Machine Production Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Village Farms International (Nasdaq: VFF) is a vertically integrated global leader in cannabis and plant-based consumer packaged goods, and sustainable innovation. As one of North America’s longest-standing produce operators built on decades of expertise, we’re a company where growers, innovators, and creators come together to shape the future of high performing plant-based brands, globally.

Joining Village Farms means joining a global team built on purpose, integrity, and ambition. Here, we grow people, ideas and possibilities.

The Opportunity

As part of our Production team, you will work in our manufacturing area maintaining and operating our sophisticated automatic Pre-rolls machinery, ensuring quality is met every step of the way. You are ready to help elevate our existing production and manufacturing practices so we can deliver exceptional products and experiences to our customers.

What You'll Do

Production

• Set up, operate, monitor, and tend sophisticated pre-rolls machines and perform all daily checklists of machinery required for machines functioning and operating to ensure safety and care for machines and personnel
• Load, unload, and assemble parts of different production machine equipment and perform daily in process cleaning
• Perform other pre-rolls production activities such as quality checking, packaging, and product labeling according to Cannabis regulations and Village Farms best practices
• Adhere to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Village Farms guidelines, procedures, and best practices
• Ensure that all work areas are clean and organized at all times, including adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Production Practices (GPP)

Collaboration

• Complete daily production reports and batch record entries following Village Farms procedures
• Work with Pre-rolls Supervisor regarding potential improvement opportunities in pre-rolls processes
• Enter inventory transfers and monitor inventory levels of raw materials and finished cannabis products in the ERP system, and notify Pre-rolls supervisor of any materials shortages or production downtime factors
• Perform minor troubleshooting, minor machine repair, and basic preventative maintenance when needed and partner with our Facility Maintenance team in resolving issues
• Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Pre-rolls production area
• Work with different teams to ensure products are processed in a timely manner following Village Farms procedures and best practices

Safety

• Know, understand, and follow all safety protocols and lead by example in fostering a safe working environment
• Operate production equipment and machinery in accordance with Health & Safety guidelines and best practices
• Ensure timely escalation of all safety concerns on the production floor

OTHER DUTIES

At Village Farms, we are all growers at heart. Our plants and processes require in-person care and attention to ensure we’re bringing the best our plants and people have to offer to our consumers. This means other duties may arise since we work together to ensure we support all business activities – seed to sale.

This role is on-site, which requires you to work in Village farms facility at all times in an operating role or directly supporting operations.

The scheduled shifts and hours for this role is as follows: Monday-Friday, from 2:00 PM – 11:30 PM.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ year-experience in manufacturing, production, food processing or other fast-moving consumer goods industry required
• Adequate experience operating manufacturing and/or processing machines is an asset
• Ability to lift 30-40 pounds, work standing up for long periods and perform repetitive motions in a manufacturing environment
• Flexibility to work on different shift schedules as per as business needs
• Experience in pre-roll production with a Licensed Producer is an asset
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize duties to meet deadlines and can adapt to unexpected priorities
• Focused on careful, precise, and high-quality work
• Systematic and patient when approaching technical tasks; having strong attention to detail and accuracy is essential
• Independent, allowing for deep focus and uninterrupted work time
• Excellent communication, both verbal and written skills
• Knowledge and understanding of the cannabis life cycle is considered an asset
• Knowledge of Punjabi language an asset
• Champions Village Farms’ values and competencies
• Must have the ability to maintain and pass an RCMP criminal record check and obtain security clearance.

Life at Village Farms

We believe It Takes A Village ® and we mean it.

It shows up in how we support each other, how we innovate, and how we win as a team.

Our values guide every decision we make:

Versatility | Innovation | Leadership | Loyalty | Accountability | Grit | Entrepreneurship

What you do here matters - to our people, our products, and the customers we serve.

We’ve got you covered with company-paid comprehensive benefits and education assistance to support your growth.

Ready to Grow With Us?

If you want to be part of something that has real impact - we’d love to meet you.