Processing Technician I

Brief Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Weigh wet or dry plant material.
• Prepare, Harvest, and package fresh frozen in a timely manner.
• Hang, trim, shuck, weigh, and dispose plant material.
• Operate downstream machinery including processing equipment associated with, but not limited to harvesting, curing, bucking/shucking, and trimming.
• Sample preparations and logging for analytical/compliance testing.
• Document all post harvest activities consistent with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Participate in commissioning and training on new process equipment as product lines expand or change.
• Perform manual post harvest activities as required.
• Perform manual, semi-automatic and automatic equipment cleaning and sanitization, including controlled drying and storage procedures.
• Maintain Post Harvest facility spaces in a clean and hygienic state.
• Performs daily safety inspections of processing equipment.
• Contribute to the creation of and revision to Manufacturing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Perform minor equipment and facility maintenance activities.
• Utilize computer systems in the process of regarding detailed, regulated material identification labeling, location and inventory level tracking.
• Thoroughly dry cleans empty grow rooms and logs all waste after Harvest.
• Help with wet clean an additional plant work as needed.
• Perform compliance activities regarding instrument calibrations and preventive maintenance.
• May help in other departments as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Administrative Duties

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Meticulous organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Interpret and follow complex, written, verbal and technical instructions.
• Must be able to adhere to company SOPs and policies.
• Learn complex technical procedures in a timely manner.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work quickly but efficiently, while maintaining the integrity of the product.
• Light to moderate lifting of up to 50 lbs; heavier weights with assistance.
• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Repetitive motions and understanding of lab equipment.
• Must wear company-provided lab coats/scrubs, hair/beard nets, gloves, surgical masks, and safety glasses/ goggles/ splash shield, while working in the with product & in designated areas throughout the facility.
• Must adhere to the New Jersey facility general hygiene requirements.
• Capacity to stay focused on the task at hand.
• Must pass the State of NJ required background check.