Kaprikorn is Hiring a Nursery Team Member!
Kaprikorn is a family-owned and operated recreational cannabis company based in Oregon, with a nursery in Lowell and an indoor cannabis facility in Eugene. We are looking for a part-time team member to join our team at the nursery location in Lowell!
- How to Apply: Please carefully follow the instructions in the "How to Apply" section to be considered for this role.
Role Overview: Part-Time Nursery Team Member
We are looking for a team member to help care for our mother plants in our greenhouse. Much of the role involves pruning mother plants, watering, transplanting, and physically moving large plants.
This is a hands-on, physically demanding position that will keep you active throughout the day. You may be a great fit if you enjoy working with plants, have strong attention to detail, and prefer a job that keeps you moving.
We value cross-training and teamwork, so you will likely also spend time working in our clone facility. Tasks may include cloning, caring for clones, and preparing clone orders for customers.
We also operate a facility in Eugene, and you may occasionally be scheduled to work at that location. Responsibilities there may include harvesting, post-harvest work, packaging, cleaning, and assisting with other production tasks as needed. Flexibility and a willingness to learn different areas of our operation are important parts of this role.
- Must be 21 years old or older and eligible for an OLCC marijuana worker permit.
Work Schedule:
- Anticipated Part-Time Shift: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM (24-30 hrs per week)
Important Note: Oregon experiences wildfires during summer, which can create smoky conditions. In severe cases, employees will be required to wear respirators in compliance with OSHA standards.
Physical Job Requirements
Standing, Sitting and Walking:
- Ability to stand and/or sit up to 8-10 hours per day.
- Ability to walk or move around frequently, including down narrow aisles.
Lifting and Carrying:
- Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the day.
- Ability to lift heavy objects from floor to waist level and from waist level to shoulder level.
Repetitive Movements:
- Physiological capability to perform sustained repetitive work for 8-10 hours a day on every workday.
- This includes repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements, including gripping, grasping, and fine motor tasks, and also repetitive bending, twisting, and reaching motions.
Manual Dexterity:
- Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to perform precision tasks.
- Ability to manipulate tools and equipment with precision.
Postural Requirements:
- Ability to maintain various postures for extended periods, including sitting, standing, bending, squatting, and kneeling.
- Ability to perform tasks while in awkward or static positions, such as reaching over plants.
Strength and Endurance:
- Adequate physical strength to exert force repeatedly without fatigue or ergonomic injury.
- Stamina to perform physical tasks continuously without experiencing undue fatigue.
Coordination and Balance:
- Good balance, athleticism and coordination to perform tasks safely and efficiently.
- Ability to safely climb and balance on 10-foot ladders.
Sensory Abilities:
- Adequate vision (with or without corrective lenses) to see details up close and at a distance.
- Good hearing ability (with or without hearing aids) to detect and respond to sounds and alarms.
What We Offer Part-Time:
- $18 per hour
- Paid sick time
- 401(k) plan with a 5% employer match after six months of employment
How to Apply:
Send your resume and a thoughtful cover letter through Indeed. If you are unable to attach your cover letter on Indeed, please send your cover letter to [email protected]. Be sure to showcase your relevant experience and why you'd be a great fit for Kaprikorn. Those with a quality cover letter letting us know more about them and why they are interested in the position are most likely to be interviewed for this position.
Connect with Us:
Follow us on Instagram @kaprikorn.nursery | @kaprikorn_oregon and explore our website, kaprikorn.com to learn more about our company.
Note: Please do not contact us through our nursery orders phone number or email as the team members who monitor these are not involved in the hiring process. Thank you!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) 5% Match
- Employee discount
- Paid sick time
Application Question(s):
- What interested you in applying for this position?
- This position is based in Lowell, Oregon. Would that commute work for you?
License/Certification:
- OLCC marijuana worker's permit (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
