Production Quality Technician Västernorrlands län, Sweden

POSITION SUMMARY: The Quality Technician is responsible for performing daily verification activities to ensure that all raw ingredients, raw materials, packaging, and finished products comply with all applicable regulations and meet or exceed the customer’s expectations and to act when predefined standards are not met. This position will also help manage product quality tracking systems, state regulatory standards, internal and external audits, etc. The goal for this role is to ensure compliance with all Green Thumb policies and procedures, as well as applicable federal, state, county, and municipal laws, ordinances, and regulations. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Supports the Quality Department and ensures all employees understand and follow all standard operating procedures (SOPs). * Perform incoming inspections of materials received and ensure compliance with all specifications and requirements.  * Execute in-process and finished product sampling as required. * Conducts positive release of all finished goods, which includes review of in-process batch documentation, packaging, labeling, logbooks, test results against internal specifications, and other production paperwork as required. * Ensures good documentation practices are followed and all records are filed and maintained accordingly. * Assist with segregation, control, and disposition of non-conforming product. * Identify, recommend, and perform quality training as needed. * Ensure maintenance and control of production quality records. * Assist Quality Manager and production personnel in the investigation of root causes of quality incidents and non-conformances and assist with documenting and performing corrective and preventative actions. * Continually study the existing quality system and make recommendations for improvements. * Perform improvement projects as identified. * Monitors compliance to established current Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidance. * Expected to adhere to safe work practices, follow general GMP and food safety guidelines, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect product safety, product quality or personnel safety. * Maintain and foster a positive work atmosphere. * Perform pre-operation inspection and sanitation verification of production areas as required. * Perform allergen and environmental swabbing activities as needed. * Performs other duties as assigned. WORKING CONDITIONS * Work involves daily exposure to allergens (such as cannabis, tree nuts, and coconut oil). PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: * Associate degree in a related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience. * Prior experience in regulated industry in healthcare, medical devices, pharmaceutical, consumer packaged goods (food), or cannabis is highly desired. * Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Safe Quality Food (SQF) and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) experience is highly desired. * Strong experience with product sampling and inspection. * Must have the knowledge and skills required to work in a fast paced and challenging environment * Must be able to work variable day shifts dependent on business need * Ability to follow written procedures and monitor others for adherence to written procedures. * Ability to work independently, handle multiple tasks and problem solve effectively. * Exceptional computer skills in Microsoft® Office Suite (Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Publisher, Word). * Should have a solid understanding of the Cannabis laws, rules and regulations or a passion to further their understanding and knowledge of the industry and the laws. * Prior cannabis experience not required   ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS * Must pass all required background checks * Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry * Must possess valid driver’s license * Must be a minimum of 21 years of age * Must be approved by state badging agency to work in cannabis industry   Our Mission: To promote well-being through the power of cannabis. We’re humble—We prefer quiet confidence and don’t shout about our success. We’re hardworking—We put our heads down and get the job done. We’re grateful—Working in our industry is a privilege and an act of service. We’re transparent—Honest and open communication keeps us healthy as an organization. We’re collaborative—And believe good ideas can come from anywhere. We have a growth mindset—One that’s grounded in well-being.   At Green Thumb we believe that our corporate community should be a reflection of the communities we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity across race, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, experience, and thought—not only because it is right, but because it makes us better. Our mission—the right to wellness—informs our commitment to champion economic opportunities in communities disproportionately affected by the war on drugs through employment and community involvement. Green Thumb is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.   We can't wait to meet you.     As a Green Thumb team member, you will have access to excellent benefits and incentives including: * Health, dental, and vision insurance * Paid Time Off * Employee Discount * Mental Health Programs * 401(k) * Daily Pay * Supplemental Insurance * Perks Marketplace * Flexible Spending Account / Health Spending Account * And much more   The pay range is competitive and based on experience, qualifications, and/or location of the role. Positions may be eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program driven by organization and individual performance. Green Thumb Pay Range $20.50—$24 USD

Job Scope High level purpose of function. A Quality Technician leads product and process quality compliance in production line. This role is responsible for confirming key quality attributes of intermediate products and processes as well as identifying and responding to non-conformity issues in production. In addition, this role is responsible for analysing test material, incoming parts, product intermediates and finalized products for Production using a range of instruments. This role will work closely with production staff and Quality Engineers. A Quality Technician is responsible for ensuring that production processes and products meet internal and customers’ quality specifications as well as defining problems, recommending solutions and follows-up on improvements. Key Responsibilities Overall areas of responsibilities and activities . Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to)  : Lead day-to-day quality assurance activities in production ensuring that production/product quality specifications are met. Ensure control checks are completed according to control plan in defined time. Ensure robust start of production and coordinated quality handover between shifts. Ensure 5S in control and measurement areas and participate in improving 5S methodology and actions together with production team. Ensure documentation and record of product and process quality data and utilize these to improve processes. Potential to operate various measurement equipment such as a Karl Fischer, measurement by ruler or micrometre, microscopes, perform testing with measuring instruments, perform basic data analysis, interpret data and report data/results as instructed.   Interpret data and report data/results on yearly, monthly, and daily basis. Understand and execute the testing plans for material, incoming parts, product intermediates and finalized products.   Help identify problems with test material, analysis methods, and instrumentation.   Organize test results in the expected template and/or LIMS system and maintain control charts.   Be able to troubleshoot instrument on basic and advance problems and utilizing the help of suppliers or experts for more major issues.   Act on deviations and ensure coordination with customer processes. Ensure imminent containment activities and decision making in case of non-conformities and quality issues. Mentor less experienced personnel on practical aspects of the analysis methods such as sample preparation and running instruments.   Maintain the instruments to a high standard.   Ensure conformity of cleanliness requirements in process. Conduct Layered Product audit according to schedule. Contribute to improvement actions in area of responsibility. Complete supplementary tasks as seen fit by management to effectively utilize time and resource for the benefit of the business. Accountability/Authorization Budget responsibility: No Direct reports: No Work environment responsibility: No All employees are accountable for complying with safety regulations and actively supporting a safe workplace. Requirements Educational background and previous experience required for the role Qualifications and Experience Professional education (ideally in industry) is a plus. 2 years experience in manufacturing and 2 years experience in quality. Bachelor´s degree in a technical field is preferred but not required. Previous experience of quality control from automotive industry is preferred.   Familiar with Lean and Six Sigma concepts.  Familiar with SPC, FMEA, Quality troubleshooting tools and problem-solving methodology. Specific skills & Knowledge Specific knowledge of quality management systems, e.g. ISO 9001, IATF16949, TQM is preferred.   Excellent English skills, both written and oral, are essential. Basic Swedish and other language skills are a plus. You should have good communication skills and be able to work in close collaboration with colleagues from many different teams. High work ethic, critical thinking, and strong problem-solving skills are a must. This role requires the ability to stand for extended periods and perform work in controlled environments, including clean-rooms and dry-rooms, while wearing appropriate PPE. The role also requires working shifts and working in multiple process areas, according to business needs.