Job Title: Trimmer
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Pay Rate: $17.80/hour (increasing to $18.47/hour in Los Angeles effective July 1st)
We are currently hiring experienced cannabis trimmers only to join a growing cannabis operation in Los Angeles, CA. This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly expanding team with long-term growth potential as operations continue to scale across multiple retail and cultivation locations.
This position requires strong trimming experience, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment. Candidates must be comfortable handling multiple strains and maintaining strict organization and quality standards throughout the trimming process.
Schedule & Availability Requirements:
Candidates must have Monday–Sunday flexibility
Employees will be guaranteed 40 hours per week
Must be available to work at least two weekends per month
Weekday Schedule: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Weekend Schedule: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Production Expectations:
Trimmers should be able to trim 5 pounds per day immediately upon starting
Candidates will be expected to ramp up production to approximately 14 pounds per day by the end of 60 days
Responsibilities:
Perform detailed hand touch-up trimming after flower has gone through machine trim
Maintain high-quality trimming standards while meeting production goals
Identify and separate different cannabis strains accurately
Handle cannabis products carefully and compliantly
Maintain a clean and organized workstation
Follow all company safety and compliance procedures
Work collaboratively with team members and supervisors in a fast-paced environment
Qualifications:
Previous cannabis trimming experience required
Ability to meet daily production expectations
Strong attention to detail and quality control
Ability to identify different cannabis strains and separate products correctly
Reliable transportation and strong attendance record
Ability to stand or sit for extended periods
Positive attitude and ability to work efficiently within a team environment
Why Join Us?
Guaranteed full-time hours
Opportunity for long-term growth as the department expands
Work with an established cannabis company with multiple retail and cultivation facilities
Gain hands-on experience within a rapidly growing cannabis operation
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 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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