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If you want to show up everyday and significantly contribute to a team dedicated to creating some of the greatest and highest-quality cannabis products in the world, you've found the right company!

Lion Labs originated in Michigan in 2019 as a licensed processor for Recreational and Medical cannabis-based products. Since inception, Lion Labs has brought leading brands to market across several categories, with increased focus in Total Wellness (SUNO) and Edibles (Potpots, Pixils). In 2024, those brands expanded to the Arizona licensed market via a subcontractor relationship with Sonoran Roots. Sales and distribution have continued to grow vigorously across Arizona cannabis retailers!

Top performers at Lion Labs have a strong work ethic, team-based mindset, and a motivation for personal and professional development. The Leadership Team is focused on growing from within which creates incredible career growth opportunities.

The Production & Packaging Technician will report directly to the Facility Leader in Tempe AZ. In this role, they will support the production leads for the SUNO, Potpots, and Pixils brands, receiving vital training for those processes. This is a hands-on role on the production floor, working alongside a tight-knit team to package, label, and prepare finished goods that meet Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) standards and our internal quality benchmarks.

Success in this role will be defined by meeting or exceeding standard expectations for punctuality, reliability, and dependability. This person will also work with the appropriate process leaders to align on performance targets for productivity and efficiency across the various product lines being supported. There is also an opportunity for expanded production responsibility, so a willingness and interest to learn is key to success.

Starting pay for a full-time role is $18 per hour, with experience base a key factor in the rate. Lion Labs is always open to discussion in this respect as well.

General Job Expectations:

• General structure is Monday to Friday, 8hr shifts, with flexible start times
• Reliable attendance and punctuality based upon established shift
• Responsible for preliminary and final packaging for full Lion Labs Brand portfolio, meeting hourly/daily productivity targets established by product category
• Edible packaging includes, but not limited to: Mylar package filling/labeling,
• Bottle/Tin filling/labeling, and Case Pack preparation
• Edible production includes, but not limited to: Support of panning equipment for initial production/dosing, support of panning line for coating/coloring/flavoring
• SUNO packaging includes, but not limited to: Counting Tablets to Fill/Cap Bottles, Labeling various packages, either manually or using automated labelers, Filling of Syringes and Tinctures, Compliance Labeling, Case Pack preparation
• SUNO production includes, but not limited to: Formulation and production of infused tablets, formulation of infused oil and concentrates
• Maintain accurate batch records, lot tracking, and production logs
• Operate and maintain packaging equipment; clean and sanitize equipment and work surfaces between runs
• Support inventory counts of raw materials, packaging items, & finished goods
• Follow all AZDHS, Sonoran Roots, and OSHA requirements; flag any compliance, quality, or safety concerns immediately

Salary

Required Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be 21 years or older
• Must have or acquire an AZDHS Facility Agent Card
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to work on-site at the Lion Labs facility in Tempe AZ
• Ability to stand for full shifts, lift up to 50 lbs, and perform repetitive tasks with good manual dexterity

Desired Skills

• Professional Curiosity: Packaging will be the initial primary accountability, but an ideal candidate will be interested in learning the production tasks as well
• Communication: Great verbal communication skills. Receive constructive feedback from teammates and the company's leadership team
• Technology: Computer skills will be helpful as advanced tasks are trained/added
• Time management: Work diligently to meet objectives/goals. Show flexibility for tasks based on unforeseen changes to internal timelines with short notice.
• Knowledge of the cannabis industry and product categories
• Experience in a start-up/high growth company
• Comfort with fast-paced environment and excellent time management skills

About Lion Labs

Lion Labs is a licensed processor for Recreational and Medical cannabis-based products. The current roster of established brands includes Element (Premium Concentrates, Cartridges, and Infused PreRolls), Dream & Potdots (Culinary Edibles), and RISE (Total Wellness Infused Offerings), and Innovation is a key focus with new items launching regularly.

Since recreational-use was legalized in Michigan at the end of 2019, Lion Labs has grown the team 10x and continues to add more specialized roles. Top performers at Lion Labs have a strong work ethic, team-based mindset, and a motivation for personal and professional development. The Leadership Team is focused on growing from within which creates incredible career growth opportunities.

Benefits

• As a new organization in an emerging industry, Lion Labs benefits package continues to be expanded and improved. The Leadership Team is always open to reviewing requests that are important to current and prospective team members.
• Group Plan access for Blue Cross / Blue Shield, Medical / Dental / Vision
• 1-week vacation available after 30-day probationary period with an additional week available at 1-year service anniversary.

Equal opportunity employer