Production lead

Job Title: Production Lead

Department: Production

Reports to: Production Value Stream Supervisor

Effective Date: 9/05/2025

Schedule : M-F 2:30 to 11:00pm

Company Overview: DreamFields is one of the top 5 cannabis companies in the industry through our leading #1 pre-roll brand, Jeeter. The company is passionate about producing world-class marketing, high-quality, innovative products, delivering unprecedented customer experiences, having cutting-edge operations, and curating an amazing company culture and thriving work environment. With over 1,500 employees, we are proud to be one of the most loved employers in the industry. The company continues to experience exponential month-over-month growth as one of the fastest-growing companies in the cannabis industry, and we have begun our aggressive national expansion to all the legalized cannabis states in the USA.

Job Summary:

The Production Lead is responsible for overseeing daily production operations, ensuring that all processes adhere to safety, quality, and productivity standards. This role involves leading a team of up to 50 employees, coaching and training staff, and ensuring compliance with company policies and GMP regulations. The Production Lead works closely with the Production Value Stream Supervisor to ensure smooth workflows, troubleshoot any production issues, and ensure that production goals are met. The ideal candidate has experience in managing production teams, is proficient in data entry and reporting through MS Excel, and excels in both communication and leadership.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Wear the appropriate PPE and uniform.
• Follow GMPs, sanitation, and safety procedures.
• Adhere to break schedules and report any policy breaches to the Supervisor or Manager.
• Coach and provide corrective actions to employees failing to meet quotas.
• Audit and report underperformance via email to the Supervisor or Manager.
• Ensure all direct reports maintain the required quality standards.
• Input data into appropriate spreadsheets daily.
• Train all new hires within the assigned production area.
• Oversee packaging operations to ensure products are packaged according to quality standards and production goals.
• Communicate effectively with the Supervisor to ensure smooth production operations, including feedback on goals, performance, quality, equipment, materials, and employees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• At least 21 years old (per state law).
• Experience working in assembly plants (cells or tables) assembling products.
• Proficiency in MS Excel for daily data entry and reporting.
• Ability to lead a team of up to 50 people.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills at all management levels.
• Ability to de-escalate situations quickly and effectively.

Education and Experience:

• HS Diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of experience in a leadership or supervisory role with direct reports.
• 1+ years of experience in training or coaching (preferred).

Physical Requirements:

• Must be capable of standing or sitting for long periods.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.

EEOC: DreamFields is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, please contact us at [email protected]. Our Human Resources team will be happy to assist you in making any necessary arrangements.