Edibles Packaging Technician

Savvyherb; Hagerstown, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Mental health support

Flexible PTO

EAP

Parental leave

401(k) with company match

Pet insurance

Employee discounts

Recognition program

Disability & life insurance

Job summary

TerrAscend in Hagerstown, MD is hiring a Full-Time Packaging Technician to support daily packaging and processing in a cannabis production environment. You will assist in maintaining packaging and labeling equipment, follow strict quality, safety, and regulatory standards, and help with inventory and data records.

The position is on-site with a M-TH 6am-4:30pm schedule, offering comprehensive health coverage and robust benefits.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in a Manufacturing, Production, or Assembly environment.
• 1–2 years in a Distribution environment is a plus.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong mathematical skills with units of measure.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Docs.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to daily packaging schedules to meet quality and efficiency goals.
• Verify work areas are clean and in good condition.
• Maintain and ensure packaging and labeling equipment are operating properly.
• Operate and calibrate automated and manual filling machines and scales.
• Perform processing with strict quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Update production data and records accurately.
• Cross-train other packaging line operators.
• Assist with inventory counts of packaging components and finished products.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Packaging

Attention to detail

Mathematical skills

Computer skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Docs

Job description

• TerrAscend is a company in the cannabis industry that focuses on cultivating top-tier cannabis products for both medical and adult use.
• They are looking to hire a Full-Time Packaging Technician at their Hagerstown, MD facility.
• The role involves adhering to daily packaging schedules, maintaining equipment, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Benefits for this role include comprehensive health coverage, mental health and wellness support, flexible paid time off, and more.

At TerrAscend, we don’t just grow cannabis — we grow possibility. Whether it's cultivating top-tier flower, supporting patients with trusted therapies, or crafting premium products for adult use, we’re here to elevate lives. As a trailblazer in the cannabis industry, our roots run deep and our sights are set high. If you're ready to shape the future of cannabis with a team that believes in quality, care, and community — let’s grow together.

Sound like weed be a good fit? Here’s where you come in.

Our next F ull-Time Packaging Technician will be a key player in production and will assist in the execution of processing and packaging activities in a cannabis production environment. They will support the maintenance of various packaging and manufacturing standards as well as coordinate the opening of the operation and closing of the department daily with the department manager.

Where you’ll be planted

This position will be on-site in our Hagerstown, MD facility. Position Schedule M-TH 6am-4:30pm

To be blunt, this role will be about:

• Adhere to daily packaging schedules to ensure attainment of quality and efficiency goals.
• Verify working areas are clean and in good working order.
• Maintain and Review packaging and labeling equipment/tools are operating properly.
• Operate and calibrate both automated and manual equipment including filling machines and scales.
• Perform processing activities with strict attention to quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure packaging and labeling follow applicable legal and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Provide and accurately update production data and records.
• Cross-train other packaging line operators.
• Transport product to secure inventory areas.
• Contribute to continuous improvement process and work instructions.
• Ensure proper communication of tasks through shift changes.
• Assist with inventory counts of packaging and labeling components, finished products, and supplies.
• Adhere to safe chemical handling and disposal protocols defined by material safety data sheets (MSDS).
• Maintain a safe, orderly, and clean work area by sweeping, mopping, and cleaning as needed.
• Report any unsafe or hazardous work conditions to the Packaging Supervisor.
• Work all shifts as needed to complete critical tasks.
• Perform other duties as required.

To be successful in this role we know you’ll need:

• 1-2 Years of Experience in a Manufacturing, Production, or Assembly environment is a plus.
• 1-2 Years in a Distribution Environment is a plus.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Self-motivated to learn and improve.
• Strong mathematical skills with ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide various units of measure.
• Proficient in computer applications (Microsoft Office, Google Docs, Etc…).
• Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, constantly changing, team environment.
• Effectively communicate in English, both written and verbal.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply information from manuals, data sheets, or other documents.
• Must be compliant with all company and state regulations and requirements.

Perks Rolled Just for You (for Benefits-Eligible Roles)

- Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans available for employees and their dependents.

- Mental Health & Wellness Support – Access to the AI-powered Sabender platform, confidential counseling and life coaching through PAS, nutrition coaching, and discounts at Husk Fitness.

- Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) – Generous PTO to support work–life balance (availability may vary by state—ask your recruiter for details).

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for mental health, financial planning, legal matters, and more.

- Paid Parental Leave – Dedicated time to rest, recharge, and care for your growing family.

- 401(k) with Company Match – Save for the future with a 4% company match and immediate vesting.

- Pet Insurance – Affordable coverage options to keep your pets healthy.

- Employee Discounts – Exclusive savings at any of TerrAscend’s 39+ dispensary locations.

- Recognition Program – Earn points through peer-to-peer recognition and redeem for Amazon rewards or gift cards.

- Disability & Life Insurance – Company-paid protection for life’s unexpected moments.

This position requires working in an environment that has a high amount of plant matter and pollen. Areas of the facility reach high/low temperatures with high humidity levels. Employees may have exposure to conditions such as dust, plant matter, and particles that affect the respiratory system, eyes, or skin, depending on department job assignments. Employees are required to wear protective gear and have the option to wear eye and ear protection. Certain areas of the facility use harsh chemicals for cleaning such as bleach and can have repetitive movements. Employees should be comfortable and capable of working under all of the above conditions.

Physical Requirements:

- Able to push, pull, lift, or move a minimum of 50lbs

- Capable of sitting, standing kneeling, bending, squatting, and/or walking for extended periods of time

- Capable of using hands and fingers to touch, handle, feel and pick

- Ability to work with hazardous chemicals (butane, propane, etc.) following strict safety guidelines

- Utilize chemicals (such as bleach) to clean and maintain facility/equipment

- Must wear PPE (clothing protection), close-toed non-slip shoes, and optional ear/eye protection

As a condition of employment, a complete background investigation will be conducted based on the rules of the specific State in which the employee is hired. Typically, the state investigative process includes a state and federal background check.

EEO Statement

At TerrAscend, employees and applicants are evaluated based on their qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. TerrAscend is committed to assuring equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants.

TerrAscend is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy or related medical conditions, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, to include gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and gender identity, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and coworkers.

Disclaimer

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The list of job responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, and the like is not exhaustive, rather it is illustrative of the current essential functions required for the position.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. E-Verify Works for Everyone For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS.

Statement on External Recruiting Agencies

TerrAscend and all affiliates do not accept blind resume submissions from external recruiting agencies. No fee will be paid to agencies who submit candidates without being under contract for an active search with TerrAscend.

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