Pack and Fill Technician (Cannabis)

Position Description:

All benefits-eligible employees are provided the following benefits:

• Employee Discount (all employees eligible)
• Paid-Time-Off (varies by State, please ask your Recruiter for more info)
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• 98Point6 (remote primary care)
• 401k with 4% matching (100% vested immediately)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness Program

Environmental Factors:

• This position requires working in an environment that has a high amount of plant matter and pollen. Areas of the facility reach high/low temperatures with high humidity levels. Employees may have exposure to conditions such as dust, plant matter, and particles that affect the respiratory system, eyes, or skin, depending on department job assignments. Employees are required to wear protective gear and have the option to wear eye and ear protection. Certain areas of the facility use harsh chemicals for cleaning such as bleach and can have repetitive movements. Employees should be comfortable and capable of working under all of the above conditions.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to push, pull, lift, or move a minimum of 50lbs
• Capable of sitting, standing kneeling, bending, squatting, and/or walking for extended periods of time
• Capable of using hands and fingers to touch, handle, feel and pick
• Ability to work with hazardous chemicals (butane, propane, etc.) following strict safety guidelines
• Utilize chemicals (such as bleach) to clean and maintain facility/equipment
• Must wear PPE (clothing protection), close-toed non-slip shoes, and optional ear/eye protection

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Adhere to the daily packaging schedules to ensure attainment of efficiency goals.
• Job entails working around plants, pollen, and fine dust.
• Verify that all applicable working areas, tools, processing equipment, packaging and labeling components are maintained in good working order prior to the start of each batch.
• Ensure that all packaging, labeling, and data reporting activities are performed with attention to strict Terrascend quality and safety standards, regulatory compliance, and all other applicable legal and food safety requirements.
• Safely operate, clean, calibrate, and maintain equipment including manual, semi-automatic, and automatic liquid filling machines, capping machines, label applicators, label printers, and scales according to strict standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Contribute to continuous improvement of Terrascend process SOPs, work instructions and controlled document revisions.
• Manage inventory of packaging and labeling components, finished products, and other items by maintaining accurate records.
• Adhere to safe chemical handling and disposal procedures as defined by SOPs and material safety data sheets (MSDS).
• Ensure the safety of themselves and others by maintaining a safe and orderly environment.
• Report to and actively support Packaging Lead on a daily basis to ensure attainment of goals and deadlines.
• Drive productivity and cost-effective packaging processes and develop innovative plans to achieve optimization.
• Work nights and weekends as needed to complete critical tasks.

Competencies and Qualifications

• Job will include working/ packing biomass in a cold environment
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills
• Must be flexible and work in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment.
• Ability to solve problems in a collaborative environment
• Be able to lift 50lbs
• Ability to stand and work on your feet for hours at a time
• Exceptional communication skills a must

Desired Qualifications and Experience

• High School diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Experience working in a GMP manufacturing or laboratory environment is preferred.

*** Background Check Requirement ***

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