The Trim Technician will aid in facilitating a variety of different tasks that prepare the product for the next phase of processing. This position will be responsible for effectively communicating with the Lead of Trim and fellow team members to achieve a quality trim with machinery, sorting and organizing the product accurately, and the maintenance of the machinery.  This position ensures accurate documentation and recording of data while upholding company standards of quality, which requires a high attention to detail and must follow all state regulations and company standards.  This position will report to the Lead of Trim and Post-Harvest Manager. 

Starting pay rate is $17.40

Duties and responsibilities or (Essential Functions)

• Operating trim machines, and following all safety protocols and company procedures.
• Proper organization and physical labeling of trays and bins by batch to identify all product accurately and to ensure compliance with all state and company guidelines.
• Weigh and record bins and drums using electronic scales and ensure accurate data entry using computer spreadsheets, in a timely manner.
• Performing quality control on all product.
• Preparing and moving product from post trim dept. to proper curing area.
• Follow standard operating procedures to ensure all product meets the PharmaCann standards of quality.
• If quality and information does not match company standards, communicate with leadership to ensure all standards are met.
• Ensure that product is running through the machines and that quality control is being performed at all times.
• Communicate with different team members and leadership to ensure proper flow of information and production.
• Other duties as assigned, including, but not limited to assisting other departments to help facilitate the additional and/or supplemental work. 
• Trimming, bucking, cleaning and light maintenance as needed throughout the facility.

 

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 0+ years of experience; must be 21 years old
• Attention to detail; shows initiative to learn; is punctual and dependable; is cooperative; has a team-oriented work ethic; this is an entry level position
• Production greenhouse experience a plus

 

Work Environment 

• Adhere to all work safety requirements including, but not limited to: lifting, bending, etc.
• Ensure cleanliness of all areas in the Processing wing.
• Maintain a positive attitude that creates a positive work environment.
• Keep doors closed when not in use.
• Wear protective clothing, hairnets, and beard nets when working with plants, and product.
• Before exiting the facility remove protective clothing and ensure that there is no cannabis on your person.

Physical requirements

Operates in a warm environment with a lot of bending for extended periods of time, must be able to handle a 15 lbs. backpack sprayer.  Standing, walking, working with hands/arms at an extended horizontally or above head position for long periods and lifting up to 50 pounds, lifting/carrying product totes, pushing carts, moving and making adjustments to process equipment. Will be required to put on full gear for specific tasks, e.g. pesticide application requires fully covered appropriate gear.

 

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.