Processing Technician II - Processing/Packaging

Company Description

Canopy USA is now positioned to consolidate operations across its three business units – Wana, Jetty, and Acreage – realizing synergies, cost savings, and supporting growth in state-legal markets across the U.S.

Through coverage of key market segments including flower via Superflux, vape and concentrates via Jetty, edibles and beverages via Wana, and retail through The Botanist, Canopy USA is well positioned to accelerate growth with an emphasis on the Midwestern and Northeastern U.S. markets

SUMMARY

The Processing Technician Level 2 will play a critical role in overseeing the processing and packaging of all high quality, cannabis goods. The successful candidate for this leadership position will have a track record of proven performance, demonstrated advanced knowledge and understanding of cannabis processes from harvest to final packaging, and maintain a reputation as an example of leadership within the organization.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 The main responsibilities of the Processing Technician Level 2 include leading the processing and handling of cannabis from harvest to packaging; recording and documenting weights and measurements; and assist management with maintaining the highest level of cleanliness inside all processing areas.

• Provide over-site in the harvesting plant material process to ensure efficiency and quality. Maintain SOP standards and assist management with enforcing as needed.
• Demonstrate expertise in advanced processing techniques including bucking, trimming, sifting, and other physical manipulation of biomass, guiding team members to achieve optimal results
• Inspects and weighs cannabis flower, as well as unusable stems, stalks, and fan leaves for input into the inventory tracking system.
• Provide guidance to incoming and current processing technicians by demonstrating best practices and reviewing processing work flow in accordance with standard operating procedure.
• Assist in Weighing and packaging cannabis goods of all forms. Collaborate with management to ensure work stations and packaging is staged for daily production. Provide inventory updates as needed on supply counts.
• Ensure batch records are updated and accurately reflect flow on inventory. Reports any outliers or concerns to management.
• Maintain inventory tracking systems including assisting with seed-to-sale system updates as needed. Immediately inform management of any discrepancies or irregularities.
• Ensures accurate and compliant logging and disposal of waste in accordance with Standard Operating Procedure. Regularly reviews daily waste logs and updates as needed.
• Oversees the thorough sanitation and cleaning of tools, supplies, and work areas; demonstrating the standard of cleanliness needed in the processing areas.
• Other duties as assigned

Competencies:

• Demonstrated ability to motivate a team effectively and assist with fostering a positive and collaborative work environment
• Showcase and advanced mechanical aptitude
• Demonstrated ability to work in a physical capacity
• Communication proficiently with team members, supervisors, and managers, facilitating a seamless information flow
• Display independent thinking and initiative in addressing challenges and improving processes
• Maintain and instill a heightened attention to detail within the team to achieve the highest quality standards
• Demonstrate good organizational skills
• Ability to effectively use computer-based seed-to-sale inventory software

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent – required
• 1-3 years experience packaging product within a commercial cannabis facility
• Proven ability in effective time management and multitasking skills
• Must be in current positive standing with the company and maintain a positive work performance

Required Knowledge and Abilities

• Basic Math required for inventory, projections, and measurements.
• Comprehensive cannabis knowledge from Harvest to Final Packaging
• Excellent time-management skills; Ability to effectively plan and prioritize
• Ability to maintain confidentiality; Absolute reliability and honesty
• Ability to focus; Attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team; Ability to communicate clearly and calmly
• Ability to remain calm in periods of high stress or unusual activity
• Skill at using computers
• Mechanical skill

Additional Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Ability to pass state mandated background check(s)

SCHEDULE

Available to work Monday-Thursday, 7am-5:30pm ET, with flexibility for mandatory overtime as required to meet business needs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Production environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, safety is paramount. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. The job is performed indoors in a traditional warehouse like setting. Exposure to heat, bright lights and organic chemicals is expected. Protective safety clothing, shoes, glasses, goggles, gloves, facemasks, or hat may be required to be worn.

• Extended time standing, walking, bending, and reaching
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds for a distance of 100 feet
• Close visual focus required
• Standing for extended period of time in excess of 4 hour increments

ACREAGE HOLDINGS CODE OF CONDUCT

All employees are expected to represent the values and maintain the standards contained in the Code of Conduct. 

CHANGES TO THIS JOB DESCRIPTION

The Company may amend this job description in whole or part, at any time, without notice based on business needs.

E-Verify Participation Notice

This Employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. 

What is E-Verify?  E-Verify is an internet-based system that compares information from and employee’s Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.

Code of Conduct:

All employees are expected to represent the values and maintain the standards contained in the Code of Conduct.  

The Botanist is an Equal Opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or protected Veteran status.  We appreciate your interest in The Botanist.  If you need assistance with completing an online application due to a disability, please send a request to hrteam@acreageholdings.com.  Please be sure to include “Accommodation Request” in the subject line.