Processing Technician

Why The Botanist?

The Botanist is a subsidiary of Canopy USA, LLC, a leading vertically integrated, multi-state operator in the United States cannabis industry. With the transition of Acreage Holdings to Canopy USA, LLC in December 2024, Canopy USA, LLC 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, LLC is well positioned to accelerate growth with an emphasis on the Midwestern and Northeastern U.S. markets. As newly formed Canopy USA, LLC, we are building a stronger, more agile organization that will unlock greater opportunities across the growing US cannabis market.

Who you’ll work for: The Botanist

Our Culture:

Here at Canopy USA, LLC, we believe in people first. We value our people and encourage continuous opportunities to learn, develop, and grow. We pride ourselves in innovation and passion for the cannabis industry.

We are always looking for motivated people who share our vision to join our team. Think you have what it takes? Then come grow with us!

About the Role: Processing Technician

The Processing Technician is responsible for various processes associated with cannabis product development, including harvesting, trimming, processing, and packaging plant material. This role involves providing the daily care and focused attention necessary to ensure clean, high-quality, and safe cannabis products. Technicians play a critical role in maintaining accuracy, compliance, and quality standards across all processing stages.

How you’ll make a difference:

• Plant Processing:

• • Harvest, trim, process, and/or package plant material by hand or using specialized machinery.

• • Inspect plant material for defects using appropriate tools and promptly report concerns to the processing leadership team.

• Data Accuracy and Quality Control:

• • Accurately record data throughout the processing and packaging procedures, including inventory, weights, and measurements of plant material, in compliance with company protocols.

• • Adhere to quality control SOPs and verify that quality standards are met during each stage of the process.

• Department Maintenance and Compliance

• • Maintain a clean, compliant, and safe work environment by promptly reporting compliance or safety concerns.

• • Clean and sanitize the processing area as assigned, including sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, sanitizing surfaces and equipment, and reorganizing stock and inventory as directed by the processing leadership team.

• • Dispose of waste in accordance with standard operating procedures and regulatory requirements.

• Performance and Team Support:

• • Meet daily goals, processing objectives, and KPIs as established by management.

• • Perform additional tasks and duties as assigned by the Processing Supervisor or Senior Production Manager to meet the needs of the business.

Skills to be Successful:

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent – required

• Minimum of 1-3 years of packaging, trimming, and/or production experience – strongly preferred

• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary focus and attention to detail.?

• Proficient verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with colleagues.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices??

Additional Qualifications

• Must be of the minimum age required by state regulations.

• Ability to pass state mandated background check(s)

Computers and Technology

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

• Ability to learn, navigate and accurately utilize the company’s seed-to-sale tracking software (where applicable).

Perks & Benefits:

• Full suite of medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid parental leave
• 401 (k)
• Paid Time Off
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee life insurance and supplemental life
• Spouse and child life and ADD&D
• Pet insurance
• FSA and HSA available
• • Based on eligibility.

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 requested to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to work quickly but efficiently, while maintaining the integrity of the product.
• Light to moderate lifting of up to 50 lbs; heavier weights with assistance.
• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Must adhere to facility general hygiene requirements.
• Capacity to stay focused on the task at hand.

DISCLAIMER: This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to confirm or be interpreted as a comprehensive summary of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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.