Cannabis Post-Harvest and Packaging Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job description

Become a part of Massachusetts' premier cannabis cultivation facility!

Join the HighMark Provisions Team.

About Us: HighMark Provisions is looking for passionate cannabis enthusiasts who are eager to learn more about the industry. The company is looking for Post Harvest & Packaging Technicians to assist in trimming cannabis and preparing products for sale in accordance with HMP's standard operating procedures. This is a full-time position, requiring at least 40 hours per week. The Post Harvest & Packaging Technicians must adhere to HighMark Provisions, LLC policies, and all state and local laws and regulations. The Post Harvest & Packaging Technicians may be asked to perform other duties as well.

Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Production Supervisor, the Post Harvest & Packaging Technician executes and maintains all daily operations of the Production and Packaging Department to achieve company goals. The Post Harvest & Packaging Technician is also responsible for maintaining the company's policies and procedures and ensuring compliance with all state and local laws and regulations. There are a variety of responsibilities, including but not limited to the following:

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• The trimming and packaging of cannabis flower.
• Preparation, production, and packaging of cannabis products.
• Keeping track of all weights given by production leads from the start of an order until its completion on the appropriate record-keeping sheet. When weight discrepancies occur, immediately notify the production manager.
• Maintaining policies and procedures for waste disposal and coordinating waste disposal upon order completion.
• Assisting the Cultivation Team during harvests, if necessary.
• Maintaining all trim and packaging equipment, cleaning it, and operating it safely.
• Comply with all sanitation regulations and safety standards in the production of all extracted products produced by the company as outlined in its policy and procedure manuals.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must possess a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Working knowledge of data systems and computer literacy is required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Pass a comprehensive background check which is required.
• Professional and cordial attitude.
• A keen eye for detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Attendance is timely and reliable.
• An individual who can take direction and is professional.
• Dedicated and hardworking.
• Ability to communicate effectively and clearly.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Perform repetitive tasks and focus on one task for an entire day.
• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, and reaching are required, as well as lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.
• Full-Time availability. Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience working in the cannabis industry highly desirable.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit/stand for up to 8 hours
• Walk frequently
• Reach, twist, and turn with hands and arms
• Climb or balance
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Vision abilities required by this position include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perceptions and the ability to focus

Benefits:

• Paid Sick Time
• Opportunity to work in a rapidly growing industry.

Additional Duties:

Please note that 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.

Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Note: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship.

Highmark Provisions is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal employment opportunities will be provided to all employees in all conditions of employment. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy), ancestry, national origin, genetics, age, disability, or political affiliation, is prohibited. The company is an equal opportunity employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

Diversity and inclusivity are vital to HMP's success. Diverse workforces are crucial to a company's integrity and commitment to its community. HMP's Diversity and Inclusion Plan promotes equity among minorities, women, veterans, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals. The company will make every effort to employ and promote qualified and diverse people at all levels. As a team, we value each member's diverse talents, perspectives, and experiences, and we foster inclusion that encourages innovation, respects differences, and promotes unlimited success. The mission of HMP is to attract and sustain a diverse workforce through the recruitment, hiring, development, and retention of high-performing employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid sick time

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Holliston, MA 01746 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Holliston, MA 01746: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person