Packaging Associate

Are you passionate about the Cannabis Industry and have a Colorado MED Badge? If yes, we'd love to learn more about you! We are hiring for a full time Packaging Associate at our MIP. See below for the details!

About the Company: At Colorado Cannabis Company we are committed to providing superior quality and unparalleled customer service in all aspects of our business. We believe each employee contributes to the success and growth of our company. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees! We pride ourselves in providing a work environment that fosters inclusion, teamwork, respect, and well-being. We value all perspectives, characteristics and experiences so that employees are able to bring their full, authentic selves to work to help each other and our company succeed. Our employees make a difference in people's lives every day. We are committed to making a difference in our employees' lives.

Our goal: Our goal at Colorado Cannabis Company is simple: extraordinary product quality and customer service. We accomplish this by observing a common set of values and by partnering with organizations that have the finest reputation for quality. There are no shortcuts; we believe that our goals are accomplished only with a real commitment from every employee.

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Position Title:Packaging Associate

Location: 505 West 40th Avenue, Denver, CO 80216

Position Set Schedule: Monday through Friday from 12:00pm-8:30pm.

Supervisor: Production Lab Manager

Job Summary: The Packaging Associate will be responsible for processing portioning distillate into vape cartridges or syringes and infused products into individual size denominations to include joint prep. This position is also responsible for labeling, prepping and packaging finished orders for transfer to retail stores while maintaining department supplies and standards of cleanliness. This position must be prepared to help other teammates as necessary. This position involves multiple parts of a dynamic process.

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Essential/Primary Responsibilities:

• Regular communication with the Production Lab Manager is to be maintained to ensure all operational needs are met and any procedural problems are addressed and resolved proactively
• The Packager is responsible for consistent, sanitary and safe production and packaging of infused cannabis products utilizing company policies to successfully uphold quality and consistency of all products produced to including portioning.
• Joint prep and packaging

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities::

• Previous experience working within a MIP operation is preferred
• Must be detail oriented and able to multitask
• Previous experience working within a cGMP facility is preferred
• ServSafe certified
• Colorado MED Badge
• COVID-19 Vaccination encouraged but not required
• Must be familiar with current Colorado regulations and have an understanding of the regulatory requirements for MIP operations within Colorado
• Possesses physical dexterity necessary to assemble small and delicate products
• Works efficiently, manages time effectively
• Pays close attention to detail
• Able to identify problems or malfunctions with equipment
• Exhibits ability to work cautiously but efficiently
• Familiarity with all lab safety procedures and guidelines (PPE, OSHA, Fire and HazMat) preferred
• Possesses physical strength and stamina required to stand, walk, and lift for long periods of time

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work in the production of Joints
• Maintains the cleanliness of equipment and work-stations including shared areas (kitchens, bathrooms, facilities, etc.)
• Monitors inventory and alerts management when supply levels are low
• Alerts the Production Lab Manager if there are any compliance concerns
• Assists in inventory, counts and audits
• Maintains compliance in all processes and procedures and makes recommendations for improvement
• Supports and adheres to cGMP facility certification
• Performs all stages of processing syringes and cartridges
• Applies labels to all products
• Conducts portioning of products per position SOPs
• Gathers inventory
• Plan and lay out work to meet packaging and fulfillment schedule
• Work as a part of a team to meet production schedule
• Follows the company’s SOPs
• Perform other official duties as assigned
• Must be able to work position's set schedule.

Work Environment:

• Standard 40-hour work week. Must be able to work training and position's set schedule.
• Working hours will be spent in the lab
• Moderate physical activity such as walking and lifting is required on a daily basis (able to lift at least 20 pounds, able to stand for long periods of time, able to bend, push, pull and reach)
• Safety gear and PPEs required as outlined in SOPs for each task

Required Personal Characteristics:

• Able to work in a fast-paced work environment under deadlines
• Continually exhibit honesty and integrity
• Punctual and reliable
• Self-Motivated
• Communicate effectively and efficiently
• Hold self and others accountable
• Driven to excel and seek constant improvement

Benefits (for Full-Time Employees):

• Medical Insurance (Company pays for 50% of premium costs) with Employer Assistance Program.
• Dental Insurance Coverage options
• Vision Insurance Coverage options
• Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance (Company pays for this benefit) includes Resource Advisor, Perks at Work account and Travel Insurance.
• Employee Discount of 30% off to use at our Company owned Dispensaries (5 locations in Colorado)
• Voluntary Pet Insurance with ASPCA
• Paid Time-Off (Vacation Time)
• 401(k) Matching

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.29 - $20.29 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift

Application Question(s):

• If offered the position- how soon would you be able to start?
• Briefly describe your previous packaging experience.
• Do you have reliable transportation to get to and from work that is not public transportation or Lyft/Uber? (YES or NO)
• Are you available to work the position schedule of Monday through Friday from 12:00PM-8:30PM? (YES or NO)

Experience:

• Cannabis lab: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Colorado MED Badge (Required)
• ServSafe (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Denver, CO 80216 (Required)

Work Location: In person