Production Technician

Columbia Care; Mount Orab (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cannabis cultivator seeks a Production Technician responsible for all aspects of plant processing, from post-harvest to packaging. This role requires attention to detail and efficiency in various tasks, including trimming, packaging, and organization of the workspace.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in production, including hands-on activities.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist in post-harvest plant processing of cannabis.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Follow management instructions and assist with delegated tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Speed

Multi-tasking

Basic knowledge of weights and measurements

Job description

Position Overview:

The Production Technician is responsible for all aspects of plant processing from post-harvest through packaging and labeling of the final product, in accordance with management and SOPs. Responsibilities include post-harvest tasks such as drying, curing, trimming, packaging, and labeling. The role requires timely work, productivity improvement, and professional use of all processing equipment.

Major Areas of Responsibility include:

• Assist in post-harvest plant processing of cannabis.
• Remove fan leaves, harvest, dry, trim, cure, weigh, package, label, record, inspect, and clean.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Transport harvested plants to drying room and hang for drying.
• Hand trim or operate trimming machinery.
• Weigh, record, shred plant waste, and dispose of non-cannabis materials properly.
• Follow management instructions and assist with delegated tasks.
• Work efficiently and quickly.
• Adhere to 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, including hands-on activities.
• Basic knowledge of weights and measurements.
• Availability for evening, night, weekend work.
• Speed, precision, and attention to detail with equipment.
• Ability to multi-task and maintain consistency daily.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods.

Additional Abilities Required:

• Exposure to pollen, dust, and plant particles.
• Physical activity including prolonged sitting, standing, bending, climbing, and lifting up to 50+ pounds.
• Good visual acuity, hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity, and ability to perform repetitive motions accurately.
• Moderate noise level in the work environment.

Note: Duties may be reassigned 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, formerly Columbia Care, is a leading cannabis cultivator, manufacturer, and provider with licenses in 14 U.S. jurisdictions. Operating 89 facilities including dispensaries and manufacturing sites, it offers a wide range of products and brands. For more information, visit www.cannabistcompany.com.