Machine Technician

Purpose

The Packaging Machine Technician is responsible for maintaining and running the Packaging machinery with consistent productivity and accuracy based upon management’s direction. The Packaging Machine Tech is responsible for making all necessary adjustments and maintenance to have the machine running properly. This role will report directly to the Manager of Packaging for all daily objectives regarding the machine production.

Starting pay rate: $19/hour

Essential Duties

• Startup the Packaging Machine line on days of production.
• Follow direct orders from supervisors and management to package the daily objectives.
• Have proper understanding of all SOPs of the machinery.
• Able to make proper adjustments on the machine to keep production going steadily.
• Clean and proper packaging of all cannabis products.
• Maintain the machine line by keeping it clean and fully functional.
• Performs basic quality control checks including measuring, weighing, package counts, and evaluating product or package appearance as the product runs through the line.
• Ensure the communication with all members on the line is accurate to avoid errors.
• Other duties as assigned, including, but not limited to assisting other packaging associates, as well as other departments to help facilitate the additional and/or supplemental work throughout the facility.

Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations.
• Ensure that workflow and work procedures are documented and that appropriate controls and audit are in place to ensure data and processing integrity.

Work Environment

• Adhere to all work safety requirements including, but not limited to: lifting, bending, etc.
• Ensure cleanliness of all areas in the packaging Dept.
• Maintain a positive attitude that contributes to a positive work environment.
• Keep doors closed when not in use.
• Wear protective clothing, hairnets, and beard nets when working with plants, and products.
• Before exiting the facility remove protective clothing and ensure that there is no cannabis on your person.

Supervision

• Works under the direct supervision of the Manager of Grow Packaging, and The Grow Packaging Supervisors.
• This person may be instructed to guide and train but not supervise and discipline others

Work Expectations

• Must maintain a positive attitude with coworkers and superiors alike, to support a positive work environment.
• Communication, flexibility, and diligence are expected in order to meet all production goals.
• Regular attendance and punctuality, as well as reliability to contribute to achieving production goals.
• Focus and dedication to the task at hand.
• Work schedule is 40 hours per week that fall within this time frame: Mon-Sat 7:00 AM-5:45 PM. This shift has the potential to run late. You are expected to stay until the job is completed daily.

Work Experience

• Six months of work experience in a related industry or work environment preferred.
• Experience working in a fast-paced production environment is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to consistently meet productivity and performance requirements.
• Demonstrates high attention to detail.
• Demonstrates professional and respectful demeanor towards others.
• Demonstrates oral communication capability.
• Knowledge and background in trimming preferred.
• Must be able to secure appropriate work credentials from the Colorado Department of Labor Marijuana Enforcement Division.

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Working Conditions

• Able to stand and move along machine line for an extended period of time
• Able to move about a typical office, manufacturing, warehouse, or retail environment
• Able to perform general office managerial and administrative activities.
• Able to lift and move up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Occasional travel by conventional means including aircraft, motor vehicle and the like within the region and to other locations as required.

Salary

$19 USD per hour