Machine Operator - Trim

The Role

As a Machine Operator, you will be responsible for setting up, safely operating, and ensuring basic maintenance of a variety of pieces of automated and semi-automated machinery to make high quality cannabis products. The Machine Operator is also responsible for ensuring that all products meet our standards (including product formulas, visual appearance, packaging, etc.), inspecting and ensuring equipment is ready to run, adjusting equipment to run at optimal speed while ensuring safety and quality.

Responsibilities

Safety:

Follow all department specific safety practices including the use of PPE

Responsible for maintaining the organization and cleanliness of the designated work area, including supporting all 5S requirements

Remain compliant with all safety training requirements

Promptly report safety concerns, including near miss situations

Production:

Perform equipment inspections, calibrations, line centering, etc. to ensure the successful operation of equipment.

Responsible for increasing operational efficiency and reducing waste through ownership, teamwork, communication, and collaboration.

Work in a fast-paced environment and meet productivity standards

Follow SOP’s and work instructions to complete the tasks according to company standards

Work in a quick and efficient manner and strives to consistently increase productivity

Responsible for regular maintenance and cleaning of all equipment.

Participate in trial runs, new product development projects and training of other employees.

Work in a team environment and be part of building a positive environment

Quality & Compliance:

Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness to improve and promote quality

Perform in-process and post-process quality assurance testing and conducting visual inspections to ensure all product meets or exceed our strict specifications and patient's expectations.

Ensure 100% compliance involving proper weighing, data recording, product tracking, and security awareness throughout all times.

Teamwork (makes the dream work):

Participate in daily communication meetings

Elevate issues to a lead, direct manager, and HR as appropriate

Create a positive working environment

Escalate areas of process improvement

Perform any additional tasks assigned by a manager or lead

Qualifications

Minimum of a high school diploma or GED; associates degree or certifications preferred

Effective time-management skills and ability to multi-task

Ability to work well with others while also completing individually assigned tasks

Ability to stand, sit, kneel, and lift equipment or plants up to 50 lbs. for extended periods

Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing and challenging environment

Must be able to comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) requirements

Must be able to work at heights

Prior experience running automated equipment

Basic math and mechanical skills

Curiosity to understand how the equipment works to support troubleshooting or process improvements

Effectively follow state and company compliance requirements

Excellent customer service, time management and organization skills

Prior cannabis experience not required

Additional Requirements

Must pass any and all required background checks

Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry

Must be a minimum of 21 years of age

Must be approved by state badging agency to work in cannabis industry

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform reaching, grasping, bending, stooping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time while maintaining focus.

Must be able to lift, carry, and balance up to 50 pounds AND must be able to do so with extreme care and caution when working with product.

Work involves daily exposure to allergens (such as cannabis, tree nuts, and coconut oil).

The pay range is competitive and based on experience, qualifications, and/or location of the role. Positions may be eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program driven by organization and individual performance.

Green Thumb Pay Range

$20 — $21 USD