Packaging Associate - Job ID 1682748

DCM Inc•Hagerstown, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Our Packaging Associate will be responsible for finalizing finished flower units and assisting the Packaging Manager and Machine Operator with any tasks related to the bagging machine. This position will assist with all machine-related tasks. Additionally, this Associate should expect to meet strict daily goals, quantities, and quality of finished products. Your role in caring for our company: The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

Requirements

For legal reasons, all employees need to be at least 21 years of age.
You will be asked to pass a Federal and State criminal history background check.
We ask that you have at least a high school diploma/GED.
We ask that you do not have allergies to plant materials or nitrile gloves; this position requires daily exposure to cannabis plants and nitrile gloves.
Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
This position requires an inordinate amount of sitting, walking, kneeling, bending, scooping, twisting, and reaching in full range of motion to complete physical tasks.
This position requires the ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. unassisted, up to 80lbs assisted, and at times 10lbs. above your head.
This position is similar to an assembly line, in that it will be completing repetitive tasks throughout the workday.
This position requires the ability to work in a cannabis growing facility, there will be strong odors, bright lights, and various noises throughout the workday.
This position will require PPE to be worn throughout the workday to include scrubs, masks, gloves, and hairnets while working with the plants. DCM will provide scrubs, gloves, and hair nets to all employees.

Nice To Haves

Ability and comfort with using power-operated machine tools.
Comfortable using technology/computers to operate machine(s).
Comfortable working around high-speed machinery.
Comfortable with heights (up to 12 feet).
Strong attention to detail and accuracy, our machinery is imperative to the lifecycle and proper care of our plants!
Desire and ability to work as a member of a team.
Comply with all HR policies including confidentiality and non-disclosure.
Maintain open communication with the management team and other co-workers.
Strong work ethic; must be accountable and proactive.
Ability to work at a fast pace in a high production environment.

Responsibilities

Maintain high standards of cleanliness and sanitation.
Responsible for following all standard operating procedures (SOP) operational guidelines, verbal directives, training information, and policies when performing duties.
Maintain up to date accurate scale logs and a clean and organized work environment.
Pre-opening of pre-packed finished flower bags.
Review completed units to verify correct weight and detect any visual defects.
Application of all necessary labels.
Counting completed units into predetermined case pack sizes.
Assist in day-to-day cleaning of the machine.
Complete duties on time and willingness to accept additional job duties and responsibilities.
Maintain open communication with the management team and other co-workers about daily production output.
Flex to other departments to assist as needed and allowed within the production schedule.
Must be comfortable working in environments with varying temperatures from 55°-85°.
All other duties as necessary.