Post Harvest Technician

Medcan Group; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

30% product discount

Professional development

Employee assistance program

Monthly BBQs

Social events

Job summary

Medcan Australia is seeking an entry-level Post-Harvest Technician in Brisbane to support post-harvest processing for medicinal cannabis. You will handle drying, curing, trimming, packaging, and labeling while following SOPs and GMP standards.

The role offers four 10-hour days, on-site work, weekends as required, and a structured training program to develop precision and consistency in manufacturing. Weekly pay and staff discounts are provided.

Qualifications

• Ideally, 1 year of experience in agriculture, production or manufacturing industries.
• Reliable and proactive, with a strong commitment to completing tasks to a high standard and in accordance with company SOPs.
• A positive team player who contributes to a supportive and productive workplace.
• Enjoys a role where you can focus on one task at a time and complete it accurately and to a high standard.
• Willingness to perform manual tasks and ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including climbing ladders and varied environments.
• Able to commit to occasional weekend work and scheduled weekly overtime when required.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and inventory systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Process Cannabis meticulously, adhering to TGA regulations and GMP standards.
• Operate specialised processing equipment such as mechanical trimmers, buckers, induction sealers, and labellers.
• Execute all post-harvest processes including drying, curing, trimming, packaging, labelling, and preparing product for sale or transfer.
• Follow strict SOPs and WI to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and sanitary work environment in compliance with hygiene standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual handling

Teamwork

Deadline oriented

Quality standards

Tools

Mechanical trimmers

Buckers

Induction sealers

Labellers

MS Office

Inventory systems

Job description

Medcan Australia is at the forefront of the Australian medicinal cannabis industry, leading in cultivation, research, and education since 2016. Our commitment to innovation, patient health, and product excellence has fuelled our continuous growth.

Join our dedicated team in an entry level role that supports the production of Medicinal Cannabis, through the post-harvest team. We offer a structured training program and stable work environment where precision and consistency are valued. If you thrive in a stable, predictable setting and take pride in producing high-quality work, this is the role for you.

About the Role

As aPost-Harvest Technician, you will play an integral role in our manufacturing process, ensuring each product batch meets our high standards of quality.

This position is ideal for someone who appreciates a clear, consistent routine, takes pride in their work and is comfortable working to deadlines.

This role is offered on compressed hours, working four (4) days per week from 6:00am to 4:00pm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process Cannabis meticulously, adhering to TGA regulations and GMP standards.
• Operate specialised processing equipment such as mechanical trimmers, buckers, induction sealers, and labellers. (We will train you on how to use all the equipment so not worry if you’ve never done this before.)
• Execute all post-harvest processes including drying, curing, trimming, packaging, labelling, and preparing product for sale or transfer.
• Follow strict standard operating procedures (SOP) and work instructions (WI) to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and sanitary work environment in compliance with hygiene standards.

What we’re looking for…

Skills & Experience:

• Ideally, 1 year of experience in agriculture, production or manufacturing industries.
• Reliable and proactive, with a strong commitment to completing tasks to a high standard and in accordance with company SOPs.
• A positive team player who contributes to a supportive and productive workplace.
• Enjoys a role where you can focus on one task at a time and complete it accurately and to a high standard.
• Willingness to perform manual tasks and ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including climbing ladders and working in varied environmental conditions.
• Able to commit to occasional weekend work and scheduled weekly overtime when required.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and inventory systems is desirable.

Non-Negotiables:

• Able to complete a National Police Check resulting in a non-disclosure result
• Able to complete a medical assessment
• Valid driver license and mode of transport (Public transport is limited)

Why Join Medcan Australia?

• Compressed working hours - four (4) days per week, 6:00am to 4:00pm
• Weekly pay
• 30% discount on company products
• Professional Development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program for professional & personal support
• Monthly BBQs
• Social events & company townhalls