Packaging Technician

Position Summary
The Packaging Technician is responsible for accurately packaging finished cannabis products into their designated final packaging and preparing products for shipment by placing packaged items into case boxes. This role ensures products meet quality, regulatory, and packaging standards while maintaining strict compliance with Missouri cannabis regulations, facility procedures, and production schedules. The Packaging Technician must maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment while supporting efficient manufacturing operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Package finished products according to established work instructions, specifications, and quality standards.
• Inspect products and packaging materials for defects or inconsistencies before packaging.
• Assemble, label, and seal final product packaging as required.
• Place packaged products into designated case boxes according to packing requirements.
• Verify product counts, lot numbers, labels, and packaging accuracy before case packing.
• Maintain packaging equipment and workstations in a clean and organized condition.
• Monitor packaging material inventory and notify management of low stock levels.
• Follow all safety, quality, sanitation, and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements.
• Complete production, inventory, and packaging documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Assist with line setup, changeovers, cleaning, and production support activities as needed.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance packaging efficiency, quality, and compliance.
• Adhere to all Missouri cannabis regulations, facility policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and quality standards.
• Maintain strict compliance with state-mandated tracking, packaging, labeling, and inventory control requirements.
• Follow all security, sanitation, and recordkeeping procedures required by Missouri cannabis laws and regulations.
• Participate in required compliance, safety, and operational training programs.
• Immediately report any compliance concerns, discrepancies, quality issues, or violations to management.
• Help manufacturing team with product production.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Manufacturing Manager

Qualifications
Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous manufacturing, production, packaging, or assembly experience preferred.
• Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Experience in cannabis, pharmaceutical, food production, or consumer packaged goods manufacturing is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to follow written procedures, work instructions, and SOPs.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic math, counting, and recordkeeping skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Ability to work effectively in a highly regulated environment.

Licensing and Compliance Requirements

• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a valid Missouri Cannabis Facility Agent Identification Card (Agent ID) as required by state regulations.
• Must successfully pass all required background checks and meet eligibility requirements established by the State of Missouri and applicable regulatory agencies.
• Must maintain compliance with all Missouri cannabis laws, regulations, and facility policies as a condition of employment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Ability to frequently use hands for packaging, labeling, and handling products.
• Ability to bend, reach, twist, and perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, equipment, and varying production demands.

Working Conditions

• Work in a highly regulated cannabis manufacturing environment.
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to sanitation protocols.
• Must maintain confidentiality regarding facility operations, products, and proprietary information.
• Must comply with all facility security procedures and access-control requirements.
• May require overtime, weekend work, or flexible scheduling to meet production demands.

Success Factors
A successful Packaging Technician consistently produces accurately packaged products, maintains quality and compliance standards, supports production efficiency, demonstrates attention to detail, and contributes to a safe, secure, and organized manufacturing environment.