Job Description

Job Title: Pre-Roll Machine Operator

Employment Type: Full-Time

Pay Rate: $20–25/hour (based on experience and aptitude)

About Us:

We're committed to precision, innovation, and quality in every product we deliver. As we expand our pre-roll production, we’re seeking a mechanically inclined, detail-oriented Pre-Roll Machine Operator to lead the operation of our RollPros joint rolling machine. This is a dynamic role that also supports other post-harvest functions such as trimming and packaging, during downtime in pre-roll production.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain the pre-roll machine to ensure optimal performance.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical issues during production.
• Perform regular calibration, cleaning, and repair of machine components.
• Assemble, disassemble, and inspect mechanical parts as needed.
• Document and track production metrics, downtime, and maintenance logs.
• Collaborate with the Post-Harvest team to support trimming, packaging, and fulfillment when pre-roll production is idle.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Ideal Candidate Background

Past Career Fields:

• Automation Technician
• Machinery Operator
• Automotive Technician

Traits:

• Strong mechanical aptitude and curiosity
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to troubleshooting
• Willingness to learn complex systems
• Adaptability to jump between pre-rolls and other post-harvest tasks

Technical Skills Required:

• Mechanical Systems: Confident in assembling/disassembling complex machinery.
• Pneumatic Systems: Understanding of dual-action cylinders, solenoid valves, and system flow.
• Electrical Systems: Basic troubleshooting using multimeters; low-voltage circuit experience a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience operating cannabis pre-roll machinery or other production equipment.
• Experience in cannabis post-harvest operations (trimming, packaging, etc.).
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and state compliance regulations.
• Mechanical Aptitude Test results (WTMA, RMA, or CAT) are a bonus.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive hourly wage ($20–25/hour, depending on experience)
• Potential for growth into a Lead Operator or Maintenance Tech role
• Benefits package available after the probationary period
• Training and certification opportunities

About Vangst:

Vangst is the cannabis industry’s hiring platform. Vangst helps cannabis companies find the talent they need to grow their business. From on-demand gig workers to trained & credential full-time employees, Vangst has built the industry’s go-to talent marketplace for all cannabis hiring. Vangst is proud to work with 1,200+ of the cannabis industry’s leading businesses.Since raising their seed round in 2018, Vangst has become one of the fastest growing companies in the cannabis industry and was recognized as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies.

Today, over 300,000 people have full-time jobs in the cannabis industry and this number is expected to triple over the next five years. Vangst is on a mission to fill every job in the cannabis industry. Vangst’s headquarters is in Denver, CO. Vangst is a Series B company and backed by Lerer Hippeau, Colle Capital, Level One Fund, Snoop Dogg’s Casa Verde Capital, and others.Vangst provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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