Location: Lowell, MA
Worksite: BeWell Production Facility, 92 Bolt Street, Lowell, MA
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Pay: $21.00 per hour, plus benefits
Employment Type: Full-time, hourly, non-exempt
Reports To: Post-Harvest Manager
About the Role
BeWell Organic Medicine is seeking a Post-Harvest Lead to support the day-to-day operations of our Post-Harvest department at our Lowell production facility.
Reporting to the Post-Harvest Manager, the Post-Harvest Lead works alongside the Production team to produce compliant, high-quality, sale-ready cannabis inventory. This role is hands-on and includes processing, packaging, inventory management, quality control, documentation, team support, and maintaining compliance with Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission requirements and company procedures.
The Post-Harvest Lead will help guide the team through daily production activities while ensuring work is completed safely, accurately, efficiently, and according to established production plans and SOPs.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support daily Post-Harvest processing and packaging activities.
- Perform post-harvest functions including bucking, grading, sorting, trimming, drying, curing, grinding, filling, packaging, labeling, storing, and handling cannabis products.
- Produce packaged cannabis products, including flower, concentrates, pre-rolls, and pre-ground flower.
- Support the Post-Harvest Manager in executing daily production schedules and priorities.
- Help train and supervise team members through designated processing and packaging activities.
- Conduct quality control checks to ensure finished products meet company standards.
- Maintain accurate physical and virtual inventory records.
- Move cannabis inventory within applicable tracking systems, including Metrc and Dutchie.
- Assist with inventory audits and the tracking of products, materials, supplies, and packaging.
- Complete all required production and compliance documentation accurately and on time.
- Operate and maintain tools, equipment, hardware, software, and systems used in cannabis processing and packaging.
- Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, organization, and contamination-control standards throughout production areas.
- Clean and sanitize production areas, tools, equipment, materials, and workspaces.
- Follow all company policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), safety requirements, and regulatory requirements.
- Identify and escalate production, quality control, equipment, inventory, or personnel issues as appropriate.
- Maintain clear and consistent communication with Post-Harvest leadership and other members of the Production team.
- Complete all required training related to Post-Harvest activities, facility operations, safety, and compliance.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Previous experience performing cannabis processing, post-harvest, packaging, or production activities preferred.
- Experience in the Massachusetts cannabis industry strongly preferred.
- Working knowledge of Metrc and Dutchie preferred.
- Experience using processing tools, equipment, hardware, software, and related production systems.
- Ability to troubleshoot and help resolve issues related to production, quality control, equipment, inventory, and workflow.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks accurately and consistently.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
- Ability to lead, train, and support team members through assigned processes and activities.
- Experience in commercial agriculture, consumer goods manufacturing, food production, or another highly regulated environment is a plus.
- Familiarity with applicable regulatory and safety standards, including Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission requirements, OSHA standards, and local requirements, is preferred.
- Must be able to successfully complete all required background checks and company training, including Responsible Vendor Training (RVT).
Physical Requirements
This position requires the ability to:
- Stand, sit, walk, stoop, bend, reach, crouch, grasp, cut, push, pull, and perform fine motor tasks for extended periods.
- Perform repetitive processing and packaging activities.
- Use cannabis processing tools and equipment throughout the workday.
- Work at a computer for periods of time.
- Lift and carry up to 50 pounds for distances of up to 100 feet, with or without assistance.
- Work in an environment with moderate noise and varying humidity and temperature levels.
- Work in an environment where cannabis plant material, cannabis dust, trichomes, and other cannabis-derived materials may be present.
Benefits
Eligible full-time employees have access to benefits including:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Vacation, sick, and personal time off
- Employee discount program for qualifying individuals
Equal Employment Opportunity
BeWell Organic Medicine is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. BeWell is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Qualified applicants who reside in Lowell and surrounding Massachusetts communities are encouraged to apply.
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
