Manufacturing Technician - Swing Shift

Maven Genetics / Maven Productions
Location: Pacoima, CA
Department: Operations
Reports To: Manufacturing Lead / Operations Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Pay: $25.00–$29.00 per hour
Schedule: 3:00 PM–11:30 PM

About the Role

Maven Genetics is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable  Manufacturing Technician to join our Operations team on the swing shift.

In this hands-on manufacturing role, you will operate production equipment used for  infused pre-rolls, AIO vape devices, and 510 cartridges , while also supporting quality control, packaging, labeling, material accountability, and batch documentation.

The ideal candidate takes pride in producing consistent, high-quality products, follows procedures carefully, and can maintain accuracy and productivity in a fast-paced production environment.

What You'll Do

Production & Equipment Operation

• Set up and operate equipment used for infused pre-roll and vape production.
• Verify product, strain, batch, materials, hardware, and scheduled quantities before beginning production.
• Follow approved operating procedures and product specifications.
• Monitor equipment and production runs for consistency, quality, and performance.
• Perform authorized adjustments and basic troubleshooting and escalate unresolved equipment issues.
• Complete equipment changeovers between products, strains, batches, and hardware types.

Quality Control

• Perform QC checks throughout production and packaging.
• Inspect products for fill accuracy, weight consistency, damage, leakage, closures, packaging, and other quality issues.
• Identify and separate defective or questionable units for review.
• Document QC findings, rejects, rework, and material loss.
• Communicate recurring quality concerns to the Manufacturing Lead or supervisor.

Packaging & Labeling

• Package pre-rolls, AIOs, and 510 cartridges according to product specifications.
• Verify packaging components and labels match the applicable product and batch.
• Apply required seals, closures, labels, and packaging components.
• Verify product, strain, batch, and label information before and during production.
• Maintain proper batch separation during changeovers.
• Reconcile packaged and labeled quantities with batch records.

Production Tracking & Documentation

• Review shift handoffs and nightly production priorities.
• Track completed units, rejects, remaining materials, downtime, shortages, and waste.
• Complete Batch Production Work Orders accurately and in real time.
• Record required product, batch, workflow, weight, quantity, start/end time, break, downtime, and rework information.
• Report discrepancies, equipment issues, shortages, and quality concerns promptly.

Cleaning & Shift Handoff

• Clean equipment, tools, and workstations according to approved procedures.
• Complete required cleaning and material clearance between products and batches.
• Perform assigned equipment inspections and routine operator care.
• Follow PPE, safe-handling, shutdown, and facility-security procedures.
• Provide a clear end-of-shift handoff detailing completed work, remaining production, and unresolved issues.
• Leave equipment, materials, and work areas clean and organized for the incoming shift.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience operating production equipment or performing detailed manufacturing work.
• Ability to follow written procedures, work orders, and product specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic math skills and ability to reconcile counts and weights.
• Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to recognize equipment or process issues.
• Ability to work independently while communicating effectively when support is needed.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining quality and productivity.
• Reliable attendance and availability for the established night-shift schedule.
• Ability to work in a secure cannabis manufacturing environment.
• Must be 21 years of age or older .

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in cannabis manufacturing, packaging, distribution, or regulated warehouse operations.
• Experience with infused pre-roll, AIO, or 510 cartridge production.
• Experience with  Jiko infusion equipment or  Credence vape cartridge equipment .
• Experience performing QC, packaging, labeling, or batch documentation in a cannabis manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with batch traceability, material reconciliation, equipment cleaning, and changeovers.
• Familiarity with  METRC or other track-and-trace systems .
• Previous evening or overnight manufacturing experience.
• Experience using AI tools to improve daily workflows, productivity, or efficiency.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

This is a hands-on manufacturing position requiring the ability to:

• Stand for extended periods.
• Frequently bend, lift, and perform repetitive movements.
• Lift and carry items up to 50 pounds .
• Handle cannabis materials, small hardware components, packaging, labels, and production equipment.
• Work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced production environment.
• Maintain consistent attendance and reliable transportation.

Employees may be exposed to loud equipment, cannabis products, packaging materials, production equipment, and temperature variations within manufacturing and packaging workspaces.

What Success Looks Like

Success in this role means consistently:

• Meeting established production targets.
• Maintaining Maven's quality and packaging standards.
• Accurately identifying and accounting for materials, products, and labels.
• Completing batch records accurately and in real time.
• Identifying and escalating production or quality issues promptly.
• Maintaining clean, organized equipment and work areas.
• Providing a complete and accurate shift handoff.
• Following approved procedures and maintaining dependable attendance.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Maven Genetics is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by applicable law.