Post Harvest and Processing Manager - London, Canada - Volo Group

Volo Group

Verified Company

London, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Post Harvest and Processing Manager

VOLO Inc.

London, ON
Full-time, Permanent

Salary Range:
$65,000 - $75,000

Full Job Description

Company Overview
We are a craft cannabis licensed producer based in London, Ontario. We see past the status quo. Moving beyond the ordinary into the extraordinary. Come join us in our exciting growth path.

Cannabis experience is required

You will be able to independently identify and resolve issues and manage corresponding timelines and effectively communicate the production aspects with our team.

We are looking for someone with a hands-on approach with experienced knowledge of cannabis post-harvest and processing requirements to work in tandem with the capabilities and structure of our modern craft-grow facility.

This is a full time, salaried position at our London, Ontario location.

Key Responsibilities

Lead all postproduction activities from post harvest to final products include but is not limited to: trimming, drying/curing, packaging, milling, preroll filling, bottling, labelling, master case packaging and configuration.
Manage trimming, preroll, packaging/labelling, storage, and shipping activities.
Ensure quality standard is consistent with craft cannabis designation
Operates and maintain preroll, milling equipment as needed.
Process plants during harvest in preparation for drying including trimming off stem and stalk as required
Follow label control process to create and document product and master case labels
Set production schedule, maintaining a smooth workflow and manageable pace
Ensure production targets, schedules, and quality metrics are consistently met
Work with various stakeholders to help ensure IPM, sanitation and destruction activities are being carried out to standard
Follow strict quality control checks and ensure batch records are recorded clearly and accurately
Ensure equipment is clean and calibrated before use
Follow guidelines for storing of supplies and products and disposal of waste
Strict compliance with all regulations under the Cannabis Act
Clean up and sanitize processing areas
Perform regular calibration of equipment and testing instruments as required
Responsible for line clearance, setup, documentation (including reviewing and modifying in partnership with quality assurance all postproduction SOPs), inprocess checks and quality spot checks for manufacturing lines.
Assume a leadership role within the team to achieve target line rates and appropriate quality levels.
Foster and maintain a positive and collaborative work environment to motivate staff
Identify and remove obstacles that prevent your team from accomplishing tasks
Proactively manage employee, process or equipment issues and escalating up as required
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills
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Required Skills/Experience/Knowledge_

Strong multitasking, problem solving skills.
Ability to perform tasks with mínimal supervision
Work collaboratively in a team environment
Proficiency with MS Office/365, especially in Excel, Word
Previous experience working in a regulated production environment preferred
Strong organizational skills, setting timelines and priorities
Attention to detail
Strong communication skills (both written and verbal)
Must be 19+ with the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance if requested, as per Health Canada's Cannabis Act
Previous Health Canada Security Clearance and work experience with a Canadian Licensed Producer (LP) is considered as an asset
Experience in Good Production Practices (GPP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) considered as an asset