Actively Seeking a New 21+ Panda! đŒ
Cannabis Processing Lead | Full-Time | Location: Spokane Valley, WA
Who Are We?
Founded in 2014, Phat Panda is where innovation meets passion, and cannabis culture thrives. Weâre a leader in the industry with operations across California, Washington, and Massachusetts, and weâre proud to deliver high-quality, sustainably sourced products that our customers love.
Weâre more than just cannabisâwe're a community, a family, and a place where your growth matters as much as our plants.
Why Work for Us?
Joining Phat Panda means stepping into a culture thatâs as vibrant and rewarding as our product lineup:
đ± Catered Meals TuesdayâWednesday (local favs like Island Food Truck, Panda Express & Atilanoâs)
đ„Ż Bagel/Donut Bar Mondays
đ± Monthly Q&A Samples â Try what we grow!
đ° Quarterly Raises â Every full quarter of employment
đ§ Employee Assistance Program â 24/7 confidential mental health support
đ Consistent Weekly Schedules â Because work/life balance matters
đŽ 40 Hours of PTO â Added after 6 months for full time employees
đ Full-Time Benefits â Medical, dental, vision, life, accident insurance after 90 days
Final Inspection Lead â Spokane Valley, WA
Pay:
$17.13/hour (training)
$18.13/hour (after training)
Join Our Team
Weâre looking for a detail-driven Processing Lead to ensure every product leaving our facility meets the highest quality standards. In this role, youâll lead a small team, oversee final product checks, and play a key part in delivering accurate, high-quality orders to customers.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy leading others, and take pride in precisionâthis is a great opportunity to grow with us.
What Youâll Do
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily execute the essential duties listed below. Reasonable accommodations may be made where appropriate.
Team Leadership & Oversight
- Partner with supervisors to oversee department crew members
- Delegate daily and weekly tasks
- Track attendance, breaks, and production rates
- Provide coaching, training, and performance feedback
- Train and evaluate new team members, including inspectors, through practical and written assessments
- Communicate personnel updates and recommend disciplinary actions, schedule adjustments, or role changes
- Oversee pre-roll production to meet quality and output targets
- Track order fulfillment, pull product, and manage inventory using tracking systems
- Evaluate sales projections and menu templates to build appropriate backstock
- Verify final box counts and ensure accurate labeling and order preparation
- Perform and oversee quality control inspections on all outgoing products
- Ensure all products meet company and regulatory standards before shipment
- Monitor final inspections prior to loading for delivery
- Communicate with drivers regarding delivery status and schedules
- Assist with loading trucks and ensure carts are prepared according to SOPs
- Ensure accuracy and readiness of all outgoing shipments
- Regularly review emails, Basecamp, and internal communication platforms for updates
- Attend lead meetings and contribute to operational planning
- Complete and submit daily end-of-shift reports
- Provide clear shift-to-shift handoff communication
- Maintain and ensure proper working condition of equipment and machinery
- Maintain a clean, organized workspace and hold team members accountable for cleanliness standards
- Assist with Research & Development projects as assigned
- Support other departments as needed
What Weâre Looking For
Must be 21+ years old
High school diploma or equivalent
Strong attention to detail and ability to stay focused on repetitive tasks
Basic computer skills (spreadsheets, tracking systems)
Leadership or team coordination experience preferred
Washington State Food Worker Card required
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand or sit for extended periods
Lift and carry up to 25â30 lbs
Perform repetitive hand tasks and maintain attention to detail
Comfortable working in a production environment with noise, dust, and odors
Why Youâll Love This Role
Clear path from training to higher pay
Opportunity to lead and mentor a team
Hands-on role with real impact on product quality
Fast-paced, team-oriented environment