Post Process Technician - Trimmer

Lazy River Products; Dracut (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Lazy River Products is seeking a Post Process Technician (Trimmer) to hand-trim cannabis flowers with precision under supervision. The role supports production and requires adherence to safety and sanitation standards in a Massachusetts facility.

You will sort grades, operate trimming equipment, train new hires, and ensure compliance with state laws while maintaining a clean, organized workspace. High school diploma or GED required; MA cannabis experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required.
• College degree preferred.
• Previous Massachusetts cannabis industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Precisely hand-snipping undesirable fan leaves while ensuring QA on each trimmed bud.
• Removing dried buds from stems (bucking the plant).
• Sorting and grading buds into categories such as A-quality, popcorn/pre-roll or B-quality, and C-quality or lab grade.
• Operating and maintaining the department's equipment as needed.
• Bucking freshly harvested plant for fresh frozen extracts.

Skills

Active listening

Time management

Organization & analysis

Communication skills

Learning mindset

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College degree preferred

Massachusetts cannabis industry experience preferred

Job description

Post Process Technician (Trimmer)

Job Summary:

The Post Process Technician is responsible for trimming and manicuring cannabis flower. This position works under the supervision of the Post Process Trim Lead and reports directly to the Production Manager.

Core Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Precisely hand-snipping undesirable fan leaves, while maintaining quality assurance of each trimmed bud.


• Removing dried buds from the stems (bucking the plant).


• Sorting and grading buds into categories such as A-quality, popcorn/pre-roll or B-quality, and C-quality or lab grade.


• Operating and maintaining the department's equipment as needed.


• Bucking freshly harvested plant for fresh frozen extracts.


• Destruction of unusable plant waste products, such as stems or leaves.


• Maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of all post process bins, tools, and equipment.


• Regular workstation cleaning using rubbing alcohol.


• Assist management with training new hires.


• Wearing PPE/uniform at all times when working.


• Maintain a continuous state of alertness to ensure the highest safety standards for fellow employees, products, and the facility.


• Maintain accurate and up-to-date knowledge on state and local laws pertaining to adult‑use marijuana and dispensing adult‑use marijuana.


• Follows established LRP policies and procedures, and contributes to the development of new concepts, policies, and procedures as necessary to perform job duties and tasks.


• Additional duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required.


• College degree preferred.


• Previous Massachusetts cannabis industry experience preferred.

Physical Requirement/Work Environment:

• Manufacturing work environment - possibility of loud machinery noises.


• Must have the ability to perform work related activities for up to 8 hours a day including repetitive motions and use of hands. Work activities may include use of scissor tools, hands, wrists, and arms in a repetitive/continuous motion.


• This job function may include walking or standing for extended periods of time, as well as stooping, bending over, and/or crouching.


• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of cannabis plant.


• Knowledge & understanding of state and local cannabis laws and how they apply to the operations of Lazy River Products.

Skills:

• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.


• Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others and multitasking.


• Excellent organizational and analytical skills, attention to detail.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Commitment to learning and continuous development.

Abilities:

• Ability to conduct repetitive work tasks.


• Ability to count and track work tasks.


• Fluent in the English language, both verbal and written.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be 21 years of age or older and comply with all legal or company regulation requirements for working in the industry.


• Ability to work holidays outside of Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.


• Reliable transportation.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion:

Lazy River Products is an at-will, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer who is committed to providing an inclusive and equitable work environment free from discrimination. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer who does not discriminate against minorities, women, veterans, people with disabilities, people of all gender identities or sexual orientation.

Lazy River Products, LLC requires a background check on all prospective employees as a condition of employment. Candidates should be aware of this requirement but should also know that such background check is not initiated until:
A candidate has been extended an offer letter, and
The candidate has signed the Background Check Authorization Form and related releases.
The background check includes a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check.
Candidates with advanced degrees and professional licenses may have these credentials verified.