Pre-Production Assistant Manager

Sonoran Roots

  • Tempe, AZ
  • $45,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
  • Apply easily
Are you a natural leader with a passion for cannabis? Ready to take your career to the next level with a company that's growing fast and setting new industry standards? If you have a Facility Agent License and the drive to lead a high-performing team, Sonoran Roots wants YOU on our management team of trailblazers! Apply today and grow your future with us!Sonoran Roots is looking for a highly motivated and reliable individual to join our team as a Extraction Pre-Production Assistant Manager at our cannabis cultivation facility.ABOUT THE COMPANY:Sonoran Roots is a vertically integrated, craft cannabis company headquartered in Tempe, Arizona. As an independent and locally owned company founded by Arizona natives, Sonoran Roots maintains a focus on producing high-quality, clean, and compliant cannabis products for its customers.The company owns and operates three cultivation facilities (Mesa & Tempe), a state-of-the-art extraction lab (Tempe), and well-established retail dispensaries (Glendale, Chandler, Phoenix, Queen Creek, Mesa, Flagstaff, Tucson). Our family of brands is well known for quality in the Arizona market and includes Sonoran Roots Cannabis, Canamo Concentrates, and Ponderosa Dispensary.Achievements:
  • "Best Cannabis Vape" - Canamo - in the Best of Phoenix Readers' Choice 2024
  • "Best Dispensary for Service" - Ponderosa - in the Best of Phoenix Readers' Choice 2024
  • "Best Flower Brand" - Sonoran Roots - in the Best of Phoenix Readers' Choice 2024
Our Mission:Provide the most consistent, high-quality products and services to the patients, customers, and dispensaries of Arizona, while making a lasting, positive impact on employees and the community.Our Values:R: Respect - Treat people with appreciation and dignityO: Open-Mindedness - Be willing to listen to other ideas and consider alternative solutionsO: Opportunity - look at any obstacle as the means to creating possibilityT: Teamwork - the whole is greater than the sum of the partsS: Sincerity - take pride in your work and be mindful in how your actions impact othersABOUT THE ROLEThe Pre-Production Assistant Manager is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the daily operations of the extraction preparation department. This includes supervising team members, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and maintaining consistent quality across all pre-extraction activities. The Pre-Production Assistant Manager will also be hands-on with product preparation, sanitation, and documentation processes, while playing a critical role in enforcing standard operating procedures and supporting departmental goals.Job Duties & Responsibilities
  • Supervise and guide the Extraction Preparation team to ensure accurate and efficient execution of daily tasks.
  • Create and maintain extraction batches in the Extraction Life Cycle data, and Biomass Analysis spreadsheets.
  • Oversee proper handling of pre and post-extraction plant material and ensure all materials are processed with care and accuracy.
  • Enforce adherence to company SOPs and AZDHS regulations throughout all preparation activities.
  • Oversee cleaning and sanitation efforts in the Extraction Preparation room, freezers, and associated equipment.
  • Manage and maintain compliance in cannabis tracking procedures from preparation to disposal.
  • Monitor and document quality control measures to ensure product consistency, efficacy, and regulatory alignment.
  • Ensure all team members practice proper personal hygiene and wear the required PPE while performing production duties.
  • Oversee sanitation of all pre-production equipment and tools, including workspaces, utensils, containers, and storage racks.
  • Supervise and assist with weighing, labeling, packaging, and batch documentation processes.
  • Verify that all records and batch tracking data are completed accurately and clearly in accordance with regulatory and internal standards.
  • Provide training, support, and ongoing feedback to team members; participate in onboarding new employees.
  • Report equipment issues, supply needs, and process improvement opportunities to management.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications & Skills
  • Must be 21+ years old.
  • Basic Google Sheets Skills
  • Ability to obtain and maintain an AZDHS Facility Agent Card.
  • Attention to detail and ability and willingness to follow instructions.
  • Able to sit or stand for extended periods.
  • Reliable attendance and communication
  • Quick learner and willing to be coachable and flexible with work tasks.
  • Experience in the cannabis industry (formal or informal).
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
  • Ability to function well in a high-paced and, at times, stressful environment.
Preferred Experience & Education
  • HS Diploma or GED
  • General knowledge of cannabis and related products
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, and lift for extended periods (up to 8–10 hours per shift).
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs regularly.
  • Manual dexterity required for operating packing tools, and packaging materials with precision.
  • Ability to perform repetitive tasks with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Comfortable working in environments with varying temperatures, including walk-in freezers.
  • Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, masks, and hairnets.
  • Ability to work around strong odors.
  • Capable of maintaining focus and physical stamina in a fast-paced, production-driven environment.
Benefits:Additionally, all Full-Time Sonoran Roots employees receive:
  • Company-paid health insurance.
  • Annual performance and pay review.
  • Year-end bonus eligibility.
  • Monthly rewards points for free products at Ponderosa Dispensary, so you can sample what you are helping to promote.
  • Employee discount (25%) at Ponderosa Dispensary.
  • Accrued paid time off (PTO) policy.
  • Employee Referral Bonus - $250 if you refer someone who gets hired!! (conditions apply).
License/Certification: Must obtain and maintain an AZDHS Facility Agent Card to start work.Work Location: In person

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