Manufacturing Technician I

Renew Cannabis Co.; Tampa, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Non-matching 401k

Job summary

Fluent is seeking a Manufacturing Technician I to support day-to-day operations at our Tampa, Florida facility. The role involves converting raw materials into finished products, with emphasis on documentation, quality and adherence to safety standards.

The position requires 1-3 years in manufacturing, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to pass a background check and drug screening. Shift options include 2nd and 1st shifts in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Experience in manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Must pass background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Manufacturing duties such as dispensing, packaging, equipment breakdowns, labeling and sanitation.
• Maintain clean and organized work area and input required documentation.
• Follow SOPs, GMPs and food safety standards; work individually or in small teams.
• Adapt to safety culture with high attention to detail and time management.

Skills

Medical device manufacturing

Pharma manufacturing

Food safety

Attention to detail

Team player

Time management

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Position: Manufacturing Technician I

Reporting Location: Tampa, FL 33610 (Near Busch Gardens)

Schedule: 2nd Shift: Mon-Fri (2:45 PM - 11:15 PM); 1st Shift: (6:30 AM - 3 PM)

Key Responsibilities: Participating individually and in small teams for general manufacturing duties, such as dispensing, packaging, equipment breakdowns, moving products, inventory audits, labeling, sanitation, post-harvest processing, and other general duties around manufacturing as they relate to production.

Fluent is a premier medical cannabis company, with cultivation, processing and retail locations in Florida, Texas, Pennsylvania, and New York. Our purpose is to compassionately provide patients access to the highest level of medical cannabis in an unrivaled, professional healthcare environment with outstanding customer service. Patient care always comes first at Fluent and our standards, practices, and performance is unmatched.
We are looking for leaders who want to work alongside great talent and create a positive work experience for their team. We are focused on continuous improvements, which creates development opportunities, engaged feedback, and increased contributions towards our goals as a leader in the medical cannabis industry.

Find out more at www.getfluent.com. Follow us on LinkedIn.

ROLE SUMMARY
The Manufacturing Technician I supports the day-to-day manufacturing operations through the conversion of raw materials into finished products at a medical cannabis facility. The Manufacturing Tech I is responsible for ensuring their work meets all quality and efficiency standards. Activities may span the entire manufacturing cycle of cannabis products, from botanical preparation to final product packaging. The ideal candidate will excel in repetitious tasks, with expertise in food/pharmaceutical manufacturing, and a strong attention to detail. The role demands heavy amounts of documentation, and time management. Duties are completed individually and in small teams, under the indirect supervision of Manufacturing Technician IIs and department leads. The position is structured around a required training program and expected function.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
All candidates must be able to work in an environment with a safety culture. Extended periods of standing, bending, reaching, and high dexterity functions are required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, including but not limited to:

• Participating individually and in small teams for general manufacturing duties, such as dispensing, packaging, equipment breakdowns, moving products, inventory audits, labeling, sanitation, post-harvest processing, and other general duties around manufacturing as they relate to production
  
• Collaborating effectively with coworkers when assigned group work, and maintain a culture of continuous improvement as a cohesive team
  
• Inputting documentation as required
  
• Maintaining a clean and organized work environment
  
• Maintaining an ability to execute techniques consistently
  
• Maintaining compliance with worker protection standards (WPS)
  
• Inputting documentation as required
  
• Following state and company guidelines, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and food safety standards

• QUALIFICATIONS
  
• 1-3 years working in a manufacturing environment
  
• Interpersonal and communication skills
  
• Adaptability for changes at last minute
  
• Ability to work both in a team and independently
  
• Ability to accurately follow multi-layered instructions

• SKILLS / INTERESTS
  
• Medical device or Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient manufacturing
  
• Food safety
  
• Strong attention to detail
  
• Ethical Conduct
  
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  
• Work in a safe, efficient manner, adhering to company safety policies
  
• Basic written and verbal communication skills
  
• Self-driven, hard working, and able to communicate effectively
  
• High degree of flexibility, with a strong work ethic
  
• Effectively manage time and meet all specified deadlines
  
• Excellent organizational skills
  
• Strong team player
  
• Ability to climb, squat, bend, twist, and stand for long periods of time
  
• Able to work in environment with varying temperatures

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position has no supervisory responsibility.

REQUIRED EDUCATON and EXPERIENCE
High School diploma or GED

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver license
Per state law, must be at least 21 years of age.
Must successfully complete a comprehensive background check.
Must pass a drug screening.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position operates in cultivation and manufacturing environments. This role routinely uses cultivation processing equipment and standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand for extended periods; walk; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms. Ability to work on desktop or laptop computer for extended periods of time reading, reviewing/analyzing information, and providing recommendations, summaries and/or reports in written format. Must be able to effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing. Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds. Regular and predictable
attendance is essential.

POSITION TYPE / EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
This position regularly requires long hours and frequent weekend work.

TRAVEL
Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.

OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or
responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any
time with or without notice.

AAP/EEO Statement
Fluent is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of race, color,
religion, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or any other classification
protected by law.

COMPANY BENEFITS
Fluent provides comprehensive benefits offerings to all full-time employees. Our benefits include medical, dental and
vision and supplemental insurance, paid time-off program and non-matching 401k plan

FLUENT participates in E- Verify to ensure a legal workforce. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to submit proof of such eligibility.
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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