Packaging Technician

Why The Botanist?

The Botanist is a subsidiary of Canopy USA, LLC, a leading vertically integrated, multi-state operator in the United States cannabis industry. With the transition of Acreage Holdings to Canopy USA, LLC in December 2024, Canopy USA, LLC is now positioned to consolidate operations across its three business units – Wana, Jetty, and Acreage – realizing synergies, cost savings, and supporting growth in state-legal markets across the U.S. Through coverage of key market segments including flower via Superflux, vape and concentrates via Jetty, edibles and beverages via Wana, and retail through The Botanist, Canopy USA, LLC is well positioned to accelerate growth with an emphasis on the Midwestern and Northeastern U.S. markets. As newly formed Canopy USA, LLC, we are building a stronger, more agile organization that will unlock greater opportunities across the growing US cannabis market.

Who you’ll work for: The Botanist

Our Culture:

Here at Canopy USA, LLC , we believe in people first. We value our people and encourage continuous opportunities to learn, develop, and grow. We pride ourselves in innovation and passion for the cannabis industry.

We are always looking for motivated people who share our vision to join our team. Think you have what it takes? Then come grow with us!

About the Role: Packaging Technician

The Packaging Technician will be responsible for various processes associated with cannabis packaging. The Technician provides the daily support and focused attention necessary to package and label clean high quality, safe cannabis products. Excellent work environment with a full benefit package offered including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, holidays, pet insurance, and other paid leaves of absence.

How you’ll make a difference:

• Responsible for various day-to-day processes as it relates to packaging and labeling cannabis products
  either by hand or machine.
• Accurately packages and/or labels productions to ensure Company and state regulatory compliance.
  Accurately records data on each product using Company system and protocols, which may include but
  is not limited to accurate inventory, weights and measurements of cannabis products throughout the
  packaging and labeling procedures.
• Adhere to specific quality control SOPs regarding procedural operations and quality of product
  produced; verify quality control standards are being met throughout the process.
• Maintains a clean, compliant, and safe work environment; responsible for reporting any necessary
  compliance or safety concerns promptly.
• Compliantly disposes of waste, in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Meets daily goals, packaging objectives, and KPIs set by management.
• Assists with other tasks as assigned by the Packaging Manager and/or Assistant Packaging Manager.

Skills to be Successful:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 years post-secondary education in a related field preferred
• 2+ years’ experience in a fast-paced client-service intensive industry – hospitality and retail backgrounds preferred
• State mandated background check
• Computer & equipment operations necessary for running an office/retail center (POS systems; Word; Excel; office equipment such as copiers/telephone systems)
• Familiarity with history and varieties of medical marijuana preferred but not required
• Outstanding phone and in-person customer service skills
• Thriving to perform job duties in a fast-paced environment with the ability to stay even keeled in periods of stress
• Demonstrated proactivity, flexibility, adaptability and multi-tasking
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and ethical conduct
• Skill in accurate cash management and inventory control
• Strong written and oral interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to effectively plan and prioritize
• Ability to focus, attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Absolute reliability and honesty

Perks & Benefits:

• Full suite of medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid parental leave
• 401 (k)
• Paid Time Off
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee life insurance and supplemental life
• Spouse and child life and ADD&D
• Pet insurance
• FSA and HSA available
• • Based on eligibility.

Work Environment and Physical Demands :

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be requested to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is primarily performed in a laboratory/production environment handling flammable hydrocarbon solvents.
• Work may involve proximity to pressurized vessels, rotating machinery, and other potentially hazardous equipment.
• Ability to remain alert, focused and responsive during high-risk or emergency situations.
• Regular interaction with hazardous materials, requiring knowledge of and compliance with chemical hygiene and waste management practices.
• Work may involve proximity to pressurized vessels, rotating machinery, and other potentially hazardous equipment.
• Manufacturing environment that requires extended time standing, walking, bending and reaching.
• The ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs for up to 100ft may be required.
• Ability to complete regular repetitive arm/hand tamping movement required to pack socks.
• This position requires extended and repetitive use of arms, hands and fingers to cut and/or manipulate small objects.
• Ability to tolerate exposure to varying temperatures, loud noise, and strong odors associated with solvents and cannabis processing.
• Must wear provided/required PPE including lab coat/coveralls, hair/beard nets, gloves, surgical masks, face shield, eye protection, respirator, and hearing protection as appropriate while working in the laboratory.
• Strict adherence to company safety protocols, OSHA requirements, and emergency response procedures is required at all times.

DISCLAIMER : This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to confirm or be interpreted as a comprehensive summary of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

E-Verify Participation Notice

This Employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

What is E-Verify? E-Verify is an internet-based system that compares information from and employee’s Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.

Code of Conduct :

All employees are expected to represent the values and maintain the standards contained in the Code of Conduct.

The Botanist is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or protected Veteran status. We appreciate your interest in The Botanist. If you need assistance with completing an online application due to a disability, please send a request to [email protected]. Please be sure to include “Accommodation Request” in the subject line.