We're looking for a true team player who's blazing with passion for the cannabis industry to serve as Assistant Head Grower for our Abingdon, VA operations. In this role, you'll help provide big-picture direction and leadership to our grow team, and you'll play a key role in ensuring our facilities are up to snuff when it comes to safety measures and GTI's operating standards. This role is for someone who loves to keep open channels of communication and triple-check every detail of daily operations as much as they love plant life!
Responsibilities
Partner with Head Grower to execute against assigned grow operations and projects
Responsible for directing work with the Grow Team and ensuring team works at and above GTI Grow Team expectations
Manage, supervise and direct the activities of assigned staff; make recommendations regarding hiring, discipline, termination or advancement of employees. Assign work and monitor progress; guide, train and develop employees in the accomplishment of their duties and goals through professional growth
Direct and assist management of grow schedules, personnel and quality assurance practices
Assure compliance with local, state, and federal licensing requirements
Accurate data entry in inventory tracking systems
Will be required to be on-call and to respond to emergency situations at any time. This may include scheduling issues, potentially covering a vacant shift, facility issues and/ or human resources requirements.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Associates Degree in Horticulture, Agriculture, related science degree or 5+ years in production agriculture environment
2+ years of commercial cultivation experience
Proven experience in overseeing aspects of professional production environments including equipment handling, production operations, processing and execution
Knowledgeable of growing methods including micronutrients, beneficial bacteria, and nutrient implementation
Knowledge of plant diseases, insects, and fungi, as well as plant treatment options
Strong knowledge of plant varieties with high yield and /or disease and insect resistant characteristics
Cannabis growing experience preferred, not required
Highly motivated, self-directed, innovative and able to work independently or among teams with keen judgement, common sense and resourcefulness
Adapts and thrives in a demanding, start-up, fast-paced environment
Possesses a high level of critical thinking
Operates with a high level of professionalism and integrity, including dealing with confidential information
Must understand and comply with the rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of GTI
Must have a solid understanding of the Medical Marijuana laws, rules and regulations set forth by the state and the D.O.A.; a pursuit to further their understanding and knowledge of the industry and the laws is appreciated and commendable
Additional Requirements
Must pass any and all required background checks
Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry
Must possess valid driver's license
Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
Must be approved by the D.O.A. to receive an Agent badge
Working Conditions
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions
Physical demands - May be required to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift, carry and balance up to 50 pounds (200 pounds with assistance)
Work involves daily exposure to allergens (such as cannabis, tree nuts, and coconut oil).
