Material Handler 1st shift

Job Title: Material Handler

Department: Supply Chain

Reports to: Materials Manager

FSLA Status: Non-Exempt

Shift: Monday Friday 7:00 AM -3:30 PM

About Us

Common Citizen, a Michigan-based cannabis company, is dedicated to reshaping perceptions around cannabis and enhancing lives through our principles of 'cannabis for humanity' and 'change for the better.' Prioritizing people in all aspects, from cultivating high-quality cannabis to providing a world-class customer experience, we embody a commitment to continuous improvement. As we aspire to be recognized as a Fortune Magazine 'Best Company To Work For,' our family of brands also includes 8 cannabis retail stores serving their respective local communities under 4 brands LIV Cannabis Co., Pure Lapeer Canna, Xplore Cannabis, and Cannavista Wellness, creating a seamless network where we are all one. Join us at Common Citizen for a collaborative and inclusive journey, anchored in the principles of 'cannabis for humanity' and a commitment to positive change.

About This Role

Every position at Common Citizen from seed to sale, is contributing to our mission to serve our fellow citizens of Michigan with the highest quality, safest cannabis product through our highly individualized and education-oriented provisioning centers. Material Handlersare a part of the Supply Chain team. They are responsible for the safe handling and management of the inventory supply necessary to successfully fulfill the needs of both manufacturing and business operations.

Responsibilities

Outlined below is what we see you doing at this point in time. We are a fast-growing company looking for people that are excited to grow along with us.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Ensures orderly and timely distribution of products by pulling orders from inventory, delivering production materials and supplies where needed.
• Maintain inventory by identifying, labeling, and keeping materials and supplies in stock, recording location of inventory, and reporting shortages.
• Orderly operation of stock and/or materials storage area.
• Keep a well-maintained and updated account of stock and inventory; assist with weekly cycle counting.
• Receive and unload freight, properly verify quantity/quality with Purchase Order record and input into inventory.
• Ability to drive a box truck.
• Use company box truck to make deliveries to affiliated retail stores.
• Must have accountability, proactive behavior, strong attention to detail.
• Can follow company policies and contribute towards the goal of achieving targets within set timelines.
• A willingness and desire to put in the work to make our mission a reality.
• Other duties as assigned.

The Experience You Bring and the Skills we Need:

• 1 year of inventory management and/or material handling experience preferred
• Valid drivers license required
• Basic math skills
• Proficiency with prioritizing and meeting multiple deadlines
• Process Improvement Mindset
• Good communication with team members and documentation skills
• Ability to adapt and problem solve in a rapidly growing and changing industry
• This is a dynamic team, and as such daily tasks may vary, resulting in a fast paced and lively work environment.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to sit for long periods of time.
• Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• Occasionally required to stand and walk.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working in a greenhouse environment (tolerance of heat & humidity).

Why Youd Love This Role

You have:

• A high level of professionalism and believe in our founding principles: Cannabis for humanity and Change for the better. As such, you enjoy being involved in the community and being a steward for the company and the positive change that we believe in.
• A passion for providing the residents and visitors of Michigan with the highest quality and safest cannabis products in the state.
• A desire to change the social perception of cannabis and a passion for humanity.
• A constant desire to learn new skills and believe in continuous improvement, both personally and professionally.
• Value integrity and honesty and want to bring those values to the cannabis industry.
• Enjoy being part of a team and sharing your skills with your fellow citizens.
• An appreciation for all stages of the production cycle of cannabis, including harvesting, trimming and processing.
• An awareness of the contamination risk between a commercial and home grow, and thus can commit to not operating a home grow while working with us in the greenhouse.

We offer:

• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits active first of the month following your first day of employment.
• Paid time off.
• Employee discount.
• Employee sponsored life insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• 401K & 401K matching.

Common Citizen is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an environment of mutual respect for all people. If you are a member of an equity group, you are encouraged to self-identify, on your application, cover letter or resume.

***Must be at least 21 years of age as required by the Cannabis Regulatory Association**