Production Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Cannabis Production Technician

Position Title: Cannabis VapeJet Production Technician

Department: Manufacturing / Production

Location: Illicit Gardens NJ

Employment Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

About Illicit Gardens

Illicit Gardens is a licensed cultivation and production company operating within New Jersey’s regulated cannabis industry. We’re dedicated to producing high-quality products through sustainable practices, operational excellence, and strict compliance with all state and local regulations. Illicit Gardens is also proud to be a 100% employee-owned company through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). This means our employees are not just team members, they are owners of the company. Through the ESOP, eligible employees earn an ownership stake in Illicit Gardens over time, allowing them to directly share in the Company’s long-term success.

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Cannabis VapeJet Production Technician to join our manufacturing team. This role is responsible for operating and maintaining VapeJet automated filling equipment while ensuring all cannabis vape cartridges and cannabis infused pre-rolls meet company quality standards and state regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced production environment, values precision, and takes pride in producing high-quality products safely and efficiently.

Essential Responsibilities

• Equipment Operation & Technical Maintenance

  • Set up, calibrate, and troubleshoot VapeJet automated machinery before and during production cycles.

  • Operate and monitor automated filling equipment to ensure smooth operations.

  • Perform routine cleaning, sanitization, and preventative maintenance on machines.

  • Identify mechanical issues and communicate maintenance requirements promptly.

• Production & Quality Control

  • Fill, cap, inspect, and package cannabis vape cartridges according to established production schedules.

  • Maintain safety standards when handling cannabis oils, distillates, live resin, rosin, and other types of concentrates.

  • Incorporate diamond isolate, distillates, live resin, and rosin into cannabis to prepare it for infused pre-roll production.

  • Conduct ongoing quality checks by monitoring cartridge functionality, fill weights, and overall product appearance.

  • Meet daily production goals while maintaining strict quality standards.

• Compliance, Safety & Administration

  • Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and state cannabis regulations.

  • Maintain accurate production records and batch documentation.

  • Keep workspaces clean, organized, and inspection-ready at all times.

  • Adhere to workplace safety protocols and wear required PPE.

• Inventory & Operational Support

  • Track inventory levels for hardware, cartridges, oils, and other packaging supplies.

  • Assist with material reconciliation and physical inventory counts.

  • Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Packaging, and Manufacturing departments.

  • Onboard and train new production technicians when required.

  • Continuously identify opportunities to improve production efficiency and reduce waste.

Qualifications

• Educational & Professional Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent (GED) is required.

  • Prior background in cannabis production or operating automated manufacturing equipment is highly valued.

  • Experience with VapeJet machinery is strongly preferred.

  • Experience incorporating cannabis oils, distillates, live resin, rosin, and other types of concentrates into cannabis material.

• Key Skills & Competencies

  • Outstanding attention to detail and ability to strictly follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

  • Solid organizational skills coupled with consistent, accurate record-keeping.

  • Basic computer literacy.

• Physical & Operational Capability

  • Comfort working productively in a strictly regulated cannabis production facility.

  • Ability to work both independently and as a team.

  • Physical capacity to sit, stand, bend throughout the shift and routinely lift up to 50 pounds.

  • Ability to work in a regulated manufacturing environment.

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits

• Professional development, training, and advancement opportunities

• A collaborative, inclusive, and mission-driven work environment