Post Harvest Associate (Zolfo Springs)

Cansortium Inc is a vertically integrated cultivator, processor, formulator, and retailer of Premium Cannabis Products currently operating in Florida, Pennsylvania and Texas as Fluent Cannabis, as well as in Michigan through its in-market partner. Our purpose is to compassionately provide patients access to the highest level of medical cannabis in an unrivaled, professional healthcare environment with outstanding customer service. Patient care always comes first at Fluent and our standards, practices, and performance is unmatched.

We are looking for leaders who want to work alongside great talent and create a positive work experience for their team. We are focused on continuous improvements, which creates development opportunities, engaged feedback, and increased contributions towards our goals as a leader in the medical cannabis industry.

Find out more at www.getfluent.com. Follow us on LinkedIn.

ROLE SUMMARY

As a Post-Harvest Associate you will be responsible for the harvesting and processing of dry cannabis flower until it is ready to be packaged. This position is largely self-sufficient and focused on maintaining cleanliness and accuracy throughout the entire harvest and post-harvest process. As a Post-Harvest Associate you are responsible for completing the assigned tasks in a timely manner, and communicating with your supervisor should any problems arise so they may be addressed to maintain the necessary work flow.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Responsible for assisting with the accurate harvesting, hanging, bucking, trimming and weighing finished cannabis flower.

· Maintain accurate data logs and records which are used to continually update the Inventory side of our seed to sale system.

· Adhere to all specified state and local waste regulations.

· Examine plants out of the dry room for signs of pests or diseases.

· Use, maintain, and operate department related equipment within the facility.

· Maintain the highest levels of cleanliness and sterility inside the production area, all staging areas and facility at all times, including routine cleaning and sterilization of equipment and infrastructure.

· Take instruction and assist with tasks delegated by the management team.

· Ensure the daily compliance policies including compliance with the state, security protocols, access protocols, the dress code and work schedule.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

· Must be trustworthy and reliable.

· Strong verbal and analytical skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.

· Ability to work both in a team and independently

· Capable of frequent and repetitive hand movements

· Ability to sit, stand, walk during the scheduled shift

· Ability to accurately follow multi-layered instructions

· Able to accurately record data on a daily basis with extreme organization

SKILLS

Self-driven, hardworking, and able to communicate effectively

High degree of flexibility, with a strong work ethic

Effectively manage time and meet all specified deadlines

Excellent organizational skills

Strong team player

Willingness to learn and develop

Ability to climb, squat, bend, twist, and stand for long periods of time

Able to work in environment with varying temperatures

Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, etc.)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position operates in cultivation and manufacturing environments. This role routinely uses cultivation processing equipment and standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand for extended periods; walk; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms. {Must be able to individually lift up to 25 lbs}. Regular and predictable attendance is essential.

POSITION TYPE / EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This position regularly requires long hours and some schedules may require weekend work.

7:30am – 4:30pm M - F

TRAVEL

Travel is not required but may be requested on an as needed basis.

REQUIRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

PREFERRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

One year of trimming or agriculture experience preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Per state law, must be at least 21 years of age.

Must successfully complete a comprehensive background check.

Must pass a drug screening

Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The company will ask you to help out in other departments depending on company needs. This means that you may not always work in the department that you were hired, teamwork and getting product out to patients is the goal and this means helping out where you are needed is crucial to your success as well as the company’s success.

AAP/EEO Statement

Fluent is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of race, color, religion, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or any other classification protected by law.

COMPANY BENEFITS

Fluent provides comprehensive benefits offerings to all full-time employees. Our benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time-off program and non-matching 401k plan.

All applicants must be legally authorized to work in United States and will be required to submit proof of such eligibility.

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.30 - $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Cultivation: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No

Work Location: One location