Machine Operator - 1st & 2nd Shift

Dreamfields; City of Peekskill (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cannabis company is seeking a General Automation Machine Operator for their Peekskill facility. The role involves operating automated equipment, performing maintenance, and ensuring product quality. Candidates must be flexible with work hours and willing to transition to a new location in Middletown in 2026.

Benefits

Weekly Pay

Medical

Dental

Vision

PTO

Sick Time

401(k)

Employee Discount

Life Insurance

No-Cost Preventative Health Initiative

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a general automation machine operator.

Responsibilities

• Operate various pieces of automated and semi-automated equipment.
• Perform cleaning and maintenance of equipment.
• Communicate any issues involving equipment operation.

Skills

Knowledge of automated assembly or packaging equipment

Ability to prepare concise and accurate records and reports

Ability to continuously monitor equipment and product quality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ActionPac automation machines

Job description

Pay Type: per hour Benefits: Weekly Pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Sick Time, 401(k), Employee Discount, Life Insurance, and a No-Cost Preventative Health Initiative (PHI) Program.

Reports to: Production Value Stream Supervisor

Effective Date: 4/15/25

Important Notice Regarding Work Location:
The initial work location for this position will be at our facility in Peekskill, NY. Please note that our operations are scheduled to relocate to Middletown, NY in early 2026. Candidates must be willing and able to work in Peekskill for approximately 6-8 months following their start date, and transition to the Middletown location once the move is complete.

Company Overview:

DreamFields is one of the top 5 cannabis companies in the industry through our leading #1 pre-roll brand, Jeeter. We are passionate about producing world-class marketing, high-quality, innovative products, delivering exceptional customer experiences, maintaining cutting-edge operations, and fostering an amazing company culture and thriving work environment. With over 1,500 employees, we are proud to be one of the most loved employers in the industry. DreamFields continues to experience exponential month-over-month growth as one of the fastest-growing companies in the cannabis industry, and we have begun our aggressive national expansion into all legalized cannabis states in the USA.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Operate various pieces of automated and semi-automated equipment.
• Perform cleaning and maintenance of equipment.
• Conduct line clearances and label verification.
• Communicate any issues involving equipment operation, quality evaluation, inspection, or troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with and monitor the performance of other operators as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Knowledge of automated assembly or packaging equipment.
• Ability to prepare concise and accurate records and reports.
• Ability to continuously monitor equipment and product quality, and communicate machine, component, and/or product issues to support personnel.
• Experience with ActionPac automation machines is strongly preferred.

Education and Experience:

• 2+ years of experience as a general automation machine operator.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to exert 20-30 pounds to lift, carry, push, pull, and/or transfer equipment and materials. Must be able to reach, stoop, bend, kneel, and crouch.
• Ability to perceive sound, near and far vision, depth perception, and communicate orally.
• Ability to differentiate colors such as red, yellow, and blue.

Work Schedule:

• M-F 5:30am-2pm - flexibility to come in early / late
• M-F 2:30pm - 11:00pm - flexibility to come in early / late
  

EEOC: DreamFields is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status.