Packaging Lead - 2nd Shift

Cresco Labs•Joliet, IL

About The Position

Cresco Labs is hiring a Packaging Lead to support packaging operations in its cannabis production environment. The role involves carrying out management assignments, coordinating and motivating a team, and completing packaging and fulfillment tasks in accordance with production schedules, quality standards, and regulatory requirements. The Packaging Lead also operates and troubleshoots packaging automation equipment and may assist other departments based on business needs. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. It requires working around plant material, which may include exposure to pollen or dust, and performing activities such as sitting, standing, kneeling, repetitive hand motions, and lifting up to 50 pounds to torso level. The listed pay is $21.25 per hour. Eligible employees may receive health and other benefits, paid time off and holidays, and additional potential rewards.

Requirements

At least 1 year of hands-on experience in a fast-paced factory, production, or manufacturing environment with measurable goals and working standards; 2–3 years is preferred.
Strong leadership skills.
Effective communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and ability to adhere to strict policies and procedures.
Ability to measure, package, and label precisely.
Effective time-management skills and ability to multitask.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment.
Must be at least 21 years old.
Must comply with all legal and company regulations for working in the industry.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States permanently without current or future employment-based visa sponsorship.
Ability to sit, stand, kneel, and perform repetitive hand actions for long periods.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds to torso level.
Ability to work around plant material, potentially including exposure to plant pollen or dust.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience in lead or people-management roles.
Proficiency in Windows-based software and point-of-sale applications.

Responsibilities

Carry out tasks assigned by management.
Detect errors and communicate issues to supervisors.
Measure, package, and label products as directed by management.
Create labels and PLFs (PWOs), and print compliance labels.
Understand the production schedule and how PWOs relate to it.
Prioritize tasks based on the production schedule.
Lead and motivate the team through task completion.
Compare products with product standards to ensure quality.
Check POs for manifesting and attach printed manifests to POs in the order fulfillment area.
Stage and prepare exterior packaging.
Maintain a sanitary work environment.
Safely transport products from the workspace to the storage area.
Ensure all functions meet quality and compliance standards.
Operate and troubleshoot automation equipment used to package various product types.
Assist other departments as business needs require.