Processing Lead (second shift 2pm-10pm)

The Processing Lead is responsible for supervising and coordinating daily processing operations during Second Shift, Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM–10:30 PM.. The Processing Lead will lead the Processing Technicians, assign daily tasks, monitor productivity, maintain quality standards, and ensure all processing activities are completed safely, accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with company SOPs and applicable New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (NJCRC) requirements.

The Processing Lead will work closely with the Processing Manager to ensure production goals are met and that all cannabis material is properly handled, tracked, processed, packaged, labeled, and transferred through the appropriate stages of production.

Key Responsibilities

Processing Operations

• Supervise daily harvest, bucking, trimming, drying, curing, packaging, and processing operations.
• Ensure harvested cannabis is properly handled, transported, stored, and processed to maintain product quality.
• Lead, train, and support Processing Technicians in proper processing procedures.
• Assign daily tasks and stations to Processing Technicians based on production priorities and staffing needs.
• Monitor employee productivity and ensure daily and weekly production goals are met.
• Ensure employees follow all company SOPs, safety procedures, sanitation requirements, and production standards.
• Monitor workflow throughout the shift and make adjustments as needed to maintain production efficiency.
• Assist Processing Technicians with processing duties when necessary.
• Identify production issues and communicate them to the Processing Manager.
• Provide feedback and recommendations to improve processing quality, efficiency, and workflow.
• Ensure all products are processed accurately and in a timely manner.

Inventory & Compliance

• Maintain accurate inventory records and assist with METRC tracking and documentation.
• Track cannabis movement from harvest through processing, packaging, labeling, and vault transfer.
• Ensure all cannabis material is properly identified, weighed, recorded, and tracked.
• Verify production records and documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure employees follow all applicable NJCRC regulations and internal company procedures.
• Assist with audits, inspections, inventory counts, and compliance reviews.
• Immediately report discrepancies, inventory issues, or compliance concerns to the Processing Manager.
• Conduct counts of packaging, labeling, and processing materials and communicate shortages to management.

Packaging & Labeling

• Oversee the weighing, packaging, and labeling of finished cannabis products.
• Verify package weights, counts, lot information, labels, and product information for accuracy.
• Ensure primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging is assembled and completed correctly.
• Ensure labels are printed and applied correctly to finished products.
• Conduct quality control checks throughout the packaging process.
• Ensure completed products are properly documented and transferred to the appropriate storage or vault location.

Equipment & Facility Management

• Oversee the proper operation of trimming, bucking, grinding, packaging, labeling, and other processing equipment.
• Ensure processing equipment is cleaned and maintained according to company procedures.
• Perform or oversee light to medium preventative maintenance on automated processing equipment.
• Report equipment failures, maintenance needs, and safety concerns to the Processing Manager.
• Ensure processing areas remain clean, organized, and compliant with sanitation requirements throughout the shift.
• Ensure all equipment is properly cleaned and stored at the end of the shift.

Team Leadership

• Serve as the primary point of contact for Processing Technicians during the second shift.
• Provide direction, training, and coaching to processing employees.
• Monitor employee attendance, performance, productivity, and adherence to company policies.
• Help create a positive, productive, and professional work environment.
• Lead by example and maintain a high standard of work ethic, professionalism, and accountability.
• Communicate shift updates, production progress, employee concerns, and outstanding tasks to the Processing Manager.
• Ensure a proper shift handoff to management and/or the next operating shift when applicable.

Working Environment

• Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, kneeling, bending, walking, and repetitive movements.
• Will be required to wear PPE at times.
• Prolonged exposure to humidity and high-intensity artificial lighting.
• Must be able to move and/or lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to bend, lift, stretch, climb, and crawl while working with ladders and at heights.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced production environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• At least 2 years of cannabis processing experience preferred.
• Previous lead, supervisory, or team-lead experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of cannabis processing, packaging, and production procedures.
• Experience with METRC or similar cannabis tracking systems preferred.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with employees and management.
• Ability to lead a team and provide direction in a professional manner.
• Ability to work independently and make appropriate decisions within established company procedures.
• Energetic team player willing to take direction and train others.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and multitask effectively.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, overtime, and a flexible schedule when needed.
• Willingness to comply with all applicable state regulations, company policies, and guidelines.

Second Shift Schedule

This position is specifically for Second Shift, Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM–10:30 PM.

The Processing Lead must be able to consistently work the assigned second-shift schedule and remain available for occasional overtime, weekends, holidays, or schedule changes based on production needs.

Benefits

We are proud to offer a competitive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long term disability insurance, and exciting potential for career growth.

EEO Statement: High Grass Farms, LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. High Grass Farms, LLC makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time