Production Technician- Lab

Curaleaf•Taneytown, MD

9d•$17 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Curaleaf is hiring a Production Technician to support the packaging process for cannabis products, including dried flower, pre-rolls, vape cartridges, pens, and infused items. The position is based in Taneytown, Maryland, and is listed as full-time or part-time, non-exempt, with a Monday–Thursday shift from 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The pay rate is listed as $17–$17.50 per hour, with Maryland pay transparency showing $17 per hour. The technician stages products and packaging materials, performs quality checks, and helps meet production schedules and quality standards. The role involves testing, visual inspections, precise weighing, data recording, product tracking, secure packaging, and accurate labeling in compliance with state regulations. Technicians work with production equipment and follow OSHA standards, Curaleaf SOPs, and other required procedures while keeping the work area organized, clean, and ready for inspection. The role requires attention to detail, reliability, communication, teamwork, and the ability to perform repetitive tasks consistently. Physical and environmental conditions include extended periods of standing, sitting, or walking; lifting and carrying; repetitive hand and wrist use, bending, squatting, reaching, and occasional ladder or step-stool use. The work may involve humidity, varying temperatures, strong odors, plant materials, cleaning solvents, loud equipment, and CO2 manufacturing procedures at OSHA-approved levels. Required PPE may include masks, hair nets, beard covers, respirators, boot covers, scrubs, non-slip shoes, and Tyvek suits as necessary.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Strong attention to detail and effective communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-based production environment.
Ability to perform repetitive tasks with focus and consistency over extended periods.
Strong work ethic, punctuality, and reliability.
Willingness and ability to learn production equipment and SOPs and consistently meet performance expectations set by leadership.
Ability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods of 8–10 hours per shift.
Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift heavier items with assistance.
Ability to frequently and repetitively use hands and wrists for extended periods.
Ability to perform repetitive bending, squatting, and reaching.
Ability to climb ladders or step stools to access plants or equipment.
Ability to use required PPE when required.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of manufacturing or packaging experience focused on product safety, consumer satisfaction, and high-quality results.

Responsibilities

Stage products and packaging materials across production lines and perform quality assurance checks to meet daily schedules and Curaleaf standards.
Support operational efficiency and waste reduction by taking ownership, collaborating with the team, and communicating effectively.
Conduct in-process and final quality checks, including testing, visual inspections, and precise weighing.
Maintain accurate data recording and product tracking, and ensure products are securely packaged.
Work efficiently while keeping the extraction room organized, clean, and inspection-ready.
Follow OSHA standards, Curaleaf SOPs, and required procedures.
Ensure products are accurately labeled and comply with state regulations.