Packaging Associate

Born and bred in Los Angeles, Clade9 started with a traditional garden in the late 90’s. During those early days of medical cannabis and under the pressures that comes with traditional farming, Clade9 honed their techniques under the training of cannabis pioneers. After twenty years, Clade9 still has the same passion for flowers as they do for the people that enjoy them.

**Winner of the 2019 CBA Cultivation Achievement**

**Winner of the 2021 Cannabis Cup 1st Place Hybrid Flower**

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for carrying out day-to-day tasks including prepping, packaging and labeling in accordance with standards set by California.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Staging product and packaging supplies to meet daily production schedule.
• Performing quality assurance protocols as designated by Clade 9’s procedures.
• Responsible for increasing operational efficiency and reducing waste through ownership, teamwork, communication and collaboration.
• Perform in-process and post-process quality assurance testing and conducting visual inspections to ensure all product meets or exceed Clade 9’s specifications
• Ensuring 100% compliance involving proper weighing, data recording, product tracking and security throughout the entire packaging process.
• Consistently operates in an efficient manner that also complies with all OSHA regulations, Clade 9 SOP’s and all applicable required procedures.
• Responsible for ensuring each product is properly labeled in compliance with the CA Regulations.
• Keep a precise count of all packaged product and weight(s) of product used for an accurate end of day reconciliation of packaged inventory and remaining inventory
• Electronically convert packaged products in the state traceability system
• Operates and maintains packaging line for pre-roll equipment, stations and program.
• Oversees the safe and secure transport of cannabis and cannabis products between production environments and secured storage, in a sanitary manner
• Efficiently fill the pre-roll cones.
• Accurately weigh pre-rolls and fill to standards.
• Track and record pre-roll counts each day.
• Maintain and clean the pre-roll work space.
• Maintain the quality of the pre-rolls.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

SKILLS REQUIRED TO PERFORM THE JOB

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Ability to work independently and in a group.
• Ability to adhere to safety requirements.
• Communicate well with your supervisor and team to ensure an efficient and productive environment.

· Strong work ethic; ability to adapt to adjusting workload and priority levels.

• Works in a timely manner and strives to increase productivity.

· Basic weights and measurement skills; ability to operate a scale.

• Ability to sit and focus for long periods of time.
• Operate with integrity and honesty.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Employees may experience the following physical demands for extended periods of time:

• Handle, feel and be able to distinguish what is being held.
• Reach with hands and arms.
• Talk and hear others.
• Sitting, standing and walk.
• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time, while using scissors.
• Must be able to lift, carry and balance up to 50 pounds (100 pounds with assistance) AND must be able to do so with extreme care and caution when working with plants and product
• Must be able to work in warehouse environment.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• 1+ years working in production environment preferred in cannabis industry
• Experience in a complex, fast-paced environment with minimal direction.
• Must have a solid understanding of the Cannabis laws, rules and regulations and passion to further their understanding and knowledge of the industry and the laws.

UNIFORM/PROTECTIVE GEAR

• Scrubs
• Shoe covers & gloves are regularly required.
• We have strict safety protocols where masks are required inside all work facilities
• May at times be required to use safety glasses or other safety equipment to prevent injury.

Note: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by management as deemed appropriate.

Clade9 expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, national origin, ethnic background, age, disability, political opinion, social status, veteran status, or genetic information and encourages applications from all minority groups.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.50 - $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• What Cannabis company did you work in packaging/fulfillment? (Leaving this blank will disqualify you from moving to next step)
• Are ok with working in other areas not just packaging/fulfillment? Ex: helping with harvest, take down and other duties. (Leaving this blank will disqualify you from moving to next step)
• Are you 21 years or older of age? (Yes/No - do not need actual age)

Experience:

• Packaging & Packing in Cannabis Industry: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person