Production Technician Lead

Vireo Health • Johnstown, NY

3d • $25

About The Position

We are seeking a dependable and hands-on Production Technician Lead (joint and pre-roll focused) to support the daily operations of our production team. In this role, you’ll serve as a peer leader—guiding Production Technicians, assisting with training, and helping to ensure that day-to-day activities in trimming, curing, and packaging run smoothly. The ideal candidate is quality-driven, detail-oriented, and eager to support their team while maintaining compliance with internal SOPs and state regulations. This position reports to the Director of Operations and serves as a key link between frontline employees and site leadership.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ year experience in a cannabis, agricultural, or manufacturing production environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a focus on teamwork.
• Proficient in basic Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Able to work in a fast-paced, physical environment with frequent standing, bending, and lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Flexible to work various shifts including weekends if needed

Nice To Haves

• Previous peer leadership or mentoring experience strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of cannabis processing, trimming, drying, and/or packaging preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a lead resource for Production Technicians across daily operations including trimming, drying, curing, and packaging of cannabis flower.
• Assist with task delegation and day-to-day coordination under the direction of the Production Supervisor.
• Train and onboard new team members, reinforcing SOPs, safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Perform quality checks and help ensure all products meet visual and compliance standards.
• Provide real-time coaching and guidance to peers, promoting teamwork and operational efficiency.
• Support accurate data entry and recordkeeping for product weights, waste, and batch tracking.
• Promote a clean, safe, and compliant work environment through active participation in sanitation and housekeeping.
• Act as a communication bridge between production staff and leadership by relaying concerns, improvement ideas, and operational updates.
• Assist with maintaining inventory of production supplies and alerting leadership to shortages or maintenance needs.
• Step in to perform technician-level tasks as needed to maintain workflow.

Benefits

• A Growing Industry: Work at the leading tech company in the cannabis industry and help shape the future
• Passionate Culture: Join a team that truly cares about the plant, the people, and the purpose behind what we do
• Employee Perks: Enjoy competitive pay and benefits, paid time off and employee discounts
• Making an Impact: We’re committed to education, sustainability, and giving back to the communities we serve.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees