A licensed cannabis cultivation company in West Haven, Connecticut is hiring a self-motivated, precise, and team-oriented Harvest Technician to support post-cultivation activities across its cultivation department. In this hands-on, full-time role, you will participate in the full cannabis harvest process — harvesting plants, properly drying wet cannabis, accurately weighing and recording post-harvest materials, sanitizing and reloading flower rooms, and following all SOPs, GMP requirements, biosecurity standards, and state compliance regulations. No prior cannabis experience is required — the ideal candidate is someone with a passion for careful, precision-focused agricultural work and a genuine commitment to safety and compliance in a regulated production environment.
Must Be 21+ Years Old | Valid State ID Required | State Cannabis Badge Required (Background Check) | CT Licensed Facility
About the Role — Harvest Technician in West Haven, CT
Company Type: Licensed cannabis cultivation and processing company operating under Connecticut state cannabis regulations — a fully regulated, compliance-focused agricultural production environment
Department: Cultivation — post-cultivation / harvest processing support, with activities spanning harvest, drying, weighing, flower room management, and waste handling
Products: Cannabis flower for retail sales and plant material for oil extraction — both requiring precise, careful handling throughout the post-harvest process
Environment: Indoor cultivation facility — work involves exposure to temperatures up to 85°F and humidity up to 70%, allergens including cannabis and tree nuts, and physical requirements up to 50 lbs
Compliance Requirement: State cannabis industry badge required — involves background check and Connecticut state review process
Why Work as Harvest Technician in West Haven, Connecticut?
No Prior Experience Required: This is a genuine entry point into Connecticut’s licensed cannabis industry — the company trains you and values your precision and work ethic over prior industry experience
Growing Industry: Connecticut’s regulated adult-use cannabis market is one of the fastest-growing in New England — making harvest technician experience today the foundation for career advancement tomorrow
Regulated & Professional: This is a state-licensed, GMP-compliant, fully regulated agricultural production role — not an informal position, but a professional cultivation career in a highly structured environment
Team-Oriented Culture: Work alongside a cultivation team where precision, care for the product, and compliance with safety standards are the shared values that define daily professional conduct
Position Overview
This Harvest Technician role in West Haven, CT is a full-time, on-site position supporting post-cultivation activities within a licensed cannabis cultivation department. You will participate in all stages of the cannabis harvest process — harvesting plants with expert care and precision, properly drying wet cannabis biomass, accurately weighing and recording all post-harvest materials in compliance with state tracking requirements, sanitizing flower rooms between grows, reloading rooms for the next cultivation cycle, and handling materials and cannabis waste in accordance with SOPs and state waste regulations. Safety and compliance are central to every aspect of this role — you will follow GMP, biosecurity, and sanitation standards; comply with Connecticut state cannabis regulations; report safety concerns promptly; maintain and calibrate equipment as directed; and complete all required record keeping accurately and completely. The role requires a minimum of a high school diploma or GED, candidates must be 21 or older with a valid state ID, and must be able to obtain and maintain a Connecticut cannabis state badge, which requires a background check and state review. No prior cannabis industry experience is required — what matters is your attention to detail, your physical reliability, your commitment to following procedures, and your ability to work carefully and consistently in a demanding, regulated production environment.
Why This Role Matters: As Harvest Technician at this West Haven cannabis company, your precision and care during every harvest — from cutting plants to drying biomass to recording post-harvest weights — directly determines the quality and compliance of the flower that Connecticut patients and consumers depend on, you are entering one of the most rapidly professionalizing agricultural sectors in the United States — Connecticut’s regulated cannabis industry combines the precision demands of pharmaceutical production with the hands-on satisfaction of agricultural cultivation work, the no-prior-experience-required policy means this is a genuine career entry point for individuals who want to build a skill set in regulated plant cultivation, GMP compliance, and cannabis production that will have growing value across the Northeast as the industry matures, and your daily compliance with state regulations, SOPs, and safety requirements makes you part of the professional infrastructure that ensures Connecticut’s licensed cannabis industry operates with the integrity and accountability that regulators, patients, and consumers expect.
