Job Description
At Curio Wellness, we empower people to thrive by adapting plant nature to human nature. We encourage our employees to Be Bold, by challenging the status quo & pushing boundaries, Be Exceptional, by delivering top-quality results & raising the bar, and Be Well, by prioritizing health & happiness, and make a positive impact.
The Processing Operator will be responsible for the blending and pre-batch operations for manufactured Dixie Brands and Curio Wellness products. This position reports to the Manufacturing Production Manager.
Please note:
This position involves working with plant material, which may include exposure to pollen, allergens, and other plant-related substances.
We recommend that applicants with known plant allergies or sensitivities consult with a healthcare professional before applying for this position.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Prepare products according to work standards and specifications to meet product quality and productivity standards in a GMP environment
- Set up and maintain clean and organized workstations, materials and equipment, and tools according to standard work layout and placement
- Adhere to and accurately complete/review production-related documents to meet the production schedule and customer service targets
- Ability to analyze processes to determine the next steps to be taken and to ensure all previous process steps are complete
- Communicate and document processes in a multi-task operation
- Perform 5S assignments to maintain a safe and clean workplace
- Restock inventory of production materials necessary to achieve daily production goals
- Count inventory as assigned to maintain inventory accuracy of raw materials, Work in Process, and Finished goods
- safely use equipment and instruments according to standard operating procedures
- Perform equipment preventative maintenance tasks as assigned and outlined in SOP’s
- Perform scale verification checks according to methods and frequency outlined in product specifications and SOP’s.
- End of shift cleanup: Including, but not limited to, mopping floors, wiping tables, cleaning utensils and other dishes and taking out trash.
- Maintaining accurate and reliable record keeping including hour by hour boards, batch records, inventory counting sheets, 5S sheets, data charts and all other pertinent information as assigned
- Work on special projects as assigned. Contribute to cross-functional brainstorming
- Escalate any problems to the Group Leader and/or the Production Manager.
- Maintain a positive and supportive work culture, with a focus on efficiency and productivity.
- Follow GMP standards and personal hygiene
- Able to work overtime as required
- Comply with all HR policies including confidentiality and non-disclosure
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The ideal candidate will embrace a mindset of Extreme Ownership, taking full responsibility for their contributions and driving positive outcomes.
- Food or Pharmaceutical processing experience in a production facility
- cGMP experience
- Some mechanical experience
- Familiarity with production documents
- Ability to follow established recipes
- Ability to use scales to weigh ingredients and seasoning
- PC proficient
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Responsible for helping others and providing on-the-job training or guidance. This position has no direct reports.
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
Curio Wellness is an Equal Opportunity Employer Curio Wellness is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Must be 21 years old.
Maryland: As a condition of employment, all Curio Wellness employees must comply with the State of Maryland requirements which includes providing a copy of your fingerprints in the required format and consenting to an FBI Background Check.
Starting hourly rate of $19-$20/hr.
Career Progression Plan - mapped out showing all the options & how to get there
Excellent benefits package including health, vision, & dental. Mental Health package free to all employees as of 2025
Opportunity to participate in 401K after first 3 months of employment
Generous employee discount at our Curio dispensaries, Far & Dotter locations
Opportunity to get your foot in the door to the fastest growing industry
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Shift work,