Post Harvest Specialist
$18/hr
Entry
Cincinnati, OH, USA
In Person
Manufacturing & Production OperationsMachine & Process Operation
About the job
Requirements
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established procedures.
- Reliable attendance, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.
- Ability to work efficiently in a team-oriented production environment.
- Good organizational skills and the ability to complete documentation accurately.
- Ability to maintain consistent work quality while meeting production expectations.
- Willingness to learn post-harvest procedures, equipment, and compliance requirements.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to work in production environments with varying temperatures, humidity, plant material, dust, and odors.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including gloves, masks, hairnets, and lab coats, in designated production areas.
- Ability to work the assigned shift, with occasional schedule flexibility based on operational needs.
- Must be 21 or older, pass a background check, and obtain and maintain a Division of Cannabis Control employee badge.
- Ability to meet background screening requirements consistent with Ohio cannabis industry standards.
Responsibilities
- Support order fulfillment and assist vault staff with daily operations, inventory tracking, and product movement.
- Pack, weigh, label, seal, and organize finished goods according to production requirements and compliance standards.
- Handle harvested cannabis, monitor drying and curing conditions, trim and manicure buds, and assist with traditional or fresh-frozen harvests as needed.
- Assist with grow room maintenance, defoliation, and other cultivation tasks as assigned.
- Inspect products for quality concerns, contamination, or irregularities and report issues to the appropriate lead or supervisor.
- Maintain accurate production records, batch tracking, inventory documentation, and waste records according to company procedures.
- Maintain clean, organized work areas and follow established sanitation, personal protective equipment, safety, and compliance requirements.
- Meet established production targets while maintaining accuracy, consistency, and product quality.
- Assist with cleaning, organizing, equipment-related tasks, and other duties across departments as needed to meet operational demands.
Desired Qualifications
- Previous experience with cannabis trimming, drying, curing, or packaging.
- Familiarity with production documentation, inventory tracking, or regulated manufacturing procedures.
- Experience using scales, packaging equipment, or other production tools.
- Familiarity with sanitation standards and the proper use of personal protective equipment.
About the company
King City Gardens grows and processes medical and adult-use cannabis in Ohio, operating a 25,000-square-foot cultivation facility. It handles growing, harvesting, and hand-trimming in-house to produce flower, pre-rolls, vapes, and solventless concentrates like Live Rosin. It is veteran-owned and vertically integrated with its own The Garden dispensaries and a statewide distribution network, including an exclusive agreement to manufacture and distribute Jeeter pre-rolls, focusing on small-batch, hands-on cultivation to ensure consistent quality. Its goal is to deliver high-quality, consistent cannabis products, expand direct-to-consumer and partner sales, and create jobs within Ohio's cannabis industry.
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Forest Park, Ohio
Founded
2023
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- July 14, 2026 Jeeter partnership made King City Gardens Ohio's sole manufacturer.
- October 2, 2026 menus show The Garden open in Cincinnati with drive-thru traffic.
- Axios said King City added 50 employees and targets 80 as production ramps.
What critics are saying
- Ohio's 190 dual-use dispensaries squeeze pricing and shelf space for King City Gardens.
- King City spent five years litigating for its license; regulators already delayed entry.
- A DCC compliance failure would threaten both cultivation and The Garden retail licenses.
What makes King City Gardens unique
- Level I Ohio license plus The Garden retail gives King City Gardens vertical control.
- Forest Park cultivation and hand-trimming anchor its premium, small-batch craft positioning.
- Veteran-owned branding and Jeeter exclusivity distinguish it from commodity Ohio cultivators.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Employee Discounts