Lotus  is dedicated to cultivating high-quality plants in a safe and compliant manner. We strive to maintain a clean and efficient growing environment while adhering to industry regulations. As a Cultivation Technician, you will play a crucial role in supporting our  Cultivation Leader and Department Manager in ensuring the success of our cultivation operation.

Cultivation Technician Duties

• Supports the Department Manager in various ways including, but not limited to: transplanting, watering and pruning plants; post-harvest room reset, properly disposing of waste; filling out the logs and the sheet for compliance data collection; monitoring and documenting plant growth.
• Maintains the cleanliness of growing areas and all general cultivation areas, including but not limited to: sweeping, mopping, sanitizing cultivation tools and rooms, organizing inventory and warehouse areas, disposing of non-cannabis waste in designated areas, sanitizing trim and dry rooms.
• Completes Fieldworker Training within (30) days of hire
• Accept directions and complete assigned tasks according to Lead Cultivation team members and managers
• Follow production schedules and communicate variances to the Production Manager 
• Perform all the tasks in the grow including: cloning, transplanting, feeding plants, defoliation, super cropping, topping, flushing, foliar and preventative sprays, trimming,  packaging, waste disposal and inventory management.
• Assist in monitoring environmental inputs to maximize production 
• Execute pest management protocols as directed by QAP 
• Identify and troubleshoot plant problems; Reports issues to Department Lead and/or Manager
• Maintain grow room sanitation protocols 
• Keep daily records for production accuracy and compliance with all the laws 
• Perform preventative maintenance on growing equipment and test instruments 
• Help develop ways to reduce costs or improve efficiencies in production 
• Ensure compliance of company safety procedures 
• Ensure cleanliness of facility at all times 
• Responsible for assisting with all aspects of the company's cultivation operation from seedlings to harvest. 
• AD HOC and other duties as assigned by Cultivation Leadership or Manager 

Requirements & Skills:

• Basic math skills
• Attention to detail
• Excellent organization and communication skills
• “Continuous improvement” approach
• Ability to problem solve
• Team player
• Dependable and punctual
• Ability to adapt and respond to change
• Strong time management skills 
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Graceful in a high paced environment
• Time management 
• No former felonies or drug related charges
• Exhibit grace and composure in a fast-paced work environment, handling tasks and responsibilities efficiently.
• Exhibit ownership, accountability, initiative, and a commitment to high-quality work.

Attendance: 

Consistent with dependability and punctuality, expected to show up and ready to work every day.

Communication & Following Direction: Must be able to follow basic instructions as well as be able to take constructive criticism and performance feedback  from leaders and managers,  to ensure quality standards and production goals.

Hours:

Full Time 

Weekends

Holidays

Weekdays

Pay:

$20- $24 / hour

Biweekly

Work Location:

On Site 

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED. 
• College preferred but not required.
• Prior experience in the cannabis industry is preferred but not required.
• (1-2) Years of prior experience in an agricultural or construction environment
• Agriculture, Construction, Janitorial

Physical Demands/Working Conditions:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform repetitive motions.
• Must be able to stand and engage in repetitive motions  for extended periods of time while maintaining focus.
• Physical requirements include standing, bending and lifting up to 50 pounds, pushing carts and carrying flats, soil and pots.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Time
• Life Insurance
• Paid Training 

Key Measures of Success:

• Time and Attendance 
• Accuracy
• Efficiency and Productivity
• Teamwork and Communication
• Adaptability and Problem Solving

A pioneer in the cannabis industry and in operation for over 10 years, The Purple Lotus is responsible for creating many of the best practices used in the cannabis industry today. The Purple Lotus story started in 2010, when our founders, cannabis patients, became frustrated with the lack of Customer service and variety of options available at the dispensaries they visited and decided to open a modest operation in San Jose. In 2010, shortly after opening for business in a 600 ft2 medical office with $1000 worth of cannabis flower and their home made “Pot Brownies,” Purple Lotus gained national recognition by winning a medal at the first ever High Times Cannabis Cup in the US.
Over our many years of operation, we have become known for exceptional Customer service, dedication to patients and community involvement. Purple Lotus’ journey then included an office space at on Lundy Ave and a location at 903 Commercial St, very close to our current state of the art cannabis retail and cultivation facility at 752 Commercial St.
While Purple Lotus has served over 3,000,000 people since then, we have never forgotten the principles we were founded on. We stay humble, display excellence and exude resiliency. Our commitment to providing the highest quality cannabis for all budgets and passion for providing the most satisfying Customer experience has only strengthened through the years. We are dedicated to ensuring that every Customer who purchases cannabis from us feels wonderful about their purchase and that the experience of us providing the cannabis to them is an experience that ensures we help to make their day and world better. We are Customer obsessed, we care about and love our Customers, so they always come first.