Processing Technician I - Packaging

About the role

The Packaging Technician is responsible for accurately packaging and labeling cannabis products by hand or machine while ensuring compliance with company policies and state regulations. This role maintains precise inventory records, adheres to quality control standards, and upholds a clean, compliant, and safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Accurately package and label cannabis products by hand or machine while ensuring compliance with company policies and state regulations.
• Maintain precise records of inventory, weights, and measurements using company systems and protocols to ensure compliance and traceability.
• Adhere to quality control standards and follow SOPs to ensure consistent product quality and regulatory compliance throughout packaging and labeling processes.
• Uphold a clean, compliant, and safe work environment, promptly reporting any compliance or safety concerns.
• Compliantly dispose of waste in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Meet daily packaging goals and KPIs set by management to support production efficiency.
• Support additional tasks as assigned by leadership to meet the needs of the business.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1-2 years of packaging, labeling, and/or production experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary focus and attention to detail.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with colleagues.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
• Computers and Technology: Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook; Ability to understand and operate packaging and labeling equipment; Ability to learn, navigate and accurately utilize the company’s seed-to-sale tracking software where applicable.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary focus and attention to detail.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary focus and attention to detail.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.

Skills

• Education and Experience: Must be 21 years of age or older; High school diploma or equivalent required; Minimum 1-2 years of packaging, labeling, and/or production experience strongly preferred.
• Verbal and Written Communication: Proficient verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with colleagues.
• Computers and Technology: Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook; Ability to understand and operate packaging and labeling equipment; Ability to learn, navigate and accurately utilize the company’s seed-to-sale tracking software where applicable.

Benefits

• Full suite of medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401 (k) plan.
• Paid Time Off.
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee life insurance and supplemental life.
• Spouse and child life and AD&D.
• Pet insurance.
• FSA and HSA available based on eligibility.

Schedule

Schedule to be determined. Schedule is subject to change to meet the needs of the business.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be requested to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position may require working indoors or outdoors, depending on the facility and climate. Employees must be able to stand for up to eight hours, walk patrols, and monitor security inside the dispensary. Tasks include frequent use of eyesight for video surveillance, ID verification, and security system entry, as well as eye/hand coordination for inspecting credentials. The role may involve moving up to 50 lbs over short distances to assist with lobby setup and line control. In manufacturing areas, employees may be required to stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods, perform repetitive hand movements, and work in a humid, pollinated environment.

E-Verify Participation Notice

This Employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. What is E-Verify? E-Verify is an internet-based system that compares information from and employee’s Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.

Code of Conduct

All employees are expected to represent the values and maintain the standards contained in the Code of Conduct. Acreage CCF New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or protected Veteran status.