Cannabis Production Machine Operator - GMP & Quality-Focused

Renew Cannabis Co.; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Renew Cannabis Co. in Maryland is seeking a Machine Operator responsible for setting up, safely operating, and maintaining a range of automated equipment to produce high-quality cannabis products.

The operator ensures products meet standards for formulas, appearance, and packaging, while keeping machines ready to run. In this role you will follow SOPs, perform inspections and calibrations, and work to improve efficiency with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; associate degree or certifications preferred.
• Effective time-management skills and ability to multi-task.
• Ability to work well with others while also completing individually assigned tasks.
• Ability to stand, sit, kneel, and lift equipment or plants up to 50 lbs. for extended periods.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing and challenging environment.
• Must be able to comply with GMP requirements.
• Must be able to work at heights.
• Prior experience running automated equipment.
• Basic math and mechanical skills.
• Curiosity to understand how the equipment works to support troubleshooting or process improvements.
• Effectively follow state and company compliance requirements.
• Excellent customer service, time management and organization skills.
• Prior cannabis experience not required.

Responsibilities

• Follow all department specific safety practices including the use of PPE.
• Maintain the organization and cleanliness of the designated work area, including supporting all 5S requirements.
• Remain compliant with all safety training requirements.
• Promptly report safety concerns, including near miss situations.
• Perform equipment inspections, calibrations, line centering, etc. to ensure successful operation of equipment.
• Increase operational efficiency and reduce waste through ownership, teamwork, communication, and collaboration.
• Work in a fast-paced environment and meet productivity standards.
• Follow SOP’s and work instructions to complete tasks according to company standards.
• Work in a quick and efficient manner and strive to consistently increase productivity.
• Responsible for regular maintenance and cleaning of all equipment.
• Participate in trial runs, new product development projects and training of other employees.
• Work in a team environment and be part of building a positive environment.
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness to improve and promote quality.
• Perform in-process and post-process quality assurance testing and conducting visual inspections to ensure all product meets or exceed our strict specifications and patient’s expectations.
• Ensure 100% compliance involving proper weighing, data recording, product tracking, and security awareness throughout all times.
• Participate in daily communication meetings.
• Elevate issues to a lead, direct manager, and HR as appropriate.
• Create a positive working environment.
• Escalate areas of process improvement.
• Perform any additional tasks assigned by a manager or lead.

Skills

Time management

Teamwork

Basic math

Mechanical aptitude

Quality awareness

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree or certifications preferred

Tools

Automated equipment operation

Job description

Renew Cannabis Co. in Maryland is seeking a Machine Operator responsible for setting up, safely operating, and maintaining a range of automated equipment to produce high-quality cannabis products.

The operator ensures products meet standards for formulas, appearance, and packaging, while keeping machines ready to run. In this role you will follow SOPs, perform inspections and calibrations, and work to improve efficiency with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and teamwork.