Packaging Technician Iowa , IA

Iowa Cannabis Company is a leading medical cannabis provider dedicated to delivering high-quality, consistent, and safe cannabis products to patients across Iowa. With three medical dispensaries and a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Iowa City, we are committed to innovation, regulatory excellence, and community wellness.

In this role, you will be responsible for accurately weighing, labeling, packaging, and preparing cannabis products for distribution to dispensaries and wholesale partners. The ideal candidate is punctual, organized, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced, regulated environment while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the cannabis industry and contribute to a growing company committed to patient care and product excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Operations & Equipment

• Oversee daily packaging operations and ensure safe, efficient use and maintenance of equipment.
• Enforce operational safety, compliance, and efficiency protocols.
• Prepare and deliver finished goods to Iowa retail locations and fulfill wholesale orders.
• Generate compliant shipping manifests for all deliveries.

Inventory & Supply Management

• Track packaging supplies and finished goods inventory; coordinate with procurement to maintain stock levels.

Labeling & Compliance

• Design, update, and print compliant labels per Iowa and Oregon cannabis regulations.
• Ensure label accuracy and alignment with branding and legal requirements.

Retail Support

• Assist with in-house packaging at Oregon retail; provide labels and compliance support.
• Standardize packaging presentation across locations.

Regulatory Adherence

• Monitor regulatory changes and ensure packaging operations meet state cannabis laws.
• Maintain documentation and prepare for audits and inspections.

Safety & Cleanliness

• Maintain a clean, organized, and OSHA-compliant work area; conduct routine safety checks.

Process Improvement

• Optimize workflows and introduce tools or methods to improve productivity and reduce costs.

Communication & Reporting

• Collaborate with internal teams, retail partners, and suppliers; report inventory and performance updates to leadership.

Quality Control

• Ensure product accuracy in weight, sealing, and labeling, address issues promptly.

Manifest Management

• Manage, create, and accept manifests for all locations, train staff and coordinate state approvals.
• Oversee product returns and defect resolution.

Cross-Functional Support

• Participate in inspections and assist with other facility tasks as needed.

Extraction

• Perform general manual labor tasks including loading, unloading, lifting, and moving materials.
• Clean glassware and sensitive lab equipment, as well as general cleaning of the lab areas.
• Work at an efficient pace in a production environment while gramming out and packaging all concentrate products and vape cartridges
• Perform general maintenance of equipment, tools, and workspace.
• Preparing equipment and plant materials for extraction, including but not limited to dry biomass grinding and fresh biomass packing in a freezer environment.

Working Conditions:

• Work duties may require sedentary activities, active standing, stooping and/or kneeling.
• The production facility operates 365 days a year with shifts typically occurring between 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Job responsibilities occasionally fall outside of typical shifts.
• The production facility may have strong odors and varying temperatures due to the cultivation and processing of cannabis.
• Employees may be required to work in confined spaces, such as plant growing areas or extraction rooms.
• Exposure to potential allergens, such as pollen or plant materials.
• The use of chemicals and pesticides is common in a cannabis production facility, which may require employees to follow strict safety protocols and wear PPE.
• Noise levels in the facility may be loud due to equipment or machinery operations.
• The facility has strict security measures, including video surveillance and restricted access, to ensure compliance with regulations and prevent theft.
• Regular cleaning and sanitization of the work area required to maintain a safe and hygienic environment.
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