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Company Overview:

DreamFields is one of the top five cannabis companies in the industry through our leading #1 pre-roll brand, Jeeter. We are passionate about producing world-class marketing, high-quality, innovative products, delivering exceptional customer experiences, operating cutting-edge processes, and fostering an amazing company culture and thriving work environment. With over 1,500 employees, we are proud to be one of the most loved employers in the industry. DreamFields continues to experience exponential growth as one of the fastest-growing companies in the cannabis industry, aggressively expanding nationally into all legalized cannabis states.

Job Summary:

The Quality Control Technician will directly support the Quality Control Supervisor at DreamFields New York. This position inspects products, accurately tracks types and quantities of defects, and ensures proper containment of quality risks. This role is responsible for ensuring only products adhering to company specifications will proceed to the next stage of the manufacturing or distribution process.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Inspect or test products before, during, and/or after the manufacturing process to ensure incoming or outgoing products align with company and legal standards. This may include raw materials, work-in-process materials, finished goods, and/or finished packaged cases.
• Review and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and specifications.
• Pass or reject products as necessary to ensure compliance with applicable cannabis regulations as well as DreamFields' internal specifications, policies, and procedures.
• • Correctly categorize rejected products in accordance with the observed defect(s).
  • Track units reworked and/or rejected in real time.
• Document inspection results by accurately counting and reporting quality-related data quarterly (every 2 hours). Real-time data entry is required during cannabis raw material QC inspections.
• Raise red flags and provide detailed notes as needed to internally communicate quality- or compliance-related issues clearly and effectively.
• Communicate to and collaborate with QC Supervisor, Production Lead, or other team members as needed to contribute to error reduction and process enhancements.
• • Identify and communicate quality-related insights and opportunities for continuous improvement to QC Supervisor and Production Leads.
  • Support identification of appropriate corrective actions.
• Properly use and maintain QC equipment and materials in accordance with approved methods and Good Manufacturing Practices. Maintain sanitary conditions at workstation(s).
• Be receptive to coaching or performance-related feedback from QC leadership.
• As needed, support with execution and documentation of product tests or experiments.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must be at least 21 years of age and have reliable transportation.
• Meticulous attention to detail – must be able to closely inspect product to identify defects, count and report accurate numerical data, and review/verify product labeling with a high degree of accuracy.
• Strong verbal communication skills – must be able to professionally communicate and collaborate with others, effectively follow and provide instructions, and ask questions as necessary to fulfill roles and expectations.
• Problem-solving skills – skilled at making pertinent observations and recommending solutions to manufacturing defects in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to maintain a high level of cleanliness, organization, and sanitary work environment in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Must be quickly adaptable and open to change.
• Knowledge of and ability to uphold workplace health and safety standards.
• Knowledge of the environmental and other manufacturing conditions necessary to achieve safe and high-quality cannabis products – strongly preferred.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in a quality control or quality assurance role, preferably in cannabis or a similarly highly regulated industry.
• Experience with accurate and timely data reporting – strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to use cleaning solutions and properly and safely use brooms, unload trash cans, and other cleaning supplies and tools.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Frequent walking and standing in a warehouse environment.
• Capability to operate heavy machinery such as floor scrubber safely and efficiently.
• Comfortable working in industrial environments with exposure to noise, dust, heat, cold, and other manufacturing conditions.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform repetitive physical tasks for extended periods.
• Must be physically capable of sitting or standing for long periods or entire shifts.

Work Schedule (Non-Exempt):

This position is scheduled on a full-time basis. Specific shift times and workdays are determined by the operation and may vary by location. Business needs may require work on evenings, weekends, and holidays, as well as occasional overtime. Scheduled start and end times, assigned shifts, and workdays are subject to change based on staffing and operational requirements. Whenever feasible, advance notice of schedule changes will be provided.

Allergen Info:

Positions in our production facilities may lead to regular exposure to cannabis plant material, dust, and other potential allergens. Individuals with sensitivity to pollen, molds, or strong odors may experience discomfort. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is provided and required.

EEOC:

DreamFields is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.