Production/ Packaging Tech

Vangst; Simsbury (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Vangst is seeking a Production Technician for a fast-paced cannabis packaging environment in Simsbury, CT. You will stage products, perform quality checks, and help drive efficiency while adhering to safety and compliance standards.

The role requires hands-on reliability, detail-oriented focus, and the ability to follow clear procedures over extended shifts. Lifting up to 50 lbs and wearing PPE is expected, with a Monday–Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and precision in a fast-paced packaging environment.
• Clear procedures, safety, and compliance are essential.
• Reliable and accurate execution of labeling and packaging tasks.
• Able to perform repetitive tasks with focus over extended shifts.

Responsibilities

• Stage products and packaging materials across production lines with quality checks.
• Improve efficiency by collaborating with teammates and communicating clearly.
• Conduct in-process and final quality checks, including weighing and data recording.
• Maintain a clean, organized production space and ensure inspection readiness.
• Follow OSHA standards and SOPs to ensure compliant labeling and safety.

Skills

Attention to detail

Hands-on

Team-based

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Production Technician

Ready to build a career in one of the fastest-growing industries around? Our client — a leading name in the cannabis space — is hiring hands‑on, detail‑oriented Production Technicians to join their packaging team in Simsbury, CT. If you take pride in precision, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want in on an industry that’s still writing its own rulebook, this is your chance to get on the ground floor with a company built on quality, innovation, and doing right by the community.

Pay Rate: $17.00 - $17.50/hr

Location: Simsbury, CT

Job Type: Full Time | Non-Exempt

Shift: Monday - Friday | 6:00am - 2:30pm

Why You'll Love This Role

This isn't just a packaging job — it's a front-row seat to premium cannabis products coming to life, from dried flower and pre‑rolls to vape pens and infused goods. You'll work alongside a team that values reliability, teamwork, and craftsmanship, in an environment where your attention to detail directly shapes the quality customers experience.

Who You Are

You're a hands‑on production pro who thrives in a fast-paced, quality‑driven environment. You have an eye for detail and a steady focus on consistency, and you take pride in getting every product packaged and labeled right. You like clear procedures, take safety and compliance seriously, and enjoy pitching in with a team to keep operations running smoothly. Your reliability and accuracy are what keep every finished product meeting the bar before it reaches the customer.

What You'll Do

• Stage products and packaging materials across production lines, performing quality checks to keep pace with daily schedules and high standards
• Help boost efficiency and cut down on waste by taking ownership, working closely with teammates, and communicating clearly
• Conduct in-process and final quality checks — testing, visual inspections, precise weighing — while keeping data recording, product tracking, and packaging airtight
• Keep the production space organized, clean, and always inspection-ready
• Follow OSHA standards and all required SOPs so every product is accurately labeled and fully compliant with state regulations

What You'll Bring

• Willingness to learn and train on a variety of production equipment and procedures
• Strong attention to detail and solid communication skills in a fast-paced, team‑based environment
• Ability to stay focused and consistent through repetitive tasks over an extended shift
• A strong work ethic, punctuality, and a positive, professional attitude
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Bonus Points If You Have

• At least one year of manufacturing or packaging experience with a focus on product safety and quality

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods (8-10 hours per shift)
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly, with occasional heavier lifts assisted
• Frequent, repetitive use of hands and wrists
• Repetitive bending, squatting, and reaching
• Ability to climb ladders or step stools as needed
• Comfortable wearing required PPE (masks, hairnets, beard covers, respirators, boot covers, scrubs, non-slip shoes, Tyvek suits as necessary)

Work Environment

• Exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and strong plant odors
• Exposure to soil, water, fertilizer, dust, pollen, and plant pathogens
• Exposure to cleaning solvents such as isopropyl alcohol
• Exposure to loud equipment noise (compressors, packaging machinery, alarms)
• Exposure to CO2 manufacturing processes within OSHA-approved levels

Requirements

• 21+
• Must possess a valid state ID
• Must be able to obtain and maintain required state badging (includes background check and state review)