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Sierra Torres

Tolleson

Summary

Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to the ever-evolving cannabis industry with 8 years experience in commercial growing and streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

General Manager

Greenical Management, LLC
06.2024 - 05.2025
  • Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
  • Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
  • Ensured compliance with local and federal regulations by staying up-to-date on industry best practices and requirements.
  • Improved crop yields by implementing advanced cultivation techniques and optimizing environmental conditions.
  • Create and oversee harvest schedule and ensure product quality during harvesting, drying and curing stages.
  • Maintained detailed records of all cultivation activities, allowing for data-driven decision making in future crop cycles.
  • Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
  • Developed and implemented pest management strategies, reducing crop loss due to infestations.
  • Provided thoughtful guidance to personnel in navigating and resolving snags in productivity.
  • Managed a team of cultivators and post harvest staff, providing ongoing training and support to ensure optimal performance and productivity.
  • Source vendors and maintain vendor relationships.
  • Proactively identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations.
  • Schedule equipment maintenance and repair

Director of Cultivation

Matrix NV
09.2016 - 02.2024
  • Forecast all scheduling plant related (Clone, Vegetative, Flowering, Harvest, and Bucking) for the calendar year
  • Enhance team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Track pre/post harvest KPI's
  • Create and maintain testing and packaging schedule for finished product
  • Maintain a high level of compliance for both state and company requirements
  • Implement innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
  • Use both in-house and state required state seed-to sale tracking for plants and finished products
  • Oversight of order fulfillment and inventory control
  • Plant health/feeding/environmental monitoring oversight
  • Source vendors and maintain vendor relationships regarding cultivation.
  • Schedule equipment maintenance and repair
  • Proactively identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations.
  • Development and implementation of IPM and environmental programs (Curative and Preventative) to successfully eliminate powder mildew, microbials, and pests (fungus gnats, root aphids, thripps, and spider mites).

Cable Technician

IES Residential
06.2015 - 06.2016
  • Perform cable, telephone and internet installations
  • Ensure customer satisfaction by efficiently troubleshooting and resolving cable-related issues.

Lube Technician

Chapman Dodge
07.2013 - 01.2015
  • Perform fluid and tire exchanges on vehicles
  • Complete multi-point inspections
  • Give repair recommendations on each vehicle

Education

Electrical/Electronic Technology Diploma -

Caldwell Community College & Technical Institute
05-2013

High School Diploma with Honors -

South Caldwell High School
05.2005

Skills

  • Project Coordination
  • Staff Management and Retention
  • Project Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Schedule Management
  • Operations Management
  • Charismatic Leader
  • Problem resolution

Accomplishments

  • 2023 Jack Herer Cup, Las Vegas: (4) 1st Place Awards (Concentrates)
  • 2021 High Times Cannabis Cup, Las Vegas: Sativa Flower 1st place award (Super Sour Diesel)

Certification

  • OSHA 30
  • Nevada Restricted Pesticide Handler

Timeline

General Manager

Greenical Management, LLC
06.2024 - 05.2025

Director of Cultivation

Matrix NV
09.2016 - 02.2024

Cable Technician

IES Residential
06.2015 - 06.2016

Lube Technician

Chapman Dodge
07.2013 - 01.2015

High School Diploma with Honors -

South Caldwell High School

Electrical/Electronic Technology Diploma -

Caldwell Community College & Technical Institute
Sierra Torres