Flower Technician

Want to make a meaningful difference in peoples’ lives while earning a competitive salary? At Jushi, we are shaping the future of the cannabis industry, the fastest growing jobs sector in the U.S. The Flower Processing Technician – Sorting, trimming and jarring of flower and primary packaging of cannabis-based medicines. The role is responsible for all aspects of flower processing from post harvest through primary packaging. These responsibilities include trimming, sorting, assembling trimmed product into various containers and packages as well as ensuring that the appropriate quantity, weight, and type of product is packaged and accurately documented. This position works in a timely manner and strives to increase productivity and acts with professional regard to the management and use of all production facilities and processing equipment. All qualified applicants will be trained in the use of equipment for processing. WHAT YOU WILL DO

Perform mechanical and hand trimming/sorting of cannabis flower

Perform mechanical and hand primary packaging of cannabis flower flower by weight

Adheres to a rigorous production schedule and works to ensure product is processed and documented in an accurate and timely manner.

May be called upon to buck & shuck the harvest during peak times

Label and clean storage bins, work areas and equipment

Cleaning and maintaining of Curing/Trimming areas

Performs curing duties as required, including mixture testing and water activity readings

Records & documents all activities in record keeping systems of all details including but not limited to traceability, quality and maintenance

Operate, maintain, calibrate and clean processing equipment, responsible for light to medium maintenance of automated equipment including cleaning and preventative maintenance

Reports any event or condition that might affect final product

Follow all site Safety requirements including use of PPE and required attendance at Safety meetings

Provide feedback to improve process quality and efficiency

Perform other functions as necessary to provide an adequate supply of product to meet patient demand

Adhere to strict sanitation practices throughout the facility

Other tasks, as determined by the Manager of Processing, to ensure smooth operation of facility

Record keeping of all details pertinent to processing and inventory

Able to work independently as well as operating as a team

Conduct inventory counts of primary packaging materials. Responsible for keeping an inventory of processing materials to ensure supply chain stability

Provide feedback to improve process quality and efficiency.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

High School diploma or General Education Development (GED) required

One year of experience in horticulture or related field encouraged

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in any Horticulture preferred

General computer ability/skills, mathematical, language and reasoning skills

Previous experience in medical cannabis industry (preferred)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Occasionally perform desk-based computer tasks

Frequently sitting, standing and walking

Occasionally Twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl

Ability to communicate orally with management and other co-workers is crucial. Regular use of the telephone and e-mail for communication may be required. Sitting or standing for extended periods is common. Hearing and vision within normal ranges is essential for normal conversations, to receive ordinary information and to prepare or inspect documents.

Some heavy lifting may be required. Exertion of up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally may be required.

Good manual dexterity for the use of common office equipment and manual tools

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The job is performed indoors. Must be able to work in hot, humid environments for extended periods of time with exposure to dust, allergens, and water. Appropriate PPE will be required and provided. Activities include extended periods of sitting, standing, kneeling, stooping, cleaning and bending. Twisting in tight areas may also be required at times.

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER OUR EMPLOYEES AT JUSHI We offer benefit packages that may include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short, and Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and 401(k).    BONUS DUTIES YOU SHOULD UNDERSTAND Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.   Jushi is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, political affiliation, or any other characteristics protected by local laws, regulations, or ordinances.