Charlies Packaging Associate

Sonoran Roots; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonoran Roots in Tempe, AZ is hiring for a Cannabis Packaging Associate to prepare and package products in compliance with state regulations. You will weigh, label, and pre-pack pre-rolls, maintaining clean conditions and accurate dosing in a high-paced environment.

The role requires a high school diploma, 21+ age, and ability to pass background checks. Base pay is $16.50/hour, with full-time, non-exempt status and the potential for growth within a craft cannabis company.

Qualifications

• Ability to fill, pack, and twist pre-rolls to standards.
• Experience using precision scales for dosing.
• Knowledge of labeling, batch tracking, and packaging regulations.
• Familiarity with pre-roll machines or hand-rolling techniques.
• Maintain uniform size, weight, and quality of pre-rolls.
• Identify and remove defective products before packaging.
• Apply labels accurately and verify compliance information.
• Communicate production issues with supervisors and team.
• Adapt to workflow or product specification changes.
• Prior packaging/manufacturing/cannabis industry experience is a plus.
• Must be 21+ and pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Weigh, sort, and package cannabis products according to company specifications.
• Label and seal products accurately while following compliance guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment.
• Follow all state regulations and company policies regarding cannabis handling.
• Work efficiently to meet daily production goals and deadlines.
• Assist with inventory management and product tracking.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth workflow and quality control.

Skills

Pre-roll filling

Quality control

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Sanitation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Precision scales

Pre-roll machines

Job description

• Base Pay $16.50 / Hour
• Employee Type Full-Time Non-Exempt
• Required Degree High school

Description

ABOUT THE POSITION:

The Charlies Packaging Associate member is responsible for preparing and packaging cannabis products in compliance with company standards and state regulations. This role ensures that products are accurately weighed, labeled, and prepped for final packaging while maintaining cleanliess and efficiency in the pre-roll environment.

Requirements

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Weigh, sort, and package cannabis products according to company specifications.

• Label and seal products accurately while following compliance guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment.
• Follow all state regulations and company policies regarding cannabis handling.
• Work efficiently to meet daily production goals and deadlines.
• Assist with inventory management and product tracking.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth workflow and quality control.

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

Ability to efficiently fill, pack, and twist pre-rolls according to company standards.

• Experience using precision scales to ensure accurate dosing and consistency.
• Understanding of state regulations regarding labeling, batch tracking, and packaging.
• Familiarity with pre-roll machines or hand-rolling techniques.
• Ensuring uniformity in pre-roll size, weight, and quality.
• Identifying and removing defective products before packaging.
• Accurately applying labels and verifying compliance information.
• Effective communication with supervisors and team members regarding production issues or quality control.
• Adaptability to changes in workflow or product specifications.

Additional Qualifications (Preferred):

High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).

Prior experience in packaging, manufacturing, or cannabis industry is a plus.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.

Must be 21+ and able to pass required background checks.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This role requires the ability to stand or sit for extended periods, perform repetitive hand and arm movements, and frequently bend or stoop. The employee must also be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds. THe position is performed indoors, typically in a cooler environment, and requires the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to maintain safety and compliance standards.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

License/Certification:

Facility Agent (FA) card (required to start work)

Summary

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, Flagstaff, Tucson, Tempe/Mesa, Mesa, Queen Creek, Phoenix). Our family of brands is well known for quality in the Arizona market and includes Sonoran Roots Cannabis, Canamo Concentrates, and Ponderosa Dispensary.

• "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 dignity

O : Open-Mindedness - Be willing to listen to other ideas and consider alternative solutions

O : Opportunity - look at any obstacle as the means to creating possibility

T : Teamwork - the whole is greater than the sum of the parts

S : Sincerity - take pride in your work and be mindful in how your actions impact others