Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Doist; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major medical, dental and vision

401(K) matching

FSA/HSA programs

LTD/STD options

Life insurance and AD&D

Paid holidays and PTO

Stock options

Employee discount

Job summary

Cresco Labs is seeking a Machine Operator to join the Packaging team in Fall River, MA. You will produce and package preroll SKUs, with cross-training on other packaging automation equipment as needed.

Responsibilities include prepping, cleaning, operating, troubleshooting, and documenting output, while monitoring equipment and inventory per Cresco Labs standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in health and safety policies in regulated environments.
• Ability to multi-task and adhere to procedures.
• Fast-paced environment adaptability.
• Experience operating machinery is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and communication.

Responsibilities

• Operate RollPros Blackbird and other packaging machinery safely and accurately.
• Follow process specifications and adjust as needed to meet quality standards.
• Inspect for defects and rework as necessary to maintain output.
• Keep work area clean and GMP-compliant.
• Complete audits of WIP and FG prerolls; document outputs.

Skills

Machinery operation

Quality awareness

Attention to detail

Safety/compliance

Manual lifting

Tools

Packaging machinery

Heat sealers

Labelers

Pouchers

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Cresco Labs is one of the largest public, vertically integrated, multistate operators in the cannabis industry. Our portfolio of in-house cultivated and manufactured brands features some of the highest quality, most awarded and most popular cannabis products in America. With dozens of locations nationwide, our owned and operated Sunnyside dispensaries provide a welcoming, positive, judgement-free place to shop for anyone at any point on their cannabis journey. Founded in 2013, Cresco Labs' mission is to normalize and professionalize cannabis through our passionate employees. As stewards of the cannabis industry, our teams are constantly focused on supporting the needs of our fellow colleagues, consumers, customers, and communities alike. With a focus on Social Equity and Educational Development, our SEEDTM initiative ensures that our company reflects the communities in which we serve, ensuring equal opportunity for all to have the knowledge and resources to work in and own businesses in cannabis.

MISSION STATEMENT

At Cresco Labs, we aim to lead the nation's cannabis industry with a focus on regulatory compliance, product consistency, and customer satisfaction. Our operations bring legitimacy to the cannabis industry by acting with the highest level of integrity, strictly adhering to regulations, and promoting the clinical efficacy of cannabis. As Cresco grows, we will operate with the same level of professionalism and precision in each new market we move in to.

SCHEDULE

Monday - Friday, 7AM - 3:30PM

JOB SUMMARY

Cresco Labs is seeking a Machine Operator to join our Packaging team in Fall River, MA. This role reports to the Processing Supervisor and is responsible for the production and packaging of Cresco Labs preroll SKUs. Additionally, depend ing on demand, this role seeks to cross- train on other Packaging automation equipment including but not limited to, the Hightek flower line and Keepac edible poucher . The Machine Operator will c arry out day-to-day tasks including prepping, cleaning, operating , troubleshooting and documenting output for packaging machines , as well as monitoring equipment and consumable inventory in accordance with the State and standards set by Cresco Labs.

CORE JOB DUTIES

• Machine Operation Ensure accurate set up, safe & accurate operation and sanitary clean-up of RollPros Blackbird and other packaging machinery that may include: heat sealers, labelers, combination scales, indexing assembly lines, pouchers, etc.
• Understand the process flow chart and individual machine operating parameters well enough to be able to produce products as required by established process specifications and efficiency requirements
• Operate equipment within established guidelines to ensure products meet quality standards; maintain awareness of quality and adjust process within specifications to attain high-quality products
• Remove defective product & packages from machine and rework into usable production units
• Maintain constant visual check on all areas of operation -- equipment, product, film, labels, packaging, etc. Report and correct any discrepancies or failures to Supervisor
• Facility Cleaning Perform all assigned duties required to ensure a clean and safe, GMP production facility
• Ensure personal hygiene is acceptable under standards set by Cresco Labs before performing any production activities by washing hands, wearing a hair net, changing clothes, etc
• Complete the sanitation of all production equipment and tools including workspace, production and packaging equipment
• Inventory & Documentation Complete audits on work-in-progress (WIP) and finished goods (FG) prerolls to ensure accurate inventory counts
• Fill out appropriate documentation such as Manufacturing Forms (MFs) and Packaging & Labeling Formulas (PLFs)
• Monitor equipment consumables and notify Supervisor when reorders are required

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS

• Experience in a field and/or operation that adheres to strict health and safety policies and procedures, preferable a regulated field producing products for human consumption. Or, any satisfactory combination of experience and training which clearly demonstrates the ability to perform the following duties
• Strong. effective task-management skills, ability to multi-task and adhere to strict policies and procedures
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing and challenging environment
• Experience in operating machinery a plus
• Effective communication skills; strong attention-to-detail
• Ability to stand for at least 8 hours per day and lift up to 50 pounds to torso level is necessary
• Exercise and demonstrate cause and affect logic for troubleshooting
• Ability to read, understand and apply learnings to PLC displays, machinery dials, measurement devices and working parts of large-scale machinery

Compensation

In accordance with any local and state compensation laws, the compensation listed is the current estimated range for the position. Final offer details and future compensation may be determined by multiple factors including but not limited to, geographic location, market compensation data, skills, experience, and other relevant factors. For questions about this please discuss with your recruiter during the interview process.

Pay Range $22.50 - $22.50 USD

Benefits

• Cresco Labs is proud to offer eligible employees a robust offering of benefits including, major medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(K)-match program, FSA/HSA programs, LTD/STD options, life insurance and AD&D.
• We also offer eligible employees paid holidays and paid time off.
• Other rewards may include annual discretionary bonuses, stock options as well as participation in our employee discount program.
• Benefits eligibility for permanent positions may vary by full-time or part-time roles, location, or position.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be 21 years of age or older to apply
• Must comply with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry
• The company does not offer employment-based visa sponsorship for this role or any other position, now or in the future.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without the need for current or future sponsorship at any time.

Equal Opportunity

Cresco Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all applicants will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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