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Full-Time

Edibles Agent

Posted on 6/21/2024

Cresco Labs

Cresco Labs

1,001-5,000 employees

Cultivates, processes, and sells cannabis products

Social Impact
Consumer Goods

Entry

Brookville, PA, USA

Category
Editing & Proofreading
Technical Writing
Content & Writing
Requirements
  • Experience in a field and/or operation that adheres to strict health and safety policies and procedures
  • Experience in a production-heavy kitchen is a plus
  • Demonstrate a clear understanding of recipes, food production, and kitchen sanitation
  • Strong and effective task-management skills and ability to multi-task
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment
  • Ability to stand for at least 6 hours per day and lift up to 50 pounds to torso level is necessary
Responsibilities
  • Assist kitchen chefs with daily production of baked goods, chocolate, and confections using commercial machinery including gummies
  • Understand and execute batch production as assigned by Head Chef – learn and perfect recipes
  • Display knowledge of dosing methods for accurate potency and homogenization
  • Identify and troubleshoot issues that may cause damaged edibles ensuring quality control
  • Train in food safety / sanitation and maintain a clean and safe production environment
  • Assist in labeling, wrapping, and tracking edibles for final sale
  • Maintain a clean and safe production facility
  • Ensure personal hygiene is acceptable under standards set by Cresco Labs before performing any production activities
  • Complete the sanitation of production equipment and tools including workspace, production and packaging equipment, cookware, and appliances
  • Assist in cross-departmental training and task completion

Cresco Labs is involved in the U.S. cannabis industry as a grower, processor, and retailer of cannabis products for recreational and medical users. The company offers a variety of trusted brands to meet diverse consumer needs and operates in eleven states with a focus on high-demand markets and strict regulations. Cresco Labs aims to benefit local communities through responsible practices, eco-friendly packaging, and education initiatives. Its goal is to build a reputable cannabis industry while ensuring high-quality products and maintaining consumer trust.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$367M

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

-12%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Cresco Labs' robust financial health, evidenced by a tenfold increase in operating cash flow year-over-year, indicates strong growth potential.
  • The company's expansion into new markets, such as the recent launch in Ohio and new store openings in Pennsylvania, demonstrates its aggressive growth strategy.
  • Promotion of experienced leaders like Greg Butler to President ensures strong leadership and strategic direction for future growth.

What critics are saying

  • Initial supply hiccups, as seen in Ohio, could impact customer satisfaction and brand reputation.
  • The cannabis industry is highly regulated and subject to changing laws, which could pose operational challenges and financial risks.

What makes Cresco Labs unique

  • Cresco Labs operates across the entire cannabis supply chain, from cultivation to retail, ensuring control over product quality and consistency, unlike many competitors who focus on just one segment.
  • Their focus on high-demand, highly regulated markets creates significant barriers to entry for competitors, giving Cresco a strategic advantage.
  • Cresco's commitment to community empowerment and eco-friendly practices sets them apart in an industry often criticized for its environmental impact.

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