Production Technician

Green Thumb•Hackettstown, NJ

About The Position

As a Production Technician, you will help turn raw cannabis flower into medicated products. Under management guidance, you will produce, package, and handle products; perform inventory duties; comply with applicable requirements; and prioritize safety while working in the facility. The role requires precision, energy, teamwork, and a focus on production goals and product quality. The position involves following recipes, standard operating procedures, processing procedures, laboratory protocols, quality-control methods, and local and state regulations. You will package and label products, maintain manufacturing documentation, electronically convert packaged products in the state traceability system, and keep your assigned work area clean and organized. The stated pay range is $19.50–$19.50 USD. Positions may be eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program based on organizational and individual performance.

Requirements

High school education or GED; some college or college graduation is preferred.
Must be able to work well both in a group and independently, demonstrating self-motivation and initiative.
Must adapt quickly to changes in policy, procedure, and technique.
Must maintain personal hygiene and follow GTI health guidelines.
Ability to listen well and communicate effectively with various audiences.
Ability to perform monotonous tasks efficiently without losing quality.
Ability to follow basic instructions and accept constructive criticism.
Must have a valid driver’s license or State ID card.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must pass all required background checks.
Must remain compliant with all legal and company regulations for working in the industry.
Must be approved by the Cannabis Compliance Board to receive an Agent Card.
Must be able to perform reaching, grasping, bending, stooping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods while maintaining focus.
Must be able to lift, carry, and balance up to 50 pounds, exercising extreme care and caution when working with product.
Work involves daily exposure to allergens such as cannabis, tree nuts, and coconut oil.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of experience in manufacturing, food processing, warehousing, and/or inventory is preferred.
Some college or a college degree is preferred.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Prior cannabis experience is not required.

Responsibilities

Deliver on production goals while prioritizing safety and quality.
Produce products according to recipes and standard operating procedures while maintaining high quality standards.
Package products in appropriate containers with proper labeling to ensure compliance with state regulations.
Follow processing procedures and laboratory protocols.
Comply with local and state regulations.
Apply quality-control methods throughout the entire process.
Create and maintain documentation of manufacturing methods.
Electronically convert packaged products in the state traceability system.
Manage time efficiently to meet goals while consistently producing quality products.
Maintain good housekeeping and keep the assigned work area clean and organized at the end of the assigned shift.
Use basic organizational and communication skills and Windows-based operating software.
Exercise independent judgment regarding product processing while keeping quality and goals in mind.
Contribute to a positive environment through a positive attitude and self-motivation.
Perform other duties as assigned.