Harvester

Schedule Requirements: Monday through Friday, 7:00AM to 3:30PM

Location: Franklin Cultivation and Production Facility

Everyone is welcome here. Each of us is unique, and that’s what makes us amazing. We believe in inclusiveness and celebrating each person’s individuality, because there’s power in bringing people with different points of view and life experiences together. That’s why we provide equal employment opportunities (EEO). All applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation.
So, bring yourself and your best ideas; when we feel safe and comfortable being ourselves, there’s no limit to what we can achieve.

The Harvester works with a small team in a faced paced environment harvesting the daily batch of mature cannabis plants. The Harvester is also responsible for processing dried batches of cannabis flower and assisting with other tasks around the department to meet daily production goals.

This role is with NETA, one of the renowned retail brands under the Parallel umbrella. Parallel is one of the largest multi-state cannabis companies in the world, owning and operating in five markets; Florida (Surterra Wellness), Massachusetts (NETA), and Texas (Goodblend). At NETA, we are a passionate group of patient advocates, experienced professionals, industry leaders and philanthropists. We have come together to improve the quality of patients’ lives through personalized care and the best in the art and science of medical marijuana. We provide registered patients and recreational customers in Massachusetts with first-rate marijuana therapies at our registered dispensaries in Brookline, Northampton, and Franklin. For more information, visit https://www.netacare.org.

• Harvesting between 150-400 cannabis plants daily
• Working with a small team of 2-4 Harvesters
• Additional tasks: De-sticking, Trimming and other tasks in the Cure Room/Trim Room
• Adhering to production requirements and plant count goals
• Completes work in a timely manner to maintain the flow of production
• Working closely with Cure Room Supervisors to maintain the proper flow of production
• Cleaning personal equipment and maintaining an organized workspace
• Maintaining time and attendance as well as all other conduct related requirements at all times
• Following Parallel policies and procedures for daily operation to comply with state medical marijuana regulations
• All other duties as assigned

Required

• Age 21 or over
• Valid Government-Issued Photo ID
• Strong work ethic
• Ability to work within a team
• Positive attitude
• Adaptability

Preferred

• Experience in production and/or agriculture

• Light repetitive lifting/reaching
• Standing for extended periods of time (2hrs min/10hrs max)
• Squatting/kneeling
• Ability to work in warm (70-80 degrees) and bright (HPS/LED lights) flower rooms
• Ability to work in dark flower rooms (requires use of head lamp)
• Ability to work in tight spaces
• Consistent hand eye coordination and excellent hand dexterity
• General Environmental Exposure: Work environment can/may include exposure to allergens (i.e. cannabis, pollen, dander), plant pathogens dirt, fertilizers, dusts, odors, fumes, high heat, low temperature, high and low humidity, noise, vibrations, water, dry salts, volatile organic compounds, heights, and varying air conditioning conditions (indoor A/C, no A/C). 

• Are self-motivated; micro-managing isn’t fun for anyone
• Roll your sleeves up and do the work; strategy is important, but so is getting stuff done
• Can work fast and be flexible; our industry is always changing
• Play nice with others; we collaborate with each other a lot
• Think creatively; sometimes, the “traditional” solution isn’t the best one

• Employee discount
• Consistent, reliable benefits; Full medical/vision/dental, 401k with possibility of a company match, access to company-sponsored well-being programs
• Balance and flexibility; paid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work arrangements
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Pet Insurance
• Chance to make a difference; Employee Relief Fund, community volunteerism through our Parallel Cares program

PARALLEL IS UNITED BY OUR VISION, MISSION, & VALUES

Our Vision – why we exist – is to pioneer well-being and improve the quality of life for humanity through the benefits of cannabinoids.

Our Mission – how we will do this – is to build a leading, global well-being company through the best talent, our values, trusted and recognized brands, science and technology-based innovation, and a relentless focus on execution and continuous improvement.

Our Values – Integrity | Collaboration | Alignment | Intentionality | Accountability | Agility

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.