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/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 Duties

• Perform packaging duties for the work orders assigned to the packaging lab
• Coordinate batch inventory and packaging materials on your work order with the Packaging Manager
• Operate high tech equipment which sorts and packages dried cannabis flower into pouches and jars
• Operate equipment to produce, package and label pre-rolls and other style joints
• Operate equipment to package oils and concentrates
• Operate equipment to print and apply labels to packages
• Case pack units ready for storage and shipment
• Track and record each step of the process and validate with equipment readings for consistency
• Attend to any units rejected by the packaging equipment
• Set up, changeover, and clean-up of sophisticated packaging equipment
• Breakdown and changeover of workstations per the sanitation and GMP processes of the facility
• Identify when equipment is not operating as intended
• Inspect and call-out any inconsistencies or issues with package labels
• Record activity that occurs throughout your assigned work orders
• Audit labels to ensure proper format and all information is present and in compliance with state regulations
• Work with a scale to accurately weigh product and track numbers
• Update inventory logs per batch and ensure inventory counts are accurate
• Maintain compliance with state regulations and company policies and SOPs
• Keep workstations clean and safe

Core Competencies:

• Attention to detail
• Production minded
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently as well as with a team
• Dependable and hardworking attitude
• Punctual with reliable attendance
• Good personal hygiene
• Excellent hand-eye coordination
• Efficient and effective

Working Conditions/Physical Demands:

• Able to stand or sit for extended periods of time.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Extensive use of hands, including repetitive movements

Experience and Education:

• 1+ years' experience in packaging or inventory-related role
• High school diploma/GED required (Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred)
• Basic understanding of mechanical packaging equipment
• Basic math skills
• Working knowledge of basic computer functions including e-mail and Excel

Additional Requirements:

• Must pass all required background checks
• Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
• Must be approved as a Registered Agent by the Cannabis Regulatory Commission

Benefits:

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, as well as participation in our Operator Incentive Plan, which rewards strong performance and operational excellence.