Production Technician

FRX PA; Farrell (Mercer County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

FRX PA in Farrell, PA seeks a Production Tech to support three areas of the production department: harvest, dry/wet trimming, and packaging of cannabis plant material. The role emphasizes careful handling to meet state regulations and SOPs.

Responsibilities include harvesting per plan, trimming, packaging, labeling, and recordkeeping, with emphasis on accuracy and compliance. Requires completion of state cannabis coursework and orientation training, plus background checks and safety

Qualifications

• 2 Hour Medical Cannabis Course required by the State of Pennsylvania completed during orientation.
• Completed Orientation Training which include: Proper Handling of Cannabis, Proper Recordkeeping, Anti-diversion Training, Security Procedures, Medical Emergency Response, Fire Response, Chemical Spill Response, Armed Robbery/Burglary Response, Criminal Incident Response and Reporting, Open Door Policy, HIPAA Training.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.
• Ability to pass drug screening.
• Must be current on annual safety training within 30 days of hire.
• PA Private Pesticide Applicator certification to be completed within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Harvesters follow the weekly harvest plan, gather mature cannabis plants, and transfer them to Processing.
• Remove non-essential plant matter and separate branches to hang in the hang room.
• Manicure harvested cannabis plant material for drying or for packaging.
• Trim/manicure dried cannabis plant material for final packaging.
• Record accurate weights as material moves from harvest to storage and packaging.
• Assist with bottling, labeling, and other packaging while maintaining records.
• Label containers and ensure packing specifications and labeling accuracy.
• Prepare products for stores to fulfill orders.

Skills

Attention to detail

Stamina

Manual dexterity

Safety consciousness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

PA Private Pesticide Applicator certification

Job description

Production Tech

Position Summary

The Production Tech works within three areas of the production department and part of the team responsible for dry/wet trim, harvest, and flower packaging cannabis material. Flower and concentrate packagers ensure that the cannabis plant material is handled with care and trimmed efficiently, and in compliance with state regulations and Company SOPs.

This position reports directly to the specific team lead, and includes the following responsibilities:

Job Duties/Essential Functions

Harvesters-

• According to the harvest plan for the week, harvesters gather mature cannabis plants from soil beds carefully and efficiently and transfer them to the Processing department
• Removing non-essential plant matter, separating branches to be hung in the hang room

Dry/Wet Trimmers-

• Manicuring harvested cannabis plant material carefully and efficiently to prepare it for drying or to be sent for fresh/frozen material
• Trimming/manicuring dried cannabis plant material carefully and efficiently to prepare it for final product packaging
• Ensuring there is no loss to the company while trimming
• Measuring and recording accurate weights for all cannabis plant material as it is processed and transferred from harvest to storage (drying, freezing, or curing) to prepare for final packaging.

Packaging-

• Assist with bottling, labeling, and other packaging functions while maintaining detailed laboratory and inventory records
• Label containers, container tags, or products using the appropriate labels and tools
• Examine and inspect containers, materials, and products in order to ensure that packing specifications are met
• Ensure that the packaging accurately labeled and compliant at all times
• Preparing products for the stores to ensure orders are fulfilled in a timely manner
• All other job duties as assigned

Essential Job Functions:

• Attention to detail
• Ability to sit for 8 hours per day
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds safely
• Ability to push/pull up to 75 pounds
• Ability to bend/stoop/kneel/reach up to 90% of the workday
• Ability to climb a ladder
• Ability to carry 25 lbs. up a 12-foot ladder
• Conducting oneself professionally and with good common sense.
• Attention to detail
• Ability to stand for 8+ hours per day

Experience, skills, education & licenses/certifications

Required:

• 2 Hour Medical Cannabis Course required by the State of Pennsylvania completed during orientation.
• Completed Orientation Training which include:
  • Proper Handling of Cannabis
  • Proper Recordkeeping
  • Anti-diversion Training, Including Zero Tolerance Policy
  • Security Procedures
  • Medical Emergency Response
  • Fire Response
  • Chemical Spill Response
  • Armed Robbery/Burglary Response
  • Criminal Incident Response and Reporting
  • Open Door Policy
  • HIPAA Training
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.
• Ability to pass drug screening.
• Must be current on annual safety training within 30 days of hire.
• PA Private Pesticide Applicator certification to be completed within 90 days of hire.

Recommended:

• Experience in any relevant trades, including cannabis industry, hairstylists, food handling, etc.
• Management will review the Job Analysis for this position prior to a job offer.
• Apart from any religious or disability considerations, open availability is needed to meet the needs of the business.
• If hired, you will be required to provide proof of authorization to work in the United States