Job Description

Pure Sunfarms is one of Canada's largest licensed producers of high-quality, greenhouse-grown cannabis based in BC's Fraser Valley (Delta). We are proud to bring together individuals from a wide breadth of industries, backgrounds, and experiences, with a diverse team committed to excellence. Our diversity drives our uncompromising approach to quality and success within the Canadian recreational cannabis market.


As part our Cultivation team, our Assistant Grower will support irrigation, nutrient management, and environmental conditions to ensure crop health and quality. You are a proactive team player, committed to maintaining high cultivation standards, aligned with Pure Sunfarms' focus on premium cannabis production, you will assist with crop care, fertilizer inventory, and pest management, contributing to our operational excellence.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist and lead with training new crop laborers and monitor the quality of their work to ensure adherence to Pure Sunfarms' cultivation standards, contributing to team efficiency and crop quality. Assist and lead in setting up and documenting crop trials, which contributes to process improvements and innovation within the cultivation team. Perform weekly plant registrations to assist growers in tracking crop progress, ensuring all plants are properly documented for growth and maintenance activities. Perform data entry for plant inventory tracking to support accurate record-keeping and inventory management. Understand and assist with climate control systems, ensuring the optimal growing and irrigation strategies are maintained for crops. Help optimize growing and labor strategies and efficiencies Monitor for pests and diseases, documenting findings and addressing issues to maintain a healthy crop environment, minimizing loss and improving crop quality. Assist with mixing and applying pest control products as needed, ensuring effective pest management practices are followed. Recognize and manage the removal of diseased plants to prevent the spread of disease, maintaining overall crop health. Help maintain overall greenhouse cleanliness, contributing to a safe workspace and minimizing contamination risks to crops. Be able to recognize and fix minor problems/concerns with the systems in the greenhouse Ensure Health Canada compliance is followed Ensure worker safety and understand Occupational Health & Safety policies

OTHER DUTIES

At Pure Sunfarms, we're committed to ensuring we're bringing the best we have to offer to our consumers. This means other duties may arise since we work together to ensure we support all business activities - seed to sale.

WORK STATUS

This is an on-site role, working in or supporting operations and working collaboratively with cross-functional teams across the business.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Education:

Diploma in Horticulture required Degree in Horticulture or a related field is an asset

Experience:

2+ years of experience in an agricultural or cultivation environment. Understanding of basic plant nutrition. Understanding of greenhouse environmental control systems. Preferably Priva

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Strong communication, time management, and basic problem-solving skills are essential for this role. Ability to work effectively as part of a team and take direction from senior growers, with a willingness to learn and support multiple projects. Basic to intermediate computer skills with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and a willingness to learn greenhouse environmental control systems. Interest in learning greenhouse climate control software and electronic systems for crop management, with exposure to Priva being an asset. Flexibility and adaptability to the job's requirements, along with the ability to meet the physical demands of a greenhouse environment, are important. Must have the ability to obtain and pass a RCMP Criminal Record Check and maintain security clearance

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to stand and walk for long hours while assisting with various tasks like crop work and irrigation. Must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds (e.g., fertilizer bags, equipment).


At Pure Sunfarms, we grow our team with the same care and commitment that we devote to our quality. We strive to be the best in everything that we do and are excited to learn more about your experiences and how you can contribute to Pure Sunfarms

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