About The 1937 Group The 1937 Group represents and embraces the Cannabis culture that has flourished for decades. As a new vertically integrated entrant to the Illinois Cannabis Market, We look forward to showcasing what a values-based organization with a deep respect for people can accomplish. Our team has extensive experience, a long-standing passion for the plant, and gratitude for the opportunity to cultivate quality cannabis products and distribute them though licensed retail outlets. This is personal for us. Position Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Production Technician to join our team at 1937 Cultivation, a leading cannabis production facility. The Production Technician will play a critical role in ensuring the quality, compliance, and efficiency of our production processes, with a focus on maintaining high standards.
Responsibilities: Customer Experience- Teamwork:
- Foster a positive and supportive work environment by communicating openly and respectfully with team members.
- Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by sharing knowledge, best practices, and lessons learned with team members.
- Celebrate team successes and achievements, recognizing the contributions of all team members.
Operational Excellence- Packaging and Labeling:
- Prepare cannabis products for packaging, ensuring accurate weighing, measuring, and labeling.
- Follow packaging guidelines and protocols to maintain product integrity and compliance.
- Inventory Management:
- Maintain proper counts and weights of various goods produced.
- Maintain an organized, clean work area.
- Production Efficiency:
- Complete tasks in a timely manner while maintaining efficiency of production processes, including equipment utilization and downtime.
- Monitor and analyze the time it takes to produce a batch of products, from raw materials to finished goods.
- Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in the production process and work to streamline operations.
- Teamwork:
- Collaborate closely with team members to achieve production goals and ensure smooth operation of the production facility.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to complete tasks efficiently and meet deadlines.
- Participate actively in team meetings, sharing ideas and providing input to improve processes and procedures.
- Support team members by offering assistance and stepping in to help when needed.
- Engage in problem-solving activities with team members to address challenges and overcome obstacles.
- Demonstrate a willingness to learn from others and adapt to new ways of working to enhance team performance.
- Attendance:
- Maintain regular and punctual attendance according to scheduled shifts.
- Notify supervisor in advance of any anticipated absences or tardiness.
Safety and Compliance- Safety and Security:
- Follow safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment for yourself and your colleagues.
- Follow all PPE guidelines for each task and workstation.
- Adhere to security procedures to prevent unauthorized access to cannabis products and facilities.
- Quality Control:
- Participate in quality control procedures to ensure that all cannabis products meet company standards.
- Follow proper sanitation and hygiene protocols to prevent contamination and maintain product quality.
- Monitor and analyze the percentage of products meeting quality standards.
- Implement quality control measures to ensure consistent product quality throughout the production process.
- Compliance:
- Ensure strict adherence to state regulations and compliance standards governing cannabis production.
- Follow packaging guidelines and protocols to maintain product integrity and compliance.
- Quality Assurance Compliance:
- Complete all tasks ensuring compliance with quality standards and regulations for Cannabis Product manufacturing.
Other Duties as assigned by Management. Requirements- All applicants must be at least 21 years of age
- 1-3 years of experience in production position; including hands-on production activities
- Must have a PHYSICAL COPY valid Driver’s License or State ID card
- Must have a PHYSICAL COPY of your Social Security card
- Must pass all required background checks
- This job requires completion of a Department of Agriculture (DOA) background check and badging process. You must have a valid state-issued ID and social security card in order to submit to the DOA’s process.
Additional Notes: The job requires physical activity, including prolonged standing, repetitive bending, walking, and lifting or moving up to 40 pounds (or more with a co-worker). Good visual acuity, hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity, and ability to perform repetitive motions with accuracy is required. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
As a condition of employment, all employees are required to submit to a background check. Employment decisions, in compliance with state law, are based on an employee's background report at the time of hire. The 1937 Group is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We value the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents that each individual brings to our organization. We firmly believe that diversity enriches our work environment, enhances creativity, and drives innovation, making us better equipped to achieve our business goals. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable laws and regulations. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and termination. |