Lead Production Technician

Curaleaf; Litchfield (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

HSA/FSA participation

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness program and gym discounts

401(k) with company match

Life and disability insurance

Parental leave

Bereavement leave

Employee discounts

Job summary

Curaleaf is seeking a Lead Production Technician in Litchfield, IL. You will oversee filling and packaging cannabis products, lead a team, and ensure quality and safety standards are met.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, training, and cross‑functional collaboration to meet production goals. Responsibilities include supervising packaging tasks, maintaining inventory records, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Hands-on leadership in a production environment preferred.
• Ability to train and mentor team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Packaging Technicians in daily production tasks.
• Oversee all lab product filling and packaging activities for compliance.
• Manage inventory and recordkeeping for products and materials.
• Guide tasks like filling capsules, syringes, and cartridges.
• Monitor productivity metrics hourly and daily, drive improvements.
• Ensure safety, sanitation, and adherence to SOPs.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Reliability

Time management

Leadership abilities

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Weight and measurement knowledge

SOP compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Bereavement leave

At Curaleaf, we’re redefining the cannabis industry with a strong commitment to quality, expertise, and innovation. As a leading global cannabis provider, our brands—including Curaleaf, Select, and Grassroots—offer premium products and services in both medical and adult‑use markets.

Join us at Curaleaf to be part of a high‑growth, purpose‑driven company that champions corporate social responsibility through our Rooted in Good initiative, supporting community outreach and positive change. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, drive innovation, and help shape the future of cannabis.

Lead Production Technician

Job Type: Full-Time; Non-Exempt

Shift: Monday - Thursday, 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM

Location: Litchfield, IL

Pay Rate: Starting at $21.25/hr.

Who You Are:

As a Lead Production Technician, you’ll oversee the filling and packaging operations of cannabis products such as vaporizers, RSO syringes, capsules, tablets, and concentrates. Your role ensures product integrity, operational efficiency, and adherence to safety standards. You are a hands‑on leader who drives productivity, supports team development, and collaborates across departments to meet operational goals.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead a team of Packaging Technicians in daily production tasks, including filling, sealing, packaging, and labeling cannabis products.
• Oversee all lab product filling and packaging activities while ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Manage inventory and ensure accurate recordkeeping for all products and materials.
• Perform and guide team members in tasks such as:
• Filling capsules, concentrates, syringes, and vaporizer cartridges.
• Weighing, counting, sealing, and packaging products with precision.
• Applying tamper‑evident seals and batch‑specific labeling.
• Monitor and drive productivity metrics, tracking performance hourly and daily.
• Train and mentor team members, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
• Troubleshoot equipment and ensure all tools are maintained in a ready state.
• Maintain compliance with state regulations, including product labeling and seed‑to‑sale tracking systems.
• Implement and uphold continuous improvement initiatives like 5S and waste reduction practices.
• Ensure workplace safety and sanitation standards are met at all times.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to align production with the demand plan and schedule.

What You’ll Bring:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and honesty.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and leadership abilities.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Basic mechanical aptitude for operating and maintaining equipment.
• Understanding of weight and measurement concepts.
• Ability to follow and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Even Better If:

• You have hands‑on experience in a manufacturing or production environment is a plus.
• You have experience leading a team of 12 or more employees in a manufacturing setting.
• You bring Six or more months of experience in cannabis filling and packaging operations.
• You have familiarity with compliance, product integrity, and safety protocols.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time
• Ability to occasionally climb ladder, crawl under low spaces
• Ability to use computer/look at a screen for long periods of time
• Ability to have close vision (able to read small print at 20 inches or less)
• This position has allergen warnings - potential exposure to dust, pollen, and plant pathogens.

What We Offer:

Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance*
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and/or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)*
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness program and challenges
• Gym discounts

Financial Security

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Life and disability insurance*
• Supplemental Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Insurance*
• Commuter benefits*

Time Off

• Paid time off (PTO) including vacation*, sick leave and holidays
• Parental leave
• Bereavement leave

Additional Perks

• Employee discounts
• Recognition programs
• Pet insurance*
• Available to eligible, full‑time employees only.

Illinois Hiring Range

$21.25—$24 USD

What We Offer:

• Career Growth Opportunities
• Competitive Pay and Benefits
• Generous PTO and Parental Leave
• 401(K) Retirement Plan
• Life/ Disability Insurance
• Community Involvement
• Referral Bonuses and Product Discounts

Benefits vary by state, role type, and eligibility.

Follow us on Social Media:

Instagram: @curaleaf.usa

Twitter: @Curaleaf_Inc

LinkedIn: Curaleaf LinkedIn

Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (TSX: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf") is a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis with a mission to enhance lives by cultivating, sharing, and celebrating the power of the plant. As a high‑growth cannabis company known for quality, expertise and reliability, the Company, and its brands, including Curaleaf, Select, Grassroots, Find, and Anthem provide industry‑leading service, product selection and accessibility across the medical and adult‑use markets. Curaleaf International is powered by a strong presence in all stages of the supply chain. Its unique distribution network throughout Europe, Canada and Australasia brings together pioneering science and research with cutting‑edge cultivation, extraction and production. Home | Curaleaf | Cannabis with Confidence

Our Vision:

To be the world's leading cannabis company by consistently delivering superior products and services and driving the global acceptance of cannabis.

Our Values:

• Lead and Inspire.
• Commit to Win.
• ONE Curaleaf.
• Driven to Deliver Excellence.

Curaleaf is an equal opportunity employer. Curaleaf recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Individuals adversely impacted by the war on drugs are encouraged to apply.

Current Curaleaf employees should apply for open positions through our Internal Job Board, which can be accessed via the link on The Leaf.

• Please note that U.S. immigration rules and regulations are governed by federal law; not state law. Although Curaleaf operates in states that have legalized and decriminalized marijuana, it is still considered a controlled substance under federal regulations and thus illegal under federal law. For this reason, unless and until federal law changes, Curaleaf is prohibited from offering sponsorship for any non‑immigrant or immigrant visas.
• Please also note that while candidates who are Lawful Permanent Residents (such as those with Green Cards) are eligible for employment with, and are hired by Curaleaf, working for a company engaged in a business that grows and sells a product that is illegal under federal law might compromise the candidate’s immigration status. Before a Lawful Permanent Resident accepts an offer of employment, Curaleaf recommends that the candidate seek the advice of an immigration lawyer.