The Role
Do you have passion for what you do? Are you self-motivated, results-driven and like working in a collaborative and team environment? Do you want to learn and grow with Purplefarm Genetics as we learn and grow with you? Then we have a position for you! Purplefarm Genetics is one of Canada’s premier craft cannabis producers. Coming from the legacy market, Purplefarm Genetics currently operates a 12,000 sq ft facility out of Johnstown, Ontario and expanded into Fredericton, New Brunswick to operate a 90,000 sq ft facility. We are looking for an Assistant Manager, Post Harvest to support our Post Harvest department to ensure our product is of the highest craft quality.
Responsibilities
- Support the daily management of all post-harvest activities, including harvesting, trimming, drying, curing, bucking, packaging preparation, and storage
- Supervise and coach Post-Harvest Technicians to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with SOPs
- Coordinate daily staffing, work assignments, and production schedules to meet operational targets
- Ensure all post-harvest activities comply with Health Canada Cannabis Regulations, GPP requirements, and EUGMP standards
- Monitor drying and curing environments, ensuring temperature, humidity, and airflow remain within established parameters
- Verify all production documentation, batch records, logbooks, and electronic records are accurate, complete, and submitted on time
- Perform line clearances and ensure proper material identification, segregation, and traceability throughout the process
- Monitor product quality throughout post-harvest and promptly escalate deviations or quality concerns to Quality Assurance
- Assist with investigations related to deviations, CAPAs, non-conformances, and customer complaints
- Ensure equipment is cleaned, sanitized, maintained, and calibrated according to approved schedules
- Coordinate with Cultivation, QA, Production, Sanitation, and Logistics to maintain production flow
- Assist in implementing continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, yield, quality, and labor utilization
- Monitor production KPIs such as throughput, yield recovery, labor efficiency, waste, schedule adherence, and on-time completion
- Train, mentor, and evaluate employees while promoting cross-training and skill development
- Assist in employee performance reviews
- Ensure compliance with health and safety policies, PPE requirements, and safe work practices
- Participate in internal audits, Health Canada inspections, and EUGMP audit preparation activities
- Assist with SOP development, revisions, and implementation of new processes
- Act as the Post-Harvest Manager during absences or as delegated
- Promote a positive culture focused on quality, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
- Other duties as required
Qualifications
- Have or be able to obtain a security clearance
- Demonstrated ability to consistently meet productivity and performance requirements
- Demonstrates high attention to detail
- High computer literacy
- Must be able to perform repetitive tasks
- Ability to work in a highly regulated environment
- Knowledge of cannabis industry equipment and OH&S regulations
Assets That Will Set You Apart
- Previous cannabis related experience is not necessary but is an asset
Physical & Work Environment
- Be able to work in a physically demanding work environment
- Remaining in a standing position for extended periods of time
- Ability to focus on repetitive tasks
- Hand and finger dexterity required for extended periods
- Consistent hand-eye coordination
- Wearing gloves and other required PPE for extended periods when required
- Working environment can have strong cannabis smells
- Exposure to pollen, allergens, and chemical pesticides in the grow facility or greenhouse
- Work environments that include exposure to, but not limited to, chemicals, fumes, dust, odors, extreme heat temperatures, heights, indoor AC, no AC, motion, noise, protective gear, vibrations, and water
Schedule & Position Details
- Full-time position based in Fredericton, New Brunswick
- Overtime and weekends may be required depending on operational needs
Compensation
Entry Level 1–3 years supervisory experience $55,000 – $62,000 annually
Mid-Level 3–5 years cannabis/manufacturing experience $62,000 – $70,000 annually
Senior 5+ years, GPP/GMP/EUGMP experience $70,000 – $80,000 annually
$55,000 to $80,000 annually, commensurate with education and experience
What You Can Expect at PURPLEFARM
At PURPLEFARM, our people are part of how we grow. We offer opportunities to learn, take on new responsibilities and contribute across a growing organization.
Competitive Compensation & Benefits Competitive compensation and employee benefits for eligible positions.
Learn & Grow Opportunities for hands-on training, cross-training and developing new skills as part of your role.
Work as a Team A collaborative environment where cultivation, operations, quality and other teams work together.
Make an Impact The opportunity to contribute to how we grow, improve our processes and build what comes next at PURPLEFARM.
Safety & Quality A workplace built around established procedures, quality standards and a commitment to working safely.
Apply
Interested candidates can apply by email to shannon@purplefarmgenetics.com.
Only candidates selected will be contacted and we thank each candidate for applying. Should you require accommodation at any point during the screening or interview process please let us know, as we are an equal employer.
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