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Job Title: Production Technician II
Department: Production
Reports to: Production Value Stream Supervisor
About Us:
DreamFields is one of the top 5 cannabis companies in the industry through our leading #1 pre-roll brand, Jeeter. Our company is passionate about producing world-class marketing, high-quality products, delivering unprecedented customer experiences, having cutting-edge operations, and curating an amazing company culture & thriving work environment.
Job Summary: The Production Technician II plays a critical role in maintaining production efficiency by stepping into various roles when required due to illness, resignation, or other absences in leadership or more technical positions. This role requires flexibility and the ability to quickly transition between positions, ensuring minimal disruption to production.
Main Responsibilities:
- Serve as a backup for leadership or technically skilled roles during absences due to illness, resignation, or other reasons, ensuring continued workflow.
- Cross-train in multiple production areas, including automated machinery operation, quality assurance, and line supervision.
- Quickly assume the role of line supervisor, technician, or machine operator during absences to maintain operational flow.
- Meet and exceed daily production quotas while ensuring minimal downtime and adherence to quality control standards. Participate in daily operational reviews to identify areas for improvement in efficiency.
- Manipulate cannabis flower and oil in production processes.
- Weigh, stuff, roll, and package products to company specifications.
- Label, sticker, and package finished goods for distribution.
- Ensure compliance with all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and OSHA health and safety standards.
- Support team leads in overseeing production lines and addressing technical issues as needed.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced team members when acting in a supervisory role.
- Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and participation in routine safety audits. Maintain full compliance with OSHA standards and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Must be at least 21 years old, as required by state law.
- Ability to work independently and within a team in a fast-paced production environment.
- Demonstrated ability to adapt to different roles and responsibilities quickly.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills, including the ability to troubleshoot equipment issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
- Strong time management skills and attention to detail to meet production goals.
- Knowledge of various strains, styles, and types of cannabis and their production requirements.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively lead teams and collaborate across departments.
- Ability to lead small production teams during supervisor absences, ensuring adherence to production schedules and safety standards.
- Ability to uphold high health and hygiene standards in compliance with OSHA and GMP.
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- 3 years of experience in a high-volume production or manufacturing role.
- Experience with lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, or process improvement methodologies is preferred.
- Experience with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) is required.
- Cross-functional training or experience in multiple production processes preferred.
- Experience in manufacturing consumable goods is a plus.
Schedule:
- Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM (must be flexible to work Saturday when needed).
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand or sit for extended periods.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and operate in a fast-paced, noisy production environment.
- Must be able to handle frequent walking, standing, and the use of manual tools for machine setup and adjustments.
- Must be able to work in varied environmental conditions, including noisy and fast-paced production areas. May require working in regulated cleanroom environments.
- Capable of repetitive hand and arm motions while working with cannabis.
- Willingness to wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Benefits and Perks:
- Get your earned wages ahead of payday (ZayZoon)
- We also offer:
- Weekly Pay
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Pet insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Employee discounts
- And more
EEOC: DreamFields is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.