Cannabis Packaging Lead — Team Builder & Compliance

The Packaging Lead oversees daily packaging operations to ensure cannabis products are accurately, efficiently, and compliantly prepared for distribution. This role coordinates workflow, trains and supports packaging team members, and ensures all products meet quality, labeling, and regulatory standards. The Packaging Lead is responsible for monitoring productivity, maintaining packaging supplies and equipment, and ensuring adherence to standard operating procedures throughout the packaging process.

• Process and package all manufactured cannabis products using various manual and automated packaging equipment. Maintain equipment for daily use, including cleaning and troubleshooting.
• Uplift and motivate the packaging team.
• Work with the packaging manager to prioritize workflow and product demand.
• Ensure packaging associates perform work in a safe and clean manner while encouraging efficiency to hit production KPIs and metrics.
• Work within the State‑mandated inventory control system to ensure compliance with labeling and inventory controls.

• Minimum high school or G.E.D. equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience in packaging, production, or manufacturing; cannabis industry experience strongly preferred.
• Previous leadership experience or lead‑level responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of packaging processes, quality standards, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Ability to train, motivate, and guide team members professionally and clearly.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Comfortable working with tracking systems, spreadsheets, or cannabis compliance software (e.g., METRC).
• Remain compliant with all legal and company regulations.
• Effective communication via email and phone.
• Reliable transportation.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends if requested.
• At least 21 years of age and able to obtain and maintain all state‑required cannabis badging, including a pre‑employment background check.
• Valid driver’s license or state .

• Capable of sitting, squatting, standing, kneeling, bending, or walking for long durations.
• Ability to push, pull, or lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Potential exposure to dust, pollen, and plant pathogens.
• May require daily use of provided PPE.

Maryland Pay Range: $23 - $23 USD

• Paid time off (PTO) including 8 paid holidays per year*
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance*
• 401k retirement savings plan*
• Company‑paid Short‑Term & Long‑Term disability*
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee referral program

* For full‑time positions only

We want our story to be one that fosters an inclusive culture and provides an enriching employee experience. As an equal‑opportunity employer, we embrace individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. We believe in providing equal opportunities to all individuals, including those who may have encountered legal issues related to previous marijuana laws. We understand that these laws have disproportionately impacted certain communities and individuals.

We are committed to considering all candidates based on their qualifications, skills, and potential to contribute to our team, rather than focusing solely on past legal encounters. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those with past involvement with the legal system, to apply for positions within our organization.

As set forth in Story Cannabis’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.