About Us
Blizza (formerly VOLO) is a craft licensed producer that takes pride in the uniqueness of our phenotypes and its high quality to bring the best offerings to the market. With a focus on innovation and development, we strive to diversify our product line, ensuring freshness and continually enhancing our consumer experience.
Job Description: The Post-Harvest Lead will be responsible for managing the post-harvest operations, which include the processing, curing, trimming, and packaging of cannabis products. This role ensures that all post-harvest activities comply with company standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices, while maintaining high-quality output. This is a full-time, hourly position at $24-26/hr depending on experience. Must have cannabis security clearance and able to work on the weekends.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise and manage the post-harvest team, including trimming, curing, and packaging cannabis plants.
- Oversee the drying and curing processes to ensure optimal quality, flavor, and potency.
- Implement and monitor standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all post-harvest activities.
- Monitor environmental conditions such as temperature, humidity, and airflow to ensure optimal curing.
- Conduct quality control checks throughout the post-harvest process to ensure products meet company and regulatory standards.
- Track and report on production metrics, including yield and efficiency.
- Train, mentor, and provide ongoing support to post-harvest staff.
- Ensure proper inventory management and product labeling.
- Assist with compliance reporting and inspections related to post-harvest activities.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to post-harvest operations.
- Collaborate with other departments, including cultivation, packaging, and sales, to ensure smooth workflow.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in post-harvest operations within the cannabis industry.
- Strong knowledge of drying, curing, trimming, and packaging processes.
- Ability to lead and manage a team effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent attention to detail and quality control skills.
- Knowledge of cannabis regulations and industry standards.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to lift and handle heavy plants and equipment.
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing demands.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certification in cannabis cultivation or post-harvest processes.
- Previous supervisory or leadership experience in a similar role.
- Knowledge of advanced post-harvest techniques and technology.