Packaging Machine Operator

About The Cannabist Company

The Cannabist Company, formerly known as Columbia Care, is one of the most experienced cultivators, manufacturers and providers of cannabis products and related services, with licenses in 14 U.S. jurisdictions. The Company operates 104 facilities including 81 dispensaries and 23 cultivation and manufacturing facilities, including those under development. The company offers products spanning flower, edibles, oils and tablets, and manufactures popular brands including Seed & Seven, Triple Seven, Hedy, gLeaf, Classix, Press, and Amber.

About the role

The Paxiom (WeighPack/JuanaRoll) Machine Operator conducts daily operations on the packaging equipment in the Processing Center. A major part of the Machine Operator's job includes ensuring Quality Control by following SOP's for the production process while verifying finished products adhere to company and state standards. The Machine Operator is also responsible for cleaning equipment while adhering to all company policies and industry regulations.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintain a friendly and courteous demeanor
• Adhere to company mission statement and core values, while maintaining high ethical standards and professionalism
• Ensure that production work is performed following SOP (Standard Operating Procedure) and MED regulations
• Accountable for paperwork, labeling, and product logging for accurate inventory control
• Measures ingredients and products accurately to meet optimal levels of production
• Help as needed with grinding and processing material for the machine
• Load and unload designated equipment
• Responsible for proper use and maintenance of designated equipment
• Help maintain supplies and monitor inventory levels within assigned process
• Maintain the organization and cleanliness of the assigned production areas
• Follow all company standards
• All other tasks and job duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must maintain current knowledge of and adhere to all policy and regulations of the Colorado Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED); Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE)
• Excellent computer, mathematical, language, and reasoning skills
• High-Level attention to detail
• Experience with Paxiom Machines including the Weighpack/JuanaRoll machines highly preferred
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines with a shifting workload in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of Colorado cannabis laws, MED regulations, and CDPHE requirements
• Previous cannabis industry experience preferred with priority given to candidates with experience in Colorado licensed facilities
• Knowledge and experience operating the Vertek, Weighpack and JuanaRoll machine (not required)
• Cannabis industry experience preferred

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to individually lift up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to sit, stand, stoop, crouch, reach, and lift for long periods of time

Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Requirements

• Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment with moderate to loud noise level
• Must be able to work in manufacturing or production facilities with changing work conditions
• May require the use of safety equipment or personal protective equipment, as needed
• Must be able to acquire MED badge (fee paid to MED) prior to beginning employment
• Occasionally requires local travel, as needed

Pay

$19.75 per hour

Benefits

The Cannabist Company provides full-time employees with an excellent benefits and compensation package including but not limited to competitive wages, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, 401K with company match, multiple health plan choices, dental, vision, pet and life insurances, 100% paid short-term disability, optional long-term disability insurance and more.

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