Packaging Technician - New Jersey

Summary Bud's Goods of New Jersey is seeking a Packaging Technician to join our award-winning team. The primary role of this individual is to package and label dried flower as well as fill and package pre-rolls in accordance with pre-determined quotas and work orders. This role will also portion and package concentrates and oils per scheduled work orders. The Packaging Technician will be working with sophisticated packaging equipment and large volumes of packaged units. This will include set-up, operation, changeover, breakdown, and sanitation details of the equipment. The Packaging Technician reports to the Packaging Manager. This role is full-time in Linden, New Jersey, between 32-40 hours per week. The shift is 7:00am to 3:00pm with clock in as early as 6:45am. The facility is open Monday through Friday.The individual for this role enjoys consistency. This role works with a team to align and accomplish daily packaging work orders. Safety is a priority for our team. The packaging labs have air filtration and personal protective equipment is provided. The facility will have an appointed safety committee and a quality assurance manager. Job DutiesPerform packaging duties for the work orders assigned to the packaging labCoordinate batch inventory and packaging materials on your work order with the Packaging ManagerOperate high tech equipment which sorts and packages dried cannabis flower into pouches and jarsOperate equipment to produce, package and label pre-rolls and other style jointsOperate equipment to package oils and concentratesOperate equipment to print and apply labels to packagesCase pack units ready for storage and shipmentTrack and record each step of the process and validate with equipment readings for consistencyAttend to any units rejected by the packaging equipmentSet up, changeover, and clean-up of sophisticated packaging equipmentBreakdown and changeover of workstations per the sanitation and GMP processes of the facility Identify when equipment is not operating as intendedInspect and call-out any inconsistencies or issues with package labelsRecord activity that occurs throughout your assigned work ordersAudit labels to ensure proper format and all information is present and in compliance with state regulationsWork with a scale to accurately weigh product and track numbersUpdate inventory logs per batch and ensure inventory counts are accurateMaintain compliance with state regulations and company policies and SOPsKeep workstations clean and safe Core Competencies: Attention to detail Production mindedExcellent organizational and documentation skillsAbility to work independently as well as with a teamDependable and hardworking attitudePunctual with reliable attendanceGood personal hygiene Excellent hand-eye coordinationEfficient and effective Working Conditions/Physical Demands:Able to stand or sit for extended periods of time. Able to lift up to 50 poundsExtensive use of hands, including repetitive movements Experience and Education:1+ years' experience in packaging or inventory-related roleHigh school diploma/GED required (Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred)Basic understanding of mechanical packaging equipmentBasic math skillsWorking knowledge of basic computer functions including e-mail and ExcelAdditional Requirements:Must pass all required background checksMust be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industryMust be a minimum of 21 years of ageMust be approved as a Registered Agent by the NJ Cannabis Regulatory CommissionBenefits:We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' health and financial well-being. Full-time team members are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance after 90 days of employment.#ENGHP