Aaron Arnold
Sanbornville
Summary
Results-oriented Cultivation Technician skilled in quality assurance and workflow optimization. Trains teams and implements innovative cultivation techniques to enhance operational efficiency and ensure safety compliance. Strong problem-solving capabilities and focus on continuous improvement contribute to success in fast-paced environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cultivation Technician
Ascend Wellness Group
Amesbury
06.2025 - Current
- Cultivated and maintained cannabis plants using best horticultural practices.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline cultivation workflows, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Developed innovative methods to enhance efficiency in cultivation processes, contributing to higher quality yields.
- Conducted regular inspections of plants for signs of disease or pests, promptly implementing corrective actions to maintain plant health.
- Weeded, thinned and pruned crops to verify proper sunlight and growth.
- Assisted in harvesting processes, ensuring quality standards were met throughout.
- Performed troubleshooting tasks when problems arose during any stage of the cultivation process.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies during operations.
- Monitored and maintained a safe working environment in the cultivation facility to ensure compliance with local regulations.
- Provided training for new staff members on safety protocols and general operations within the facility.
Customer Service Representative
TruGreen
Londonderry
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Resolved customer complaints through active listening and effective problem-solving, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Assisted customers with inquiries about services and products.
- Developed consultative communication strategies to improve customer engagement.
- Managed client relationships to enhance retention and drive sales growth.
Lab Technician / Mobile Specimen Collector
Integrated Resources / Quest Diagnostics
Haverhill
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Collected and processed biological samples for diagnostic testing, following chain-of-custody and sterile handling protocols.
- Traveled to multiple mobile collection sites, showcasing adaptability and strict adherence to regulatory standards.
- Performed donor health screenings and ensured procedural compliance, aligning with cannabis industry's regulatory focus.
- Operated specialized equipment for biological collection-relevant for cannabis lab testing and product quality control.
- Ensured data accuracy and sample integrity, facilitating precise reporting applicable to cannabis quality assurance.
- Trained new hires on safety protocols and proper documentation practices, enhancing team compliance and operational readiness.
- Promoted to team lead and instructor, showcasing leadership and team-building abilities in regulated environments.
Collections Specialist / OJI (On-the-Job Instructor)
American Red Cross
Danvers
10.2019 - 10.2022
Inventory Specialist
Skyworks
Woburn
01.2015 - 08.2015
- Coordinated stock replenishment efforts to maintain optimal supply levels.
- Managed inventory levels by coordinating stocking and ordering processes.
- Monitored inventory levels using Skyworks inventory management systems.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date inventory records.
- Conducted regular audits to ensure accuracy of inventory records.
- Performed inventory cycle counting and identified discrepancies.
- Investigated discrepancies between physical count and computer records.
- Organized regular cycle counts to identify any potential issues early on.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely management of incoming shipments and resolve discrepancies.
- Monitored stock levels to ensure availability of products.
- Created reports on inventory activity, shortages, overages.
- Created reports on inventory trends that informed operational decisions.
- Utilized barcode scanners to quickly update inventories in the system.
- Ensured proper storage conditions for all items in the warehouse.
- Coordinated receipt of incoming materials and verified accuracy of items received.
- Monitored database system to prepare and deliver customer orders on time.
- Assisted in training new staff on inventory processes and procedures.
- Established best practices for inventory control and loss prevention, enhancing accuracy.
- Participated in physical inventory counts to keep information accurate and current.
- Responded promptly to requests from customers regarding product availability.
- Monitored stocking areas to adjust volumes and storage requirements driven by production activity.
- Provided support during internal audits related to material management processes.
- Monitored database system to prepare and deliver customer orders on time.
Education
North Shore Community College
Danvers, MA01-2018
Skills
- Harvesting techniques
- Sample Handling
- Quality Control
- Quality assurance
- Aseptic Techniques
- Contamination control
- Plant care
- Greenhouse cultivation
- Inventory management
- Documentation
- Record keeping
- Inventory Tracking
- Workflow optimization
- Process troubleshooting
- Crop monitoring
- Harvest management
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety procedures
- Safety training
- Biosecurity protocols
- Cultivation
- Client Consultation
- Patient Intake
- Customer Service
- Team Training
- Employee training
- Team collaboration
- Leadership
- Leadership qualities
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Process improvement
- Environmental adaptability
- Active listening
- Lifelong learning
- Growing schedule
- Crop monitoring
- Safety training
- Employee training
- Cultivation
Certification
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician (PBT ASCP)
- OSHA & Infection Control Trained
- BLS & AED Certified
- Certified Home Health Aide
- HIPAA Compliance Training
Timeline
Cultivation Technician
Ascend Wellness Group
06.2025 - Current
Customer Service Representative
TruGreen
01.2025 - 05.2025
Lab Technician / Mobile Specimen Collector
Integrated Resources / Quest Diagnostics
08.2023 - 12.2023
Collections Specialist / OJI (On-the-Job Instructor)
American Red Cross
10.2019 - 10.2022
Inventory Specialist
Skyworks
01.2015 - 08.2015
North Shore Community College