Packaging Tech

Ayr Wellness • Richmond, VA

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About The Position

The Packaging Technician is responsible for the safe and accurate packaging and labeling of products. Working within a team, the technician maintains the integrity of premium cannabis products from processing through delivery to customers and patients. The role follows applicable company, local, and state requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), product specifications, and quality procedures.

The position requires regular and punctual attendance and the ability to work nights, weekends, or alternate shifts. The work environment may include exposure to dust, kief, cleaning chemicals, and fumes; bright light requiring eye protection; moderate heat and humidity; and constant moderate background noise. Physical activity includes prolonged sitting, standing, or walking, frequent hand and limb movement, occasional ladder use and operation of power hand tools or cultivation machinery, and occasional lifting or moving of items up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

• Meet the minimum age requirement established by state cannabis agencies.
• Pass background checks and fingerprinting as required by state cannabis agencies.
• Provide valid badging or credentials as required by state cannabis agencies.
• Work nights, weekends, or alternate shifts.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Able to inspect and detect quality deviations and defects.
• Able to perform prolonged sitting, standing, and/or walking; maintain manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina; and occasionally lift, position, or move items up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience in cannabis or packaging.

Responsibilities

• Accurately fill, package, and label products in compliance with company, local, and state policies and procedures and product specifications.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) to help ensure product safety and efficacy.
• Meet daily production schedules and goals set by the Production Manager or Team Leads.
• Maintain cleanliness of packaging equipment and production areas and follow sanitation procedures for handling products; immediately report potential contamination to a Team Lead.
• Document line inefficiencies and downtime and work with others to resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance to ensure process parameters and quality testing meet regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Complete production records, quality records, and electronic reporting tools accurately and on time.
• Help foster a positive work environment by treating others with dignity and respect and maintaining curiosity about cannabis.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED