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MIPs Kitchen Technician

Company: Rodeo Cannabis Co.

Location: Sterling, CT

Job Type: Part-Time, 32 hours per week

Schedule: Multiple shift options available

Pay Rate: $18.00

Job Summary

Rodeo Cannabis Co. is a vertically integrated cannabis company with cultivation, manufacturing, and dispensary operations in Connecticut. We are hiring a MIPs Kitchen Technician to join our Marijuana Infused Products (MIPs) kitchen team at our Sterling, CT facility. The MIPs Kitchen Technician is responsible for producing high-quality cannabis edibles and infused products in a fast-paced, regulated production environment. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys precision, follows recipes with care, and takes pride in producing consistent, compliant products.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce cannabis infused products (gummies, edibles, and other MIPs) following approved recipes and formulations.
• Accurately weigh, measure, and mix ingredients - including cannabis oil, distillate, and other raw materials - to strict specifications.
• Operate commercial kitchen and production equipment safely and efficiently.
• Follow all recipes and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure batch-to-batch consistency.
• Maintain accurate batch records, ingredient logs, and compliance documentation.
• Uphold sanitation, food safety, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) at all times.
• Clean and sanitize workstations, equipment, and utensils throughout and at the end of each shift.
• Inspect finished products for quality, consistency, and appearance.
• Assist with raw material intake, storage, and inventory tracking as needed.
• Support the MIPs kitchen team with additional production and prep tasks as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail - recipes and measurements must be followed precisely.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, perform repetitive tasks, and work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Capable of repetitive bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Comfortable working with kitchen equipment, hot surfaces, and food-grade ingredients.
• Ability to follow strict standard operating procedures in a regulated cannabis environment.
• Strong sanitation habits and commitment to cleanliness.
• Reliable, dependable, and team-oriented work ethic.
• Must be 18 years of age or older per Connecticut cannabis regulations.
• Must successfully pass a background check as required by Connecticut cannabis industry compliance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a commercial kitchen, food production, or edibles/MIPs environment.
• ServSafe certification or equivalent food safety training.
• Background in regulated manufacturing (food, cannabis, or pharmaceutical).
• Familiarity with seed-to-sale compliance tracking systems such as Biotrack or METRC.
• Experience following batch recipes and maintaining production records.
• Prior experience with confectionery, baking, candy-making, or precision food production.

Note: We will train the right person with the right skills and attitude. Candidates who do not meet every preferred qualification are encouraged to apply.

What We're Looking For

• Precise and methodical - you follow recipes exactly.
• Clean and organized - you take pride in a spotless workspace.
• Calm under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Team-oriented and dependable.
• Committed to producing high-quality, safe, compliant products.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive pay: $18.00 per hour.
• Part-time schedule: 32 hours per week with multiple shift options.
• Hands-on role producing products that reach Connecticut consumers.
• Entry point into Connecticut's growing vertically integrated cannabis industry.
• Opportunity for growth and advancement as Rodeo Cannabis Co. continues to expand.
• Professional, compliant, and supportive work environment.

About Rodeo Cannabis Co.

Rodeo Cannabis Co. is a vertically integrated cannabis company operating cultivation, manufacturing, and dispensary facilities in Connecticut. Headquartered in Sterling, CT, Rodeo is committed to producing high-quality cannabis products that meet the strictest regulatory standards. We value reliability, hard work, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn.

Compliance Notice

Applicants must be 18 years of age or older as required by Connecticut state cannabis regulations. A background check is required for all positions as part of Connecticut cannabis industry compliance. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory background check results.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Rodeo Cannabis Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

How to Apply

If interested, please email your resume to tristan@rodeocannabisco.com. Please indicate the MIPs Kitchen Technician position in your message.

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