Post Harvest Associate

The Post-Harvest Associate reports directly to the Post Harvest Manager and plays a hands-on role in the post-harvest lifecycle of cannabis by supporting drying, curing, storage, and preparation of flower for final processing. This position is responsible for handling harvested cannabis with care and precision to maintain product quality, consistency, and compliance with company procedures and regulatory requirements. Working under the direction of post-harvest leadership, the Post-Harvest Associate supports daily post-harvest operations while maintaining accurate records, organization, and sanitation standards.

The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a highly regulated and physically demanding environment. Work is performed in a cultivation environment with regular exposure to cannabis plants, cannabis-related odors, pollen, dust, and varying temperatures, humidity levels, and lighting conditions typical of commercial cultivation operations.

• Curing Process - Tasks like drying, curing, conditioning, and monitoring moisture content reflect actual cannabis flower curing protocols, which are critical for potency, safety, and terpene preservation
• WIP Vault Operations - The inclusion of WIP (Work-In-Progress) vaults reflects how cannabis must be securely stored and tracked between stages — a requirement in nearly all regulated markets
• Compliance with Track-and-Trace Systems - References to METRC and state regulations directly address the industry's strict inventory tracking and reporting requirements
• Secure Handling & Regulatory Cleanliness Standards - Sanitation protocols, secure vault handling, and compliance mentions all reflect standard cannabis regulatory expectations (GMP, GLP, or equivalent)
• Cannabis Processing - Accurately debuck, trim (both machine and hand trim), hang harvested product in dry rooms, cure, grind, weigh, and package cannabis materials according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Quality Control - Perform real-time visual inspections of cannabis for quality, consistency, and compliance with product specifications
• Trimming & Manicuring - Hand-trim flower with precision to maintain product integrity and presentation standards for retail
• Weighing - Measure cannabis products for distribution while maintaining aseptic techniques and preventing contamination
• Quality Control & Record Keeping - Conduct routine, real-time visual inspections of cannabis products during trimming to ensure consistency, quality, and compliance with product specifications. Accurately log weights and product data to support inventory tracking, regulatory compliance, and internal quality standards

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  Adhere to All Safety and Compliance Policies - Follow company guidelines and state regulations regarding product handling, security, and cleanliness
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  Collaborate with Team Members - Communicate regularly with cure and post-harvest team members to ensure consistent quality, pace, and compliance throughout the workflow
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  Perform Other Duties as Assigned - Support the post-harvest department with general labor, packaging, or cleaning as needed based on departmental priorities

• · Must be 21 years of age or older and be able to pass a background check
• · Must be able to obtain and maintain a state Registered Agent Card or equivalent state credentials
• · Must be able to work in humid environments with strong plant odors, and fluctuating temperatures
• · Willingness to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and to follow sanitation and safety standards
• · Highly detail-oriented, proactive, organized and able to follow strict procedures and communicate effectively
• · Strong observational skills to…