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Packaging Associate

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Eliot, MEOn-site$17/hr
Posted Monday, 9/28/2026

East Coast Cannabis is looking for dependable, detail-oriented Packaging Associate to help prepare premium cannabis products for our dispensary shelves across Maine. From flower and pre-rolls to concentrates, vape carts, and infused edibles, you'll play an important role in producing products our customers trust.

This is a full-time, hands-on manufacturing position ideal for someone who enjoys staying active, working with a team, and taking pride in producing high-quality work. No cannabis experience is required, we'll teach you everything you need to know.

A Day in the Role -

Package a wide range of cannabis products, including:

Flower

  • Jarred 
  • Mylar

Pre-rolls

  • Singles
  • Multipacks

Concentrates

  • Vape Carts
  • Badder
  • Sugar 
  • Live Rosin

Edibles

  • Hard Candies
  • Gummies
  • Varitey of Chocolate
  • Peanut Butter Coves

Other daily tasks include:

  • 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 $600 sign-on bonus after 90 days, plus enjoy one of the most generous employee discount programs in the state.

Required skills:
  • Must be able to adapt quickly to changes in policy, procedure and technique
  • Employee must exhibit personal hygiene and follow the health guidelines set forth by the company and the state while processing patient medicine
  • Ability to listen well and communicate effectively with various audiences, especially with the direct supervisors and co-workers
  • Ability to perform a monotonous task with great efficiency over 8-hour work periods without losing quality
  • Must work well in a group and independently; demonstrate self-motivation and initiative
  • Must pass any and all required pre-employment screenings
  • Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry
  • Must possess valid driver’s license or state ID card
  • Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
  • Must be approved by state badging agency to work in cannabis industry
  • High School Education or GED required
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.