$55,000–$80,000 annually, based on education and experience
PURPLEFARM is looking for an Assistant Manager, Post Harvest to support our Post Harvest department in Fredericton, New Brunswick.
In this role, you will help manage the day-to-day post-harvest operation and the team responsible for ensuring our flower meets PURPLEFARM's quality standards from harvest through drying, curing, trimming and preparation for packaging.
What You’ll Do Support the daily management of post-harvest activities including harvesting, trimming, drying, curing, bucking, packaging preparation and storage
Supervise, coach and support Post-Harvest Technicians
Coordinate daily staffing, work assignments and production schedules
Ensure operations comply with Health Canada Cannabis Regulations, GPP requirements and EUGMP standards
Monitor drying and curing environments, including temperature, humidity and airflow
Verify production documentation, batch records, logbooks and electronic records
Maintain material identification, segregation and traceability throughout the process
Monitor product quality and elevate deviations or quality concerns to Quality Assurance
Support investigations involving deviations, CAPAs, non-conformances and customer complaints
Ensure equipment is cleaned, sanitized, maintained and calibrated according to approved schedules
Coordinate with Cultivation, QA, Production, Sanitation and Logistics teams
Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, yield, quality and labour utilization
Monitor production KPIs including throughput, yield recovery, labour efficiency, waste and schedule adherence
Train, mentor and evaluate employees while supporting cross-training and skill development




Participate in performance coaching and employee reviews
Support internal audits, Health Canada inspections and EUGMP audit preparation
Assist with SOP development, revisions and implementation
Act as the Post-Harvest Manager when delegated or during absences
What We're Looking For Ability to obtain or maintain the required security clearance
Strong attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to consistently meet productivity and performance requirements
Ability to work effectively in a highly regulated environment
Knowledge of cannabis-industry equipment and occupational health and safety requirements
Ability to perform repetitive tasks and work in a physically demanding production workplace
Previous cannabis experience is an asset but is not required.
This is a hands-on role within our Fredericton production facility.
Candidates must be comfortable: Standing for extended periods
Using their hands and fingers for extended periods
Wearing gloves and other required PPE
Working around strong cannabis aromas
Working in environments where pollen, allergens, dust, chemicals, noise and other production-related conditions may be present
Compensation Compensation is based on education and experience.
Entry Level 1–3 years of supervisory experience = $55,000–$62,000 annually
Mid-Level 3–5 years of cannabis or manufacturing experience = $62,000–$70,000 annually
Senior 5+ years of GPP, GMP or EUGMP experience = $70,000–$80,000 annually
Schedule This is a full-time position based in Fredericton, New Brunswick .
Overtime and weekend work may be required depending on operational needs.
PURPLEFARM is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants may request accommodation at any point during the screening or interview process.

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📌 Assistant Manager, Post Harvest (Fredericton, NB) (New Brunswick)
🏢 Purplefarm
📍 New Brunswick