Machine Operator - MI

Dreamfields; Hazel Park (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cannabis company is seeking a Machine Operator to enhance production operations. Duties include operating automated equipment, performing maintenance, and ensuring product quality. Candidates should have relevant experience and a high school diploma, alongside the ability to monitor quality and communicate issues effectively.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• 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 or quality.

Skills

Knowledge of automated assembly or packaging equipment

Ability to prepare concise and accurate records and reports

Ability to monitor equipment and product quality

Experience with ActionPac automation machines

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Machine Operator

Department: Production

Reports to: Production Value Stream Supervisor

Effective Date: 10/10/2024

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.
• Maintain departmental housekeeping standards.
• 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:

Monday - Friday, 6am - 2:30pm. occasional Saturdays are required.

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.

All candidates must be willing to submit to a background check to be considered for the position.