Cannabis Production Technician

M1 Enterprises LLC; Milford (MA); On-site; USD 22,041 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

M1 Enterprises LLC is seeking a Cannabis Production & Post-Harvest Technician to support daily cannabis production operations, including harvesting, trimming, drying, curing, and packaging preparation. You will handle inventory, follow SOPs, and ensure regulatory compliance while maintaining high quality standards.

The role involves collaboration with cultivation, packaging, and extraction teams, strict adherence to safety and sanitation protocols, and the ability to work in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous cannabis, agriculture, manufacturing, or production experience preferred.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Must meet state eligibility requirements to work in a cannabis facility.

Responsibilities

• Harvest and post-harvest processing including trimming, bucking, manicuring, drying, and curing.
• Weigh, label, and stage cannabis products for packaging or further processing; record weights and batch numbers.
• Follow SOPs for cannabis handling and processing; ensure compliance and documentation.
• Inspect products for quality, mold, pests, or contamination; maintain product integrity.
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards; participate in facility cleaning.
• Collaborate with cultivation, packaging, and extraction teams to meet daily production goals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Regulatory compliance

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Cannabis Production & Post-Harvest Technician

Department: Production Reports To: Production Manager FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Summary

The Cannabis Production & Post-Harvest Technician is responsible for supporting daily cannabis production operations including harvesting, trimming, drying, curing, packaging preparation, and inventory handling. This role ensures all cannabis products are processed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company policies and state regulatory requirements. Technicians maintain quality standards while following sanitation, security, and safety protocols.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Harvest & Post-Harvest Processing

• Assist with harvesting cannabis plants according to established procedures.
• Perform trimming, bucking, and manicuring of cannabis flower to meet quality standards.
• Hang plants and assist with drying room preparation and monitoring.
• Transfer product through curing processes while maintaining environmental standards.
• Sort and grade finished cannabis flower.

Production Support

• Weigh, label, and stage cannabis products for packaging or further processing.
• Accurately record weights, batch numbers, and other required information in inventory systems.
• Assist with product preparation for extraction or packaging departments as needed.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for cannabis handling and processing.

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain strict adherence to all state cannabis regulations and company compliance policies.
• Ensure all cannabis materials are tracked accurately within the inventory tracking system.
• Maintain clear documentation of production and post-harvest activities.
• Follow chain-of-custody procedures when transferring cannabis materials.

Quality Assurance

• Inspect cannabis products for quality, mold, pests, or contamination.
• Maintain product integrity and prevent cross-contamination.
• Report quality concerns or irregularities to supervisors.

Sanitation & Safety

• Maintain a clean and organized work environment in compliance with sanitation standards.
• Follow all workplace safety policies including PPE requirements.
• Participate in facility cleaning and sanitation tasks.

Team Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with cultivation, packaging, and extraction teams.
• Support daily production goals and schedules.
• Assist with other operational tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous cannabis, agriculture, manufacturing, or production experience preferred.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Must meet state eligibility requirements to work in a cannabis facility.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30-50 pounds.
• Repetitive hand movements including trimming and packaging.
• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions including humidity and temperature changes.

Work Environment

• Regulated cannabis cultivation and production facility.
• Exposure to strong cannabis odors.
• Work may include cultivation rooms, drying areas, and production spaces.

Compliance Requirements

• Must comply with all state cannabis regulatory requirements.
• Must pass required background checks for cannabis employment licensing if applicable.
• Must follow all company security and confidentiality policies.