Kitchen Assistant / Packager

The Kitchen Assistant / Packager will be responsible for assisting the Kitchen Supervisor in the making of baked goods, drinks, candies and other cannabis-derived products. In addition, the Kitchen Assistant will also be responsible for helping with the packaging of these products and other cannabis-derived products.

The position requires attention to detail, following directions, general computer skills, and the ability to perform in a fast-paced, goal-oriented environment. Maturity, a strong work ethic, and accountability will be required to be successful at this position. You will NOT need to have knowledge of dosing or making cannabis edibles. New Mexico has strict product tracking and content testing standards. Compliance and adherence to procedures and policies is critical.

Duties:

• Report to Kitchen Supervisor and Product Preparation Manager.
• Be professional at all times.
• Excellent communication.
• Be a champion of company values, mission and culture.
• Make baked goods, drinks and candies.
• Knowledge of food preparation, handling and safety.
• Consistency and Quality Assurance.
• Responsible for ensuring cleanliness of kitchen and equipment.
• Purchasing.
• Computer tracking and compliance.
• Correctly pack, label, and organize finished goods into containers, following company standards.
• Create and apply labeling in accordance with product information and testing results.
• Properly weigh and package products in accordance with company standards.
• Precisely record products, weights, quantities, and notes in forms and databases.
• Thoroughly clean containers, materials, supplies, and work areas.
• Be sure to use correct cleaning solutions, cleaning tools and personal protective equipment.
• Be familiar with and adhere to Company policies and the Law.
• Responsible for assisting with audits and inspections.
• Communication via email.
• All other responsibilities that are required of the job as specified by the Company.

Job Requirements:

• You must be able to pass a Federal and NM State background check according to the requirements of NMAC 7.34.4.8(H)(2). (Note: Please refer to requirements below).
• Good understanding of both the Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint) as well as Google Products (i.e., Gmail, Calendar, Drive, etc.).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

NM 7.34.4.8(H)(2)

Disqualifying convictions: Individuals convicted of a felony violation of Section 30-31-20 (trafficking of a controlled substance); 30-31-21 (distributing a controlled substance to a minor); 30-31-22 NMSA 1978 (distributing a controlled substance); or a violation of any equivalent federal statute or equivalent statute from any other jurisdiction, shall be prohibited from participating or being associated with either a non-profit producer licensed under this rule, an approved laboratory, an approved manufacturer, or an approved courier. If an individual has been convicted of a felony violation of the NM Controlled Substances Act other than Sections 30-31-20 through 30-31-22 NMSA 1978, or has been convicted of any equivalent federal statute or equivalent statute from any other jurisdiction, and the final completion of the entirety of the associated sentence of such conviction has been less than five years from the date of the individual’s anticipated association with the production facility, then the individual shall be prohibited from serving on the board of a licensed non-profit producer, or working for the licensed producer, or approved entity. An individual who is disqualified shall be notified of his or her disqualification. If an individual has been convicted of more than one felony violation of the above-cited sections of the NM Controlled Substances Act or an equivalent federal statute or equivalent statute from any other jurisdiction, the individual shall be notified that he or she is permanently prohibited from participating or being associated with a licensed non-profit producer, approved manufacturer, approved laboratory, or approved courier. Any violation of this subsection shall result in the immediate revocation of any privilege granted under this rule and the act.

Physical Demands:

The employee is occasionally required to sit, balance, kneel, crouch or stand for prolonged periods of time and complete repetitive movements. The employee must frequently lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Travel:

No travel is expected for this position.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position, and hours of work and days are Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Work schedules are subject to change.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Classification:

Non-Exempt

Base Pay:

$12 - $18 / Hour

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $12.00 to $18.00 /hour

Education:

• High school or equivalent

Required work authorization:

• United States