Cannabis Post-Harvest Shift Lead

Higher Collective; New Britain, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Higher Collective in New Britain, CT, is seeking a Production Lead to support the Production Manager in post-harvest and packaging operations. You will guide Post-Harvest Technicians, train staff, and actively participate in daily production activity.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and adherence to SOPs and state regulations, with responsibilities spanning trimming, sorting, packaging, and inventory control in a fast-paced cannabis production environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in cannabis post-harvest, manufacturing or packaging.
• Knowledge of post-harvest processes including drying, curing, trimming, sorting, packaging.
• Lead or training experience preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to train, guide, and support employees while participating in production work.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Adherence to SOPs, safety requirements, company policies, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily post-harvest and packaging activities.
• Provide guidance and support to Post-Harvest Technicians.
• Assist with training on procedures, SOPs, equipment, and safety.
• Monitor workflow, productivity, and product quality; report concerns.
• Ensure production priorities are met and tasks completed per schedule.
• Maintain organized packaging workflow and comply with standards.
• Identify and report issues with packaging, quality, equipment, or delays.
• Support audits and compliance as required.

Skills

Cannabis post-harvest experience

Post-harvest processes knowledge

Lead/Training experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Detail-oriented

SOPs & safety compliance

Job description

Higher Collective in New Britain, CT, is seeking a Production Lead to support the Production Manager in post-harvest and packaging operations. You will guide Post-Harvest Technicians, train staff, and actively participate in daily production activity.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and adherence to SOPs and state regulations, with responsibilities spanning trimming, sorting, packaging, and inventory control in a fast-paced cannabis production environment.