Packaging Technician (1st Shift)

TerrAscend; Boonton (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness — medical, dental, &

401(k) savings opportunities

Paid time off & holidays

Career growth & development

Job summary

TerrAscend Corp. is seeking Packaging Technicians for 1st shift (7:00am - 3:30pm, Mon-Fri) to package products like cartridges and tinctures with high attention to detail. Work environment includes labs and manufacturing settings, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Requires a high school diploma and prior GMP/lab experience preferred. TerrAscend operates multiple cannabis brands and retail locations; the packing role supports production and labeling activities across core

Qualifications

• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to solve problems in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to the daily packaging schedules to ensure attainment of efficiency goals.
• Verify that all areas, tools, and equipment are maintained in good working order prior to each batch.
• Ensure packaging, labeling and data reporting follow TerrAscend quality and safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Operate and maintain packaging equipment (filling, capping, labeling, printers, scales) per SOPs.
• Produce reliable data for batch, equipment, quality, inventory and seed-to-sale documentation.
• Support packaging lead to meet goals and deadlines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

TerrAscend Corp. is a leading TSX-listed company with operations across North America, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Ohio, and California through TerrAscend Growth Corp., as well as retail operations in Canada.

Position Summary:

Packaging Technicians are responsible for packaging the items produced by the laboratory such as: cartridges, tinctures, etc. Attention-to-detail is key in this role as measuring, counting, and labeling accurate are essential.

1st Shift Hours: 7:00am - 3:30pm M - F

TerrAscend Corp. is a leading TSX-listed company with operations across North America, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Ohio, and California through TerrAscend Growth Corp., as well as retail operations in Canada.

TerrAscend operates The Apothecarium and other dispensary retail locations, along with scaled cultivation, processing, and manufacturing facilities across its core markets. Our portfolio includes well-known brands such as The Apothecarium, Cookies, Kind Tree, Legend, State Flower, Wana, Cuue, One, and Valhalla.

Position Summary:

Packaging Technicians are responsible for packaging the items produced by the laboratory such as: cartridges, tinctures, etc. Attention-to-detail is key in this role as measuring, counting, and labeling accurate are essential.

1st Shift Hours: 7:00am - 3:30pm M - F

Why TerrAscend?

Join a growing, fast-paced organization where your work makes an impact. At TerrAscend, you'll have opportunities to grow your career, collaborate with talented teams, and help shape what's next as our business continues to evolve.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Adhere to the daily packaging schedules to ensure attainment of efficiency goals
• Verify that all applicable working areas, tools, processing equipment, packaging and labeling components are maintained in good working order prior to the start of each batch
• Ensure that all packaging, labeling, and data reporting activities are performed with attention to strict TerrAscend quality and safety standards, regulatory compliance, and all other applicable legal and food safety requirements
• Safely operate, clean, calibrate, and maintain equipment including manual, semi-automatic, and automatic liquid filling machines, capping machines, label applicators, label printers, and scales according to strict standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Produce reliable, precise data for the completion of all required batch, equipment, quality, inventory and seed-to-sale documentation
• Contribute to continuous improvement of TerrAscend process SOPs, work instructions and controlled document revisions.
• Manage inventory of packaging and labeling components, finished products, and other items by maintaining accurate records
• Adhere to safe chemical handling and disposal procedures as defined by SOPs and material safety data sheets (MSDS)
• Ensure the safety of themselves and others by maintaining a safe and orderly environment
• Report to and actively support Packaging Lead on a daily basis to ensure attainment of goals and deadlines
• Drive productivity and cost‑effective packaging processes and develop innovative plans to achieve optimization
• Work nights and weekends as needed to complete critical tasks

Desired Qualifications and Experience:

• Exceptional attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to solve problems in a collaborative environment
• High School diploma or GED equivalent is required
• Experience working in a GMP manufacturing or laboratory environment is preferred
• Experience in the medical marijuana/cannabis industry is preferred

What We Offer

• Health & Wellness — Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible team members.
• Plan for Your Future — 401(k) savings opportunities to help support your financial goals.
• Time to Recharge — Paid time off and company holidays for eligible team members.
• Grow Your Career — Learning, development, and opportunities to build your career across a growing organization.
• Employee Perks — Team member discounts and additional programs designed to recognize and support our people.
• Support When You Need It — Resources and programs focused on your overall well‑being.

Benefits and eligibility may vary based on employment status, location, and other applicable factors.

Working Conditions:

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:

• This position may require the ability to perform essential functions that include, but are not limited to: Pushing, pulling, lifting, or moving items weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Sitting, standing, kneeling, bending, squatting, and/or walking for extended periods of time. Using hands and fingers to touch, handle, feel, and pick objects (manual dexterity).
• Working with chemicals (e.g., butane, propane, bleach) while following strict safety guidelines.
• Cleaning and maintaining the facility or equipment using approved chemicals.
• Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE), including clothing protection, close‑toed non‑slip shoes, and optional ear and eye protection.

EEO Statement

TerrAscend is an equal opportunity employer. At TerrAscend, employees and applicants are evaluated based on their qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination based on sex, race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy or related medical conditions, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.

Disclaimer

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The Company 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.

TerrAscend participates in E-Verify.

Please review the E-Verify Participation Notice and Right to Work Notice, available in English and Spanish.

E-Verify Participation Notice: https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf

Right to Work Notice: https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER_RighttoWorkPoster.pdf

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 f

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.