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Reports To: Manager, Production; Manager, Facility OperationsPosition OverviewProduction Technicians are responsible for all aspects of plant processing from crop harvest through packaging and labeling of the final product ready for customer sale as outlined by the management team. These responsibilities include trimming, assembling completed product materials into various containers and packages as well as ensuring that the appropriate quantity, weight, and type of product is packaged. This position works in a timely manner and strives to increase productivity and acts with professional regard to the management and use of all production facilities and processing equipment.About The Cannabist Company:The Cannabist Company, formerly known as Columbia Care, is one of the largest and most experienced cultivators, manufacturers and providers of cannabis products and related services, with licenses in 16 U.S. jurisdictions. The Company operates 125 facilities including 94 dispensaries and 31 cultivation and manufacturing facilities, including those under development. Columbia Care, now The Cannabist Company, is one of the original multi-state providers of cannabis in the U.S. and now delivers industry-leading products and services to both the medical and adult-use markets. In 2021, the Company launched Cannabist, its retail brand, creating a national dispensary network that leverages proprietary technology platforms. The company offers products spanning flower, edibles, oils and tablets, and manufactures popular brands including Seed & Strain, Triple Seven, Hedy, gLeaf, Classix, Press and Amber. Recognized for it comprehensive benefits, ongoing training opportunities and commitment to diversity and equity inclusion both internally and with external vendors, The Cannabist Company has earned a spot on mg Magazine's America's Top Cannabis Industry Employers list.The Cannabist Company provides full-time employees with an excellent benefits and compensation package including but not limited to competitive wages, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, 401K with company match, multiple health plan choices, dental, vision, pet and life insurances, 100% paid short-term disability, optional long-term disability insurance and more!Pay: $17.00Schedule: Full time Monday-Friday 10am-7pmMajor Areas of Responsibility includeAssisting in the harvest and post-harvest plant processing of medical cannabisFan leaf removal, harvest, drying, trimming, curing, weighing, packaging, labeling, recording, inspection of product in addition to cleaning and sanitationMaintain a clean and organized work environmentHand trim fan leaves from medical marijuana plants before harvest using shears, scissorsTransport harvested plants to drying and hang to be driedOperate a trimming machine (if needed) to remove guard and/ or sugar leaves from medical marijuanaWeigh, package, label, record/track medical cannabis for distributionTake instructions and assist on tasks as delegated by management teamWork in a quick and efficient mannerMaintain a culture of professionalism and serviceEnsure daily compliance with policies including but not limited to; state compliance security protocols, access protocols, dress code and work schedulesComply with all HR policies including confidentiality and non-disclosureMinimum Qualifications (Skills, Knowledge & Abilities)All applicants must be at least 21 years of age.High school graduate1-3 years of experience in production position; including hands-on production activitiesGeneral knowledge of weights and measurementEvening/night/weekend work may be requiredAll positions deal with confidential information and/or issues using discretion and judgment.Speed and precision with equipment and attention to detailAbility to multi-task and maintain work consistency on a daily basisHigh attention to detailStanding/sitting for long periods of timeAdditional Abilities RequiredThe job requires physical activity, including prolonged sitting, standing, repetitive bending, climbing, and lifting or moving up to 10 pounds (or more with a coworker). 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.Note: Nothing in this job description restricts the company's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made in appropriate circumstances to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of the position.