Kitchen Level I

Job Title: Level I Kitchen Citizen

Department: Processing

Reports to: Kitchen Lead

FSLA Status: Non-Exempt

Shift: 1st shift Monday – Friday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

About Us

Common Citizen, a Michigan-based cannabis company, is dedicated to reshaping perceptions around cannabis and enhancing lives through our principles of 'cannabis for humanity' and 'change for the better.' Prioritizing people in all aspects, from cultivating high-quality cannabis to providing a world-class customer experience, we embody a commitment to continuous improvement. As we aspire to be recognized as a Fortune Magazine 'Best Company To Work For,' our family of brands also includes 8 cannabis retail stores serving their respective local communities under 4 brands – LIV Cannabis Co., Pure Lapeer Canna, Xplore Cannabis, and Cannavista Wellness, creating a seamless network where we are all one. Join us at Common Citizen for a collaborative and inclusive journey, anchored in the principles of 'cannabis for humanity' and a commitment to positive change.

About This Role

Every position at Common Citizen from seed to sale, is contributing to our mission to serve our fellow citizens of Michigan with the highest quality, safest cannabis product through our highly individualized and education-oriented provisioning centers.

In this role, you will be a key player in supporting the production of our infused edibles. You will have the opportunity to grow and learn with an amazing team in this quality-driven department. The Level 1 Kitchen Citizen will assist with support for daily production and packaging of edibles. This includes but is not limited to demolding, sugaring, cleaning, quality control, packaging, and master packing our final products.

Responsibilities

Outlined below is what we see you doing at this point in time. We are a fast-growing company looking for people that are excited to grow along with us.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Basic understanding and knowledge of how to properly use and maintain all equipment in the kitchen.
• Responsible for medicating products properly.
• Assists with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of the kitchen.
• Follow all GMP and Q/A processes in the facility.
• Strictly follow department SOP’s, batch records, production logs, and associated forms/documents.
• Assist in the implementation of Edible Kitchen systems and SOPs.
• Maintain relevant training as new products are introduced.
• Ensures all paperwork has been completed daily and turned into department manager.
• Flexibility – this is a unique process, and we are working every day to improve and become more efficient.
• Ability to be cross trained in both production and packaging.
• Custodial duties as assigned.

The Experience You Bring and the Skills we Need:

• 1-2 years of kitchen production experience preferred. Packaging experience may be considered in lieu of kitchen production experience.
• Familiarity with MS Office.
• Familiarity with cannabis or cannabis-infused products.
• Ability to work with a team and have a sense of urgency.
• The position may not stop for a regular lunch at 5 hours due to the cooking schedule.
• Ability to accurately follow recipes and measurements.
• Ability to be trained in various activities, machines, and systems.
• Ability to do monotonous activities without making errors.
• Detailed-oriented mindset with a focus on efficiency, quality, and sanitation.
• Problem solving skills.
• Basic math skills.
• This is a dynamic team, and as such daily tasks may vary, resulting in a fast-paced and lively work environment.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time.
• Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Why You’d Love This Role

You have:

• A high level of professionalism and believe in our founding principles: “Cannabis for humanity” and “Change for the better”. As such, you enjoy being involved in the community and being a steward for the company and the positive change that we believe in.
• A passion for providing the residents and visitors of Michigan with the highest quality and safest cannabis products in the state.
• A desire to change the social perception of cannabis and a passion for humanity.
• A constant desire to learn new skills and believe in continuous improvement, both personally and professionally.
• Value integrity and honesty and want to bring those values to the cannabis industry.
• Enjoy being part of a team and sharing your skills with your fellow citizens.
• An appreciation for all stages of the production cycle of cannabis, including harvesting, trimming and processing.
• An awareness of the contamination risk between a commercial and home grow, and thus can commit to not operating a home grow while working with us in the greenhouse.

We offer:

• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits active first of the month following your first day of employment.
• Paid time off.
• Employee discount.
• Employee sponsored life insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• 401K & 401K matching.

Common Citizen is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an environment of mutual respect for all people. If you are a member of an equity group, you are encouraged to self-identify, on your application, cover letter or resume.

**Must be at least 21 years of age as required by the Cannabis Regulatory Association**