Our client is seeking to hire a Production Associate who will perform tasks and operate equipment for the production and purification of cannabinoid ingredients, such as cannabidiol (CBD).
Primary responsibilities include preparation of materials for production, general use of production equipment, and recording of production data as outlined by standard operating procedures. The qualified candidate will work with their supervisor to ensure production timelines are met.
The Ingredient Production Department operates 7 days a week, covering all day/night shifts, &evenings/weekends depending on production this position will operate on the Night Shift from 6 PM - 6:30 AM and be 4 12-hour days per week with 3 days off in-between.
Starting pay will be $17 an hour but increase to $18 an hour after completing a 90-day contingent period.
Responsibilities:
Closely follow supervisor instructions in assigned tasks and responsibilities
Clean and maintain processing equipment• Monitor ongoing production runs, gather data, noting any differences
Complete batch records in line with Good Documentation practices (GDP )with necessary guidance from senior production staff members
Perform quality control tests in the lab as needed
Assist with testing and calibrating lab equipment in preparation for specific tasks
Follow all company policies and procedures to ensure product integrity and quality control
Analyze retrieved data and prepare reports for laboratory management
Recognize and report any production safety issues
Basic troubleshooting of all equipment
Work together with supervisor to maintain production timeline
Maintain a clean and organized work environment
Read and follow standard operating procedures and department protocols
Additional tasks as assigned by management
Desired Qualifications:
Must be able to meet production standards in a fast-paced work environment by performing tasks quickly and efficiently High degree of attention to detail
Effectively manage time by balancing multiple tasks simultaneously
Effective communication skills
Flexibility to work occasional days/evenings/weekends depending on production schedules
Work effectively and cohesively with others• Understanding of proper and safe handling of hazardous materials
Responsible for completing batch records to a cGDP standard
Manufacturing quality adherence and thoroughness in carrying out standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Experience working with manufacturing or lab equipment is a plus
Mathematic and measurement skills
Ability to keep detailed records
Physical Demands and Working Environment:
May be required to stand and/or walk for extended periods. Must be able to lift, carry and balance up to 50 pounds
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
Ability to walk and stand for long periods (10-13 hours) with frequent kneeling and bending.
Working in limited climate-controlled facilities and experiencing extreme heat or cold.
Work with heavy fumes, plants, airborne particles, and chemicals requiring the use of a respirator
Must be comfortable working with and around heavy machinery
May experience moderately high noise levels
About Vangst:
Vangst is the cannabis industry's hiring platform. Vangst helps cannabis companies find the talent they need to grow their business. From on-demand gig workers to trained & credentialed full-time employees, Vangst has built the industry's go-to talent marketplace for all cannabis hiring. Vangst is proud to work with 1,200+ of the cannabis industry's leading businesses.
Since raising their seed round in 2018, Vangst has become one of the fastest-growing companies in the cannabis industry and was recognized as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies.
Today, over 300,000 people have full-time jobs in the cannabis industry and this number is expected to triple over the next five years. Vangst is on a mission to fill every job in the cannabis industry.
Vangst's headquarters is in Denver, CO. Vangst is a Series B company and backed by Lerer Hippeau, Colle Capital, Level One Fund, Snoop Dogg's Casa Verde Capital, and others.
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