Lead Cannabis Processing Technician

Cresco Labs; Jonesboro (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major medical

401(K) match

FSA/HSA

LTD/STD options

Life insurance and AD&D

Paid holidays and paid time off

Annual discretionary bonuses

Stock options

Employee discount program

Job summary

Cresco Labs is seeking a Lead Processing Agent to oversee harvest material processing in a principles-based environment. The role requires at least 1 year in food production or similar manufacturing, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work with strict health and safety policies.

The candidate will schedule resources, perform QA, log results, and manage inventory using ADP/POS systems while maintaining a clean, compliant processing area.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in training, leading and mentoring staff.
• At least 1 year in a food production or similar manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow strict policies and procedures.
• Ability to measure, package and label precisely.
• Effective time management and ability to multi-task.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Exposure to plant material/dust and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Schedule resources across multiple processing activities (deboning, sifting, grading, final trim).
• Perform initial bulk QC inspection of batches.
• Report quality issues to Quality and Facility Director.
• Maintain daily performance log and continuous improvement board.
• Monitor Dry Rooms and Cure Room for proper temperature/humidity.
• Enter harvest batches into ADP/POS system and manage inventory.
• Monitor team productivity and time metrics.
• Adjust seed-to-sale software and transfers.
• Approve timecards and time-off requests in ADP.
• Verify weighing and logging of materials.
• Maintain a sanitary work environment and cleaning logs.
• Review emails for priorities and assignments.
• Ensure all functions meet quality and compliance standards.

Skills

Lead and train

1+ year manufacturing

Attention to detail

Measurement & labeling

Time management

Adaptability

Physical endurance

Tools

ADP/POS system

Job description

Cresco Labs is seeking a Lead Processing Agent to oversee harvest material processing in a principles-based environment. The role requires at least 1 year in food production or similar manufacturing, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work with strict health and safety policies.

The candidate will schedule resources, perform QA, log results, and manage inventory using ADP/POS systems while maintaining a clean, compliant processing area.