What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Technician position at our Company?
Who We Are:
At Copperstate Farms and Sol Flower, we’re creating a better kind of cannabis company. Where we know happy plants begin with happy people. We aspire to high standards, take pride in our work, and drive for better results every day. At the greenhouse, our roots are growing flower, but we’ve branched out to offer an extensive range of cannabis products like edibles, topicals, and concentrates for retail dispensary locations. From farm to market, we are committed to the quality of our products and are always testing for patient and customer safety. By bringing together best practices from big agriculture, consumer packaged goods, and pharmaceutical and retail industries, Copperstate is becoming one of the top cannabis companies to work for.
What We’re Growing:
As one of the largest greenhouse cannabis producers in North America, Copperstate Farms ranges over 1.7 million square feet of canopy and 40 acres under glass. It’s here where we have been growing a house of cannabis brands that our patients and customers can trust, each addressing a different needs state and demographic. From the greenhouse to corporate to multiple Sol Flower dispensaries, we’re an inclusive cannabis community empowering wellness for all. Most of all, we strive for a culture where our employees view us as one of the best places to work.
Job Description:
The Production Technician is responsible for performing work on manufacturing product lines as assigned. Lines include but are not limited to the following: filling and capping, edible production, packaging, and pre roll assembly. Main duties will include but not be limited to accurately setting up product lines, operating equipment (as assigned), maintaining a clean environment, assembling packaging and/or labeling finished product.
Core Responsibilities:
Duties of this job include, but are not limited to:
- Set up and operate manual to automatic production lines
- Record all packaging and production activity as directed to ensure all activities are accounted for such as batch processing, cleaning, etc.
- Meet packaging and production goals set
- Responsible for maintaining all equipment used in good working condition
- Report any equipment, product, health, and safety issues to leadership
- Ensure product is packaged and labeled accurately and in compliance with regulations
- Maintain a safe and sanitary work environment
- Ensure that assigned areas and equipment are clean and always sanitized
- Adhere to all standard operating procedures and the highest standard of compliance
- Other duties as assigned
There are also several qualities and skills to expect from a candidate to flourish in this role:
- Demonstrated ability for strategic and critical thinking (analytic bent)
- Collaborative team player
- Strong communication skills (listening, verbal, written & presentation skills)
- Respects company values; operates with integrity and transparency
- Excellent project management skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities to consistently deliver quality results on time, on budget with strong attention to detail
- Positive problem-solving attitude and approach
- Willingness to embrace change in a rapidly evolving work and market environment and deal with potential stressful situations in a professional and calm manner
- Ability to deal with potential stressful situations in a professional and calm manner
- Produce results in line with mutually agreed KPIs
Commitment & Dependability:
- Willingness to be an integral member of a successful team
- Dedication to provide the highest levels of service
- Excellent attendance and reliability
- Adherence to company policies and procedures
- Dedicated to maintaining confidentiality in every aspect of the job
Qualifications and Education:
- Minimum 21 years of age
- Must be able to pass a background check in order to obtain, and maintain, a Facility Agent card in accordance with Arizona State Department of Health Services requirements.
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Cannabis industry experience preferred
- Manufacturing experience preferred
Benefits:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
Copperstate Farms is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact Human Resources at askHR@copperstatefarms.com