Lead Packaging Agent - 2nd Shift

Cresco Labs•Joliet, IL

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Cresco Labs is a leading multistate operator in the cannabis industry, focused on normalizing and professionalizing cannabis through passionate employees. We are seeking a Lead Packaging Agent for our 2nd shift to join our mission. This role involves executing tasks assigned by management, measuring, packaging, and labeling products, understanding production schedules, and leading a team to ensure quality and compliance.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience in lead or people management roles is preferred.
Strong Leadership skills.
Must have at least 1 year (2-3 years preferable) of hands-on experience in a factory, production or manufacturing fast-paced environment with measurable goals and working standards.
Effective communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and ability to adhere to strict policies and procedure.
Ability to measure, package and label in a precise manner.
Effective time-management skills and ability to multi-task.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing and challenging environment.
Proficiency in windows-based software and point of sale applications a plus.
Requires work around plant material, which could include exposure to plant pollen and/or dust.
Requires ability to sit, stand, kneel, and/or do repetitive actions with your hands for long periods of time.
Requires ability to lift up to 50 lbs to torso level.
Must be 21 years of age or older to apply.
Must comply with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without the need for current or future sponsorship at any time.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience in lead or people management roles is preferred.
Proficiency in windows-based software and point of sale applications a plus.

Responsibilities

Executing tasks assigned by Management.
Detect errors and communicate issues to Supervisors.
Measuring, packaging, and labeling products as directed by Management.
Label and PLF (PWO) Creation.
Printing compliance labels.
Understanding of production schedule and how PWOs relate.
Prioritization of tasks based on production schedule.
Lead & motivate team through task completion.
Compares product with product standards to ensure quality.
Checking POs for manifesting.
Attaching printed manifests to POs in Order fulfillment area.
Staging and prepping exterior packaging.
Maintaining a sanitary work environment.
Safely transport products from workspace to storage area.
Ensure that all functions are performed to the highest standard of quality and compliance.
Operating/troubleshooting automation equipment used in the packaging of various product types.
Assisting other departments dependent on business needs.