Packaging Specialist

Verano•Chester, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Packaging Specialist provides on-site support assembling and packaging products manufactured within a cannabis cultivation and processing facility. The role accurately weighs, packs, and labels cannabis flower, infused edibles, and cannabis extracts for shipment to retail dispensaries. This is a full-time position paying $15 per hour. The employee works in a warehouse environment and supports production goals by maintaining product quality, documenting work in the company track-and-trace system, and following company policies, standard operating procedures, and applicable state and local laws. The role may also support cultivation, harvest, and production teams as needed.

Requirements

At least 1–3 years of experience in a related position.
Ability to follow detailed instructions and perform repetitive tasks.
Positive attitude and ability to work well with others in a team environment.
Willingness to learn about, operate, and safely maintain facility equipment.
Effective time-management and multitasking skills.
Ability to sit and stand for at least eight hours per day and lift up to 25 pounds.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Must be at least 21 years old and able to successfully register with the state cannabis commission as an agent.
Must comply with laws, regulations, and policies associated with the industry.
Able to stand for 90% of the time.
Comfortable working in changing temperatures and humidity.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Previous experience in a regulated production facility, such as food, beverage, or consumer packaged goods.

Responsibilities

Weigh, assemble, package, seal, and label products.
Safely operate packaging equipment, including flow-wrap, labeling, and heat-sealing machines.
Collect samples for quality assurance testing as needed.
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.
Follow company policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
Maintain a clean and safe environment in the facility and production areas.
Immediately inform the Packaging Manager of system discrepancies.
Document all activity using the company’s track-and-trace system.
Inspect finished goods and processed flower for mold, defects, and imperfections, and report findings to management and quality assurance.
Participate in the company’s continuous-improvement system and work to increase productivity.
Regularly clean and sanitize packaging equipment, tools, and work areas.
Support cultivation, harvest, and production teams as needed to achieve facility production goals.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.