Jon McGiveron

Experience

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  High Sierra Cultivation

  Apr 2015 - Jun 2018

  Director of Cultivation

  • Designed cultivation facility in April 2016 for medical and recreational purposes• Emphasized horseshoe layout for efficient production flow and lab-like environment• Led all aspects of facility development, ensuring compliance with Nevada NRS 453d• Coordinated with CEO, investors, and contractors for seamless facility transition• Managed cultivation operations from seed to sale with a team of 40 employees• Oversaw contractor execution to optimize cultivation operations• Developed production plan to minimize pest risks and inter-departmental travel• Assisted in completion of Nevada NRS 453d compliance regulatory handbook• Designed SOP protocols integrating proven methodologies• Implemented sustainable growing techniques and environmentally friendly materials Show less

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  Jushi Holdings Inc. (NuLeaf)

  Jun 2018 - Jan 2024

  Director of Cultivation

  • Managed daily operations and production for two large horticultural facilities• Enforced GAP/GMP standards and refined protocols across growth cycles• Led teams in precision fertigation, IPM, tissue culture, and plant health• Contributed to ERP database creation for crop analytics and compliance• Directed cost management, budgeting, and profit analysis• Developed patented tissue culture growth media, enhancing success rates• Orchestrated fertigation, feeding regimen design, and production scheduling• Implemented production strategies increasing annual yields by up to 30%• Designed tissue culture lab to improve facility standards and efficiency• Maintained a <5% annual employee turnover with a high-performing team Show less

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  AgriFlo Solutions

  Jan 2024 - now

  Horticulture/ Leadership Consultant

  •With over a decade of expertise in cannabis building design and project management, I offer precise solutions to promote healthy plant growth.•Tailored for diverse grow environments, my solutions ensure success at every growth phase.•Guiding the implementation of building management systems and Agricultural control systems, I design grow rooms for rapid turnover and sterility, prioritizing longevity.•Our system designs focus on preventing harmful pathogens, safeguarding product integrity.•Addressing pest and pathogenic challenges, I help fortify plant stock and empower teams with training on preventive and curative plant and pest management techniques.•Through innovative methods, I optimize tissue culture protocols, lab designs, and best practices to prioritize cleanliness and sterility.•Providing guidance on maintaining plant cleanliness from seed to sale ensures optimal growth and quality assurance, with around-the-clock support throughout our collaboration. Show less

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  Biolein

  Jan 2024 - now

  Environmental Project Manager

  • Manage comprehensive environmental projects at nationally recognized production and fulfillment facilities, specifically Amazon locations. • Oversee industrial vacuum services, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and client specifications.• Direct the project lifecycle from initial planning and permitting through to execution, completion, and financial procurement.• Develop and implement detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets, optimizing resource allocation and ensuring project profitability using local vendors.• Conduct site assessments and safety assessments for each facility, utilizing onsite staff to assist with logistics and planning.• Maintain project progress and thorough documentation to track each job.• Manage communications, fostering positive client relationships and ensuring project objectives aligned with client expectations.• Lead teams of vendors across the country, providing guidance, mentoring, and training to ensure high-performance delivery and adherence to safety protocols. Show less