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Drying & Handling Team Lead

Parallel

Location: Wimauma, FL (Cultivation & Production)
Type: Non-Remote
Posted on: May 16, 2022
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Everyone is welcome here . Each of us is unique, and that’s what makes us amazing. We believe in inclusiveness and celebrating each person’s individuality, because there’s power in bringing people with different points of view and life experiences together. That’s why we provide equal employment opportunities (EEO). All applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation.
So, bring yourself and your best ideas; when we feel safe and comfortable being ourselves, there’s no limit to what we can achieve.
IN A NUTSHELL…
The Drying and Handling Team Lead position operates under the direction of the Drying and Handling Supervisor. This position is responsible for assisting with all aspects of leading the post-harvest production operation, including the monitoring of all climate controls, the drying and handling of cannabis material, daily moisture content analysis, operating trimming machinery, pulling samples for 3 rd party testing, proper weighing/reporting and material inspection.
Parallel is one of the largest multi-state cannabis companies in the world, owning and operating in five markets; Florida (Surterra Wellness), Massachusetts (NETA), Pennsylvania (Goodblend), Nevada (The Apothecary Shoppe) and Texas (Goodblend). If you enjoy companies that are growing, moving fast, and constantly challenging themselves to achieve more, then Parallel is for you. We work hard, lean on each other, and are passionate about a pretty ambitious vision … pioneering a new paradigm of what well-being can be for all people, everywhere. For more information, visit www.liveparallel.com .
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
• Trimming whole cannabis flower.
• Responsible for reaching a high-volume trimming goal.
• Dexterous hand movements with trimming tools.
• Hanging and/or racking harvested cannabis flower, along with take down.
• Operating trimming and kief machines
• Cleaning and maintaining equipment and work area
• Follow all Safety and Quality guidelines as outlined by Parallel.
• Other duties as assigned
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS YOU’LL BRING
Preferred
• Plant knowledge helpful but not necessary
• Familiarity with quality control, policy and procedure and documentation
• Residence within the current geography or willingness to relocate to the current geography is required.
• The person in this position frequently communicates with other employees/supervision. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
Required
• Age 21 or over
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Government-Issued Photo ID
YOU WILL BE SUCCESSFUL IF YOU…
• Are self-motivated; micro-managing isn’t fun for anyone
• Roll your sleeves up and do the work; strategy is important, but so is getting stuff done
• Can work fast and be flexible; our industry is always changing
• Play nice with others; we collaborate with each other a lot
• Think creatively; sometimes, the “traditional” solution isn’t the best one
• Can work as part of a team
WHAT YOU GET
• Consistent, reliable benefits; Full medical/vision/dental, 401k with a possible company match, access to company-sponsored well-being programs
• Balance and flexibility; paid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work arrangements
• Employee discount
• Chance to make a difference; Employee Relief Fund, community volunteerism opportunities through Parallel Cares program
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Agile fingers able to perform dexterous tasks.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, lift objects on a regular basis, and perform daily repetitive tasks in small spaces that can be high in heat or extreme cold, high in humidity, wet or dry.
• The ability to wear personal protective gear throughout the day.
• Must be able to climb a ladder
• Hand and eye coordination.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Willing to work additional hours, as necessary, and Holidays.
• Must be able to follow instructions unsupervised.
• Ability to concentrate on each task.
• The ability to understand and communicate information is essential.
• Constantly operates productivity machinery
• Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
PARALLEL IS UNITED BY OUR VISION, MISSION, & VALUES
Our Vision – why we exist – is to pioneer well-being and improve the quality of life for humanity through the benefits of cannabinoids.
Our Mission – how we will do this – is to build a leading, global well-being company through the best talent, our values, trusted and recognized brands, science and technology-based innovation, and a relentless focus on execution and continuous improvement.
Our Values – Integrity | Collaboration | Alignment | Intentionality | Accountability | Agility
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique.