Manufacturing Technician – Swing Shift

Maven Genetics•Los Angeles, CA

5d•$25 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

Maven Genetics is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Manufacturing Technician to join its Operations team on the swing shift. This hands-on manufacturing role operates production equipment used for infused pre-rolls, AIO vape devices, and 510 cartridges, while supporting quality control, packaging, labeling, material accountability, and batch documentation. The ideal candidate takes pride in producing consistent, high-quality products, follows procedures carefully, and maintains accuracy and productivity in a fast-paced production environment. The position is full-time, non-exempt, and based in Pacoima, California. The schedule is 3:00 PM–11:30 PM. The pay range is $25.00–$29.00 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience operating production equipment or performing detailed manufacturing work.
Ability to follow written procedures, work orders, and product specifications.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Basic math skills and ability to reconcile counts and weights.
Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to recognize equipment or process issues.
Ability to work independently while communicating effectively when support is needed.
Ability to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining quality and productivity.
Reliable attendance and availability for the established night-shift schedule.
Ability to work in a secure cannabis manufacturing environment.
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Ability to stand for extended periods.
Ability to frequently bend, lift, and perform repetitive movements.
Ability to lift and carry items up to 50 pounds.
Ability to handle cannabis materials, small hardware components, packaging, labels, and production equipment.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced production environment.
Consistent attendance and reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

Experience in cannabis manufacturing, packaging, distribution, or regulated warehouse operations.
Experience with infused pre-roll, AIO, or 510 cartridge production.
Experience with Jiko infusion equipment or Credence vape cartridge equipment.
Experience performing quality control, packaging, labeling, or batch documentation in a cannabis manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with batch traceability, material reconciliation, equipment cleaning, and changeovers.
Familiarity with METRC or other track-and-trace systems.
Previous evening or overnight manufacturing experience.
Experience using AI tools to improve daily workflows, productivity, or efficiency.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate equipment used for infused pre-roll and vape production.
Verify product, strain, batch, materials, hardware, and scheduled quantities before production.
Follow approved operating procedures and product specifications.
Monitor equipment and production runs for consistency, quality, and performance.
Perform authorized adjustments and basic troubleshooting, and escalate unresolved equipment issues.
Complete equipment changeovers between products, strains, batches, and hardware types.
Perform quality-control checks throughout production and packaging.
Inspect products for fill accuracy, weight consistency, damage, leakage, closures, packaging, and other quality issues.
Identify and separate defective or questionable units for review.
Document quality-control findings, rejects, rework, and material loss.
Communicate recurring quality concerns to the Manufacturing Lead or supervisor.
Package pre-rolls, AIOs, and 510 cartridges according to product specifications.
Verify packaging components and labels match the applicable product and batch.
Apply required seals, closures, labels, and packaging components.
Verify product, strain, batch, and label information before and during production.
Maintain proper batch separation during changeovers.
Reconcile packaged and labeled quantities with batch records.
Review shift handoffs and nightly production priorities.
Track completed units, rejects, remaining materials, downtime, shortages, and waste.
Complete Batch Production Work Orders accurately and in real time.
Record required product, batch, workflow, weight, quantity, start/end time, break, downtime, and rework information.
Promptly report discrepancies, equipment issues, shortages, and quality concerns.
Clean equipment, tools, and workstations according to approved procedures.
Complete required cleaning and material clearance between products and batches.
Perform assigned equipment inspections and routine operator care.
Follow PPE, safe-handling, shutdown, and facility-security procedures.
Provide a clear end-of-shift handoff detailing completed work, remaining production, and unresolved issues.
Leave equipment, materials, and work areas clean and organized for the incoming shift.