Cultivation Manager

At Curaleaf, we’re redefining the cannabis industry with a strong commitment to quality, expertise, and innovation. As a leading global cannabis provider, our brands—including Curaleaf, Select, and Grassroots—offer premium products and services in both medical and adult-use markets.

Join us at Curaleaf to be part of a high-growth, purpose-driven company that champions corporate social responsibility through our Rooted in Good initiative, supporting community outreach and positive change. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, drive innovation, and help shape the future of cannabis.

Cultivation Manager

Job Type: Full Time; Exempt 
Location: Tooele, UT
Schedule: Monday to Friday - 7:00 am to 4:00 pm - flexibility to meet needs of business expected

Who You Are:  

As a Cultivation Manager, you will lead the way in defining and implementing cultivation standards across our vertically integrated wholesale market. Your work will ensure that Curaleaf delivers high-quality cannabis strains for both medical cannabis patients across Utah. You’ll oversee facility planning, team development, and operational strategies that align with our mission and goals. 

What You Will Do:  

• Manage facility design, equipment acquisition, and operational expansions in collaboration with the Cultivation Design Team. 
• Oversee CAPEX budgets and approve expenditures to ensure financial efficiency. 
• Develop and enforce QA/QC policies, health and safety standards, and cultivation best practices. 
• Monitor and optimize strain inventory, harvest schedules, and production efficiency. 
• Stay ahead of industry trends by testing and implementing cutting-edge cultivation methods. 
• Analyze operational performance, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and profitability. 
• Work closely with senior leadership, department supervisors, and cross-functional teams to align operations with company goals. 
• Submit weekly reports on key cultivation metrics and progress to the COO and other stakeholders. 
• Train, mentor, and manage cultivation staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. 
• Promote consistency by standardizing procedures, refining methods, and providing retraining as needed. 

What You'll Bring:   

• Bachelor’s degree in horticulture, agriculture, or a related field. 
• At least 5 years of experience managing large-scale commercial greenhouses or agricultural operations at a senior level. 
• In-depth knowledge of plant diseases, pest management, and modern cultivation techniques. 
• Experience with using irrigation platforms. 
• Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to lead teams and deliver results. 
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills. 
• Financial planning and budgeting expertise in agricultural operations. 

Even Better If:   

• Advanced degree in agriculture, or a related field. 
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and compliance standards in cannabis cultivation. 

Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted 
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time 
• Ability to occasionally climb ladder, crawl under low spaces 
• Ability to use computer/look at a screen for long periods of time 
• Ability to have close vision (able to read small print at 20 inches or less) 
• This position has allergen warnings - Potential exposure to dust, pollen, and plant pathogens.

 

What We Offer:

• Career Growth Opportunities
• Competitive Pay and Benefits (Health, Dental Vision)
• Generous PTO and Parental Leave
• 401(K) Retirement Plan
• Life/AD&D Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability
• Community Involvement Initiatives
• Employee Referral B