Cultivation Associate

Join Bud & Mary's a premier, multi-state cannabis operator committed to Empathy, Excellence, and Value and help produce best-in-class cannabis products that serve medical and recreational customers across Colorado, Michigan, Missouri, and Iowa. As a Cultivation Associate in our Cultivation department (hourly/frontline), you will execute daily production tasks that keep our grows healthy, compliant, and high performing. Core responsibilities include plant propagation (cloning/transplanting), routine plant care (watering, feeding, pruning, trellising), vegetative and flowering phase support, harvest and post-harvest operations (bucking, trimming, drying support), equipment and facility sanitation, accurate inventory and seed-to-sale data entry, adherence to SOPs and safety protocols, and collaborating with the team to meet production schedules. We invest in training, career advancement, and employee wellness this role is an excellent entry point for growers who want to grow with a values-driven company.

Salary

$17 - $17 USD per hour

Required Skills

- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Ability to pass required pre-employment screenings and background checks and comply with state licensing rules
- Demonstrated physical stamina and ability to stand, walk, kneel, and perform repetitive motion for up to 810 hours per shift
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs routinely and push/pull heavier loads as needed
- Strong attention to detail and consistent follow-through to maintain compliance and product quality
- Basic plant-care knowledge (watering, feeding, pruning) or demonstrated willingness to learn quickly
- Comfortable working in controlled-environment conditions (varying temperature and humidity)
- Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety rules, and supervisor direction
- Basic record-keeping and computer literacy for inventory and seed-to-sale data entry
- Reliable attendance, punctuality, and dependable transportation to work
- Positive attitude, teamwork orientation, and clear communication skills

Desired Skills

- Previous experience in a regulated cannabis cultivation facility
- Formal education or coursework in horticulture, plant science, or a related field
- Experience with hydroponic systems, nutrient management, or environmental control systems
- Familiarity with integrated pest management (IPM) and safe pesticide handling
- Experience with seed-to-sale systems (e.g., METRC) and electronic inventory management
- Post-harvest experience (trimming, drying, curing, packaging)
- Basic equipment operation (forklift, pallet jack) or willingness to become certified
- Supervisory or leadership experience and interest in career advancement within cultivation

About Bud & Mary's

Bud & Mary's is a premier cannabis operator with a portfolio of brands dedicated to providing top-tier products and exceptional consumer experiences. Operating across multiple states, including Colorado, Michigan, Missouri, and Iowa, we are committed to quality, innovation, and community, delivering a diverse range of cannabis products for medical and recreational users alike.

Our core values drive everything we do, resulting in the best possible Bud & Mary's cannabis products.

Empathy: Empathy is the active, intentional effort to understand, appreciate, and connect with the circumstances and perspective of othersour teammates, our customers, and our partners. It means prioritizing the well-being and safety of the people around us, creating an environment where employees feel safe to approach supervisors, and leading with compassion, patience, and a positive attitude. This includes the courage to initiate and navigate difficult conversations with respect and grace.

Excellence: Excellence is the relentless, curious pursuit of technical precision, skillfulness, and accuracy in our roles. It is the commitment to continuous learning and leadership that means leveraging our understanding of cannabis science to teach, train, and uplift the entire organization. We focus on our strategic goals, ensuring that every action represents a contribution toward achieving high impact results for our team and our customers.

Value: Value is the tangible, measurable, and positive impact we bring to our communities, customers, and the industry. Delivering true value is the ultimate result of practicing Empathy and Excellence; it requires the integrity to handle difficult conversations and the commitment to growthof our business, our individual skills, and our peopleto consistently deliver our best work for every customer.

Benefits

• 401(k)


• 401(k) matching


• Dental insurance


• Employee assistance program


• Employee discount


• Flexible spending account


• Health insurance


• Health savings account


• Paid time off


• Parental leave


• Vision insurance

Equal opportunity employer

Bud & Mary's is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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