Assistant Grower (Permanent, Full-time)
Location: Production facility, Vasco Cannabis, Trois-Pistoles, Quebec (on-site)
Start date: As soon as possible
About the Position
Vasco Cannabis is seeking an experienced Assistant Grower who is passionate about cultivation in a controlled environment and able to oversee all cultivation operations with care, independence and leadership. The candidate must have at least one year of hands-on experience with a Canadian cannabis company licensed by Health Canada.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, coordinate and oversee all stages of cultivation.
- Maintain plant health, quality and performance in line with established standards.
- Guide, train and support the cultivation team day to day.
- Improve processes, identify opportunities for improvement and drive continuous progress.
- Manage environmental conditions, inputs, cultivation cycles and production schedules.
- Track data, yields and performance indicators carefully.
- Work with management to ensure compliant, high-quality and efficient operations.
Requirements
- At least one year of experience in a similar role (Master Grower, Assistant Master Grower or Production Team Lead) at a comparable company.
- Relevant education in horticulture, agronomy, plant production or a related field (an asset).
- Excellent understanding of good cultivation practices in a controlled environment.
- Experience with custom irrigation systems (a strong asset).
- Strong leadership, independence, resourcefulness and organizational skills.
- Ability to work in a dynamic, growing, quality-focused environment.
- French is an asset but not required.
What's on Offer
- Medical and dental coverage, pension plan, and potential bonus or stock options.
- Three weeks' vacation.
- Regular 8 to 4 schedule with paid breaks.
- Relocation support, including temporary housing.