Packaging Technician – Cannabis Production & QA

Verano; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Verano in Canton, OH is seeking a Packaging Specialist to weigh, assemble, package, seal, and label products in a fast-paced cannabis production environment. You will safely operate flow wrap, labeling, and heat-sealing equipment, collect QA samples, and transport completed products to the vault.

The role requires 1–3 years of related packaging experience, strong teamwork, attention to detail, and adherence to SOPs. Physical stamina for standing long hours and lifting up to 25 lb is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-3 years' experience in a related position.
• Able to follow detailed instruction and perform repetitive tasks.
• Must have a positive attitude and work well with others in a team environment.
• Willing to learn about, operate, and maintain facility equipment in a safe manner.
• Must have effective time management and multitasking skills.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be 21 years of age or older and able to successfully register with the state’s cannabis commission as an agent.
• The employee must occasionally move packages weighing up to 25 lb.
• Able to stand for 90% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Weigh, assemble, package, seal, and label products.
• Safely operate packaging equipment, such as flow wrap, labeling, and heat‑sealing machines.
• Collect samples for QA as needed for quality testing.
• Transport completed products from the packaging workspace to the vault.
• Manage, document, and destroy cultivation waste.
• Monitor and maintain quality control measures in accordance with state and local laws.
• Adhere to company policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment within the facility and production areas.
• Immediately inform Packaging Manager of any system discrepancies.
• Document all activity using company’s track and trace system.
• Inspect finished goods and processed flower for irregularities (mold, defects, and imperfections) and inform management and QA.
• Work within company continuous improvement system and strive to increase productivity.
• Regularly clean and sanitize packaging equipment, tools, and work areas.
• Provide support to additional cultivation, harvest, and production teams as needed to achieve facility production goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Experience in packaging

Safety-conscious

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Time management

Physical stamina

Lift up to 25 pounds

Stand 90% of time

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Verano in Canton, OH is seeking a Packaging Specialist to weigh, assemble, package, seal, and label products in a fast-paced cannabis production environment. You will safely operate flow wrap, labeling, and heat-sealing equipment, collect QA samples, and transport completed products to the vault.

The role requires 1–3 years of related packaging experience, strong teamwork, attention to detail, and adherence to SOPs. Physical stamina for standing long hours and lifting up to 25 lb is required.