Ayr Wellness Careers

Company Description

AYR Wellness is a publicly traded, multi-state cannabis company with more than 85 dispensaries. We are one of the largest scale producers of high-quality cannabis in the U.S., and our purpose is to be a force for good. People are at the heart of everything we do, and we are passionate about bringing progress and positive changes to our communities, our industry, and our world.   

Our talented and reliable team members are the foundation of our business and investing in exceptional talent is paramount to our success. The key to building a culture where everyone can thrive starts and ends with our teams. Their collective courage and kyndness sets AYR apart. Your career growth at AYR is limitless, and we believe in creating an environment where everyone can flourish and win together. 

Job Summary

The Production Lead (Extractions) is responsible for producing high-quality, concentrates. Working in a team-oriented environment, the Production Lead will be responsible for following standard operating procedures to accurately track and produce concentrates from start to finish. The Lead will also be responsible for using METRC software to perform license transfers, and production orders to maintain a compliant work environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in the extraction’s production/workflow of batches of marijuana concentrates.
• Ensures daily production schedule and goals set by Extractions Manager are met.
• Maintains high level of cleanliness of all workspaces, extractions equipment and sanitation practices concerning handling of product and materials according to company procedures; reports any potential issues to the Manager immediately.
• Ensures preparation of sample products for testing is completed in accordance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Ensures the timely and accurate completion of all batch production records, regular preventative equipment maintenance, audits, and supply orders.
• Adheres to OSHA guidelines for handling and using different solvents and pieces of commercial equipment.
• Assists in fostering a positive work environment, treating everyone with dignity and respect while perpetuating a curiosity for “everything cannabis”
• Uses tracking software to ensure a compliant work environment.

Qualifications

• Meticulous attention to detail and strong desire to produce a high-quality product.
• Must possess basic knowledge of different cannabis extraction methodologies
• Must possess basic math and computer skills
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance
• Must meet age requirement as outlined by state cannabis agencies
• Able to pass all background checks/fingerprinting as required by state cannabis agencies
• Able to provide valid badging/credentials as required by state cannabis agencies

Education

• High school diploma/GED required
• Equivalent combination of work/education experience accepted

Experience

1-3 years

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Attitude)

Priority Setting - Invests their time and others on what's important to deliver business results; quickly and effectively collaborates bringing together the collective intelligence of critical team members and prioritizes what needs to be done to reach the goal; quickly senses opportunities and obstacles in accomplishing a goal; eliminates roadblocks and creates focus that drives success and results.   

Relationship Building - Viewed as a truthful individual who shares authentic and constructive feedback in a respectful manner in the spirit of being a force for good; builds mutual respect and trust by listening, learning, and acting with compassion to encourage others in discovering their genius; takes responsibility for mistakes and offers impactful solutions; recognizes personal strengths and weaknesses; seeks and openly welcomes feedback for continuous improvement and personal growth.  

Results Oriented - Empowered with the knowledge of their potential this person learns quickly when facing new problems; a relentless and versatile learner, open to change, analyzes successes and failures for continuous improvement, experiments and will try anything to find solutions that support an ecosystem of knowledge; enjoys challenge of unfamiliar tasks, quickly grasps the essence and underlying structure of anything.   

Functional/Technical Skill - Possesses functional and technical knowledge and skills to perform at a high level of accomplishment; understands how their job function supports being a force for good. 

Direct reports

No direct reports, but leads project teams

Working conditions

The person in this position may be exposed to dust, kief, cleaning chemicals, and fumes.  Although systems are in place to remove these byproducts, there is still exposure to some degree 

Physical requirements

• Sitting, standing, and walking motion/movement will be required throughout the shift.
• Constant movement of hands/fingers and limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina.
• Constantly operates extraction machinery and other productivity equipment.
• Must be able to inspect and detect quality defects.
• Occasional lifting, positioning, or moving items up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work on weekends or alternate shifts.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. 

At AYR Wellness, our vision is to be a force for good in all we do and to bring lasting positive change to our communities, our industry, and our world. And it wouldn’t be possible without our exceptionally talented team. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the uniqueness of each employee and supports their individual journey in finding their genius and pursuing their passion.

AYR Wellness is committed to the policy that all persons have equal access to employment. We strongly encourage applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and the LGBTQ+ community, regardless of age, gender, religion, marital or veterans’ status.