Lead Maintenance Technician

The Role

Responsibilities

• Training of new employees
• Implement retraining plans to ensure adherence to productivity and quality goals
• Lead daily communication meetings, including action item tracking
• Successfully mentor, train and develop strong team members, provide coaching in real time
• Direct the team - directing, scheduling & leading the team to complete daily, weekly, monthly and annual production goals
• Elevate employee issues regarding performance, attendance, etc. to direct manager and HR as appropriate
• Create a positive working environment
• Performs all duties in a safe manner, following Company work rules and policies
• Perform minor building, HVAC, plumbing, electrical and painting repairs, troubleshooting & preventative maintenance as necessary
• Assist in construction, preventative, routine, and breakdown maintenance and repairs on all equipment in the facility
• Perform routine filter cleaning and replacement activities on HVAC units and other equipment throughout the facility
• Maintain inventory of repair equipment and supplies
• Complete work orders as assigned
• Will develop an elevated level of knowledge concerning equipment in the facility
• Will develop & maintain knowledge of the facilities plumbing, electrical, irrigation, HVAC, and security systems
• Ensure compliance with all company policies & required training (Safety, Quality, Regulations, etc.)
• Responsible for unloading equipment deliveries when needed
• Perform other maintenance duties as requested
• Help create a positive environment by having a positive attitude and by being self-motivated.
• Research, evaluate and adapt to new methods, in order to meet or exceed goals, and or modify their technique/procedures based on all applicable laws
• Employees must exhibit personal hygiene and follow the health guidelines set forth by Green Thumb and the state while processing patient medicine.

Safety & Compliance:

• Must be able to perform essential functions of the role with extreme care and caution
• Ensure all employees have received department specific training
• Ensure compliance with GMP, biosecurity, sanitation or other quality and compliance requirements
• Ensure all company and state required record keeping is accurate and complete
• Ensure tools, equipment and machinery are maintained and calibrated as required
• Lead department inventory requirements
• Report and escalate quality concerns
• Be aware of hazards in the workspace
• Retain and understand department specific training
• Report safety incidents/ concerns and comply with follow-up actions
• Be compliant with area safety requirements, state regulations and PPE requirements
• Follow GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), biosecurity, sanitation or other quality and compliance requirements
• Perform record keeping accurately and completely as directed by a lead or supervisor
• Maintain and calibrate tools, equipment and machinery as directed by a lead or supervisor
• Report and escalate safety & quality concerns

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify and execute continuous improvement projects
• Partner with manager to elevate performance standards

Working Conditions:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform reaching, grasping, bending, stooping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions
• Must be able to repetitively climb ladders and/or stairs and work from elevated platforms
• Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time while maintaining focus
• Must be able to lift, carry, and balance up to 50 pounds AND must be able to do so with extreme care and caution when working with product
• Must be able to work in an environment that is 85+ degrees and 70% humidity for extended periods
• Must be able to work at heights
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment
• Work involves daily exposure to allergens (such as cannabis, tree nuts, and coconut oil).

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED; associates degree or certifications preferred
• 2+ years experience in maintenance or similar position preferred
• Basic knowledge of HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical and general construction/carpentry
• Effective time-management skills and ability to multi-task
• Highly knowledgeable with hand and power tools
• Highly motivated, self-directed, innovative, and able to work independently or among teams with keen judgement, common sense, and resourcefulness

Additional Requirements

• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
• Must possess valid state ID
• Must be able to obtain, and maintain, state badging requirements in order to work in in cannabis industry (requires background check and state review)

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