Lead Production Technician

Curaleaf•Las Vegas, NV

6d•$19 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

At Curaleaf, we’re redefining the cannabis industry with a strong commitment to quality, expertise, and innovation. As a leading global cannabis provider, our brands—including Curaleaf, Select, and Grassroots—offer premium products and services in both medical and adult-use markets. Join us at Curaleaf to be part of a high-growth, purpose-driven company that champions corporate social responsibility through our Rooted in Good initiative, supporting community outreach and positive change. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, drive innovation, and help shape the future of cannabis. As a Lead Production Technician at Curaleaf, you’ll oversee daily filling and packaging operations while guiding your team to deliver safe, compliant, and high-quality cannabis products. You’ll take ownership of shift execution, production flow, and inventory accuracy while keeping the team focused on the ultimate goal: getting units out the door safely, efficiently, and with consistent quality.

Requirements

Experience leading or mentoring a production or manufacturing team, ideally 12+ employees, with a strong sense of accountability and team development
At least 6 months of hands-on filling and packaging experience in a regulated or quality-focused environment, with an emphasis on compliance, consumer safety, and product integrity
Clear, calm communication skills and strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through
The ability to follow production plans, adapt to shifting priorities, and meet daily output goals
A mechanical mindset with the ability to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot filling, sealing, and measurement equipment
Comfort working with weights, measurements, and basic calibration tasks.
A dependable, honest, and collaborative approach that supports both individual and team success
A proactive work ethic, willingness to learn, and commitment to continuous improvement
A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent
Ability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods of time (8-10 hours per shift)
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and occasional lifting of heavier items with assistance
Frequent and repetitive use of hands and wrists for extended periods of time
Repetitive bending, squatting, and reaching
Ability to climb ladders or step stools to access plants or equipment
Ability to use required PPE when required, such as masks, hair nets, beard covers, respirators, boot covers, scrubs, non-slip shoes, and Tyvek suits as necessary
Exposure to environments with high humidity, varying temperatures, and strong odors (such as cannabis)
Exposure to soil, water, fertilizer, dust, pollen and plant pathogens
Exposure to cleaning solvents, such as high volumes of isopropyl alcohol
Exposure to loud noises, including but not limited to air compressors, packaging equipment, and alarms
Exposure to CO2 manufacturing procedures at OSHA approved CO2 levels

Responsibilities

Lead a team of Packaging Technicians in daily production tasks including filling, weighing, sealing, labeling, and packaging a variety of cannabis products
Maintain proficiency in all filling and packaging tasks to support the team and ensure work meets Curaleaf’s standards for quality, safety, and compliance
Manage daily production performance from startup through shutdown, driving key metrics such as quantity, quality, and productivity
Ensure accurate data entry, batch documentation, and compliant product tracking within the state’s seed-to-sale system (Dutchie)
Troubleshoot routine equipment or process issues and ensure tools and resources are clean, organized, and ready for use
Train, coach, and support team members to uphold SOPs, safe work practices, and consistent production outcomes
Partner with cross-functional teams to align on production schedules, workflow needs, and daily output goals
Conduct in-process quality checks to ensure each product is properly filled, sealed, labeled, and prepared for compliant storage
Maintain clear, timely inventory of all materials and finished goods to support planning and operational efficiency