Position: Quality Assurance Technician

Shift: Monday-Friday 8:00pm:4:30am with OT when needed,

Pay:$19.36hr, 2nd and 3rd shift have a +$1.50hr Shift Differential applied.

SUMMARY  

Monitors all quality assurance/food safety activities and makes recommendations and carries out corrections for improving Quality departmental functions.  Knowledge of food quality standards and procedures is vital and good attention to detail, strong communication skills & logical thinking.  Tests and inspects products at various stages of production process and compiles and evaluates statistical data to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products by performing the following duties. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   

• Perform related duties and provides support to the Quality Assurance Management. 
• Achieves quality assurance operational objectives by contributing information and analysis to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; identifying and resolving problems; completing audits; determining system improvements; implementing change. 
• Enhances department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. 
• Performs tests at specified stages in the production process, and tests products for a variety of qualities such as temperature, defects, code dates, etc., records results, reviews records, and reports for accuracy and completion.   
• Evaluates data and writes reports to validate or indicate deviations from existing standards. 
• Recommends modifications of existing quality or production standards to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability. 

• Completes special projects assigned, work with the project team; help to resolve problems by examining and evaluating data; selecting corrective steps.  
• Quality analysis of incoming dry goods for production. Verification of specifications before startup and throughout production processes. Problem solving on quality issues with production and other teams. Documentation of key metrics for data analysis. Maintenance of calibration and logs of all laboratory instruments.  Preparation of laboratory equipment and solutions. Direct communication with operators and production personnel. General analysis and sampling of production samples. Collection of retention samples on shiftily basis. 

The Role 

As a Production Tech, you’ll be an essential part of the process of turning raw cannabis flower into our beautiful line of medicated products. Under the guidance of the management team, you will produce, package, and handle products, perform inventory duties, adhere to compliance requirements, and keep safety as your top priority while working daily in our facility. Here at GTI, we are looking for true team players who are the perfect hybrid between precision and energy. 

Responsibilities 

• Deliver on production goals, while focused on safety and quality
• Produce product per recipes and SOP’s, maintaining high quality standards
• Package product into proper containers with proper labeling to ensure compliance with state regulations
• Ensure all standards for processing procedures and laboratory protocols are followed
• Compliance with local and state regulations
• Adherence to quality control methods throughout entire process
• Documentation of manufacturing methods are created and maintained
• Electronically convert packaged products in the state traceability system
• Manage time efficiently to meet goals while consistently producing quality product
• Practice good housekeeping habits throughout the facility with focus and personal contributions towards a clean and organized assigned work area at the end of the assigned shift
• Exhibit competency in basic organizational skills, communication skills and Windows based operating software
• Use independent judgment regarding product processing, keeping quality and goals in mind
• Help create a positive environment by having a positive attitude and by being self-motivated
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications      

• High School Education or GED graduate; some college or college graduate preferred  
• 1-2 years’ experience in manufacturing, food processing, warehousing, and/or inventory preferred      
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered     
• Must be able to work well in a group and independently; demonstrate self-motivation and initiative
• Must be able to adapt quickly to changes in policy, procedure, and technique
• Employee must exhibit personal hygiene and follow the health guidelines set forth by GTI
• Ability to listen well and communicate effectively with various audiences  
• Ability to perform monotonous tasks with great efficiency without losing qualities
• Must be able to follow basic instructions and accept constructive criticism
• Prior cannabis experience not required

Additional Requirements 

•        Must have a valid driver’s license or State ID card
•        Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
•        Must pass all required background checks
•        Must be and remain compliant with all legal and company regulations for working in the industry
•       Must be approved by the Cannabis Compliance Board to receive an Agent Card

Working Conditions

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform reaching, grasping, bending, stooping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
• Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time while maintaining focus.
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  Must be able to lift, carry, and balance up to 50 pounds AND must be able to do so with extreme care and caution when working with product.
• Work involves daily exposure to allergens (such as cannabis, tree nuts, and coconut oil).

