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Packaging Associate

Vangst
Monson, MA Contractor
POSTED ON 10/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/27/2027

Cannabis Packaging Associate

Temp-to-hire


Location:
Monson, MA

Schedule: Full-Time

About the Opportunity

Our client, an established cannabis company, is looking for dependable and detail-oriented Packaging Associates to join its production team in Monson, MA.

This is a hands-on role working with finished cannabis products and helping prepare them for retail. You'll assist with packaging, labeling, trimming, pre-roll production, vape cartridge filling, and quality checks while making sure products meet company and state compliance standards.

If you're reliable, enjoy hands-on work, and can stay focused in a fast-paced production environment, this is a great opportunity to gain experience in the cannabis industry.

Previous cannabis experience is a plus, but not required.

What You'll Do

  • Package, weigh, fill, seal, and label cannabis products accurately
  • Prepare finished products for distribution and retail
  • Hand trim and sort cannabis flower while maintaining product quality
  • Assist with automated trimming equipment as needed
  • Operate production equipment used for pre-rolls, vape cartridges, and other finished products
  • Inspect products and packaging for accuracy, quality, and proper labeling
  • Follow established SOPs and state cannabis compliance requirements
  • Maintain accurate production and packaging counts
  • Keep workstations, tools, and equipment clean and organized
  • Follow all sanitation, safety, and quality-control procedures
  • Work collaboratively with production and packaging team members to meet daily goals
  • Assist with other production tasks as needed

What We're Looking For

  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
  • Reliable and able to maintain a consistent work pace throughout the shift
  • Comfortable performing repetitive, hands-on tasks for extended periods
  • Ability to follow written instructions, SOPs, and production requirements
  • Organized and able to adapt when production priorities change
  • Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team
  • Previous packaging, manufacturing, production, warehouse, food production, or cannabis experience is helpful but not required

Requirements

  • Must be 21 years of age or older
  • Must be able to successfully pass a background check
  • Must meet all state and company requirements to work within the regulated cannabis industry
  • Must be able to follow all safety, sanitation, and compliance procedures
  • Must be dependable and able to maintain reliable attendance

Why You'll Like This Opportunity:

This is a great way to get your foot in the door of the cannabis industry while gaining hands-on experience in production, packaging, trimming, and finished-product operations.

Candidates with experience in manufacturing, food production, warehouse operations, fulfillment, assembly, packaging, or other fast-paced production environments are encouraged to apply.

Salary : $36,850 - $47,321

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