Post Harvest Supervisor

As a Post Harvest Supervisor at our cannabis company in Oglesby, Illinois, you will oversee all post-harvest operations, managing the team from the moment of harvest to the final packaging of the product. Your key responsibilities will include ensuring compliance with safety and operational guidelines, supervising the post-harvest staff, and coordinating with department leaders to maintain high flower quality. You will also manage inventory processes and the post-harvest labor model, ensuring that production goals are consistently met.

To be considered for the Post Harvest Supervisor position at our Oglesby, Illinois facility, candidates should have at least 2 years of cannabis experience in growing or post-harvest processing, along with a progressive leadership background of 3 years or more. An Associate's degree or relevant certifications are preferred. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience with data collection are key requirements to successfully carry out the role.

Managing a post-harvest team effectively requires strong leadership and communication skills, as highlighted in the Post Harvest Supervisor role. You should provide clear goals and expectations, motivate your team, and foster an environment of collaboration. Regularly engaging with team members, offering constructive feedback, and ensuring that everyone is trained on standard operating procedures will help in achieving high-quality results consistently.

As a Post Harvest Supervisor in Oglesby, Illinois, you will work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that requires adaptability and resilience. Daily tasks will involve exposure to allergens like cannabis, tree nuts, and coconut oil, so it's important to be aware of this while working. The role also demands physical stamina, as you'll be involved in labor-intensive activities like lifting and managing product inventory.

The salary range for the Post Harvest Supervisor position at our cannabis company in Illinois is competitive, falling between $60,000 and $75,000 USD, depending on your experience, qualifications, and the specific location. Additionally, there may be opportunities for a discretionary annual incentive program based on individual and organizational performance.

Share specific examples from your past experiences where you've led post-harvest operations. Highlight your familiarity with relevant procedures and your ability to enhance product quality through effective management.

Discuss the methods you use to monitor quality during post-harvest processing. Emphasize the importance of maintaining standards and how you implement checks throughout the workflow.

Talk about your leadership philosophy, whether it's hands-on, coaching, or collaborative. Provide examples of how you have led teams effectively in past roles.

Explain your conflict resolution strategies and perhaps share a specific instance where you resolved a team conflict. Highlight the importance of open communication and finding common ground.

Discuss your understanding of industry regulations and your experience implementing compliance within operational processes. Mention specific standards or checks you've established in previous roles.

Share your approach to prioritization, emphasizing time management techniques and how you adapt when unexpected challenges arise. Mention tools or strategies you use to keep your team on track.

Illustrate your familiarity with data entry and management systems, especially as it relates to tracking inventory and maintaining KPIs. Provide examples of how your data skills have benefited operations.

Discuss your methods of team motivation, such as setting clear expectations, celebrating successes, and fostering a supportive workplace. Share an instance where your approach led to a performance improvement.

Highlight your experience in developing training programs or onboarding processes for new team members. Discuss your methods of ensuring new hires are equipped to succeed.

Reflect on specific challenges you’ve encountered in past post-harvest roles and the solutions you implemented to overcome them. This will demonstrate your problem-solving abilities and resilience.