Job Description

The Production Associate (PA) works as part of a team in the production and shipping of Cannabis products for the company. The PA’s day-to-day activities may include but are not limited to, facility cleaning and sanitizing, production room setup and take down, packaging of dry flower, manufacturing pre-rolls and other cannabis products, labelling, record keeping, shipping and packing.

Working in a highly regulated environment the PA has excellent personal hygiene. When executing all assigned tasks the PA ensures they follow all workspace cleanliness protocols and quality control measures ensuring quality standards are met, SOP’s followed and/or direction followed accurately and in a timely fashion to ensure the production of high-quality products.

Initially this will be a casual on call position which may extend full time hours depending on performance.

The interview process involves a trial paid shift to ensure competency.

Job Responsibilities

The roles and responsibilities are outlined below and fall into 5 key areas. They include and are not limited to the following:

1. Accuracy and Expected Performance Standards

• Accurate weighing of cannabis in various increments in grams.
• Accurate placing of weighed product into proper childproof vessels or containers.
• Visually check and verify that assembled products meet Company Quality Standards.
• Maintain proper documentation throughout all operations.
• Follow directions by Lead, Coordinator, or Management regarding performance, attitude, attendance, and general productivity.
• Complete accurate data entry and documentation.
• Step in when other tasks need to be completed.
• Be open to work overtime when required.

2. Quality and SOP compliance

• Follow all company standard operating procedures to maintain compliance with Health Canada regulations.
• Perform proper set up and daily operation of filling, packaging, and labeling.
• Maintain SOP productivity continuously, as per the standard.
• Comply with all Quality Assurance requirements and policies.

3. Security

• Ensuring compliance and accuracy involving all product security and product movement procedures
• Follow all company security policies and protocols

4. Safety and Sanitation

• Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including lab coats, mask, gloves, and hairnets.
• Utilize cleaning agents and sanitation tools to sanitize production areas safely.
• Comply with all provincial Occupational Health and Safety Regulations and company safety policies.
• Participate in maintaining a safe and clean work environment for everyone.

5. Packing, labeling and shipping

• Execute all filling and packaging in an efficient manner in compliance with the company’s applicable manufacturing procedures.
• Assemble, package and label multiple Company’s products.
• Correctly sealing and labeling all packages.
• Follow written instructions to ensure products are assembled and packed in accordance with customer specifications.

Qualifications:

• Completion of High School is required
• Must be 19+ years to be employed in this role
• Must be able to work with cleaning chemicals – WHMIS training will be provided where required.

Skills and Attributes

• Great communication skills.
• Cleanliness.
• Ability to complete repetitive tasks with high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• A positive attitude, the ability to work well with others and independently.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• The ability to act with discretion and good judgment with a high degree of sensitivity to confidential matters.
• Flexibility needed in daily activities e.g. assisting other functional areas / departments.
• Ability to read and interpret written instructions.
• Good math skills.
• Able to follow and accurately execute oral instructions.
• Able to spot gaps and issues with internal processes/procedures and tactfully raise with leadership.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Ability to perform tasks to meet or exceed quality and production requirements.

Security Clearance

Cannabis is a highly regulated environment as such a satisfactory criminal record check is mandatory.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift ~ 20 lbs.
• Able to stand and sit for extended periods of time.
• Able to perform repetitive tasks with accuracy.
• Able to work in loud, cool, bright environments for extended periods of time.
• Fine motor function – there is a continuous need for manual dexterity using both hands independently and simultaneously (handling, gripping, fine finger controls, etc.).

Compensation Package

$16.75 per hour, reviewed after successful completion of the probationary period.

The position starts as casual on call which may include evenings and weekends. Shifts are 8-10 hours long, up to 40 hours per week depending on averaging agreements.

Overtime may be requested, to meet deadlines.

About Us

Based in Mission BC, Tricanna is a licenced Cannabis Processor offering novel solutions to the complex challenges faced in Cannabis Processing.

A leader in Innovation and Technology, Tricanna Industries Inc. offers one stop shop sales and processing solutions to Cannabis licensed cultivators, craft growers, other processors, brands, and retailers across Canada.

Working closely with our cultivation customers we alleviate processing bottlenecks, reduce high shipping costs, and solve the problem of facility space shortages while providing on time sales solutions to our network of retailers.

Our customer focused approach offers cultivators, brands and processors a fully catered, cost-effective solution to help achieve packaging and distribution goals while simultaneously meeting the needs of our retail clients.

We work to ensure a fresh, quality, consistent cannabis product is delivered in a timely fashion from the grower to the retailer… and into the hands of our consumer.

Working at Tricanna Industries inc. offers you a way to either enter or continue building on your career in the Canadian Cannabis Industry. Just as we believe and support our customers, we also believe in supporting and growing our people so we can continue to provide excellent service and a quality product to all of our customers.

You can expect to join a strong team of qualified professionals who are enthusiastic about the Industry and be compensated fairly for the work you do.

Come grow with us!

How to Apply

Please email a copy of your resume and cover letter to: careers@tricanna.com