Packaging Associate

Position Summary

The Packaging Associate is responsible for supporting packaging operations in a safe, efficient, and compliant manner while maintaining product quality, accurate documentation, inventory accuracy, and regulatory requirements. This role works collaboratively with team members and cross-functional departments to achieve production goals in a highly regulated manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

· Follow all Good Production Practices (GPP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), quality standards, and regulatory requirements, including compliance with the Cannabis Act.

· Perform packaging activities safely, efficiently, and accurately while maintaining product quality and meeting production targets.

· Complete line clearances, reconciliations, in-process quality checks, and all required documentation accurately and on time.

· Maintain accurate production records to support product traceability, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance.

· Utilize computers and electronic systems to complete production documentation, access work instructions, record production information, and support daily operations.

· Perform inventory transactions and maintain accurate inventory records using company inventory management systems.

· Verify materials, components, and finished goods to ensure inventory accuracy and product traceability.

· Maintain a clean, organized, and inspection-ready work environment through proper cleaning, sanitation, material handling, and waste disposal practices.

· Demonstrate strong attention to detail to ensure product integrity, consistency, and compliance with quality standards.

· Identify and communicate safety, quality, inventory, process, or production concerns in a timely manner and support efforts to resolve issues.

· Work collaboratively with team members and cross-functional departments to achieve production goals while maintaining a positive and respectful work environment.

· Adapt to changing priorities and support multiple products, processes, and production areas as required.

· Participate in continuous improvement, 5S, workplace organization, and operational excellence initiatives.

· Demonstrate reliability, accountability, and a commitment to safety, quality, attendance, and productivity expectations.

Qualifications & Skills

· Previous experience in a manufacturing, packaging, production, or warehouse environment is considered an asset.

· Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.

· Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

· Comfortable using computers, production software, and electronic documentation systems.

· Experience with inventory management, ERP, warehouse, or inventory tracking systems is an asset.

· Strong communication and teamwork skills.

· Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

· Commitment to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.

· Comfortable performing repetitive tasks and standing for extended periods.

· Ability to lift up to 50 lbs when required.

· Familiarity with GPP, quality systems, and regulated manufacturing environments is an asset.