LivWell
Plant Health Technician (Finance)
Apply pesticide treatments in a safe, effective, and compliant manner to all phases of growth.
Ensure accurate and legible logging of a variety of paperwork and labels.
Must be able to pass a medical evaluation, respirator fit test, and acquire the pesticide applicator license.
Maintain and operate spray equipment.
Up to date understanding of product labels, SDS, and mix rates.
Scout for molds, mildews, pests, and abnormal plant morphologies.
Enter collected data in Google Sheets and Excel, send reports as needed.
Maintain biological insect program by distributing beneficial insects, breeding sachets, and sticky cards.
Cleaning and maintaining all areas, equipment, and material throughout the cultivation.
Other duties as assigned, including, but not limited to assisting other departments to help facilitate the additional and/or supplemental work, such as, pruning plants, harvesting, trimming, packaging, cleaning and light maintenance as needed throughout the facility.
Workspace and Material Maintenance
Supporting the Leads and Supervisor of IPM to guide and train IPM department members to maintain proper organization and standard operating procedures.
Ensure organization and cleanliness of immediate work area.
Contribute to instructed cleaning, sanitizing, and organization in the cultivation.
Contribute and support to associates with a safe, well maintained, and organized work area.
After use of equipment or supply, follow through with cleaning and organizing SOPs.
Compliance and Reporting
Follow all instructed state and federal compliance regulations.
Report any improper action of compliance regulations.
Following instructed procedures will maintain compliance and safety. Any compliance or safety mistake or error created must be reported to the leadership of the department.
Supervision
Works under the direct supervision of the Leads of IPM and Supervisor of IPM
This person will be asked to lead, guide, and train IPM Technicians in the department to assist and support the Leads and Supervisor, but they will not be asked to discipline associates.
Job Requirement
This position is expected to perform duties at a highly productive and efficient pace, consistently.
To apply for a new position, employees must have served within this position for at least six months and be in good-standing before submitting the Grow Transfer Request form to the direct supervisor.
Working Conditions
Able to use a computer and/or hand tools while sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
Handling state approved pesticides and beneficial insects.
Able to move about a typical office, manufacturing and warehouse environment.
Working in warmer, agricultural conditions, wearing cover-all uniforms for protective layering.
Able to kneel, bend, reach, rotate, and stoop on an intermittent to regular basis daily.
Able to lift and move up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Consistent on-time attendance for all scheduled shifts. Prepared for full 40 hour week working scheduled shifts with occasional overtime shifts to complete daily and weekly objectives.
Handle and operate spray equipment for pesticide applications.
Occasional travel by conventional means including aircraft, motor vehicle and the like within the region and to other locations as required.
Job Qualifications
Work Experience
At least three months experience in the Production department to apply. Must be in good standing for the last three months at least to apply. Must pass the IPM Technician Test to be accepted in the role.
One year of work experience in a related industry or work environment.
Experience working in a fast-paced production environment preferred.
Demonstrates ability to consistently meet productivity and performance requirements.
Demonstrates high attention to detail.
Demonstrates professional and respectful demeanor towards others. Demonstrates respectful verbal and written communication capability.
Knowledge and background in cannabis cultivation required.
Must be able to secure appropriate work credentials from the State of Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Marijuana Regulatory Agency Enforcement Division.
Education
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Proven success in the following job competencies:
Teamwork
Detail Orientated
Leadership
Dedicated and Productive Work Ethic
Respectful and Effective Communication
Professionalism
Problem Solving and Decision Making
Quality, Compliant, and Safe Results
Willing to take Direction
Note: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with this job.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.