About this opportunity
Green Thumb Industries lists this Harvest Technician opportunity in danville, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
The Role
The Harvest Technician supports post-cultivation activities and operations of our cultivation department. This position will be responsible for preparing and processing harvests for flower sales and oil extraction. Our ideal candidate is a self-motivated, positive individual who can think of no better way to spend the workday than harvesting our cannabis plants with expert care and precision. Cannabis is a heavily regulated industry, therefore requires all employees comply to safety and compliance regulations.
Essential Functions
Participate in cannabis harvest process including harvesting plants, sanitizing flower rooms in preparation for next grow, reloading flower rooms, and handling materials and cannabis waste.
Properly drying wet cannabis plants
Accurately weigh and record post-harvest materials
Follow all SOPs, verbal directives, training information and policies when performing duties
Safety & Compliance
Be aware of hazards in the workspace
Retain and understand department specific training
Report safety incidents/ concerns and comply with follow-up actions
Be compliant with area safety requirements, state regulations and PPE requirements
Follow GMP, biosecurity, sanitation or other quality and compliance requirements
Perform record keeping accurately and completely as directed by a lead or supervisor
Maintain and calibrate tools, equipment and machinery as directed by a lead or supervisor
Report and escalate safety & quality concerns
Working Conditions
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform reaching, grasping, bending, stooping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions
Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time while maintaining focus
Must be able to lift, carry, and balance up to 50 pounds (and up to 100 pounds with assistance) AND must be able to do so with extreme care and caution when working with product
Must be able to work in an environment that is up to 85+ degrees and up to 70% humidity for extended periods
Must be able to work at heights
Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing and challenging environment
Work involves daily exposure to allergens (such as cannabis, tree nuts, and coconut oil).
Qualifications
Minimum of a high school diploma or GED; degree or certifications preferred
Effective time-management skills and ability to multi-task
Ability to work well with others while also completing individually assigned tasks
Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment
Prior cannabis experience not required
Additional Requirements
Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
Must possess valid state ID
Must be able to obtain, and maintain, state badging requirements in order to work in in cannabis industry (requires background check and state review)
Who can apply
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