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Vegetation Manager - Cannabis Cultivation
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Flint, MI (In Person)
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We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Vegetation Manager to oversee all nursery and vegetative cultivation operations within a licensed cannabis facility. This role is responsible for leading daily plant care activities, managing a cultivation team, ensuring compliance with state regulations, and maintaining high standards for plant health, consistency, and efficiency. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership experience in commercial cannabis cultivation and thrives in a fast-paced, production-focused environment. Responsibilities Oversee all nursery and vegetative operations, including environmental controls, irrigation, lighting, and feeding schedulesSupervise, train, and motivate the vegetative/nursery team while maintaining high standards for quality, compliance, and productivityImplement and enforce SOPs for cloning, transplanting, pruning, pest management, and overall plant health monitoringMaintain accurate plant records in seed-to-sale systems (e.g., METRC) to ensure full regulatory complianceTrack growth metrics and plant health data to optimize yields and reduce plant lossCoordinate with propagation, flowering, and IPM teams to ensure smooth plant transitions and operational consistencyManage nursery inventory, including nutrients, grow media, tools, and other cultivation suppliesMaintain a clean, safe, and organized cultivation environmentEnsure all workflows align with compliance, safety, and production standards Qualifications 2-3+ years of leadership experience managing cultivation or nursery teams in a licensed cannabis facilityStrong knowledge of cannabis vegetative operations, including cloning, mother plants, and plant development stagesExperience with environmental control systems, irrigation systems, and nutrient scheduling programsProficiency with seed-to-sale tracking software (e.g., METRC) and regulatory compliance requirementsStrong leadership, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple prioritiesAbility to work in a fast-paced production environment with shifting demandsMust meet all state cannabis employment and licensing requirements (background check, age requirements, etc.)Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks including bending, standing, reaching, and repetitive motionComfortable working in warm, humid greenhouse/grow environments with exposure to grow lights and cultivation inputsAbility to work safely around fertilizers, pesticides, and sanitation chemicals (PPE provided) Preferred Bachelor's degree in horticulture, plant science, agriculture, or related field preferredExperience in high-volume commercial cannabis cultivation operations Perks After 90 Days Dental | Vision | Health InsuranceEmployee Discounts