Packaging Technician

Bud's Goods of New Jersey is seeking a Packaging Technician to join our award-winning team. The primary role is to package and label dried flower, fill and package pre‑rolls, portion and package concentrates and oils, and operate sophisticated packaging equipment while maintaining high quality and safety standards. The position reports to the Packaging Manager and is a full‑time role based in Linden, New Jersey, working Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm (clock‑in as early as 6:45 am) with 32–40 hours per week.

• Perform packaging duties for the work orders assigned to the packaging lab.
• Coordinate batch inventory and packaging materials with the Packaging Manager.
• Operate high‑tech equipment that sorts and packages dried cannabis flower into pouches and jars.
• Operate equipment to produce, package, and label pre‑rolls and other style joints.
• Operate equipment to package oils and concentrates.
• Operate equipment to print and apply labels to packages.
• Case‑pack units ready for storage and shipment.
• Track and record each step of the process and validate with equipment readings for consistency.
• Attend to any units rejected by the packaging equipment.
• Set up, changeover, and clean‑up of sophisticated packaging equipment.
• Breakdown and changeover of workstations per the sanitation and GMP processes of the facility.
• Identify when equipment is not operating as intended.
• Inspect and call out any inconsistencies or issues with package labels.
• Record activity that occurs throughout assigned work orders.
• Audit labels to ensure proper format and compliance with state regulations.
• Work with a scale to accurately weigh product and track numbers.
• Update inventory logs per batch and ensure inventory counts are accurate.
• Maintain compliance with state regulations, company policies, and SOPs.
• Keep workstations clean and safe.

• Attention to detail
• Production minded
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently as well as with a team
• Dependable and hardworking attitude
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Good personal hygiene
• Excellent hand‑eye coordination
• Efficient and effective work habits

• Able to stand or sit for extended periods of time.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Extensive use of hands, including repetitive movements.

• 1+ years’ experience in packaging or inventory‑related role.
• High school diploma/GED required (Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred).
• Basic understanding of mechanical packaging equipment.
• Basic math skills.
• Working knowledge of basic computer functions including e‑mail and Excel.

• Must pass all required background checks.
• Must remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry.
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
• Must be approved as a Registered Agent by the NJ Cannabis Regulatory Commission.

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health and financial well‑being. Full‑time team members are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance after 90 days of employment.

Salary: $20.00 per hour.