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Job description

Production Technician- Trimmer/Packager

Native Sun Cannabis is a vertically integrated Massachusetts cannabis company based in Waltham, MA. Our mission is to curate an experience that allows all people access to the best that cannabis has to offer; with everything we do, we always strive for the next level.

We are searching for a trimmer/packager, with a focus on attention to detail, to join our team in Fitchburg MA. This is a flexible position involved in a key segment of our business; responsible for all tasks within trim and packaging while supporting the organization's core mission working as part of a team to meet the strategic objectives of the business.

The ideal candidate for this position will be detail oriented, organized, self-motivated, foster a positive working environment and company culture, who likes to accomplish defined goals, and is passionate about working with cannabis.

Position Overview

The Production Technician, reporting to the Production Manager, is responsible for executing and maintaining all daily operations of the Production Department to achieve the company initiatives. Additionally, the Production Technician maintains the policies and procedures of the company and ensures compliance with all state and local laws and regulations.

Major Areas of Responsibility include:

Dry, cure and trim cannabis plants to prepare for packaging.
Trim and package finished cannabis products in accordance with company SOP’s and state regulations.
Waste disposal and destruction of plant waste or products.
Use of appropriate personal protective equipment.
Maintain tools in accordance with sanitation standards and in acceptable condition for best practices with the products.
Any other duties as assigned by the management team.

Native Sun reserves the right to change or alter any of the above duties and responsibilities according to the operational needs of the Company.

Minimum Qualifications (Skills, Knowledge & Abilities):

Production facility experience (cannabis preferred)
Ability to maintain a strong work ethic while performing repetitive tasks.
Experience operating machinery or being mechanically inclined is a plus.
Great organizational skills, communication, and growth-mindset
Cannabis post-harvest experience is a plus.
Ability to remain grounded in a startup work environment.
Familiarity with warehouse procedures a plus
Computer, mathematics, language, and reasoning skills
Basic weights and measurement skills, ability to operate a scale.
Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time doing repetitive tasks.
Strong interpersonal skills including listening, and communication.
Ability to take direction, comprehend, and complete tasks as assigned in a timely manner.
Ability to build and maintain positive relationships in order to gain support and achieve results both internally and externally.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and problem solving.
Ability to organize and prioritize work.
Works to achieve organizational goals, with the ability to adjust to an ever evolving industry.
At least 21 years of age.
Ability to pass a comprehensive background check.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance

Ability to commute/relocate:

Fitchburg, MA 01420: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance

Company Culture

Be a Native Sun brand ambassador and train team members to represent the brand vision, mission, values, and culture appropriately.

Vision - Our vision is a world where the use and appreciation of cannabis is de-stigmatized, people are able to access high quality cannabis at an affordable price and have the education and support to find the cannabis that’s best for them. We envision Native Sun to be a company on the forefront of cannabis experience, elevating the perspective on what cannabis can be and how it can benefit people, while building a sustainable and fair company structure that benefits everyone.
Mission - Our mission is to curate experiences that allow all people access to the best that cannabis has to offer.

Follow and implement Native Sun core values:

Accountability - We hold ourselves accountable for our contributions to our team’s success and to meeting the needs of our guests who trust us to provide for them.
Positivity - We embrace the positive nature of cannabis and approach all situations with a positive and proactive mindset. We always assume positive intent from everyone.
Integrity - We respect the responsibility we have as stewards of the cannabis plant and act according to our shared values.
Gratitude - We are grateful for the opportunities we have to follow our passions and make a positive impact on the world through cannabis.
Teamwork - We understand that only through the strength of our collective teams can we achieve our shared mission.
Hospitality - We make people feel like they belong.

EEO Statement

Native Sun is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment,  discrimination, or retaliation because of sex, sexual orientation (including transgender status, gender  identity or expression), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), race,  religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, age  (40 and older), AIDS/HIV status, arrest and conviction information, status as a registered qualifying medical  marijuana patient or registered primary caregiver, admission to a mental facility, military service, veteran  status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. Native Sun is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy regarding all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. 

Acknowledgement

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the Production Technician. These statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, tasks and skills required of an employee in this position. 140 Industrial Road LLC dba Native Sun reserves the right to require that other tasks be performed when warranted (for example, by emergencies, changes in personnel or workload, corporate reorganization, or technical development). Native Sun also reserves the right to revise this job description.

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance

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