Full Time Flower Packaging Technician

Position Description:  The position of Flower Packaging Technician primary responsibility will be to efficiently and accurately package cannabis flowers for distribution and sale along with trim and manicure cannabis plants to ensure the production of high-quality cannabis products. This will entail removing excess leaves, stems, and other unwanted plant material. You will play a crucial role in preparing the plants for further processing and packaging. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Packaging Responsibilities:Follow daily packaging schedules to achieve quality and efficiency goals.Ensure all tools, equipment, packaging, and labeling components are in good working order before each shift.Perform packaging, labeling, and data reporting with attention to quality, regulatory compliance, and safety standards.Safely operate, clean, calibrate, and maintain equipment (scales, radsource machine, grinder, shredder, bud sorter, knockbox) per SOPs.Maintain and update personal training documentation.Assist with various harvest and post-harvest tasks as needed. (including but not limited to: extraction bags, prerolls, radsource operations, sorting and trimming)Accurately operate weighing scales for product measurement.Crosstrain with packing and cultivation teams when required.Transport products to secure inventory areas, ensuring safety and compliance.Follow safety protocols for chemical handling and disposal, as outlined in SOPs and MSDS.Maintain a clean and safe work environment by performing tasks like sweeping, mopping, and cleaning.Ensure effective communication of tasks through shift changes and report any unsafe conditions to the Packaging Supervisor.Work flexible shifts to meet operational needs and contribute to process improvements.​​Qualifications and Education Requirements​:Excellent attention to detail and self-motivation for continuous learning and improvement.Strong mathematical skills (ability to perform basic arithmetic and work with units of measure).Proficient in computer programs, including word processing, spreadsheet applications, and email.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Physical ability to lift at least 50 lbs. and perform tasks that involve sitting, standing, kneeling, bending, and walking for extended periods.Ability to read, interpret, and apply information from manuals and safety data sheets.Must be 21+ years of age and comply with all company regulations.This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.Organization:Ilera Holistic Healthcare is a Louisiana based company which cultivates, processes and packages premium marijuana medicine for the medical marijuana patients of Louisiana.  Ilera Holistic Healthcare's mission is to improve the quality of life for the patients we serve by supplying consistent, effective, and safe medical marijuana solutions that provide relief and enhance wellness.  We are a curious and continuously learning team that lives our values of integrity, compassion, and community through how we treat other people and ourselves. Background Check Requirement:As a condition of employment, a complete background investigation will be conducted based on the laws of Louisiana and the Louisiana Department of Health rules for therapeutic marijuana employment. This will include a criminal background check conducted by a third-party as well as any additional background check which the state may request at their discretion.EEO Statement:At Ilera Holistic Healthcare, employees and applicants are evaluated based on their qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. Ilera is committed to assuring equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants.Ilera is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy or related medical conditions, age, national origin, or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, to include gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and gender identity, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and coworkers.Disclaimer:This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The list of job responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, and the like is not exhaustive, rather it is illustrative of the current essential functions required for the position.