Floriculture Associate I (Education)

SUMMARY: The Floriculture Associate performs manual labor to assist in the maintenance, upkeep, stocking, and fulfillment of growing medicinal cannabis, including, but not limited to; watering, feeding, pruning, propagating, transplanting, cleaning, and harvesting.

Please note:
This position involves working with plant material, which may include exposure to pollen, allergens, and other plant-related substances.
We recommend that applicants with known plant allergies or sensitivities consult with a healthcare professional before applying for this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

The Grower will be responsible for assisting in daily activities as they pertain to maintaining the health of medical cannabis plants.
Work time expectation: 60% of the time will be spent working with plants in the grow rooms propagating, transplanting, moving, pruning, spacing, grading, watering, potting, harvesting and loading cannabis plants. 30% of time will be spent doing general duties around the nursery as they relate to the upkeep of the nursery, including 5s. 10% will be spent on continuous improvement.
Assist in the propagation, transplanting, moving, pruning, spacing, grading, watering, applications, potting, harvesting, and loading cannabis plants.
General duties around the nursery as they relate to the upkeep of the nursery, including 5s.
Scout for plant pests.
Assist in Irrigation and applications schedules.
Follow and uphold GMP/GAP standards.
Manage medical cannabis plants, giving each individual plant the attention, it needs.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
Ability to execute techniques consistently

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Education and Experience:
High school Diploma or General Education Degree (GED); 2+ years of experience working in a greenhouse/nursery environment or a related horticultural field; or combination of education and experience.

Other Qualifications:
Prior commercial agricultural experience in a greenhouse or nursery
Knowledge of controlled greenhouse environments.
Ability to follow protocols and willingness to learn new skills
Detail oriented
Effective time management skills and ability to multi-task
Ability to work effectively and in a cohesive team atmosphere with all areas.
Knowledge of Maryland/Missouri DHSS regulations preferred
Strong math skills