Production Lead

WYLD•Las Vegas, NV

6d•$24 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

Wyld produces high-quality cannabis edibles and beverages using real fruit and natural flavors. The company is committed to strong values and Pillars of Commitment to its communities and the Earth. This role is for a Production Lead in a fast-growing, fast-paced environment where adaptability and meeting deadlines are crucial. The Production Lead will produce the highest quality and consistent products by meticulously performing duties and assisting with daily workflow. This role supports production team members when a Supervisor is not present, and is responsible for training and coaching team members in collaboration with Supervisors and Managers. This role opens and/or closes shifts and requires a flexible schedule.

Requirements

At least 1 year of directly related experience and/or training in a food production or kitchen environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience and 1 year of lead or supervisory experience.
Must have experience and familiarity with kitchen sanitation and safety regulations.
Must have experience working with a high sense of urgency.
Computer Skills: Microsoft suite (core applications), Google, Slack, experience in Jira and/or other management platforms and software preferred.
Language Skills: Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and written.
Math Skills: Possess basic mathematical skills; addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
Travel Requirements: Occasional travel required between buildings and sites.
Ability to maintain/manage confidential information.
State regulations require all applicants must be 21 years of age or older.
Will be required to submit to a background check.
Must obtain all applicable state-required permits, licenses, and certifications.

Nice To Haves

ServSafe or Food Handler’s Card preferred.

Responsibilities

Prep, mix, cook, produce, pour, deposit, pull, and store all facility consumables and products.
Accurately prepare ingredients, workstations and equipment for production, including performing regular checks to ensure equipment is functioning correctly.
Maintain high-quality standards during shifts including constant QA/QC of all products being prepped and produced with regard to weights, appearance of product and flavor profile.
Effectively manage your time and that of your team to stay on schedule to meet daily production expectations.
Ability to work well with others in high-pressure situations with a sense of urgency.
Correctly infuse by thoroughly scraping, turning, lifting and rotating for the appropriate time.
Accurately read, record and communicate all kitchen data, counts, measurements and weights.
Perform opening and closing duties.
Ensure proper storage of all facility consumables and products; storing food products in compliance with safety practices.
Maintain and comply with sanitation and safety standards; maintaining a clean and organized kitchen and work environment.
Perform visual quality inspections on products, minimize waste where possible.
Effectively communicate information and respond to questions/suggestions from various levels within the company.
Assist Production Supervisors and Managers in training and coaching Production Support employees on proper procedures, techniques and compliance protocol.
Communicate quality or safety discrepancies to Supervisors, Managers and/or Directors.
Makes recommendations to management regarding personnel evaluation and training of the Production Support team.
Assist the Production Manager or Production Supervisor as needed.
Ensure a safe working environment; reviewing and communicating daily on all safety related topics of discussion.
Assist with Packaging responsibilities as required.
Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned based on business needs.