Temporary Packaging Technician(s) work in and maintains standards of a Health Canada regulated packaging environment and assist in all aspects of preparing cannabis for final sale once it is ready to be packed, ensuring orders are done accurately and in a timely manner and maintaining high quality standards. This process includes accurately weighing, labeling, packaging, sampling, and inspecting FIGR products in accordance with the Standard Operational Procedures.
This is a hardworking, hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves environment emphasizing a team-oriented and collaborative style. It will be key for the candidate to embrace change and see past obstacles with a focus on solutions in the context of a company undergoing rapid growth and ongoing functional integration.
2. PRIMARY ACTIVITIES & TASKS
Packaging
· Accurately package cannabis flower, pre-rolls, and oils, ensuring compliance with provincial/federal regulations and company policies and procedures
· Responsible for Quality Control and maintenance of all packaging equipment
Inventory Management
· Aid in the oversight of inventory of bulk and prepackaged products. Set up appropriate inventory levels, ensure proper quantity of packages/products
· Making sure all labeling and recording of inventory data into inventory tracking system is done in compliance Company regulations and procedures
Cleaning & Sanitization
· Maintain the highest levels of cleanliness and sterility inside the processing area
· Completing daily/weekly/monthly deep-cleaning as assigned
Other
· Hand-harvesting cannabis product
· Other duties as assigned
3. ACCOUNTABILITY & DECISION MAKING
· Read, understand, and adhere to internal SOP's and company policies, and Health Canada standards and the Cannabis Act & its regulations
· Maintain good record keeping of all practices implemented and data collected as pertaining to outlined responsibilities
· Maintain open communication with Team Leads and Processing Manager regarding any issues that may occur.
· Responsible to execute assigned tasks and expectation in accordance with FIGR and Health Canada regulations
· Responsible for completing any work assigned to them during their scheduled shift as well as information sharing to direct lead
· Responsible for following any and all operational guideline, verbal directions, training information and policies when performing duties
4. TRAINING, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIRED
· High School Diploma or equivalent experience
· Experience in regulated packaging and/or a related field is viewed as a strong asset
· Ability to work in a results-oriented, time-sensitive environment
· Meticulaous attention to detail
· Must have access to reliable transportation to work full-time hours as scheduled (40 hours per week)
· Must have the ability to provide a criminal records check that is clear of any charges that could be related or have a direct correlation to the position or company
· All employees must be 19+
5. PSYCHOLOGICAL, PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
Psychological:
· Must be able to complete duties with minimal supervision and comfortable working independently and safely in a group environment
· Must be willing/able to work in a social environment
· Must be comfortable with completing highly repetitive tasks with focused attention
· Ability to work in a results-oriented, time-sensitive environment
· Fast-paced, production-focused role Physical:
· Ability to perform physical tasks required for an 8-hour shift period, including but not limited to: pushing, pulling, lifting (up to 50lbs), standing, walking, sitting for prolonged periods of time
· Ability to withstand repetitive twisting motion of the body for long periods of time
· Ability to wear assigned Personal Protective Equipment including, but not limited to medical gloves, safety eyewear, face masks, etc.
Environment:
· Sterile cannabis product packaging environment
· Ability to work in an environment that uses cleaning products including, but not limited to, Isopropyl Alcohol, Ethanol, and residue cleaning products like AM717, Caustek-Free, and Formula-19.
· This position may involve exposure to cannabis materials and is therefore not likely suitable for anyone that may suffer from allergies to cannabis materials, or for anyone that experiences medical issues as a result of exposure to cannabis materials
6. POSITION COMPETENCIES
Attention to Detail
Consistency/Reliability
Flexibility
Initiative
Interpersonal Skills
Job Knowledge & Development