At Curaleaf, we’re redefining the cannabis industry with a commitment to quality, expertise, and innovation. As a leading global cannabis provider, our brands, including Curaleaf, Select, and Grassroots, offer top-tier products and services in both medical and adult-use markets.

Join us to be part of a high-growth, purpose-driven company that values corporate social responsibility through our Rooted in Good initiative, which supports community outreach and positive change. At Curaleaf, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, drive innovation, and help shape the future of cannabis. 

Lead Production Technician

Job Type: Full Time; Non-Exempt

Who You Are:

The Lead Production Technician is responsible for leading a team of hourly employees in the execution of preparation and production of dried cannabis flower via trim machine operation with a continuous focus on compliance, safety accountability, product integrity, team productivity and cost.  Lead the team through effective startup, hour-by-hour, and shutdown operations to include inventory management, production batch preparation, filling, weighing, sealing and production output tracking.

What You Will Do

Within a large-scale cannabis processing facility lead a team of Packaging Technicians in the performance of production tasks such as product trimming, machine operation, filling, sealing, packaging, inventory management, and labeling. Comprehensive and safe operation of cannabis trimming equipment and machinery Comprehensive knowledge of cannabis filling and packaging. Drive department core metrics (quantity, quality, and productivity objectives) and measure planned vs. actual performance hourly/daily. Assist with the training and development of the Packaging team. Hold self and others accountable at all times. Support and participate in department continuous improvement and occupational safety initiatives such as the 5S program and Hazard Communication. Support and participate in sanitation and bio-security practices. Understand/apply product integrity standards for lab products making sure quality is maintained while being prepared, filled, packaged, and processed. Manage critical product and batch data and ensure that labels are complete, accurate and legible. Responsible for contributing to the team’s operational efficiency and waste reduction through ownership, teamwork, communication, and collaboration. Follow standard operating procedures (SOP) for all operations, ensuring adherence to company and regulatory compliance (proper weighing, data recording, product tracking, security, green waste disposal, etc. Lead the compliant and safe handling and use of solvents and sanitizing agents to include isopropyl alcohol and ethanol. Troubleshoot and resolve problems with filling and packaging equipment and maintain critical resources in an “always ready” posture. Execute operator-level equipment cleaning and maintenance activities and support facility maintenance and troubleshooting. Responsible for ensuring each product is properly labeled in compliance with the FL regulations to include batch and content labeling. Maintain accurate and timely inventory including applicable data tracking and visual organization for workspace. Maintain security protocols within lab packaging and inventory spaces and observe authorized personnel only access. Understand, and apply proper lab product packaging methods, including specification limits for customer satisfaction and overfill cost. Participate in continuous improvement and occupational safety initiatives such as the 5S program and Hazard Communication.

What You Will Bring

High School Diploma or G.E.D. minimum. 1 year of applicable experience operating production machinery in a safe and professional manner Experience leading a small manufacturing team of 12 or more employees desired. Able to follow equipment utilization and work schedules. Ability to effectively adhere to production plans and priorities. Ability to remain calm in periods of high stress or unusual activity. Effective communication skills and time management skills Ability to focus with attention to detail. Strong work ethic. Willingness to learn and improve each operation. Understand basic weight and measurement concepts and able to operate various scales and meters. Basic mechanical aptitude to operate, maintain and troubleshoot filling, capping, sealing and measurement equipment.

Physical Requirements

Sitting, standing, and performing repetitive tasks for long periods of time. Standing, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds unassisted, carrying packaging, product totes, pushing carts, etc. Able to use hands, wrists, and forearms repetitively and with dexterity. Able to wear required personal protective equipment for the duration of the shift.

 

 

What We Offer:

Career Growth Opportunities Competitive Pay and Benefits (Health, Dental Vision) Generous PTO and Parental Leave 401(K) Retirement Plan Life/AD&D Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability Community Involvement Initiatives Employee Referral Bonuses and Product Discounts

Not all benefits listed above are available to all employees at all locations.  

Curaleaf Awards and Achievements:

2023 Ragan’s Top Places to Work 2022 TIME100 Most Influential Companies 2020 Cannabis Doing Good’s Good Neighbor Award 2020 Minorities for Medical Marijuana’s Diversity & Inclusion Award

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Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (TSX: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf") is a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis with a mission to enhance lives by cultivating, sharing, and celebrating the power of the plant. As a high-growth cannabis company known for quality, expertise and reliability, the Company, and its brands, including Curaleaf, Select, Grassroots, JAMS, Find and Zero Proof provide industry-leading service, product selection and accessibility across the medical and adult-use markets. Curaleaf International is the largest vertically integrated cannabis company in Europe with a unique supply and distribution network throughout the European market, bringing together pioneering science and research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction, and production.

Our corporate  is Rooted in Good. We believe in taking corporate and social responsibility very seriously, from our educational outreach to national partnerships, state-wide initiatives, and local causes. Giving back to the communities where we operate is important to us and helps to change old attitudes by showing the positive impact of cannabis in creating jobs, changing lives, and helping local communities. 

Our Vision: To be the world's leading cannabis company by consistently delivering superior products and services and driving the global acceptance of cannabis. 

Our Values:

Lead and Inspire.   Commit to Win.   ONE Curaleaf.   Driven to Deliver Excellence.  

Curaleaf is an equal opportunity employer. Curaleaf recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Individuals adversely impacted by the war on drugs are encouraged to apply.

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