The Role 

As a Production Tech, you’ll be an essential part of the process of turning raw cannabis flower into our beautiful line of medicated products. Under the guidance of the management team, you will produce, package, and handle products, perform inventory duties, adhere to compliance requirements, and keep safety as your top priority while working daily in our facility. Here at GTI, we are looking for true team players who are the perfect hybrid between precision and energy. 

Responsibilities 

• Deliver on production goals, while focused on safety and quality
• Produce product per recipes and SOP’s, maintaining high quality standards
• Package product into proper containers with proper labeling to ensure compliance with state regulations
• Ensure all standards for processing procedures and laboratory protocols are followed
• Compliance with local and state regulations
• Adherence to quality control methods throughout entire process
• Documentation of manufacturing methods are created and maintained
• Electronically convert packaged products in the state traceability system
• Manage time efficiently to meet goals while consistently producing quality product
• Practice good housekeeping habits throughout the facility with focus and personal contributions towards a clean and organized assigned work area at the end of the assigned shift
• Exhibit competency in basic organizational skills, communication skills and Windows based operating software
• Use independent judgment regarding product processing, keeping quality and goals in mind
• Help create a positive environment by having a positive attitude and by being self-motivated
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications      

• High School Education or GED graduate; some college or college graduate preferred  
• 1-2 years’ experience in manufacturing, food processing, warehousing, and/or inventory preferred      
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered     
• Must be able to work well in a group and independently; demonstrate self-motivation and initiative
• Must be able to adapt quickly to changes in policy, procedure, and technique
• Employee must exhibit personal hygiene and follow the health guidelines set forth by GTI
• Ability to listen well and communicate effectively with various audiences  
• Ability to perform monotonous tasks with great efficiency without losing qualities
• Must be able to follow basic instructions and accept constructive criticism
• Prior cannabis experience not required

Additional Requirements 

•        Must have a valid driver’s license or State ID card
•        Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
•        Must pass all required background checks
•        Must be and remain compliant with all legal and company regulations for working in the industry
•       Must be approved by the Cannabis Compliance Board to receive an Agent Card

Working Conditions

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform reaching, grasping, bending, stooping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
• Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time while maintaining focus.
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  Must be able to lift, carry, and balance up to 50 pounds AND must be able to do so with extreme care and caution when working with product.
• Work involves daily exposure to allergens (such as cannabis, tree nuts, and coconut oil).

Position: Quality Assurance Technician

Shift: Monday-Friday 12:00pm:8:30pm with OT when needed,

Pay:$19.36hr, 2nd and 3rd shift have a +$1.50hr Shift Differential applied.

SUMMARY  

Monitors all quality assurance/food safety activities and makes recommendations and carries out corrections for improving Quality departmental functions.  Knowledge of food quality standards and procedures is vital and good attention to detail, strong communication skills & logical thinking.  Tests and inspects products at various stages of production process and compiles and evaluates statistical data to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products by performing the following duties. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   

• Perform related duties and provides support to the Quality Assurance Management. 
• Achieves quality assurance operational objectives by contributing information and analysis to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; identifying and resolving problems; completing audits; determining system improvements; implementing change. 
• Enhances department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. 
• Performs tests at specified stages in the production process, and tests products for a variety of qualities such as temperature, defects, code dates, etc., records results, reviews records, and reports for accuracy and completion.   
• Evaluates data and writes reports to validate or indicate deviations from existing standards. 
• Recommends modifications of existing quality or production standards to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability. 

• Completes special projects assigned, work with the project team; help to resolve problems by examining and evaluating data; selecting corrective steps.  
• Quality analysis of incoming dry goods for production. Verification of specifications before startup and throughout production processes. Problem solving on quality issues with production and other teams. Documentation of key metrics for data analysis. Maintenance of calibration and logs of all laboratory instruments.  Preparation of laboratory equipment and solutions. Direct communication with operators and production personnel. General analysis and sampling of production samples. Collection of retention samples on shiftily basis.