Trim Tech I (Cannabis Cultivation)
🌱 We're Growing Our NETA Cultivation Team!
Location: Franklin, MA
Pay Rate: $15-$19.13 per hour depending on experience
Schedule & Hours: Monday through Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Grow Your Career with Parallel - Join One of Massachusetts' Leading Cannabis Brands with NETA
Are you passionate about plants, agriculture, and being part of a fast-growing industry? NETA is seeking a hardworking, dependable, and team-oriented Trim Technician I to join our Harvest Department in Franklin, Massachusetts. As an essential part of our cultivation operation, you'll help transform freshly harvested cannabis into premium products that meet our industry-leading quality standards.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy hands-on work, thrive in a team environment, and want to build a career in the rapidly growing cannabis industry.
NETA is one of the renowned retail brands under the Parallel umbrella, one of the largest multi-state cannabis companies in the country. At Parallel, we are pioneering a new paradigm of well-being through cannabis. As one of the largest multi-state cannabis companies in the United States, we operate across Florida (Surterra Wellness), Massachusetts (NETA), and Texas (Goodblend). If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy hands-on work, and want to grow with a company that's shaping the future of the industry, we'd love to meet you.
What You'll Do
Wet trim approximately 15-25 harvested cannabis plants daily
Assist with dry trimming, de-sticking, bucking, and post-harvest processing
Follow all NETA policies, procedures, and Massachusetts cannabis regulations
Meet daily and weekly production goals established by department leadership
Inspect plant material to ensure quality and consistency standards are maintained
Work collaboratively with a team of 8-16 Trim Technicians
Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work environment
Properly clean and sanitize tools and equipment
Accurately complete assigned tasks with attention to detail and efficiency
Support additional Harvest Department needs as assigned
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
Must be 21 years of age or older
High School Diploma or GED
Valid government-issued photo identification
Ability to follow detailed instructions and work independently when required
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Effective communication and teamwork skills
Ability to perform repetitive tasks for extended periods
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team setting
Preferred Qualifications
Six (6) months or more of cannabis, agricultural, greenhouse, horticulture, nursery, or cultivation experience
Previous experience working in a production or manufacturing environment
Passion for plant science and commercial cultivation
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly without assistance
Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, and reach throughout the workday
Comfortable working in varying environmental conditions, including heat, humidity, and cooler temperatures
Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
Ability to climb ladders and work safely around cultivation equipment
Comfortable working in an environment with exposure to plant materials, pollen, dust, odors, fertilizers, and varying indoor climate conditions
Working in a cultivation and production environment
Why Join Us?
Opportunity for career growth within one of the nation's leading cannabis companies
Benefits and Perks: Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Employee discount, 401k enrollment, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Pet Insurance, and more!
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Gain hands-on experience in large-scale commercial cannabis cultivation
Help shape the future of a rapidly growing industry
Ready to grow with us? Apply today and cultivate your future with Parallel!
Disclaimer:
Parallel reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this job description. Your employment with Parallel is a voluntary one and is subject to termination by you or Parallel at will, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time. Nothing in this document shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of Parallel associates.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique. NETA Pay Range $15 — $19.13 USD