Production Associate

Theory Wellness is the first employee-owned cannabis company in Massachusetts and the largest in the country. Announced on December 20th, 2023, this historic milestone honors the hard work and dedication of our team, preserving and rewarding those who have built our operations and upheld our values. This change in ownership reflects our commitment to empowering our employees and ensuring the future success of our company.

Summary:

Theory Wellness operates state-of-the-art cannabis cultivation and dispensing facilities in multiple states. We are seeking enthusiastic candidates to support day-to-day manufacturing operations. This role will involve nearly all day-to-day operations of our Waterville, ME manufacturing facility.

Responsibilities will include:

• Cross-Departmental Flexibility: Support various production departments in Waterville, including Processing, Preroll, MIP (Manufactured Infused Products), Extraction, Packaging, and Labeling, as directed.
• Machinery Operation: Operate packaging and labeling machinery, such as the label application machine and other equipment as required.
• Flower-Based Product Processing: Assist in all aspects of the packaging and processing of flower-based products, including but not limited to grinding, labeling, gramming, and assembling prerolls and infused prerolls.
• Beverage Production: Support beverage production, including but not limited to becoming proficient in canning operations.
• Infused Product Production: Assist in the production and packaging of infused products, including but not limited to chews, tinctures, chocolates, and topicals.
• Extraction Production: Assist with packaging of vape and concentrates.
• Label Production Support: Assist with label creation, printing, and spooling, ensuring accurate information and supporting production needs across departments.
• Inventory Management: Track cannabis and non-cannabis inventory accurately and compliantly within the inventory management system.
• Regulatory Compliance: Understand and adhere to state regulations and company procedures to ensure compliance and product quality.
• Work Environment Maintenance: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment, contributing to a positive and productive atmosphere.
• Department Familiarization: Gain knowledge of day-to-day operations across all production departments to effectively support where needed and provide insights on continual process and team improvement.
• Other Duties: Perform any additional tasks as assigned by the Director of Production or dept supervisors.

Full Time Employee Benefits: (part-time*)

• Health/Dental/Vision/Life
• Pet Insurance*/Legal Plan*/EAP*
• Paid time off*
• Employee discounts*
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (some locations)

Compensation: $18 Hourly (Based on experience)

Requirements:

• At least 1 year working in the cannabis production space
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks
• Work best in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to quickly and comfortably switch tasks
• Comfortable working with multiple departments
• Strong, systems, software, and computer skills
• High energy, enthusiasm, and the willingness to do whatever it takes to get the job done
• You have a passion for cannabis
• You have a flexible schedule
• Mechanical aptitude is a plus but not required
• Ability and willingness to focus on quality control and safety
• Ability to multitask and adjust to changing priorities
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds
• Ability to effectively and professionally communicate with company stakeholders
• At least 21 years of age
• No drug-related felony; ability to pass a comprehensive background check

Theory Wellness Inc. is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. We recruit and hire applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other factor prohibited by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• TW requires 2 Professional References, please provide the name, email and phone for both below: (*References will not be contacted without your notification)
• Are you at least 21 years old? (Must be 21 to work in cannabis)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18