Curaleaf Holdings, Inc.
Lead Production Technician - Overnight Shift Litchfield - IL
Curaleaf Holdings, Inc., Litchfield, Illinois, United States, 62056
Litchfield - IL
At Curaleaf, we’re redefining the cannabis industry with a strong commitment to quality, expertise, and innovation. As a leading global cannabis provider, our brands—including Curaleaf, Select, and Grassroots—offer premium products and services in both medical and adult-use markets.
Join us at Curaleaf to be part of a high-growth, purpose-driven company that champions corporate social responsibility through our
Rooted in Good
initiative, supporting community outreach and positive change. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, drive innovation, and help shape the future of cannabis.
Job Details
Job Type : Full-Time; Non-Exempt
Shift : 6:00 pm - 5:00 am
Location : Litchfield, IL
Pay Rate : Starting at $21.25/hr.
Who You Are As a Lead Production Technician, you’ll oversee the filling and packaging operations of cannabis products such as vaporizers, RSO syringes, capsules, tablets, and concentrates. Your role ensures product integrity, operational efficiency, and adherence to safety standards. You are a hands‑on leader who drives productivity, supports team development, and collaborates across departments to meet operational goals.
What You’ll Do
Lead a team of Packaging Technicians in daily production tasks, including filling, sealing, packaging, and labeling cannabis products.
Oversee all lab product filling and packaging activities while ensuring compliance with regulations.
Manage inventory and ensure accurate record‑keeping for all products and materials.
Perform and guide team members in tasks such as:
Filling capsules, concentrates, syringes, and vaporizer cartridges.
Weighing, counting, sealing, and packaging products with precision.
Applying tamper‑evident seals and batch‑specific labeling.
Monitor and drive productivity metrics, tracking performance hourly and daily.
Train and mentor team members, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
Troubleshoot equipment and ensure all tools are maintained in a ready state.
Maintain compliance with state regulations, including product labeling and seed‑to‑sale tracking systems.
Implement and uphold continuous improvement initiatives like 5S and waste reduction practices.
Ensure workplace safety and sanitation standards are met at all times.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to align production with the demand plan and schedule.
What You’ll Bring
High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Strong work ethic, reliability, and honesty.
Excellent time management and organizational skills.
Effective communication and leadership abilities.
Attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.
Basic mechanical aptitude for operating and maintaining equipment.
Understanding of weight and measurement concepts.
Ability to follow and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Even Better If
You have hands‑on experience in a manufacturing or production environment is a plus.
You have experience leading a team of 12 or more employees in a manufacturing setting.
You bring Six or more months of experience in cannabis filling and packaging operations.
You have familiarity with compliance, product integrity, and safety protocols.
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted
Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time
Ability to occasionally climb ladder, crawl under low spaces
Ability to use computer/look at a screen for long periods of time
Ability to have close vision (able to read small print at 20 inches or less)
This position has allergen warnings - potential exposure to dust, pollen, and plant pathogens.
Benefits Health & Wellness
Medical, dental, and vision insurance*
Health Savings Account (HSA) and/or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)*
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness program and challenges
Gym discounts
Financial Security
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Life and disability insurance*
Supplemental Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Insurance*
Commuter benefits*
Time Off
Paid time off (PTO) including vacation*, sick leave and holidays
Parental leave
Bereavement leave
*Available to eligible, full‑time employees only.
Equal Opportunity & Disability Accommodation Curaleaf is an equal opportunity employer. Curaleaf recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Individuals adversely impacted by the war on drugs are encouraged to apply.
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At Curaleaf, we’re redefining the cannabis industry with a strong commitment to quality, expertise, and innovation. As a leading global cannabis provider, our brands—including Curaleaf, Select, and Grassroots—offer premium products and services in both medical and adult-use markets.
Join us at Curaleaf to be part of a high-growth, purpose-driven company that champions corporate social responsibility through our
Rooted in Good
initiative, supporting community outreach and positive change. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, drive innovation, and help shape the future of cannabis.
Job Details
Job Type : Full-Time; Non-Exempt
Shift : 6:00 pm - 5:00 am
Location : Litchfield, IL
Pay Rate : Starting at $21.25/hr.
Who You Are As a Lead Production Technician, you’ll oversee the filling and packaging operations of cannabis products such as vaporizers, RSO syringes, capsules, tablets, and concentrates. Your role ensures product integrity, operational efficiency, and adherence to safety standards. You are a hands‑on leader who drives productivity, supports team development, and collaborates across departments to meet operational goals.
What You’ll Do
Lead a team of Packaging Technicians in daily production tasks, including filling, sealing, packaging, and labeling cannabis products.
Oversee all lab product filling and packaging activities while ensuring compliance with regulations.
Manage inventory and ensure accurate record‑keeping for all products and materials.
Perform and guide team members in tasks such as:
Filling capsules, concentrates, syringes, and vaporizer cartridges.
Weighing, counting, sealing, and packaging products with precision.
Applying tamper‑evident seals and batch‑specific labeling.
Monitor and drive productivity metrics, tracking performance hourly and daily.
Train and mentor team members, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
Troubleshoot equipment and ensure all tools are maintained in a ready state.
Maintain compliance with state regulations, including product labeling and seed‑to‑sale tracking systems.
Implement and uphold continuous improvement initiatives like 5S and waste reduction practices.
Ensure workplace safety and sanitation standards are met at all times.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to align production with the demand plan and schedule.
What You’ll Bring
High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Strong work ethic, reliability, and honesty.
Excellent time management and organizational skills.
Effective communication and leadership abilities.
Attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.
Basic mechanical aptitude for operating and maintaining equipment.
Understanding of weight and measurement concepts.
Ability to follow and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Even Better If
You have hands‑on experience in a manufacturing or production environment is a plus.
You have experience leading a team of 12 or more employees in a manufacturing setting.
You bring Six or more months of experience in cannabis filling and packaging operations.
You have familiarity with compliance, product integrity, and safety protocols.
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted
Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time
Ability to occasionally climb ladder, crawl under low spaces
Ability to use computer/look at a screen for long periods of time
Ability to have close vision (able to read small print at 20 inches or less)
This position has allergen warnings - potential exposure to dust, pollen, and plant pathogens.
Benefits Health & Wellness
Medical, dental, and vision insurance*
Health Savings Account (HSA) and/or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)*
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness program and challenges
Gym discounts
Financial Security
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Life and disability insurance*
Supplemental Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Insurance*
Commuter benefits*
Time Off
Paid time off (PTO) including vacation*, sick leave and holidays
Parental leave
Bereavement leave
*Available to eligible, full‑time employees only.
Equal Opportunity & Disability Accommodation Curaleaf is an equal opportunity employer. Curaleaf recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Individuals adversely impacted by the war on drugs are encouraged to apply.
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