Cannabis Cultivation Associate

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

Full-time

*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.