Production Technician

Company: The Cannabist Company
Location: Riverhead
Posted on: January 19, 2026

Job Description:

Position Overview: The Production Technician is responsible for all aspects of plant processing from post-crop harvest through packaging and labeling of the final product ready for customer sale as outlined by the management team and SOPs. These responsibilities include post-harvest tasks including the drying and curing stage all the way through trimming, packaging, and labeling the product. 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. Major Areas of Responsibility include: Assists in the post-harvest plant processing of cannabis. Fan leaf removal, harvest, drying, trimming, curing, weighing, packaging, labeling, recording, and inspection of product in addition to cleaning and sanitation. Maintains a clean and organized work environment. Transport harvested plants to drying room and hang to be dried. Hand trims and/or operates a trimming machine to remove excess plant material. Weighs, records, and shreds plants waste and adds a non-cannabis medium for compliant disposal. Receives instructions and assists on tasks as delegated by management team. Works in a quick and efficient manner. Complies with all HR policies including confidentiality and non-disclosure. Minimum Qualifications (Skills, Knowledge & Abilities): All applicants must be at least 21 years of age. 1-3 years of experience in production position; including hands-on production activities. General knowledge of weights and measurement. Evening/night/weekend work may be required. Speed and precision with equipment and attention to detail. Ability to multi-task and maintain work consistency on a daily basis. High attention to detail. Standing/sitting for long periods of time. Pay rate: $19.00 / hour, plus benefits Travel %: 0 FLSA status: Non-exempt Additional Abilities Required: Exposure to pollen, dust, and plant particles due to the handling of raw plant materials. The job requires physical activity, including prolonged sitting, standing, repetitive bending, climbing, and lifting or moving up to 50 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 positio n. About The Cannabist Company (f/k/a Columbia Care) The Cannabist Company, formerly known as Columbia Care, is one of the most experienced cultivators, manufacturers and providers of cannabis products and related services, with licenses in 14 U.S. jurisdictions. The Company operates 89 facilities including 70 dispensaries and 19 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 dreamt, Seed & Strain, Triple Seven, Hedy, gLeaf, Classix, Press, and Amber. For more information, please visit www.cannabistcompany.com ENGHP Salary $19 USD per hour

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