Packaging Technician

TerrAscend • Waterfall, PA

5d

About The Position

The Packaging Technician supports processing and packaging activities in a cannabis production environment, helping ensure production schedules are completed on time and to quality standards. The role maintains packaging and manufacturing standards, follows current standard operating procedures (SOPs), records production metrics, and coordinates daily department opening and closing with the department manager. This is a full-time, salaried position. Applicants must be at least 21 years old and remain compliant with company regulations. A state-specific background investigation, typically including state and federal checks, is a condition of employment. The role may involve standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting and moving items up to 50 pounds, repetitive hand or arm movements, and extended periods on one's feet, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

• Applicant must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must remain compliant with all company regulations.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Self-motivated to learn and improve.
• Strong mathematical skills, including adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing various units of measure.
• Proficiency with computer applications such as Microsoft Office and Google Docs.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, changing team environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply information from manuals, data sheets, and other documents.
• Ability to sit, stand, kneel, bend, squat, and/or walk for extended periods.
• Ability to push, pull, or lift at least 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years of experience in a manufacturing, production, or assembly environment.
• One to two years of experience in a distribution environment.

Responsibilities

• Follow daily packaging schedules to meet quality and efficiency goals.
• Verify work areas are clean and in good working order.
• Review and maintain packaging and labeling equipment and tools to ensure proper operation.
• Operate and calibrate automated and manual equipment, including filling machines and scales.
• Perform processing activities while following quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure packaging and labeling comply with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
• Update production data and records accurately.
• Maintain personal training documentation.
• Cross-train other packaging line operators.
• Transport product to secure inventory areas.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts and work instructions.
• Communicate tasks effectively during shift changes.
• Assist with inventory counts of packaging and labeling components, finished products, and supplies.
• Follow safe chemical handling and disposal protocols defined by material safety data sheets (MSDS).
• Keep the work area safe, orderly, and clean, including sweeping, mopping, and cleaning as needed.
• Report unsafe or hazardous work conditions to the Packaging Supervisor.
• Work all shifts as needed to complete critical tasks.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible team members.
• 401(k) savings opportunities.
• Paid time off and company holidays for eligible team members.
• Learning and development opportunities and career growth across the organization.
• Team member discounts and additional employee programs.
• Resources and programs focused on overall well-being. Benefits and eligibility may vary based on employment status, location, and other applicable factors.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed