Cannabis Finishing Team Lead

Phat Panda•Spokane Valley, WA

10d•$18•Onsite

About The Position

Actively Seeking a New 21+ Panda! 🐼 Cannabis Finishing Team Lead | Full-Time | Location: Spokane Valley, WA Who Are We? Founded in 2014, Phat Panda is where innovation meets passion, and cannabis culture thrives. We’re a leader in the industry with operations across California, Washington, and Massachusetts, and we’re proud to deliver high-quality, sustainably sourced products that our customers love. We’re more than just cannabis—we're a community, a family, and a place where your growth matters as much as our plants. Why Work for Us? Joining Phat Panda means stepping into a culture that’s as vibrant and rewarding as our product lineup: 🍱 Catered Meals Tuesday–Thursday (local favs like Island Food Truck, Panda Express & Atilano’s) 🥯 Bagel/Donut Bar Mondays 🌱 Monthly Q&A Samples – Try what we grow! 💰 Quarterly Raises – Every full quarter of employment 🧠 Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 confidential mental health support 🕒 Consistent Weekly Schedules – Because work/life balance matters 🌴 40 Hours of PTO – Added after 6 months 💚 Full-Time Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, life, accident insurance after 90 days 🌟 Finishing Team Lead — $17.66/hr Pay Rate: $17.66 per hour Bring Quality to the Finish Line! Are you a detail-oriented leader who takes pride in getting things right the first time? As a Finishing Team Lead , you’ll oversee the final stages of our production process — ensuring every product is inspected, packed, and ready for delivery at the highest quality standards. You’ll guide and motivate a talented team, helping them grow while keeping operations efficient, accurate, and on schedule. If you thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and enjoy leading by example, this is your opportunity to shine.

Requirements

Must be 21 years or older
High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Computer proficiency preferred (Microsoft Office, tracking software, labeling tools)
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to lead, coach, and motivate others while maintaining high quality standards
Ability to stand or sit for long periods and perform repetitive tasks
Frequently walk, reach, and handle materials
Lift or carry up to 25 lbs occasionally
Clear near and far vision (with or without corrective lenses) and ability to distinguish colors

Nice To Haves

Prior trimming or plant-handling experience helpful but not required

Responsibilities

Lead & Support: Partner with supervisors to oversee the finishing crew, delegate tasks, and monitor attendance, breaks, and productivity.
Quality Assurance: Perform final inspections on all outgoing products to verify accuracy, consistency, and presentation.
Train & Mentor: Support and evaluate new inspectors through training, testing, and hands-on coaching to ensure quality performance.
Accuracy & Organization: Verify final box counts and product readiness before trucks depart.
Team Collaboration: Communicate with drivers, coordinate truck loading, and ensure all carts are packed according to SOP standards.
Stay Connected: Check internal communication tools (email, Basecamp, Telegram, Portal) for updates and changes to orders.
Report & Communicate: Send daily end-of-shift reports and ensure smooth communication between shifts.
Maintain Excellence: Keep machinery and workspaces clean, organized, and in good working order. Report maintenance needs promptly.
Continuous Improvement: Support supervisors with performance feedback, disciplinary recommendations, and process improvements.
Assist & Innovate: Contribute to Research & Development projects and lend a hand to other departments as needed.

Benefits

Catered Meals Tuesday–Thursday (local favs like Island Food Truck, Panda Express & Atilano’s)
Bagel/Donut Bar Mondays
Monthly Q&A Samples – Try what we grow!
Quarterly Raises – Every full quarter of employment
Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 confidential mental health support
Consistent Weekly Schedules – Because work/life balance matters
40 Hours of PTO – Added after 6 months
Full-Time Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, life, accident insurance after 90 days
Competitive Pay: Earn $17.66 per hour , with opportunities for advancement and recognition.
Leadership Opportunity: Take the lead on the final stage of production and help your team succeed.
Team Environment: Collaborate with dedicated professionals who care about quality and precision.
Career Growth: Build valuable leadership and technical skills in a supportive, growing company.