Company’s Mission Statement
Located in Maine, Wellness Connection of Maine is a medical cannabis company operating in full compliance with state and local law.
Our mission is to provide qualified Maine patients with the highest quality medical cannabis at reasonable cost to them, to support patients’ full-spectrum wellness, and to foster education about medical cannabis throughout the state.
Overview of Position
The Wellness Connection of Maine Labeling and Packaging + Extraction Flex Assistant is responsible for assisting both the Labeling and Packaging Coordinator as well as the Extraction Manager. The Labeling and Packaging + Extraction Flex Assistant is responsible for supporting the Labeling and Packaging Coordinator for production needs as they arise. This could include designing labels, printing labels and applying labels as needed. This position will also provide the daily care and focused attention necessary to process and package clean, potent, safe extracted products for our customers. The successful candidate will possess a keen attention to detail and record keeping, and a willingness to continually learn more about the subject.
Core Competencies
To succeed, the Labeling and Packaging + Extraction Flex Assistant must be: Passionate, Informed, Approachable, Energetic and Trustworthy
The Labeling and Packaging + Extraction Flex Assistant must exemplify WCM values of Personal, Reliable, Good-Natured and Trailblazer
The Labeling and Packaging + Extraction Flex Assistant must consistently and uncompromisingly embody and demonstrate the following:
· Integrity
· Personal Accountability
· Teamwork
· Problem Solving
· Confidence
· Flexibility
Duties and Responsibilities
- Familiarity with WCM label coding
- Understand and implement WCM branding requirements; examples include design details such as font size, font type, alignment, etc.
- Verify barcode for scan-ability
- Work with labeling software to design, modify and print labels as needed.
- Understand and have the ability to operate the labeling equipment
- Print labels as required to support business needs
- Interact with WCM’s external packaging and labeling partners to ensure all aspects of packaging and labeling comply with the Office of Marijuana Policy requirements
- Complete paperwork by following WCM standard operating procedures
- Work with the Product Manager and Labeling and Packaging Coordinator on label creation/design
- Works with Labeling and Packaging Coordinator to ensure proper supply of packaging is provided to meet daily/weekly business needs
- Actively engage with internal and external teams to coordinate and resolve issues
- Works closely with Product Manager to ensure all product packaging remains compliant
· This position may also perform other duties related to the successful operation of the Company as requested by the Production Manager and/or Director of Production Operations
Qualifications
Education
· High school diploma or GED
Work Experience Required
· Work history showing progressive responsibility, willingness to accept additional projects or challenges
· 1-2 years in a production environment
Skills and Abilities
· Excellent time-management skills
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Effective multi-tasking capabilities
· Logical problem-solving skills
· Ability to effectively plan and prioritize
· Ability to maintain confidentiality
· Ability to focus; attention to detail
· Skill at using computers
· Mechanical skill
· Ability to work effectively as part of a team
· Ability to remain calm in periods of high stress or unusual activity
· Absolute reliability and honesty
· This position does not have supervisory responsibilities
Physical Requirements
· Extended time standing, sitting, walking, bending, and reaching
· Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds for a distance of 100 feet
· Close visual focus required
· This position occasionally requires the extended and repetitive use of arms, hands and fingers
· Maine state resident
· Must pass a drug test and background check (state mandated)
Starting Pay: $16/hr