Description
East Coast Cannabis is looking for a motivated and hard-working Packaging Associate to join our Manufacturing Team in Eliot, Maine. This is an exciting entry-level opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys hands-on work, and wants to be part of a collaborative, high-performing team.
No prior cannabis experience is required, we provide all training. A background in production, manufacturing, or fast-paced labor roles is a plus.
This role is active, repetitive, and detail-oriented, but also incredibly rewarding. Our Manufacturing Team takes pride in producing and packaging high-end flower, pre-rolls, edibles, and concentrates. If you're reliable, energetic, and excited to join Maine's growing cannabis industry, we'd love to meet you!
What You'll Do
Package a wide range of cannabis products, including:
- Flower
- Pre-rolls
- Concentrates
- Edibles
Inspect finished goods to ensure ECC's quality and brand standards are met.
Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work environment.
Keep steady, accurate packaging rates to meet weekly production goals.
Use scales to weigh product (eighths, quarters, pre-rolls, concentrates, etc.) with precision.
Safely and properly operate heat-sealing equipment.
Load and unload items from machines, carts, and dollies.
Assist with unloading, organizing, and storing packaging or manufacturing supplies.
Support general facility cleaning and sanitation responsibilities.
Adapt quickly to changing priorities or tasks throughout the day.
Work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating initiative and strong work ethic.
Communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers.
Follow hygiene expectations and health guidelines set by ECC and state regulations.
Follow instructions thoroughly and complete tasks with accuracy and consistency.
Bonus Perk: Join the team and earn a $200 sign-on bonus after 90 days, plus enjoy one of the most generous employee discount programs in the state.
Salary
$17 USD per hour
Required Skills
- Ability to adapt quickly to changes in procedures, priorities, and techniques.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently on repetitive tasks.
- Excellent listening and communication skills.
- Ability to maintain high-quality output over an 8-hour shift.
- Strong initiative, reliability, and ability to work both independently and in a team setting.
- Must maintain personal hygiene and follow company/state cleanliness standards.
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Must be 21+ with a valid driver's license or state ID.
- Must pass all required pre-employment screenings.
- Must obtain and maintain approval from the state (OCP) to work in the cannabis industry.
- Must remain compliant with all company and state regulations.
Desired Skills
- 1+ years working in production environment required
- Experience processing medical cannabis or other botanicals highly desirable
- A solid understanding of the Cannabis laws, rules and regulations and passion to further their understanding and knowledge of the industry and the laws.
About East Coast Cannabis
East Coast Cannabis operates a state-of-the-art cultivation facility where we nourish and craft exceptional cannabis cultivars with precision and care. Our state-licensed kitchen uses these cultivars to create precise, consistent, and thoughtfully formulated cannabis-infused edible experiences designed to complement both active and relaxed lifestyles.
With infrastructure designed by forward-thinking engineers, our laboratory produces terpene-rich extracts tailored to a variety of applications and consumer preferences. In our retail stores, you'll find the latest cannabis accessories, durable high-quality active apparel, and authentically Maine-inspired gear.
Every East Coast Cannabis team member is experienced, skilled, and committed to ongoing training to ensure we maintain the most current methodologies, compliance standards, and practical innovations within our industry.
Benefits
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Best in class industry experience
Equal opportunity employer
East Coast Cannabis is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
