Who We Are: Schwazze (OTCQX: SHWZ) is executing its vision to become the most admired vertically integrated cannabis company in Colorado and beyond. Our portfolio consists of top-tier licensed brands in extraction, infused-product manufacturing, dispensary operations, consulting, and nutrients. Schwazze is led by Colorado cannabis experts with proven experience in product and business development and top-tier executives from Fortune 500 companies. As a leading platform for vertical integration, we believe our ability to deliver best in class service and innovative products and services to our customers is the product of the talent, teamwork, and passion of our teams.

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Job Title: Packaging Associate

Job Type: Manufacturing

Reports to: Packaging Lead

Salary Range: $16 - $19 per hour

Location: Purplebee’s - 30899 US-50 BUS, Pueblo, CO 81006

Position Objective:

We are seeking a strong individual for our packaging department, to include inventory control, filling hardware, quality control, working with cannabis plant material, and the construction of the final Purplebee’s product for sale. The individual must have a good understanding of the Metrc Inventory Tracking System and the MED rules and regulations. Our packaging department is a fast-paced work environment that requires attention to detail. As a Packaging Associate, the work performed by the employee shall be under the general supervision of the packaging department leader.

Essential Functions:

• Fill, box, and label product to meet daily packaging targets according to SOPS
• Prep, sample, and run plant material through a variety of pre-roll machines
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly routine inventory tracking and spreadsheets
• Perform daily janitorial tasks (sweeping, cleaning, mopping, taking out trash, washing fixtures, etc.) of assigned work area areas
• Develop an autonomous command of all packaging procedures
• Ensure all finished goods have been checked to meet quality standards
• Develop a strong understanding of the Metrc Inventory Tracking System
• Ensure all production is accurately recorded into the ERP tracking system
• Observe and maintain the highest standards of 5S methodology
• Execute daily, weekly, and monthly routine equipment cleaning and maintenance
• Package finished products with a high degree of task-focus
• Adhere to all safety rules and regulations
• Ensures work area is clean and free of safety hazards
• Strong attention to detail and maintain overall quality of the materials through production process
• A positive and professional attitude and a consistent work ethic; must be self-motivated and work well alone as well as on a team.
• Ability to remain flexible to changes in responsibilities and scheduling
• Ability to obtain Colorado Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED) badge

Key Competencies:

• Possess an inquisitive mindset, remains persistently eager to learn new things and maintain knowledge regarding rules and regulations
• Relationship Management: Demonstrated skills and experience developing leadership relationships, with strong executive presence and confidence.
• Decision Making: Ability to make decisions with significant, broad implications for the management and operations of a major department or multiple departments. Maintains composure and focus and provides leadership in crisis situations.
• Problem Solving: Ability to address problems that are broad, complex and abstract, often system-wide issues and requiring substantial creativity, resourcefulness, staff engagement, negotiation and diplomacy to develop solutions.
• Independence of Action: Ability to follow set direction and vision for major departments or multiple departments. Adheres to priorities and follows policies
• Oral Communications: Ability to verbally communicate complex concepts and address sensitive situations, resolve conflicts, negotiate, motivate and persuade others.
• Customer Service: Ability to lead operational initiatives to meet or exceed customer service standards and expectations in assigned unit(s) and/or across multiple areas in a timely and respectful manner.

Education and Experience Required:

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• High School Diploma or GED
• Must possess, at his/her own expense, an unexpired MED Industry Employee badge prior to employment and at all times thereafter as an employee of the company.
• Must be able to stand and sit for extended periods at a time
• Must be able to lift a 50-pound load and carry it for 50 feet repeatedly
• Multi-tasking
• Self-starter
• Strong Communication
• Teamwork/interpersonal skills
• Critical thinking
• Possess a high level of multitasking in a fast-paced work environment

Working Conditions (Schedule, Environment, Travel)

• This position is held within a highly compliant and secured manufacturing facility.
• Willing to perform additional duties as necessary to maintain a compliant, clean, safe, and inviting environment for our team members and customers supporting all licensed activities is required.

Schedule will vary depending on the needs of the business (Nights, Weekends, Holidays included).

Schwazze is committed to fairness and equality of opportunity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.