Cultivation Manager

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IN A NUTSHELL…

The Indoor Cultivation Manager is responsible for managing day-to-day grow operations, providing support for facility employees, coordinating with labor and production management, as well as making strategic decisions for best practices for indoor growing.

This role is with Surterra, one of the renowned retail brands under the Parallel umbrella. Parallel is one of the largest multi-state cannabis companies in the world, owning and operating in five markets; Florida (Surterra Wellness), Massachusetts (NETA), Pennsylvania (Goodblend), Nevada (The Apothecary Shoppe) and Texas (Surterra Wellness). If you enjoy companies that are growing, moving fast, and constantly challenging themselves to achieve more, then Parallel is for you. We work hard, lean on each other, and are passionate about a pretty ambitious vision … pioneering a new paradigm of what well-being can be for all people, everywhere. For more information, visit www.liveparallel.com.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Oversee daily growing compliance. Ensure all indoor cultivation SOP's are documented and updated
• Maintain and enforce a culture of compliance for all cultivation activities with strict adherence to the Florida Statues for a Medical Marijuana Treatment Center, as well as regulations set forth by local, state and federal agencies such as OSHA
• Ensure cultivation excellence in all aspects of grow operations. This role will be very "hands-on" in all aspects of the cultivation process
• Manage all grow operation tasks - cloning, transplanting, feeding plants, defoliation, super cropping, topping, flushing, waste disposal, and inventory management
• Work with IPM to ensure all pest prevention and foliar spray schedules are being maintained
• Ensure accurate data collection and management to direct proper growing decisions
• Focus on plant health and wellness. Work with IPM team and process to ensure production quality and success
• Be an effective and collaborative partner with other department managers
• Implement effective systems and routines throughout the cultivation process to manage and track overall plant health
• Manage the cultivation systems. Ensure proper inputs and confirm operations through daily audit of monitoring data
• Maintain knowledge of industry trends and ensure continuous improvement
• Work directly with Cultivation Enterprise Team to provide optimal solutions
• Partner with cross functional leads to drive innovation and ensure ongoing collaboration
• Support the production and labor teams. Assist with labor scheduling and hiring needs
• Assist in new property startup – labor and compliance training. Some travel will be required
  
  

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS YOU'LL BRING

• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office computer skills and ability to adapt to other software programs as required
• Fertigation and Environmental control system experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Horticulture/Agriculture Sciences
• Possession of Florida Private Applicators License
• Proven leadership in commercial cannabis growing environment. Success in implementing highly efficient processes
• Working knowledge of advanced cannabis cultivation systems: computerized controls, irrigation, hydroponic growing systems
• 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
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills (verbal, non-verbal, written), with the ability to build relationships at all levels, both internally and externally
• Age 21 or over (Required)
• High School Diploma or equivalent (Required)
• Valid Government-Issued Photo ID (Required)
  
  

YOU WILL BE SUCCESSFUL IF YOU…

• Are self-motivated; micro-managing isn't fun for anyone
• Roll your sleeves up and do the work; strategy is important, but so is getting stuff done
• Can work fast and be flexible; our industry is always changing
• Play nice with others; we collaborate with each other a lot
• Think creatively; sometimes, the "traditional" solution isn't the best one
  
  

WHAT YOU GET

• Consistent, reliable benefits; Full medical/vision/dental, 401k with possibility of a company match, access to company-sponsored well-being programs
• Personal growth; industry-leading leadership and professional development offerings
• Balance and flexibility; paid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work arrangements
• Belonging and voice; employee resource groups, product advisory councils, monthly opportunities to share feedback and discuss your employee experience
• Chance to make a difference; Employee Relief Fund, community volunteerism through our Parallel Cares program
• Equity opportunity; ability to share in both the short-term and the long-term financial success of Parallel
• Employee discount
  
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Requires the ability to stand for prolonged periods of time, and consistent attention to detail for 10 hours per day
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. unassisted and up to 80 lbs. assisted
• Must be able to bend, lift and stoop continuously
• Indoor Cultivation environment
  
  

PARALLEL IS UNITED BY OUR VISION, MISSION, & VALUES

Our Vision – why we exist – is to pioneer well-being and improve the quality of life for humanity through the benefits of cannabinoids.

Our Mission – how we will do this – is to build a leading, global well-being company through the best talent, our values, trusted and recognized brands, science and technology-based innovation, and a relentless focus on execution and continuous improvement.

Our Values – Integrity | Collaboration | Alignment | Intentionality | Accountability | Agility

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and encourage our employees' differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique.