Wyld

Broad-spectrum hemp CBD edibles and beverages

Production Lead

Manufacturing & Production OperationsUpdated on Nov 3

Full-timeKansas City, MO, USA$20 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Experience working on a production line; cannabis production experience is a plus.
Ability to communicate issues early and discuss them with the team.
Ability to maintain organized and clean workspaces and follow processes.
Ability to plan daily projects with senior leaders.
Ability to navigate conflict with the team.
Ability to identify problems and find solutions that support the team.
Ability to use data to inform team decisions.
Ability to demonstrate integrity and respect in workplace interactions.
Ability to adapt to and drive change.

Responsibilities

Support Operations and Logistics Managers in daily operations.
Evaluate and ensure efficiency, completeness, and consistency across production lines.
Communicate expectations and assign tasks to the production team.
Train the support team on operational procedures to ensure consistency across product lines.
Ensure machines function properly and prioritize maintenance with the Operations Manager.
Visually and manually inspect finished products for accuracy and quality, and audit completed batches before transferring them to fulfillment.
Lead the team on new projects and manage the daily production schedule.
Perform support staff duties as needed.
Delegate tasks to support staff, including organizing materials, disposing of waste, and cleaning production areas.
Create and print compliant and accurate batch labels.
Use the METRC seed-to-sale system effectively and according to government standards.
Follow procedures for safely opening and closing the facility.

Desired Qualifications

Cannabis production experience.

About the Role:

The Production Lead will work closely with all leads and managers to ensure packaging efficiency and priorities within the production team, utilize/troubleshoot all equipment and standard processes, and help to guide new production employees. Production Lead will also be responsible for all production and equipment. This role will be on site at our Kansas City facility and hours will be Monday-Friday day shift.

In this role you will:

Support the Operations and Logistics Managers in daily operations
Evaluate and ensure efficiency, completeness, and consistency of all production lines
Communicate expectations and assign tasks to the production team
Train the support team on operational procedures to ensure constancy across our product lines
Ensure machines are functioning properly and prioritize maintenance in alignment with the Operations Manager
Inspect finished products visually and manually to guarantee accuracy and quality as well as auditing completed batches before transferring to fulfillment
Lead the team on new projects and manage the daily production schedule
Perform support staff duties as needed
Delegate tasks to support staff, including material organization, waste disposal, and cleaning production areas
Create and print compliant and accurate batch labels to ensure we remain compliant
Utilize our seed-to-sale system, METRC, effectively and to government standards
Understand procedures for safely opening and closing the facility

You’ll be a great fit if you have the following:

You have experience working on a production line, bonus points if you’ve worked in cannabis
You believe in communication first and discussing issues early and often
You push for process and believe in keeping organized and clean workspaces first and foremost
You think ahead and can work with senior leaders to plan the day to day projects that need completing
You have a proven track record to navigating conflict with your team
When you see a problem, you attack it head on and work to find the best solution for the whole team
You show up to work on time and with a great attitude every day
You can look at data and see where that can inform choices we make as a team
You demonstrate integrity and respect in all interactions, fostering a positive and supportive work environment.
You strive for the highest standards in every aspect of your role.
You can adapt to and drive change with enthusiasm.

About the Company

Wyld

Broad-spectrum hemp CBD edibles and beverages

Wyld CBD makes broad-spectrum hemp-derived edibles and beverages that are vegan, gluten-free, and THC-free. Its core products are real-fruit infused gummies and sparkling waters, created with a team of food scientists to ensure consistent flavor and quality. They offer gummies in flavors like Raspberry, Blackberry, Huckleberry, and Lemon, plus targeted formulations such as Elderberry with CBN for sleep, Pear with CBG, and Peach with CBC for mood. The company distributes directly to consumers (one-time purchases or subscriptions) and through retailers like Natural Grocers, and is known for leading CBD gummy and sparkling water sales in Natural Grocers as of 2023. Wyld operates as an independent, self-funded business, aiming to broaden nationwide access to its CBD products while maintaining a focus on real-fruit flavors and predictable wellness effects.

Company size: 11-50
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Clackamas, Oregon
Founded: 2016

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