Manufacturing Associate Jobs in New Port Richey, FL

Position: Manufacturing Technician I

Reporting Location: Tampa, FL 33610 (Near Busch Gardens)

Schedule: 2nd Shift: Mon-Fri (2:45 PM - 11:15 PM); 1st Shift: (6:30 AM - 3 PM)

Key Responsibilities: Participating individually and in small teams for general manufacturing duties, such as dispensing, packaging, equipment breakdowns, moving products, inventory audits, labeling, sanitation, post-harvest processing, and other general duties around manufacturing as they relate to production.

Fluent is a premier medical cannabis company, with cultivation, processing and retail locations in Florida, Texas, Pennsylvania, and New York. Our purpose is to compassionately provide patients access to the highest level of medical cannabis in an unrivaled, professional healthcare environment with outstanding customer service. Patient care always comes first at Fluent and our standards, practices, and performance is unmatched.
We are looking for leaders who want to work alongside great talent and create a positive work experience for their team. We are focused on continuous improvements, which creates development opportunities, engaged feedback, and increased contributions towards our goals as a leader in the medical cannabis industry.

Find out more at www.getfluent.com. Follow us on LinkedIn.

ROLE SUMMARY
The Manufacturing Technician I supports the day-to-day manufacturing operations through the conversion of raw materials into finished products at a medical cannabis facility. The Manufacturing Tech I is responsible for ensuring their work meets all quality and efficiency standards. Activities may span the entire manufacturing cycle of cannabis products, from botanical preparation to final product packaging. The ideal candidate will excel in repetitious tasks, with expertise in food/pharmaceutical manufacturing, and a strong attention to detail. The role demands heavy amounts of documentation, and time management. Duties are completed individually and in small teams, under the indirect supervision of Manufacturing Technician IIs and department leads. The position is structured around a required training program and expected function.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
All candidates must be able to work in an environment with a safety culture. Extended periods of standing, bending, reaching, and high dexterity functions are required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, including but not limited to:

Participating individually and in small teams for general manufacturing duties, such as dispensing, packaging, equipment breakdowns, moving products, inventory audits, labeling, sanitation, post-harvest processing, and other general duties around manufacturing as they relate to production
Collaborating effectively with coworkers when assigned group work, and maintain a culture of continuous improvement as a cohesive team
Inputting documentation as required
Maintaining a clean and organized work environment
Maintaining an ability to execute techniques consistently
Maintaining compliance with worker protection standards (WPS)
Inputting documentation as required
Following state and company guidelines, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and food safety standards

QUALIFICATIONS
1-3 years working in a manufacturing environment
Interpersonal and communication skills
Adaptability for changes at last minute
Ability to work both in a team and independently
Ability to accurately follow multi-layered instructions

SKILLS / INTERESTS
Medical device or Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient manufacturing
Food safety
Strong attention to detail
Ethical Conduct
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Work in a safe, efficient manner, adhering to company safety policies
Basic written and verbal communication skills
Self-driven, hard working, and able to communicate effectively
High degree of flexibility, with a strong work ethic
Effectively manage time and meet all specified deadlines
Excellent organizational skills
Strong team player
Ability to climb, squat, bend, twist, and stand for long periods of time
Able to work in environment with varying temperatures

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position has no supervisory responsibility.

REQUIRED EDUCATON and EXPERIENCE
High School diploma or GED

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver license
Per state law, must be at least 21 years of age.
Must successfully complete a comprehensive background check.
Must pass a drug screening.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position operates in cultivation and manufacturing environments. This role routinely uses cultivation processing equipment and standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand for extended periods; walk; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms. Ability to work on desktop or laptop computer for extended periods of time reading, reviewing/analyzing information, and providing recommendations, summaries and/or reports in written format. Must be able to effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing. Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds. Regular and predictable
attendance is essential.

POSITION TYPE / EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
This position regularly requires long hours and frequent weekend work.

TRAVEL
Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.

OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or
responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any
time with or without notice.

AAP/EEO Statement
Fluent is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of race, color,
religion, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or any other classification
protected by law.

COMPANY BENEFITS
Fluent provides comprehensive benefits offerings to all full-time employees. Our benefits include medical, dental and
vision and supplemental insurance, paid time-off program and non-matching 401k plan

FLUENT participates in E- Verify to ensure a legal workforce. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to submit proof of such eligibility.
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.