Processing Lead

THE TEAM:
Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida, Jushi is a vertically integrated, multi-state cannabis company that develops and operates high-end retail locations, premium brands, state-of-the-art cultivation, processing, manufacturing facilities, along with a cutting-edge online platform that is setting a new standard for a sophisticated, data-driven, modern cannabis experience.
Since its founding in 2018, Jushi has grown from just a handful of people with an idea to more than 900 employees strong. The Company has scaled its operations in seven states, including Pennsylvania, Virginia, Massachusetts, Illinois, California, Nevada, and Ohio, and has been named one of the top five cannabis companies to work for by Cannabis Business Times.
The Company operates more than two dozen retail locations across the country under the retail brand, BEYOND / HELLO™ as well as under the recently acquired brand, Nature's Remedy. The Company provides an unparalleled in-store experience, coupled with online reservations and in-store express pickup.
Each day, Jushi team members continue to grow, cultivate, process and manufacture a comprehensive suite of cannabis brands under the names: The Bank, The Lab, Tasteology, Nira + Medicinals and Sèche, which are addressing a wide variety of consumer and patient needs across multiple states.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Want to make a meaningful difference in peoples' lives while earning a competitive salary? At Jushi, we are shaping the future of the cannabis industry, the fastest growing jobs sector in the U.S. The Processing Lead assists the processing team in the post-harvest processes of raw cannabis biomass as well as the packaging, labeling and order fulfillment of cannabis-infused products.
GENERAL JOB DUTIES:

• Coordinate day-to-day processing scheduling with the Director of Processing.
• Assist the Director of Processing with editing, drafting and adherence to processing Standard Operating Procedures.
• Assist the Director of Processing with monitoring and adjusting daily environmental room settings throughout the curing and drying process.
• Lead a Processing team in post-harvest and/or Packaging production.
• Oversee the daily, weekly, and monthly calibration of processing equipment and technology.
• Ensures any Jushi employee that is performing a processing task is properly trained prior to performing the task.
• Perform mechanical and hand bucking of cannabis biomass.
• Accurate weighing and labeling of biomass on racks and storage bins.
• Perform drying and curing duties as directed.
• Assemble primary, secondary or tertiary packaging for all Cannabis products.
• Perform primary, secondary and tertiary packaging of Cannabis products.
• Print and apply labels to finish packaged product.
• Responsible for light to medium maintenance of automated equipment including cleaning and preventative maintenance.
• Operate, maintain, and clean processing, packaging and labeling equipment.
• Data Entry and record keeping of all information pertinent to the traceability of medical cannabis.
• Able to work independently as well as operating as a team.
• Follow all site Safety requirements including use of PPE. Safety meetings as required.
• Perform other functions as necessary to provide an adequate supply of product to meet patient demand.
• Conduct counts of packaging/labeling materials.
• Provide feedback to improve process quality and efficiency.
• Adheres to a rigorous production schedule and works to ensure product is processed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Adhere to strict sanitation practices throughout the facility
• Other tasks, as determined by the Director of Processing, to ensure smooth operation of facility.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred
• At least two years of experience in cultivation, production, packaging, contract packaging, or manufacturing environment.
• Excellent computer, mathematical, language and reasoning skills
• General computer ability
• Previous experience in medical cannabis industry (preferred)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks
• Frequently sitting
• Occasionally Twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl
• Ability to communicate orally with management and other co-workers is crucial. Regular use of the telephone and e-mail for communication may be required. Sitting or standing for extended periods is common. Hearing and vision within normal ranges is essential for normal conversations, to receive ordinary information and to prepare or inspect documents.
• Some heavy lifting may be required. Exertion of up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally may be required.
• Good manual dexterity for the use of common office equipment.
• Must be comfortable operating and troubleshooting label printing equipment.

OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice
Jushi is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status,