Lead Production Technician

At Curaleaf, we’re redefining the cannabis industry with a strong commitment to quality, expertise, and innovation. As a leading global cannabis provider, our brands—including Curaleaf, Select, and Grassroots—offer premium products and services in both medical and adult-use markets. Join us at Curaleaf to be part of a high-growth, purpose-driven company that champions corporate social responsibility through our Rooted in Good initiative, supporting community outreach and positive change. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, drive innovation, and help shape the future of cannabis. Title:  Lead Production Technician    Starting Pay: $21.25/hr     Location:   Litchfield, IL  Job Type: Full Time/Part Time | Non-Exempt    Shift: Monday-Thursday, 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM Who You Are:      You’re a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment. You take pride in guiding your team, maintaining high standards of safety and compliance, and ensuring every product meets Curaleaf’s quality expectations. With a focus on teamwork, accountability, and precision, you keep operations running smoothly while motivating others to do their best work.   What You’ll Do:     As a Lead Production Technician at Curaleaf, you’ll oversee daily filling and packaging operations while guiding your team to deliver safe, compliant, and high-quality cannabis products. You’ll take ownership of daily operations and lead your team toward consistent, high-quality results by:   Lead a team of Packaging Technicians in daily production tasks such as filling, weighing, sealing, labeling, and packaging a variety of cannabis products   Ensure all work meets quality, safety, and compliance standards while maintaining accurate data, batch records, and inventory tracking in the state’s seed-to-sale system   Drive production metrics (quantity, quality, productivity) and manage shift performance from startup to shutdown   Troubleshoot and resolve equipment or process issues, ensuring tools are clean, calibrated, and ready for use   Train, coach, and support team members to uphold SOPs, GMP, and safety best practices   Partner with cross-functional teams to meet production schedules and workflow goals   Support sanitation, biosecurity, and workplace safety initiatives such as the 5S program   Conduct quality checks throughout the process to ensure each product is properly labeled, sealed, and packaged for compliant storage   What You’ll Bring:     Experience leading or mentoring a team in a fast-paced production or manufacturing environment   You have clear and calm communication skills with strong attention to detail and organization   The ability to follow production plans, adapt to shifting priorities, and meet deadlines   A mechanical mindset with the ability to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot filling, sealing, and measurement equipment   Comfort working with weights, measurements, and equipment calibration   A dependable, honest, and collaborative approach that supports team success   A proactive work ethic and a willingness to learn, grow, and continuously improve   You have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent    Physical Requirements     Ability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods of time (8-10 hours per shift)    Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and occasional lifting of heavier items with assistance    Frequent and repetitive use of hands and wrists for extended periods of time    Repetitive bending, squatting, and reaching    Ability to climb ladders or step stools to access plants or equipment    Ability to use required PPE when required, such as masks, hair nets, beard covers, respirators, boot covers, scrubs, non-slip shoes, and Tyvek suits as necessary    Environmental Conditions     Exposure to environments with high humidity, varying temperatures, and strong odors (such as cannabis)    Exposure to soil, water, fertilizer, dust, pollen and plant pathogens    Exposure to cleaning solvents, such as high volumes of isopropyl alcohol    Exposure to loud noises, including but not limited to air compressors, packaging equipment, and alarms    Exposure to CO2 manufacturing procedures at OSHA approved CO2 levels    What We Offer: Health & Wellness •    Medical, dental, and vision insurance* •    Health Savings Account (HSA) and/or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)* •    Employee Assistance Program (EAP) •    Wellness program and challenges •    Gym discounts Financial Security •    401(k) retirement plan with company match •    Life and disability insurance* •    Supplemental Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Insurance* •    Commuter benefits* Time Off •    Paid time off (PTO) including vacation*, sick leave and holidays •    Parental leave •    Bereavement leave Additional Perks •    Employee discounts •    Recognition programs •    Pet insurance* *Available to eligible, full-time employees only.   Illinois Hiring Range $21.25 — $24 USD What We Offer: Career Growth Opportunities Competitive Pay and Benefits Generous PTO and Parental Leave 401(K) Retirement Plan Life/ Disability Insurance Community Involvement Referral Bonuses and Product Discounts Benefits vary by state, role type, and eligibility.   Follow us on Social Media:  Instagram: @curaleaf.usa Twitter:  @Curaleaf_Inc LinkedIn: Curaleaf LinkedIn Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (TSX: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf") is a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis with a mission to enhance lives by cultivating, sharing, and celebrating the power of the plant. As a high-growth cannabis company known for quality, expertise and reliability, the Company, and its brands, including Curaleaf, Select, Grassroots, Find, and Anthem provide industry-leading service, product selection and accessibility across the med