Extraction Materials Handler - TerrAscend USA Inc.
Waterfall, PA 16689
About the Job
At TerrAscend, we're on a mission to elevate the lives of our patients and customers. We cultivate exceptional marijuana therapies for patients and high-quality products for legalized adult recreational use. As one of North America's largest and fastest-growing multi-state, vertically integrated cannabis operators, we're at the forefront of innovation and excellence. Together we grow, shaping the future of cannabis. Join us on this exciting journey and be part of something extraordinary!
It's a Joint Effort
We believe that How We Work Together Matters. Our priority is to assemble a team that believes not just in what we do but how and why we do it. Our most successful team members know that being of service to our patients, our customers, and each other is what separates us from other organizations. Our continued success is dependent upon bringing together the brightest minds in business with best-in-class cultivation and elevated patient and customer experiences, so we continue to set the standard for the industry.
Sound like weed be a good fit? Here's where you come in.
Our next Full-Time Extraction Material Handler will be working with our Extraction team to fill extraction equipment with cannabis products accurately and according to regulation in order for the extraction team to be able to work efficiently and effectively. This role will also assist with packaging manufactured products (concentrates, etc.)
To Be Blunt
You will be challenged to work tactically to ensure complete and on time execution of production schedules and goals.
One minute you will be managing inventory of packaging and labeling components, finished products, and other items by maintaining accurate records.
The next minute you will be safely operating equipment including manual, semi-automatic, and automatic liquid filling machines, capping machines, label applicators, label printers.
And the next minute adhering to safe chemical handling and disposal procedures.
Regardless of the task, it's critical you have strong situational awareness and EQ as you'll work within a diverse team in the organization.
Where you'll be planted
This position will be on-site at our Waterfall, PA facility.
All benefits-eligible employees are provided the following benefits:
- Employee Discount (all employees eligible)
- Paid-Time-Off (varies by State, please ask your Recruiter for more info)
- Health, vision, and dental insurance
- 98Point6 (remote primary care)
- 401k with 4% matching (100% vested immediately)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Parental Leave
- Life Insurance
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness Program
Environmental Factors:
- This position requires working in an environment that has a high amount of plant matter and pollen. Areas of the facility reach high/low temperatures with high humidity levels. Employees may have exposure to conditions such as dust, plant matter, and particles that affect the respiratory system, eyes, or skin, depending on department job assignments. Employees are required to wear protective gear and have the option to wear eye and ear protection. Certain areas of the facility use harsh chemicals for cleaning such as bleach and can have repetitive movements. Employees should be comfortable and capable of working under all of the above conditions.
Physical Requirements:
- Able to push, pull, lift, or move a minimum of 50lbs
- Capable of sitting, standing kneeling, bending, squatting, and/or walking for extended periods of time
- Capable of using hands and fingers to touch, handle, feel and pick
- Ability to work with hazardous chemicals (butane, propane, etc.) following strict safety guidelines
- Utilize chemicals (such as bleach) to clean and maintain facility/equipment
- Must wear PPE (clothing protection), close-toed non-slip shoes, and optional ear/eye protection
To be blunt, this role will be about:
- Adhere to the daily packaging schedules to ensure attainment of efficiency goals.
- Job entails working around plants, pollen, and fine dust.
- Verify that all applicable working areas, tools, processing equipment, packaging and labeling components are maintained in good working order prior to the start of each batch.
- Ensure that all packaging, labeling, and data reporting activities are performed with attention to strict Terrascend quality and safety standards, regulatory compliance, and all other applicable legal and food safety requirements.
- Safely operate, clean, calibrate, and maintain equipment including manual, semi-automatic, and automatic liquid filling machines, capping machines, label applicators, label printers, and scales according to strict standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Contribute to continuous improvement of Terrascend process SOPs, work instructions and controlled document revisions.
- Manage inventory of packaging and labeling components, finished products, and other items by maintaining accurate records.
- Adhere to safe chemical handling and disposal procedures as defined by SOPs and material safety data sheets (MSDS).
- Ensure the safety of themselves and others by maintaining a safe and orderly environment.
- Report to and actively support Packaging Lead on a daily basis to ensure attainment of goals and deadlines.
- Drive productivity and cost-effective packaging processes and develop innovative plans to achieve optimization.
To be blunt, this role will be about:
- Job will include working/ packing biomass in a cold environment
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Strong organizational skills
- Must be flexible and work in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment.
- Ability to solve problems in a collaborative environment
- Be able to lift 50lbs
- Ability to stand and work on your feet for hours at a time
- Exceptional communication skills a must
Qualifications:
- High School diploma or GED equivalent is required.
- Experience working in a GMP manufacturing or laboratory environment is preferred.
- Meet state age requirements
*** Background Check Requirement ***
As a condition of employment, a complete background investigation will be conducted based on the rules of the specific State in which the employee is hired. Typically, the state investigative process includes a state and federal background check.
EEO Statement
At TerrAscend, employees and applicants are evaluated based on their qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. TerrAscend is committed to assuring equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants.
TerrAscend is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy or related medical conditions, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, to include gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and gender identity, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and coworkers.
Disclaimer
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The list of job responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, and the like is not exhaustive, rather it is illustrative of the current essential functions required for the position.
This organization participates in E-Verify.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. E-Verify Works for Everyone For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS.
Esta Organización Participa en E-Verify.
Este empleador participa en E-Verify y proporcionará al gobierno federal la información de su Formulario I-9 para confirmar que usted está autorizado para trabajar en los EE.UU.. Si E-Verify no puede confirmar que usted está autorizado para trabajar, este empleador está requerido a darle instrucciones por escrito y una oportunidad de contactar al Departamento de Seguridad Nacional (DHS) o a la Administración del Seguro Social (SSA) para que pueda empezar a resolver el problema antes de que el empleador pueda tomar cualquier acción en su contra, incluyendo la terminación de su empleo. Los empleadores sólo pueden utilizar E-Verify una vez que usted haya aceptado una oferta de trabajo y completado el Formulario I-9. Para más información sobre E-Verify, o si usted cree que su empleador ha violado sus responsabilidades de E-Verify, por favor contacte a DHS.
Statement on External Recruiting Agencies
TerrAscend and all affiliates do not accept blind resume submissions from external recruiting agencies. No fee will be paid to agencies who submit candidates without being under contract for an active search with TerrAscend.
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