4Front Ventures (CSE: FFNT / OTCQX: FFNTF) is a fast-moving national cannabis grower, distributor, and retailer headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona with active operations in Massachusetts, Illinois, and Washington. Focusing on Excellence, People, Integrity, and Courage, 4Front Ventures is building a responsible and people-focused company that consistently produces high-quality products, ensures access to cannabis through top service and affordable brands, and provides value through job creation and community engagement. From plant genetics to the cannabis retail experience under the Mission Dispensary brand, 4Front’s team applies expertise across the entire cannabis value chain.
It's an incredible time of progress at 4Front Ventures and we are looking for people like YOU to grow with us! Are you interested in joining one of the fastest growing industries in Illinois? Are you looking to advance your career and learn some cool things about cannabis along the way? A career at 4Front Ventures offers that, plus more! Unlock your potential and cultivate success at our state of the art cultivation facility, where your skills will flourish and your impact will shape the future of our industry.
POSITION SUMMARY
- The Cultivation Associate is responsible for supporting and assisting the Cultivation Flowering Supervisor(s) and Manager(s) in all aspects of cannabis plant management within the department. Associates will be responsible formaintaining the flowering room(s) and accomplishing all harvest processes of the plant. Priorities include transplanting, plant pruning, defoliating, trellising, integrated pest management, harvesting, bucking, trimming, drying, binning, curing, waste disposal, and cleaning for all plants, tools, and work areas in the department.
POSTION ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform all day-to-day plant routine maintenance throughout the growth, harvesting and cure stages
- Follow proper plant pruning, moving, trellising harvesting, trimming, drying, and curing processes and protocols according to company guidelines
- Conduct routine cleaning tasks to ensure a clean and tidy work area
- Assist with daily inspections for pests, pathogens, mold, fungi, disease, or other undesired conditions
- Regularly update logs pertinent to job scope
- Assist in other duties as assigned to ensure the team, department, and company division maintain success
POSITION SCHEDULE
- 4 days a week, 10 hour shift, includes 1 weekend day
- Full Time position
COMPENSATION
- Starting at $17.00/Hour, experience dependent.
- Paid on a bi-weekly basis
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
- Professional experience in a fast paced, hands-on work environment
- Willing to ask questions to gain necessary expertise
- Adaptability in the face of changing needs of the business
- Commitment to team’s success; flexible, friendly, and self-aware
- Proactive attention to cleaning and sanitation
- Able to clearly communicate progress, status, and observations
- Ability to work, manage, and meet completion deadlines
- Observant to changes in environment and team need; able to take initiative and follow through
QUALIFICATIONS
- Horticulture and/or Agriculture experience, 1+ years (preferred)
- Production/Manufacturing experience, 1+ years (preferred)
- Cannabis Industry experience (preferred)
- Basic math, organizational, and computer Skills
- Must have High School Diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted
- Active and valid government issued photo identification
- 21 years of age or older
- Ability to obtain and maintain Dispensing Organization Agent Identification Card (obtained upon hire) in accordance with State law.
BENEFITS
- Employee Discount
- Health, Vision, Dental Benefits Day One of Employment
- Sick Pay/PTO Accrual
- Floating Holidays
- Parental/Maternity Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Career Development
- Advancement Opportunities
- 401k
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Work involves physical exertion such as bending, lifting (up to 50 pounds), kneeling, squatting, pivoting, and carrying items/ product on a regular basis. Employees will be required to stand for extended periods and may need to climb ladders or operate equipment. The warehouse/ facility environment may be subject to hot and cold temperatures, and ventilation may not be available in all areas. The warehouse environment may be subject to elevated noise volumes due to equipment, machinery, and the movement of goods. The warehouse/ facility may be subject to dirt, dust, cleaning solutions, chemicals, and debris from the handling of goods. The warehouse/ facility may have safety hazards such as slippery floors, moving equipment, and the presence of hazardous materials. You will need to follow safety protocols and wear appropriate protective equipment as needed.
*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
**Job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
***4Front Ventures is an Equal Opportunity Employer
*NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
