Job description

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Department: Post Harvest

Reports to: Director of Post Harvest

FSLA Status: Exempt

About Us

Common Citizen is proud to be a Michigan-based cannabis company committed to changing the social stigma that prevents people from enjoying the greater quality of life that cannabis can provide. Our company is founded on two principles: ‘cannabis for humanity’ and ‘change for the better’. ‘Cannabis for humanity’ meaning we put people first in everything we do – from our safe, high quality cannabis plants to our world-class customer experience to our caring workplace environment. ‘Change for the better’ meaning that we have an insatiable desire to make ourselves, our product and our team experience better each and every day. In fact, we are working hard to become and be recognized as a Great Place to Work Best Workplaces in the USA.

About This Role

Every position at Common Citizen from seed to sale, is contributing to our mission to serve our fellow citizens of Michigan with the highest quality, safest cannabis product through our highly individualized and education-oriented provisioning centers.

The Manufacturing Process Engineer is a subject matter expert responsible for developing engineering solutions in support of production operations. They are a key part of the Operations Technical Staff, and they work on priority projects and initiatives: from fertigation and grow room production to post harvest trim and product packaging. Involvement will start in the design phase of new programs until production stabilizes. This is a dynamic environment requiring dynamic skills, and as such the daily tasks may vary, resulting in a fast-paced and lively work environment. Citizens rely technical staff for support, quality control, Lean Deployment, and plant care.

Responsibilities

Outlined below is what we see you doing at this point in time. We are a fast-growing company looking for people that are excited to grow along with us.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

· Assuring work tasks within their assigned responsibilities are executed per the Standard Work with high degree of Safety, Quality and Regulatory Compliance

· Design assembly processes, tools, and equipment that are efficient and maintainable.

· Project manage the implementation of production equipment throughout the facility through our equipment introduction process.

· Perform as Subject Matter Expert in all aspects of Manufacturing Engineering Technologies and Methods

· Support Tier 1 Huddles and help promote our CC Lean Management System. (i.e., Standard Work, Time Studies and Standards, Poke-Yokes, etc.)

· Collaborate with all Citizens in improving on their daily tasks, assure proper plant quality Standards and training.

· Participate in Lean Kaizen events, Time Observation Studies, and Safety Committees

· Analyze downtime data and production data to identify priority projects, processes causing downtime, or trends in overall performance.

· Communicate with clarity and consistency to maintain a positive and progressive team atmosphere.

· Provide timely and professional feedback to Leadership on Quality & Safety concerns.

· Perform other duties as required, assisting the Operations Director when necessary.

The Experience You Bring and the Skills we Need:

· Degree in Engineering/Technology with 3 plus years’ experience. Experience in equipment and production process prototyping; tool/fixture design, machining, and assembly methods. PLC and Programming experience a plus

· Must be proactive problem solver, able to influence others in a professional and courteous manner, encourage Lean Thinking and Continuous Improvement

· Must have strong attention to detail and hold themselves and others accountable to Quality Standards of Work. Solid communication and documentation skills.

· Must have Microsoft Word, Excel and CAD/CAM skills. Some Advanced Programming experience is helpful but not required.

· Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

· Ability to communicate using electronic media such as Slack and Outlook Email.

· Problem solving skills.

· This is a dynamic team, and as such daily tasks may vary, resulting in a fast-paced and lively work environment.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to sit for long periods of time.

• Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.

• Reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.

• Must be able to stand for the duration of the shift.

• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

• Comfortable working in a greenhouse environment (tolerance of heat & humidity).

Why You’d Love This Role

You have:

· A high level of professionalism and believe in our founding principles: “Cannabis for humanity” and “Change for the better”. As such, you enjoy being involved in the community and being a steward for the company and the positive change that we believe in.

· A passion for providing the residents and visitors of Michigan with the highest quality and safest cannabis products in the state.

· A desire to change the social perception of cannabis and a passion for humanity.

· A constant desire to learn new skills and believe in continuous improvement, both personally and professionally.

· Value integrity and honesty and want to bring those values to the cannabis industry.

· Enjoy being part of a team and sharing your skills with your fellow citizens.

· An appreciation for all stages of the production cycle of cannabis, including harvesting, trimming and processing.

· An awareness of the contamination risk between a commercial and home grow, and thus can commit to not operating a home grow while working with us in the greenhouse.

We offer:

· Medical, Dental, Vision benefits active first of the month following your first day of employment.

· Paid time off.

· Employee discount.

· Employee sponsored life insurance.

· Employee assistance program.

· 401K & 401K matching.

Common Citizen is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an environment of mutual respect for all people. If you are a member of an equity group, you are encouraged to self-identify, on your application, cover letter or resume.

***Must be at least 21 years of age as required by the Cannabis Regulatory Association**

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

Work Location: One location

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