Production Technician

ABOUT AYR WELLNESS

We’re a new kind of cannabis company, aiming higher in everything we do. We grow and sell the highest-quality cannabis products available anywhere, inspiring wellness and wonder in our customers, wherever they are on their cannabis journey. We operate with a sense of responsibility to our customers and patients, building stronger and more socially responsible communities everywhere we go.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Production Kitchen Technician is responsible for assisting in the cleaning and sanitation of equipment in the Production Kitchen workspace. Under the direction of the Kitchen Lead, the Production Kitchen Assistant may also assist with the production/packaging of infused edibles. Depending on Production needs, the Production Kitchen Technician may assist in other areas of the Lab, including Packaging and Fulfillment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Cleaning and sanitation of Kitchen Equipment including, trays, utensils, molds.
• Check and maintain temperature and concentration of sanitizer in 3-Compartment Sink, and Dishwasher
• Maintain Cleaning Logs associated with Kitchen Equipment

• Assist the Kitchen Lead with production of infused edible products
• Ensure clean and sanitized equipment is available for daily production
• Follow company, state, and local regulations for Food Safety compliance
• Assist in Packaging and Fulfillment as needed.
• Be able to follow specific lab cleaning guidelines, including the handling of reagents, safe disposal of reagents, spent cannabis material and general lab trash.

• Other job duties as assigned.

SKILLS/ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Time Management
• Communication

• Teamwork
• Problem Solving Skills

REQUIREMENTS/PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Must be able to secure Nevada Agent Card Registration with the Nevada Cannabis Compliance Board

• Ability to work within a team and on an individual basis
• Familiarity with food safety procedures
• Positive attitude and demeanor
• Works in a timely manner and strives to increase productivity
• Experience and knowledge and familiarity with Cannabis

• Must be 21 years of age or older, and be able to pass an extensive background check
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand on feet or sit for extended periods of time

• Ability to have extended cannabis exposure, with no adverse physical reaction
• Ability to use repetitive use of hands, wrists, and forearms
• Responsible for learning safety protocols for chemical handling and response for exposure to chemical spills
• Fine visual acuity with the ability to adjust focus to inspect closely, ability to recognize different colors.
• Normal vision or corrected by use of glasses and/or contacts for normal reading and viewing abilities to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned, or to make general observations of facilities or structures

• Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to meet job and operate equipment requirements
• Ability to twist, turn, bend, stand and walk as required to perform the duties associated with functioning as a dispensary manager
• Pushing/pulling/carrying, with the ability to lift up-to 100 pounds occasionally
• Regular and on-time attendance (Hours may exceed 40 hours per week)

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed in several locations that include a cannabis cultivation and production facility. The working area may be odorous at times and loud due to fans and filtration systems, fluctuating between cold and warm temperatures. Involves frequent contact with staff. Work may include dealing with law enforcement and occasional State inspectors.

DISCLAIMER

All the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

Ayr Wellness is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.