Production Technician

Columbia Care; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Production Technician to join their dynamic team. This role involves all aspects of plant processing, from post-harvest tasks to packaging and labeling products for sale. The ideal candidate will have a keen attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the growing cannabis industry while ensuring high standards of quality and compliance. If you thrive in hands-on roles and are passionate about making an impact, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience in production roles with hands-on activities.
• Must be at least 21 years old.

Responsibilities

• Assist in post-harvest plant processing of cannabis.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Knowledge of weights and measurements

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Job description

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Position Overview

The Production Technician is responsible for all aspects of plant processing from post-crop harvest through packaging and labeling of the final product ready for customer sale, as outlined by the management team and SOPs. Responsibilities include post-harvest tasks such as drying, curing, trimming, packaging, and labeling the product. The role requires working efficiently, increasing productivity, and maintaining professionalism in the use of production facilities and equipment.

Major Areas Of Responsibility Include:

• Assisting in post-harvest plant processing of cannabis.
• Fan leaf removal, harvest, drying, trimming, curing, weighing, packaging, labeling, recording, inspection, cleaning, and sanitation.
• Maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
• Transporting harvested plants to drying rooms and hanging for drying.
• Hand trimming or operating trimming machines to remove excess plant material.
• Weighing, recording, shredding plant waste, and disposing of non-cannabis waste properly.
• Following instructions and assisting with delegated tasks from management.
• Working efficiently and in a timely manner.
• Complying with all HR policies including confidentiality and non-disclosure.

Minimum Qualifications (Skills, Knowledge & Abilities):

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• 1-3 years of experience in production roles, including hands-on activities.
• Knowledge of weights and measurements.
• Availability for evening, night, and weekend work.
• Speed, precision, attention to detail with equipment.
• Ability to multi-task and maintain consistency daily.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to stand/sit for long periods.

Pay rate: $17.00/hour plus benefits

Travel %: 0

FLSA status: Non-exempt

Additional Abilities Required:

• Exposure to pollen, dust, plant particles.
• Physical activity including standing, sitting, bending, climbing, lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Good visual acuity, hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity.
• Moderate noise environment.

Note: The company reserves the right to reassign duties as needed. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable performance of essential functions.

About The Cannabist Company (f/k/a Columbia Care):

The Cannabist Company is a leading cultivator, manufacturer, and provider of cannabis products, with licenses in 14 U.S. jurisdictions. It operates 89 facilities, including dispensaries and cultivation/manufacturing sites. The company offers a range of products including flower, edibles, oils, and tablets, and brands like dreamt, Seed & Strain, and others. For more info, visit www.cannabistcompany.com