Job Details

Trim Technician

The Trim Technician is responsible for the trimming of dried cannabis flower while complying with all state/local laws and company policy. Under the direction of the Post Production Manager, the Trim Technician prepares the cannabis flower for packaging while maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, quality control and professionalism. This role is responsible for evaluating and identifying any irregularities/contaminants with the material in accordance with company policy and state regulations.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Prepares the trimming station at the beginning of each shift for the processing of cannabis.
• Processes dried cannabis flower by carefully trimming away sugar leaves and fan leaves.
• Returns all trimmed cannabis, trim, waste, and sift upon completion of each allocation to the Trim Lead to record metrics.
• Assists with Fresh Frozen harvests.
• Ensures all functions are performed to the highest standard of quality, compliance, and successfully conforms to all state regulations, organizational standards and procedures, and security protocols.
• Works successfully in a team setting, takes instructions well, and helps with tasks as delegated by Lead or Manager.
• Manages time efficiently in order to meet productivity goals (minimum 454g per day trimmed), while consistently producing quality work at a steady pace.
• Maintains the highest level of cleanliness and sanitation inside the processing area and participates in the clean-up of equipment and the workplace at the end of every shift.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Performs product inspection for irregularities, particulates, and other contaminants.
• Verifies that raw materials meet specifications.
• Ensures the product is "jar-ready" by properly trimming the cannabis without hedging the flower.
• Documents non-compliance and works with the Manager and/or Lead if further action is needed.
• Submits all waste to the appropriate location for particulate identification or microbial analysis if needed, and disposes of it in accordance with company policy and state regulations.
• Assists with raw material release and movement.
• Supports internal & external audits.

Key Functions:

• Prep product.
• Inspection of all processed cannabis.
• Tracks and reports all irregularities and waste.
• Preserving the integrity of the trimmed cannabis.

Success Profile/Competencies:

• Action Oriented
• Goal Oriented
• Lead by Example
• Time Management
• Perseverance
• Ethics and Values
• Functional/Technical Skills
• Approachability
• Informing
• Peer Relationships
• Personal Learning
• Self Motivated

Other Associated Factors:

• High level of attention to detail and ability to adhere to strict policies and procedures.
• Effective time-management skills and ability to multi-task.
• Ability to be flexible with schedule and hours of the day.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing and challenging environment.
• Maintain compliance with any and all legal or company policies or regulations.
• Comply with all company policies including confidentiality and non-disclosure.
• Actively involved in Workplace Safety in a warehouse setting.
• Don proper PPE in the workplace, at all times.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to bend and stoop to grasp objects, bend and twist neck and waist, reach above and below shoulders and squat.
• Ability to bend and lift loads, not to exceed 50 pounds.
• Ability to use hands repetitively for grasping, pushing, pulling and cutting.
• Must be motivated, focused and have a strong work ethic.
• Ability to adapt to change and shifting priorities.
• Any additional duties as determined by Management.

The job description defines the general requirements and level of work. It is not a complete list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skill requirements. Other responsibilities may be added, and the job description may be changed at any time.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required.
• Knowledge of the cannabis plant.
• Knowledge and understanding of current medical and recreational marijuana laws.
• Experience in a dispensary, cultivation facility or assembly line production environment (1 year recommended).

Specific state regulatory requirements also include verification, confirmation or completion of the following:

• Must be twenty-one (21) years of age; pursuant to A.R.S. 36-2801.10
• Must consent to a criminal background check performed by the Company and/or the Arizona Department of Health Services, pursuant to A.R.S. 36-2804.01
• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of the criminal background check conducted by the Arizona Department of Health Services, pursuant to A.R.S. 36-2804.01 and A.R.S. 36-2801.10
• Valid Arizona State Issued ID

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Paid Time Off