Production Technician - Overnight Shift

Socket.dev; Litchfield (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Life and disability insurance

Employee discounts

Parental leave

Job summary

Curaleaf in Litchfield, IL is seeking a Production Technician to stage products and packaging materials across production lines, while performing quality assurance checks to meet daily schedules and Curaleaf’s high standards.

You will boost productivity by taking ownership, collaborating with the team, and ensuring 100% compliance in data recording and product tracking, with a focus on safety and SOP adherence.

Qualifications

• Hands-on production experience is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy are essential.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-based production environment.

Responsibilities

• Stage products and packaging materials across production lines with QA checks.
• Improve efficiency and reduce waste by collaborating with the team.
• Perform in-process and final quality checks, including testing, inspections, and weighing, with compliant data recording.
• Keep the extraction room organized, clean, and inspection-ready.
• Follow OSHA standards, Curaleaf SOPs and procedures, ensuring proper labeling and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Reliability

Safety compliance

Clear procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

At Curaleaf, we’re redefining the cannabis industry with a strong commitment to quality, expertise, and innovation. As a leading global cannabis provider, our brands—including Curaleaf, Select, and Grassroots—offer premium products and services in both medical and adult-use markets.

Join us at Curaleaf to be part of a high-growth, purpose-driven company that champions corporate social responsibility through our Rooted in Good initiative, supporting community outreach and positive change. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, drive innovation, and help shape the future of cannabis.

Title: Production Technician

Pay Rate: $17/hr

Location: Litchfield, IL

Job Type: Full Time | Non-Exempt

Shift: Monday-Thursday; 6:00 PM - 5:00 AM

Who You Are

You are a hands-on production pro who thrives in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment. With an eye for detail and a steady focus on consistency, you take pride in packaging and labeling premium cannabis products—from dried flower and pre-rolls to vape cartridges, pens, and infused items. You enjoy working with clear procedures, following safety and compliance standards, and collaborating with teammates to keep operations running smoothly. Your reliability and commitment to accuracy ensure every finished product meets Curaleaf’s high standards before it reaches our customers.

What You’ll Do

• Stage products and packaging materials across production lines while performing quality assurance checks to meet daily schedules and Curaleaf’s high standards.
• Boost operational efficiency and minimize waste by taking ownership, collaborating with the team, and communicating effectively.
• Conduct in-process and final quality checks, including testing, visual inspections, and precise weighing, while maintaining 100% compliance in data recording, product tracking, and secure packaging.
• Work quickly and efficiently to boost productivity while keeping the extraction room organized, clean, and inspection-ready.
• Operate efficiently while following OSHA standards, Curaleaf SOPs, and all required procedures, ensuring every product is accurately labeled and fully compliant with state regulations.

What You’ll Bring

• You are eager to learn and can be trained on various production equipment and SOPs while consistently meeting performance expectations set by leadership.
• You bring strong attention to detail and effective communication skills, thriving in a fast-paced, team-based production environment.
• You can comfortably perform repetitive tasks with focus and consistency over extended periods.
• You have a strong work ethic, are punctual and reliable, and help maintain a positive, professional team environment.
• You have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.

Even Better If

• You have at least one year of manufacturing or packaging experience focused on product safety, consumer satisfaction, and delivering high-quality results.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods of time (8-10 hours per shift).
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and occasional lifting of heavier items with assistance.
• Frequent and repetitive use of hands and wrists for extended periods of time.
• Repetitive bending, squatting, and reaching.
• Ability to climb ladders or step stools to access plants or equipment.
• Ability to use required PPE when required, such as masks, hair nets, beard covers, respirators, boot covers, scrubs, non-slip shoes, and Tyvek suits as necessary.

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to environments with high humidity, varying temperatures, and strong odors (such as cannabis).
• Exposure to soil, water, fertilizer, dust, pollen and plant pathogens.
• Exposure to cleaning solvents, such as high volumes of isopropyl alcohol.
• Exposure to loud noises, including but not limited to air compressors, packaging equipment, and alarms.
• Exposure to CO2 manufacturing procedures at OSHA approved CO2 levels.

Benefits

• Health and wellness: medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and/or Flexible Spending Account (FSA); Employee Assistance Program (EAP); wellness program and challenges; gym discounts.
• Financial security: 401(k) retirement plan with company match; life and disability insurance; supplemental critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident insurance; commuter benefits.
• Time off: paid time off (PTO) including vacation, sick leave and holidays; parental leave; bereavement leave.
• Additional perks: employee discounts; recognition programs; pet insurance.
• Career growth opportunities; competitive pay and benefits; generous PTO and parental leave; 401(K) retirement plan; life and disability insurance; community involvement; referral bonuses and product discounts.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Curaleaf is an equal opportunity employer. Curaleaf recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Individuals adversely impacted by the war on drugs are encouraged to apply.