Lead Production Operator

Location: Jackson, Ohio (On-Site)
Department: Processing
Reports To: General Manager – Processing
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Must be available during production hours, including flexibility for evenings, weekends, and overtime as production demands require
Compensation: Commensurate with experience

Position Summary

The Lead Production Operator supports day-to-day production operations at the Jackson, Ohio facility. This role is responsible for operating and supporting production equipment, following established company policies and procedures, and helping ensure ongoing compliance with applicable regulations and quality standards.

This document provides a general overview of the position. Detailed day-to-day tasks, procedures, and expectations are outlined in the separate Lead Production Operator Job Duties document.

Essential Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor assigned production equipment in accordance with company procedures.
• Perform equipment setup, adjustments, and changeovers as directed.
• Identify and respond to basic equipment issues, escalating as needed per company protocol.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks and support the general upkeep of production equipment
• Support new product and process initiatives as assigned.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.
• Follow all company policies and procedures, and help ensure ongoing compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and quality standards.
• Follow all safety protocols and use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

• Prior experience in a production or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to follow instructions, established procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and comply with applicable company, industry, and regulatory standards.

Education & Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Relevant certifications are a plus, but not required.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs for extended periods.
• Work is performed on-site in a production environment.
• Availability must align with production schedule needs, including flexibility as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

New Gen Holding, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Qualifications & Experience

• Prior experience in a production or manufacturing environment preferred.

• Ability to follow instructions, established procedures, and safety guidelines.

• Basic mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• Willingness to learn and comply with applicable company, industry, and regulatory standards.

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs for extended periods.

• Work is performed on-site in a production environment.

• Availability must align with production schedule needs, including flexibility as required.

• Minimum of 2 years production machinery strongly preferred.

• Pay will be based on experience and knowledge of equipment and duties

• Equipment Operation and Monitoring

• Machine Setup, Changeover and Adjustments

• Troubleshooting and First-Line Response

• Light and Routine Maintenance

• New Product and Process Support

• Documentation and Communication

• Compliance and Documentation Support

• Safety, Quality and Compliance

• Physical Requirements and Open Availability

• Cannabis Industry Equipment Preferred