Job Title: Facilities and Production Technician
Reports To: Processing Manager
Salary Range: $20-22 / hour
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Job Summary:
The Facilities and Production Technician will play a critical role in the cannabis production process by ensuring the accurate and compliant packaging of cannabis products, assisting with the drying process, as well as assisting with basic construction and maintenance projects around campus from time to time. This role requires attention to detail, precision, and adherence to all regulatory guidelines, along with a working knowledge of basic tools and power tools (hammer, drill, etc.). Forklift operation will be necessary with this role, so prior experience or certification is highly desirable.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Weigh and measure cannabis products accurately and precisely
- Assemble and package cannabis products into various types of containers, such as jars, bags, boxes, cartridges, or syringes, and apply appropriate labels and seals to finished products
- Operate automated and semi-automated packaging equipment
- Operate forklifts to aid the drying process and/or move equipment around campus
- Assist with post-harvest activities (drying, bucking, trimming, etc.)
- Perform quality checks on packaged products to ensure they meet quality standards and regulatory compliance
- Assist with construction and/or facility maintenance projects on campus or on the farms (off-site)
- Maintain accurate records of packaging activities as required by the Company and/or regulatory agencies
- Assist in managing inventory levels by ensuring accurate counts of finished products
- Adhere to strict safety and sanitation standards in the packaging area
- Collaborate with team members to meet production targets and deadlines
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Must be 21 years of age or older (as per legal requirements)
- Must be able to pass a criminal background check
- Forklift experience or certification is a plus
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Prior experience in cannabis packaging or a similar role is a plus
- Familiarity with power tools, basic construction a plus
- Knowledge of cannabis regulations and compliance is highly desirable
- Attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive tasks with accuracy
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and regulated environment
- Willingness to learn and understand new processes
Physical Qualifications:
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- Manual dexterity for packaging tasks
- Comfortable working with cannabis products
- Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time