Lead Production Technician

Lead Production TechnicianHolyoke, Massachusetts, United StatesThe RoleYou will lead a team of employees in their daily tasks of creating exceptional cannabis products for our patients and consumers to enjoy. This role will ensure the highest quality products and highest standards of compliance are met, while keeping a keen eye to cleanliness and efficiency of the production area and supporting a world class work environment and culture.ResponsibilitiesSafetyPerform department safety audits and hazard assessmentsTrains employees on 5S requirementsEnsure all employees have received department specific trainingParticipate in the investigation of safety incidents and implementation of follow-up actionsReport and escalate safety concernsEnsure compliance with area safety requirements and PPE compliance.Quality & ComplianceEnsure all employees have received department specific trainingEnsure compliance with GMP, biosecurity, sanitation or other quality and compliance requirementsEnsure all company and state required record keeping is accurate and completeEnsure tools, equipment and machinery are maintained and calibrated as requiredLead department inventory requirementsReport and escalate quality concernsProductionCommunicate production goals and maintain tracking of performanceComplete KPI's, record keeping and other required performance metricsDirector labor to achieve daily goals and efficiency targetsJob KnowledgeCreate and follow department specific work instructions and SOP'sDevelop deep technical knowledge for the department and transition that knowledge into work instructions, SOP's, visual guides, etc.Team LeadershipTraining of new employeesImplement retraining plans to ensure adherence to productivity and quality goalsLead daily communication meetings, including action item trackingSuccessfully mentor, train and develop strong team members, provide coaching in real timeDirect the team – directing, scheduling & leading the team to complete daily, weekly, monthly and annual production goalsElevate employee issues regarding performance, attendance, etc. to direct manager and HR as appropriateCreate a positive working environmentContinuous ImprovementIdentify and execute continuous improvement projectsPartner with manager to elevate performance standardsWorking ConditionsWork involves daily exposure to allergens (such as cannabis, tree nuts, and coconut oil).QualificationsAssociate's degree or certifications preferredA minimum of two years' experience working in a manufacturing or agricultural environmentIntermediate level computer skills in Microsoft Office ApplicationsEffective time-management skills and ability to multi-taskHighly motivated, self-directed, innovative and able to work independently and in a team environment.Ability to work well with others while also completing individually assigned tasksAbility to stand, sit, kneel, and lift equipment or plants up to 50 lbs. for extended periodsAbility to work in a fast-paced, changing and challenging environmentMust be able to comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) requirementsPrior cannabis experience not requiredAdditional RequirementsMust pass all required background checks and approval by state badging agency to work in the cannabis industryMust be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industryMust possess valid driver's licenseMust be a minimum of 21 years of ageThe pay range is competitive and based on experience, qualifications, and/or location of the role. Positions may be eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program driven by organization and individual performance.Green Thumb Pay Range$22.50 - $23.25 USD