Packaging Technician

Terpenebeltfarms; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Terpenebeltfarms is seeking a Packaging Technician to handle post-production processing of all manufactured cannabis products. This role involves weighing, packaging, labeling, and recording accurate product data.

Applicants must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for long shifts, and work overtime when required. Proficiency with inventory software and Excel, plus strict adherence to SOPs, is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• High school diploma required.
• Experience in packaging and inventory a plus.
• Experience with inventory software and Excel a plus.
• Must have strong work ethic and be a team player.
• Detail oriented and self-motivated.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime a plus.
• Good verbal and written skills.
• Must adhere to MA. CCC hiring guidelines

Responsibilities

• Weigh, package, and label cannabis products accurately.
• Maintain forms and database for weight and counts.
• Prepare boxes and shipping containers for storage and shipping.
• Operate automated packaging machinery.
• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly audits of supplies.
• Communicate issues to the Lead Machine Operator.

Skills

Weighing

Labeling

Packaging

Inventory

Excel

Quality control

SOP adherence

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Inventory software

Excel

Job description

The Packaging Technician is responsible for the post-production handling of all manufactured products. Duties performed include the weighing, packaging, and labeling of all products from our facilities.

Pay range: $18 to $20 per hour

Required skills

• Weighing, measuring, sorting, labeling, and packaging cannabis products such as edibles, oil cartridges, lotions, roll-ons, topicals, tinctures, capsules, concentrates, flower, and pre-rolls for medical and recreational sale
• Create and apply labeling in accordance with product information, testing results, and other required information
• Maintain forms and database to precisely record weight, product count, and any relevant issues for all products
• Assemble, line, and pad boxes and shipping containers for finished product storage and shipping
• Accurately measure, weigh, and place/scoop products into containers, using hand tools and equipment
• Thoroughly clean equipment, hand tools, containers, materials, supplies, and work areas, using cleaning solutions in accordance with the relevant SOPs
• Responsible for operating a variety of automated sorting, batching, and packaging machinery
• Maintaining quality control by visually inspecting cannabis products and packaging to ensure consistency in product standards; ensuring labeling and product counts are accurate
• Inventory of cannabis products upon receipt and distribution to and from the department
• Assisting in the loading, unloading, and inventory of cannabis packaging, supplies and materials
• Adhering to production schedules
• Weighing and processing waste material in accordance with state regulations and company policies and procedures
• Cleaning and sanitizing packaging areas
• Preform daily, weekly, and monthly audits of packaging supplies when directed by the Inventory & Packaging Manager
• Effectively communicate any issues or constructive criticism with Lead Machine Operator

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds (100 pounds with assistance)
• Ability to stand for a full, eight-hour shift
• Fine motor skills and ability to use hands and fingers to precisely and accurately fill, package, and label products
• Close visual acuity in order to read fine print on product labels and equipment screens

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• High school diploma required
• Prior packaging and inventory experience a plus
• Experience using inventory software and Excel a plus
• Must have a strong work ethic and ability to work well on a team
• Must be detail oriented and self-motivated
• Ability and willingness to work overtime a plus
• Good verbal and written skills
• Must adhere to the MA. CCC hiring guidelines

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Desired skills

• Prior experience working within the cannabis industry
• High level of attention to detail
• Ability to work independently, accurately, and be flexible
• Has a motivated team player attitude

Preferred seniority

Overall: Entry level (less than 2 years)