Key Responsibilities
Cannabis Harvest Process Participation
- Participate fully in the cannabis harvest process — harvesting plants from flower rooms with expert care, precision, and consistent attention to product quality and compliance with company SOPs
- Properly dry wet cannabis plants following company drying protocols — monitoring drying conditions, tracking timelines, and ensuring that post-harvest biomass reaches the correct moisture content for processing
- Accurately weigh and record all post-harvest materials in compliance with Connecticut state cannabis tracking requirements — maintaining the documentation accuracy that regulated cannabis operations demand
- Handle cannabis waste in accordance with company SOPs and Connecticut state cannabis waste disposal regulations — ensuring all waste is tracked, managed, and disposed of compliantly
Flower Room Sanitation & Reloading
- Sanitize flower rooms thoroughly between grow cycles — applying company sanitation protocols and biosecurity procedures to prepare rooms for the next cultivation round with zero contamination risk
- Reload flower rooms with growing materials, media, and supplies in preparation for the next production cycle — working efficiently and carefully to minimize downtime between harvest and re-vegetation
- Maintain the cleanliness and organizational standards of all post-harvest and cultivation support areas — contributing to the professional, compliant, and safe working environment that a licensed cannabis facility requires
- Follow all SOPs, verbal directives, training information, and department policies consistently — demonstrating the procedural discipline that state-regulated cannabis cultivation environments require from every team member
Safety, Compliance & Record Keeping
- Be aware of all workspace hazards and comply fully with Connecticut state cannabis regulations, area safety requirements, and PPE usage requirements at all times during work activities
- Follow all GMP, biosecurity, sanitation, and quality compliance requirements — maintaining the regulated production standards that the company’s state license and product quality depend on
- Report safety incidents and quality concerns promptly to a lead or supervisor — complying with all follow-up actions and demonstrating a proactive approach to workplace safety and product integrity
- Perform all required record keeping accurately and completely as directed — maintaining the documentation trail that state regulators, auditors, and quality programmes require for a licensed cannabis facility
Equipment Maintenance & Team Collaboration
- Maintain and calibrate tools, equipment, and machinery as directed by a lead or supervisor — ensuring all post-harvest processing equipment operates correctly and safely at all times
- Work effectively and respectfully with the cultivation team — completing both individually assigned tasks and collaborative activities with equal care, reliability, and professionalism
- Manage time effectively in a fast-paced, changing production environment — prioritizing tasks, maintaining focus during extended periods of repetitive work, and adapting to production schedule changes as needed
- Retain and demonstrate department-specific training — applying learned procedures, safety knowledge, and product handling skills consistently and correctly during all post-harvest activities
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Minimum of a high school diploma or GED — a college degree or relevant agricultural, horticultural, or production certifications are preferred but not required
Legal Requirements
- Must be a minimum of 21 years of age — this is a non-negotiable legal requirement for all employees working in Connecticut’s licensed cannabis industry
- Must possess a valid Connecticut or US state-issued photo identification document
- Must be able to obtain and maintain Connecticut state cannabis industry badging — requires a background check and Connecticut state review process prior to commencing work in the facility
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to regularly perform reaching, grasping, bending, stooping, and repetitive motions throughout the work shift — essential physical functions of post-harvest cultivation work
- Must be able to lift, carry, and balance up to 50 lbs independently — and up to 100 lbs with a colleague’s assistance — with extreme care when handling cannabis product
- Must be able to work in an environment with temperatures up to 85°F and humidity up to 70% for extended periods — physical endurance and environmental adaptability are important for this role
- Must be able to stand and/or sit for extended periods while maintaining focus, and must be able to work at heights as required within the facility
Personal Skills
- Effective time management and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging production environment — consistently maintaining accuracy and product care under production pressure
- Ability to work well within a team while also completing individually assigned tasks independently and without close supervision
- Prior cannabis experience is not required — what the company values is a self-motivated, positive attitude, genuine precision in hands-on work, and a genuine respect for compliance and product quality
About the Employer — Licensed Cannabis Cultivation in West Haven, CT
This Harvest Technician opportunity is with a licensed cannabis cultivation company based in West Haven, Connecticut — a state-regulated facility operating under Connecticut’s adult-use and medical cannabis licensing framework. The company produces premium cannabis flower for retail sales and plant material for oil extraction, maintaining rigorous GMP, biosecurity, sanitation, and compliance standards across all cultivation and post-harvest activities. Connecticut’s regulated cannabis market is one of New England’s most significant and rapidly growing, creating genuine career opportunity for production-minded individuals who want to build a long-term professional track record in a regulated agricultural industry that is evolving quickly and creating real employment pathways across the state.
Who Should Apply?
- Entry-Level Agricultural Workers: With experience in farming, horticulture, greenhouse work, or other plant cultivation environments who want to transition into Connecticut’s licensed cannabis industry
- Production & Manufacturing Floor Workers: With experience in fast-paced, GMP-compliant production environments who value precision, SOP compliance, and consistent quality in their daily work
- Detail-Focused, Self-Motivated Candidates: Who can work carefully and precisely through repetitive post-harvest tasks with sustained focus, physical stamina, and genuine care for product quality
- Connecticut Residents 21+: With a valid state ID, a clean background check history, and the eligibility to obtain a Connecticut cannabis state badge
- Career Changers: Looking for a meaningful entry point into Connecticut’s growing legal cannabis industry — no prior cannabis experience needed, just the right attitude, work ethic, and physical capability
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