Manufacturing and Flower Technician

OVERVIEW

Are you passionate about sustainable agriculture? Do you want to work in the Vermont Cannabis industry? Good news - Sunset Lake Cannabis is hiring! Sunset Lake Cannabis is on a mission to provide Vermonters with sustainably harvested, sungrown cannabis. Our farm focuses on cultivating premium cannabis flower and crafting high-quality products while preserving the land and enriching our communities. Through a robust cross-training program, employees will gain the technical skills and product knowledge necessary to succeed in the Vermont cannabis industry. Manufacturing and Flower Technicians assist in all stages of cannabis production. As a small, independent, and flourishing company, employees often have the opportunity to participate in new product development. Sunset Lake Cannabis works hard to cultivate a supportive and mutually respectful workplace. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and strongly encourage people of color, women, non-binary folks, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those with protected class backgrounds to apply. We value the individuals we hire and strive to provide a positive work environment for everyone. This position is primarily based at our warehouse, but it also involves cultivation work in the fall. The warehouse and farm are both located in beautiful South Hero, Vermont.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Manufacturing and Flower Technicians will work in a small team to create various Sunset Lake Cannabis products. Some products you will assist in making and packaging include: Hand-trimmed cannabis flower! Prerolls and blunts! Vape carts! THC and CBD tinctures! CBD topicals! Gummies! Infused THC prerolls! Our production schedule involves various tasks that strike a balance between efficiency and task variety. Manufacturing and Flower Technicians will become experts in the entire process of turning raw materials into finished products. Your primary role will be indoors, assisting with the production of these products.

Additional responsibilities include:

Help implement existing strategies to increase team productivity Maintaining accurate internal records Following batch sheets and using our Standard Operating Procedures to properly create signature products We also offer opportunities for employees to develop specialized and independent projects. In the fall, Manufacturing and Flower Technicians will work at our farm, assisting with the harvest and processing of our annual crop of sungrown cannabis. This typically happens from September to late October. Our hand-harvest method involves working outdoors for 8-10 hr days in a group of 5-8 coworkers.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

Previous experience working in a fast-paced team environment. Hands-on experience in food service, catering, construction, landscaping, or in laboratory settings is valued. Must be able to maintain positive professional relationships with a diverse group of co-workers. Excellent time management and communication skills, with experience meeting deadlines and goals. Ability to do repetitive tasks for long periods of time without losing focus or productivity. Attention to detail is needed, as the ability to follow our Standard Operating Procedures is a must. Ability to learn from feedback & maintain a flexible outlook. The cannabis industry is constantly evolving. Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and engage in farm and warehouse work. Must be over 21 years of age. As required by the Vermont Cannabis Control Board, employees must complete a state and federal background check and have a valid state-issued ID. You do not need to have a clean record to work in this position, and individuals who have non-violent charges as a result of Cannabis/Drug prohibition are strongly encouraged to apply. .

Desired:

Experience operating equipment or working with machines, such as label applicators, filling machines, capping machines, and more. Previous warehouse, manufacturing, or production experience. Experience with manual labor, including but not limited to farming, gardening, cannabis, or hemp cultivation.

Schedule:

40 hrs/week, Monday - Friday, 9 am - 5 pm

Compensation and Benefits:

$22/hr with ability to negotiate after 90 day probationary period, 10 days of Paid Time Off, 9 Paid Holidays, 401k eligibility after 1 year,

Employee Discount, Product Samples Application Timeline:

Applications will close on June 12th, 2026

To Apply:

Email your resume to Lex, Deputy Director of Operations ( operations@sunsetlakecannabis.com ), along with three professional references and a short paragraph explaining why you are a good fit for this position. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other factors protected by law.

Pay:

From $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Employee discount Paid time off Store discount People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person