Cultivation Team Lead - Cannabis

CULTIVATION LEAD JOIN OUR PROFESSIONAL CANNABIS GROW TEAM

Are you an experienced cultivation professional ready to take the next step in your cannabis career? DACUT is seeking a knowledgeable and motivated Cultivation Lead to help oversee daily cultivation operations, support team development, and ensure plants are maintained to the highest quality standards.

This role combines hands-on cultivation work with leadership responsibilities. The Cultivation Lead will work closely with the Cultivation Manager to execute production schedules, train team members, and maintain compliance within a state-licensed cannabis cultivation facility.

About the Role

The Cultivation Lead is responsible for guiding daily cultivation activities, ensuring team productivity, maintaining plant health, and supporting facility compliance. This position serves as a key resource for cultivation staff and helps drive consistency across all cultivation processes.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and support Cultivation Technicians in daily tasks and workflows
• Train new employees on cultivation procedures, SOPs, and compliance requirements
• Monitor work quality and provide coaching to ensure standards are met
• Assist management with task delegation, scheduling, and production planning
• Promote a positive, accountable, and team-oriented work environment

Cultivation Operations

• Oversee daily plant care activities including watering, feeding, pruning, defoliation, trellising, cloning, and transplanting
• Monitor plant health and identify pests, diseases, nutrient deficiencies, or environmental concerns
• Ensure cultivation schedules are executed accurately and efficiently
• Assist with harvest planning, harvesting, trimming, and plant processing activities
• Maintain consistency in plant quality, yield, and cultivation practices

Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure accurate plant tracking and inventory management in METRC
• Maintain cultivation logs, production records, and facility maps
• Verify team adherence to state regulations, company SOPs, and sanitation protocols
• Assist with internal audits and state inspections

Facility & Equipment Oversight

• Monitor grow rooms for cleanliness, organization, and operational readiness
• Assist with environmental controls, irrigation systems, and equipment maintenance
• Report and troubleshoot facility issues when necessary
• Ensure all cultivation areas meet cleanliness and safety standards

What You Need

Required:

• 21+ years old (state requirement for cannabis work)
• 2+ years of cannabis cultivation, horticulture, agriculture, or related plant production experience
• Prior experience leading teams or serving in a senior cultivation role
• Strong understanding of plant health, nutrient management, and integrated pest management
• Ability to follow and enforce SOPs and compliance requirements
• Reliable transportation and dependable attendance
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work on your feet for extended periods

Preferred:

• Experience managing cultivation workflows in a commercial cannabis facility
• Working knowledge of METRC inventory tracking
• Experience with hydroponic, soil, or automated irrigation systems
• Knowledge of Michigan cannabis regulations
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: Based on experience
• Benefits (after 90 days):
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee product discounts
• Paid time off
• Career advancement opportunities within cultivation and operations leadership

Work Environment

• Climate-controlled indoor cultivation facility
• Fast-paced, team-oriented production environment
• Regular interaction with cultivation staff and management
• Exposure to organic pesticides, fertilizers, and plant allergens
• Occasional extended hours during harvests and peak production periods

If you're passionate about cultivation, enjoy leading others, and take pride in producing high-quality cannabis, we'd love to hear from you.

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