Production Lead, Flower Pack - MPX

iAnthus Capital•Pleasantville, NJ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Lead is a full-time position at iAnthus Capital Management’s MPX manufacturing facility in Pleasantville, New Jersey. Reporting directly to the Production Supervisor, the role oversees and assists with cannabis cultivation, harvesting, processing, and packaging. The Production Lead helps guide the Production Team and ensures production work follows SOPs, regulatory requirements, and established quality standards. The position requires strong time management and flexibility to work some evenings and weekends. The role also coordinates inventory retrieval and order fulfillment, maintains accurate production records and product inventory, supports equipment inspections and upkeep, and ensures cleaning and sanitation procedures are followed. The Production Lead maintains trim and packaging schedules, assists with performance feedback, coordinates completed-order deliveries with the Director of Security, and participates in meetings and training.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Knowledge of state-specific cannabis laws and regulatory compliance.
Ability to work independently, coordinate multiple tasks, and prioritize work effectively.
Reliability.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Proficient oral and written communication skills.
Computer proficiency and ability to quickly learn new software.
Ability to prioritize tasks and work in a heavily regulated environment.

Nice To Haves

Green Flower and/or Ganjier Certificate holder.

Responsibilities

Oversee and assist with cultivation activities, including planting, pruning, and transplanting cannabis plants.
Monitor growing conditions to support plant health and maximize yield.
Participate in harvesting by trimming and processing plants according to established protocols.
Operate and maintain cultivation equipment, addressing functionality issues promptly.
Review daily orders and coordinate retrieval of the necessary inventory with the Production and Facility Manager.
Ensure products are properly stored, labeled, and recorded in the Viridian Sciences POS system.
Maintain accurate production records by auditing control documentation provided by team members.
Conduct routine inspections to identify and troubleshoot equipment problems.
Follow SOPs and applicable industry standards and regulations.
Work with cultivation and production teams to coordinate efficient production workflows.
Ensure products meet established quality standards before moving to the next production stage.
Ensure cleaning schedules and related policies and procedures are followed to meet sanitation and safety standards.
Review the Communication Binder at the start of each shift.
Conduct regular product and supply inventory audits.
Assist with performance evaluations by providing feedback and documentation to the Production Manager.
Maintain weekly trim and packaging schedules to provide coverage based on business needs.
Coordinate delivery of completed orders for RMDs with the Director of Security.
Attend team meetings and required training sessions.
Contribute to team efforts by completing related work as needed.
Uphold company core values and cultural principles, including respect, diversity, sustainability, research, service, collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
Perform additional duties as assigned.