Manufacturing Technician II

beleafmedical; Earth City (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

100% premiums covered for employee

401(k) with company match

12 days paid time off

10 paid holidays (3 personal days)

Employee discount

Job summary

BeLeaf Medical LLC, Missouri’s leading vertically integrated cannabis company, seeks a Manufacturing Technician II for Sinse Cannabis operations in St. Louis. You will operate and maintain extraction, distillation, and formulation equipment, handling biomass and biowaste in compliance with state regs.

You’ll train across processes, document production data per SOPs and cGMP, and work with a team to meet targets while following safety protocols. Competitive pay and benefits included.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or certification in a mechanical or chemistry-related field preferred.
• Previous cannabis/manufacturing experience a plus.
• Knowledge of chemical processes and equipment operation, with strong mechanical aptitude.
• Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and good hand-eye coordination.
• Awareness of FDA, NFPA, OSHA requirements.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills; team-oriented.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a State Agent ID.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor cannabis manufacturing equipment and processes, including Hydrocarbon Extraction, Ethanol Extraction, Distillation, and Centrifuges.
• Start up and shut down processing equipment; perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and cleaning.
• Perform lab bench work and product filtrations.
• Train and qualify on the manufacturing processes of your area.
• Process and formulate products following standardized formulas.
• Prepare chemical solutions following standardized formulas.
• Accurately weigh, measure, count, and label materials and products.
• Perform Batch Record calculations.
• Record and maintain production data per SOPs and cGMP.
• Prepare and dispose of biomass and biowaste per regulations and SOPs.
• Follow SOPs and safety guidelines; handle chemicals safely.
• Collaborate across departments to hit production targets and resolve issues.
• Assist in process improvements and investigations; use problem-solving to make decisions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Team communication

Regulatory awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or certification in mechanical or chemistry-related field

Job description

Manufacturing Technician II (Cannabis Extraction & Processing)

Full-Time • St. Louis, MO Manufacturing Facility $20.00+/hr, DOE • Full Benefits, 100% Company-Paid Premiums

Take the next step in your cannabis manufacturing career. As a Manufacturing Technician II, you'll operate and maintain the equipment behind Sinse Cannabis’s extraction, distillation, and infused-product lines — turning raw biomass into the concentrates, oils, and formulations that stock dispensary shelves across Missouri. This is a hands‑on, higher‑level production role with one of the state’s leading vertically integrated cannabis companies, where your technical skill and attention to detail directly shape product quality.

You'll work hands‑on with Hydrocarbon Extraction, Ethanol Extraction, Distillation, and Centrifuge systems, following cGMP guidelines and standardized formulas to keep production running safely and efficiently. Full safety training and required PPE are provided, and every full‑time team member gets health, dental, and vision insurance with individual premiums covered 100% by the company, a 401(k) match, paid time off, and a generous employee discount.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Competitive pay starting at $20.00/hour, commensurate with experience.
• 100% company‑paid premiums for individual health, dental, vision, short‑term disability, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match to help you invest in your future.
• 12 days of paid time off, plus 10 paid holidays including 3 personal days.
• Generous employee discount on the products you help bring to market.
• Hands‑on growth: build real technical expertise in cannabis extraction and manufacturing, with room to advance as we scale.

About the Role

The Manufacturing Technician II operates and maintains the equipment used to produce Sinse Cannabis products, from extraction through formulation. This is a higher‑level manufacturing role: you'll run and troubleshoot Hydrocarbon Extraction, Ethanol Extraction, Distillation, and Centrifuge equipment, handle biomass and biowaste in compliance with state regulations, and perform lab bench work, filtrations, and Batch Record calculations to standardized formulas. You'll train and qualify across the manufacturing processes in your area, keep accurate production data per SOPs and cGMP guidelines, and work closely with your team to hit production targets and resolve issues — all while following the safety protocols that keep our facility and our people protected.

What You'll Do

Equipment Operation & Processing

• Operate and monitor cannabis manufacturing equipment and processes, including Hydrocarbon Extraction, Ethanol Extraction, Distillation, and Centrifuges.
• Start up and shut down processing equipment, and perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and cleaning.
• Perform lab bench work and product filtrations.
• Train and qualify on the manufacturing processes of your assigned area.

Formulation & Production

• Process and formulate products, following standardized formulas.
• Prepare chemical solutions for processes, following standardized formulas.
• Accurately weigh, measure, count, and label materials and products.
• Perform Batch Record calculations.

Compliance & Documentation

• Record and maintain accurate production data and logs per SOPs and cGMP guidelines.
• Prepare and dispose of biomass and biowaste in compliance with regulations and internal SOPs.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety guidelines at all times.
• Handle and store chemicals safely, following all regulatory requirements.

Team & Continuous Improvement

• Collaborate with team members across departments to achieve production targets and resolve issues.
• Assist in the implementation of process improvements and support investigations as needed.
• Use logical, effective problem‑solving to make quick, quality decisions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership, staying flexible to the needs of the department and business.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or certification in a mechanical or chemistry‑related field preferred.
• Previous experience in a cannabis or manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Knowledge of chemical processes and equipment operation, with strong mechanical aptitude.
• Strong attention to detail, problem‑solving skills, and good hand‑eye coordination.
• Awareness of FDA, NFPA, and OSHA requirements.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to work well in a team‑oriented environment.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a State Agent ID.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform repetitive tasks for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects and work in various environmental conditions.
• Must be willing to wear a variety of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as needed.
• Must be able to work indoors and outdoors with exposure to mechanical/moving parts and hazards including flammable liquids, gas, dust, dirt, pollen, odors, and irritants.
• Must be able to work outside of regular hours, including off‑shift, weekend, and holiday work as business needs require.

Compensation & Benefits

• $20.00+ per hour, commensurate with experience.
• Health, dental, vision, short‑term disability, and life insurance — individual employee premiums covered 100% by the company.
• 401(k) with company matching.
• 12 days of paid time off.
• 10 paid holidays, including 3 additional personal days.
• Generous employee discount.

Who We Are

BeLeaf Medical LLC is one of Missouri’s leading vertically integrated cannabis companies, home to Swade Dispensaries and Sinse Cannabis. Headquartered in St. Charles, MO, we cultivate, manufacture, and deliver premium cannabis flower and infused products across the St. Louis and St. Charles metro area — meeting the high standards of the patients and customers who trust us.

This job description reflects the general nature and level of work expected of this role. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or requirements, and BeLeaf Medical LLC reserves the right to modify it at any time. This description does not constitute an employment contract and does not alter the at‑will nature of employment.

BeLeaf Medical LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodation is available to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.