Flower Processing Technician

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Perform mechanical and hand trimming/sorting of cannabis flower
• Perform mechanical and hand primary packaging of cannabis flower flower by weight
• Adheres to a rigorous production schedule and works to ensure product is processed and documented in an accurate and timely manner.
• May be called upon to buck & shuck the harvest during peak times
• Label and clean storage bins, work areas and equipment
• Cleaning and maintaining of Curing/Trimming areas
• Performs curing duties as required, including mixture testing and water activity readings
• Records & documents all activities in record keeping systems of all details including but not limited to traceability, quality and maintenance
• Operate, maintain, calibrate and clean processing equipment, responsible for light to medium maintenance of automated equipment including cleaning and preventative maintenance
• Reports any event or condition that might affect final product
• Follow all site Safety requirements including use of PPE and required attendance at Safety meetings
• Provide feedback to improve process quality and efficiency
• Perform other functions as necessary to provide an adequate supply of product to meet patient demand
• Adhere to strict sanitation practices throughout the facility
• Other tasks, as determined by the Manager of Processing, to ensure smooth operation of facility
• Record keeping of all details pertinent to processing and inventory
• Able to work independently as well as operating as a team
• Conduct inventory counts of primary packaging materials. Responsible for keeping an inventory of processing materials to ensure supply chain stability
• Provide feedback to improve process quality and efficiency.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or General Education Development (GED) required
• One year of experience in horticulture or related field encouraged
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in any Horticulture preferred
• General computer ability/skills, mathematical, language and reasoning skills
• Previous experience in medical cannabis industry (preferred)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Occasionally perform desk-based computer tasks
• Frequently sitting, standing and walking
• Occasionally Twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl
• Ability to communicate orally with management and other co-workers is crucial. Regular use of the telephone and e-mail for communication may be required. Sitting or standing for extended periods is common. Hearing and vision within normal ranges is essential for normal conversations, to receive ordinary information and to prepare or inspect documents.
• Some heavy lifting may be required. Exertion of up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally may be required.
• Good manual dexterity for the use of common office equipment and manual tools

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The job is performed indoors. Must be able to work in hot, humid environments for extended periods of time with exposure to dust, allergens, and water. Appropriate PPE will be required and provided. Activities include extended periods of sitting, standing, kneeling, stooping, cleaning and bending. Twisting in tight areas may also be required at times.