Packaging Tech - Theraplant

Position: Packaging Technician

Reports to: Production Manager

Schedule: Tuesday-Friday 7:30AM-5:30PM

Starting Pay: $17/hour

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Package and label dried flower, fill pre-rolls, portion concentrates, and package oils according to predetermined quotas and work orders.
• Operate sophisticated packaging equipment for sorting and packaging dried cannabis flower, pre-rolls, concentrates, and oils.
• Set up, operate, change over, break down, and sanitize packaging equipment.
• Report to the Packaging Manager and collaborate with the team to achieve daily packaging work order goals.
• Coordinate batch inventory and packaging materials.
• Case pack units for storage and shipment.
• Track and record each step of the packaging process, validating with equipment readings for consistency.
• Attend to any units rejected by the packaging equipment.
• Identify and report equipment malfunctions or deviations from standard operating procedures.
• Inspect and report any inconsistencies or issues with package labels.
• Record all activities throughout assigned work orders and update inventory logs.
• Audit labels to ensure proper format and compliance with state regulations.
• Operate equipment to print and apply labels to packages.
• Use a scale to accurately weigh products and track numbers.
• Maintain compliance with state regulations, company policies, and SOPs.
• Keep workstations clean and safe.
• Adhere to a full-time schedule with a consistent work ethic.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in cannabis packaging or related field preferred.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot sophisticated packaging equipment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment and meet daily quotas.
• Familiarity with state regulations governing cannabis packaging.
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods, lift/move heavy objects, and perform repetitive tasks.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to stand for an eight-hour shift. The employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk, and is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds, frequently lift and/or move 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include both close vision and distant vision.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.

American Disabilities Act:

Our company is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by providing equal employment opportunities and reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace.