Seasonal Cultivation Associate

SEASONAL CULTIVATION ASSOCIATE

THE PASS is an adult-use recreational cannabis business led by experienced entrepreneurs from the spirits, cannabis and marketing industries. We are located in the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts’ southernmost town of Sheffield.

The Seasonal Cultivation Associate is responsible for performing manual labor to assist in the upkeep, stocking, and fulfillment of growing high-quality cannabis, including, but not limited to: watering, feeding, flushing, pruning, washing, cloning, and transplanting under the supervision of the Cultivation Manager and Cultivation Supervisors. Seasonal Cultivation Associates work as a team to ensure high productivity rates for the growth, quality, appearance, and health of plants. Communication skills, organization, attention to safety and detail, and are critical to the success of the cultivation team within a tightly controlled, state-regulated system.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

• Perform all irrigation and growing operations, as directed by the Cultivation Manager.
• Assist in the development, management, and implementation of IPM.
• Adhere to all sanitation and general growing protocols.
• Apply bio-pesticides, chemicals, and biologicals as required for maintaining crop health.
• Assist in the planning of the cultivation schedule ensuring that all work is appropriately prioritized and completed in a timely manner.
• Perform all phases of plant production. Ensure proper planting depth, irrigation, labeling, plant grooming, harvesting, documentation and other assigned tasks.
• Inspect all rooms daily to monitor water management, fertilization, insect and disease monitoring, sanitation, and overall plant growth, health, and appearance.
• Monitor plant development to ascertain conditions such as leaf texture, bloom size and the existence of pests or disease. Document substandard or diseased plants to maintain quality standards.
• Assist with irrigation repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Plan space allocation for new plants scheduled from production.
• Train fellow cultivators to perform their jobs as efficiently and as effectively as possible utilizing the knowledge learned by the Supervisor and Manager.
• Maintain cultivation records to include specifics about plant growth, fertilization, pest problems, and any treatment of these problems.
• Maintain inventory of needed growing and production supplies.
• Ability to learn new concepts and apply concepts to a variety of situations to improve growing methodology.
• Apply chemicals, testing, and disease prevention techniques.
• Assist with harvesting, trimming, packaging, receiving and other tasks as needed.
• Knowledge of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and OSHA policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Adhere to all Compliance and Security procedures.
• Report any findings immediately to Management
• All other duties assigned.

The above job description in no way states or implies these duties are the only duties performed by this employee. The incumbent is expected to perform other related duties necessary for the effective operation of the Company.

Berkshire Welco reserves the right to change or alter any of the above duties and responsibilities according to the operational needs of the Company.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION

• Demonstrated initiative and self-direction.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent Listening Skills and ability to follow directions precisely.
• Ability to climb, squat, bend, twist and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to operate and maintain equipment in a safe manner.
• Attention to detail for efficiency.
• Willingness to do what it takes to get the job done to a high standard.
• Effective time-management skills and ability to multitask.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment.
• Basic plant structure knowledge preferred.
• Ability to use and manage METRC; experience using METRC preferred.
• Ability to be collaborative and a team player.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must be able to meet all shift requirements with regularity, predictability and consistency.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment:

• Long periods of prolonged standing and sitting.
• Working Indoor and outdoors.
• Some crouching or holding uncomfortable positions for extended periods of time.
• Requires bending and lifting up to 50 pounds.

ABOUT BERKSHIRE WELCO / THE PASS BERKSHIRES

Berkshire Welco (DBA The Pass Berkshires), welcomes individuals of every race, color, orientation, age, gender, origin, veteran status, and those harmed directly and indirectly by prior cannabis prohibition. We hire smart, talented workers from all walks of life and all experience levels for our vertically integrated MA cannabis business. We embrace LGBTQ+, minorities, women, veterans, and other equity applicants throughout our community. Berkshire Welco intends to be a company where employees bring their individual identities, differences, and talents together to work as a team, across all our locations and operations. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in all areas of work and operations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources.

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