Cannabis Processing Technician

Job Description:

The Processing Technician reports directly to the Processing Manager and is responsible for all daily tasks in their assigned areas within the Processing Facility. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Salary: $18 per hour and up depending on experience

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform mechanical and hand bucking of cannabis biomass
• Accurate weighing and labeling of biomass on racks and storage bins
• Perform drying and curing duties as directed
• Perform mechanical and hand trimming of cannabis flower
• Perform mechanical and hand packaging of cannabis flower
• Package cannabis flower by weight
• Assemble primary, secondary, or tertiary packaging for all Cannabis products
• Perform primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging of Cannabis products
• Print and apply labels to finish packaged product
• Responsible for light to medium maintenance of automated equipment including cleaning and preventative maintenance
• Operate, maintain, and clean processing, packaging, and labeling equipment
• Data Entry and record-keeping of all information pertinent to the traceability of cannabis
• Follow all site Safety requirements including use of PPE; Safety meetings as required
• Perform other functions as necessary to provide an adequate supply of products to meet patient demand
• Conduct counts of packaging/labeling materials
• Provide feedback to improve process quality and efficiency
• Adheres to a rigorous production schedule and works to ensure products is processed in an accurate and timely manner
• Adhere to strict sanitation practices throughout the facility
• Other tasks, as determined by the Processing Manager, to ensure the smooth operation of the facility

• Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, kneeling, bending, walking, and repetitive movements
• Will be required to wear PPE at times
• Prolonged exposure to humidity, and high intensity artificial lights
• Must be able to move and/or lift a maximum of 50 pounds
• Must be able to bend, lift, stretch, climb, and crawl while working with ladders and heights
• Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• One or more years of cannabis processing experience preferred
• Ability to pass the NJ CRC background check
• Energetic team player, willing to take direction and learn new skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and accurately
• Knowledge of basic computer skills
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, overtime, and a flexible schedule when needed
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and multi-task with effective time management
• Willingness to comply with state regulations and guidelines

We are proud to offer a competitive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long term disability insurance, 401K, and exciting potential for career growth.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. High Grass Farms, LLC makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time