POSITION: Production Associate I (Processing & Extraction)

Original Date Approved: May 21, 2020

Date Reviewed: October 3, 2022

Note – Pursuant to Iowa law, all potential employees must pass a background check administered by the Iowa Department of Public Safety before Bud & Mary’s may present an offer of employment. Failure to satisfactorily pass such background check will disqualify a potential employee from employment with Bud & Mary’s.

SUMMARY:

Bud & Mary’s Production Associate I assists in the processing and extraction (P&E) of cannabis plant material and in the manufacturing of finished medical cannabis products. This position may also work other Bud & Mary’s teams at its medical cannabis manufacturing operation. The Production Associate I, using batch records and other written instructions, assists with processing cannabis plants for extraction, extracting cannabis oil, preparing bulk product mixes, finished product container filling, quality sampling, raw material reconciliation, and other manufacturing related tasks.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

· High school diploma required.

· Two (2) plus years of experience in a manufacturing/production or food service environment preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Assist with day-to-day operations in a large-scale medical cannabis manufacturing operation.

• Assist the P&E team with destemming cannabis plants and preparing plant material for extraction.
• Assist the P&E team with extracting cannabis oil from cannabis plant material.
• Assist the P&E team with purifying extracted cannabis oil for formulation.
• Assist the P&E team with cleaning, troubleshooting and preventative maintenance of equipment.
• Assist the P&E team with QC sample collection, preparation and analysis of all in-process flower and oil samples.
• Maintain accurate written records of P&E batch records, QC forms and production reports.
• Maintain accurate daily activity records and operation logs as directed using designated software.

· Assist with managing the cleanliness and organization of all equipment present within the facility.

· Assist with managing the cleanliness and organization of all equipment present within the facility.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

· Assist with plant harvesting.

· Assist with reducing costs of goods sold and operating expenses.

· Comply with all company policies, including confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements.

· Facility maintenance and troubleshooting, as necessary.

· Assist the formulation team with manufacturing of finished products.

· Assist the operations team with labeling medical cannabis containers efficiently and accurately.

· Assist the operations team with delivery of medical cannabis products.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

· Must be reliable and maintain good attendance.

· Must be able to explicitly follow written & verbal instructions.

· High attention to detail while working effectively under time constraints.

· Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

· Ability to work first, second, or third shift and occasional weekends.

· Experience with Microsoft Word and MS products as well as the ability to learn other software programs as needed.

· Quick learners with strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

· Strong mechanical aptitude.

· Proficient in English.

· Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

PHYSICAL EFFORT NEEDED:

· Must be able to lift at least fifty (50) pounds, be on feet all day, work in hot and cold environments.

· Must be able to walk, bend, kneel, and lay down.

· Must be able to read and write numbers and letters.

TYPICAL NUMBER OF DIRECT REPORTS:

· Zero (0).

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

· Exposed to dust, dirt, mud, varying temperatures, varying humidity levels, varying light intensities, high decibel sounds, and some solvents.

· Occasional exposure to insects, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

· Lab Coat, safety shoes, safety glasses, dust masks, ear protection, various types of gloves and spraying equipment, and biosafety equipment.

TRAVEL:

· Some travel may be required for training purposes and for staying abreast of industry developments.

In Bud & Mary’s culture, this position may be required to perform additional duties as needed. The above noted document is not intended to describe, in exhaustive detail, the multitude of tasks that may accompany the position, but rather to give the team member a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations. As the nature of business demands change, so too do the essential functions of the position.

Bud & Mary’s is an at will employer. This document is not meant to be an offer, contract, or promise of future or continued employment. For more information, contact human resources.

Bud & Mary’s is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Des Moines, IA 50317: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience with second shift?
• What are three qualities that you bring to the workplace?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: One location

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