Tilray is a global leader in medical cannabis research and production dedicated to providing safe, consistent and reliable therapy to patients. We are the only GMP certified medical cannabis producer currently supplying products to thousands of patients, physicians, pharmacies, hospitals, governments and researchers in Australia, Canada, the European Union and the Americas. Our team of PhD scientists, botanists and master horticulturists are leaders in cannabis research and related agricultural sciences. We strive to improve scientific understanding of the potential applications of medical cannabis and have invested in developing continuing medical education programs for health care practitioners around the globe.
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Reporting to the Regional Director Greenhouse Operations, the Grower will be responsible for overall health and success of crops within their assigned growing area. Working closely with the Lead Grower to ensure on time completion of the production schedule as well as fertigation strategies and environmental monitoring.
Role and Responsibilities
- Manage crops and monitors environment within their assigned growing area;
- Work with lead grower and supervisors to mentor in the training of Leads on the performance of production employees while maintaining a safe, clean and compliant workplace;
- Coordinates with Lead Grower to ensure fertigation sytems are maintained;
- Coordinates with Lead Grower timing of crop maintenance based on crop assessments;
- Complete all documentation to meet the company GACP/GMP standards requirements as it relates to the greenhouse environment;
- Ensure Batch Records are maintained with on time entry and crop logs and documentation are completed for assigned crops;
- Ensure compliance with company standards for cost control, waste reduction, quality, and safety;
- Provide leadership for problem and conflict resolution;
- Follow and contribute to the improvement of the Cultural Program;
- Coordinates with IPM Supervisor the needs of their growing area;
- Any other duty deemed essential as requested by the Regional Production Director and/or Lead Grower;
- Perform all aspects of crop analysis, scouting, fertigation and verification of work related to the crops within your zones;
- Provide assistance and backup coverage to other Zone growers based on their days off/holidays.
Qualifications and education requirements
- Completed a Horticulture or Agronomy Certificate or Diploma;
- 2 years work experience in horticulture (cannabis or other plants);
- Proven ability to effectively use Microsoft Office Applications;
- Strong inventory and production management skills;
- Must possess excellent communication skills for communicating with peers and schedulers;
- Highly capable of multi-tasking, with minimal supervision;
- Strong work ethic and positive team attitude;
- Good level of English.