Production Associate (Albany)

About the Role
Our client is a fast-growing cannabis company focused on quality, teamwork, and doing things the right way. They produce high-quality cannabis products for both medical and adult-use customers and are looking for reliable, motivated people to join their production team.

This is a  great entry-level opportunity  for someone who wants to get started in the cannabis industry. No advanced experience is required— training is provided. If you enjoy hands-on work, following clear instructions, and being part of a team, this role could be a great fit for you.
 
What You'll Be Doing
As a Production Associate, you'll help package and prepare cannabis products so they're ready to be shipped to customers. Your day-to-day tasks may include:

• Packaging and labeling cannabis products like flower, pre-rolls, vapes, and infused items
• Weighing products carefully and checking labels for accuracy
• Keeping work areas clean, organized, and inspection-ready
• Following step-by-step instructions and safety rules
• Working with your team to meet daily production goals
• Completing basic paperwork and tracking products correctly

This is a  fast-paced, hands-on role  where attention to detail really matters.
What We're Looking For

• Willingness to learn and follow instructions
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to do repetitive tasks while staying focused
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented
• Comfortable working on your feet for most of the shift
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

No cannabis experience?  That's okay—training is provided.
Nice to Have (But Not Required)

• Previous experience in manufacturing, warehouse, or packaging work
• Experience working with quality checks or production goals

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, sit, and walk for long periods (8-10 hours)
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (heavier items with help)
• Frequent use of hands for packaging and labeling
• Reaching, bending, and squatting as needed
• Ability to wear required protective gear (PPE), such as gloves, masks, hair nets, scrubs, and non-slip shoes

Work Environment

• Indoor production setting
• Exposure to strong smells (cannabis), humidity, and temperature changes
• Use of cleaning products like isopropyl alcohol
• Loud noises from machinery and equipment
• Exposure to CO₂ processes at OSHA-approved levels

Why Work With Our Client?

• Stable full-time schedule (no weekends)
• Entry-level opportunity with room to grow
• Supportive team environment
• Be part of a growing cannabis company making an impact

About Vangst:
Vangst is the cannabis industry's hiring platform. Vangst helps cannabis companies find the talent they need to grow their business. From on-demand gig workers to trained & credential full-time employees, Vangst has built the industry's go-to talent marketplace for all cannabis hiring. Vangst is proud to work with 1,200+ of the cannabis industry's leading businesses.
 
Since raising their seed round in 2018, Vangst has become one of the fastest growing companies in the cannabis industry and was recognized as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies. Today, over 300,000 people have full-time jobs in the cannabis industry and this number is expected to triple over the next five years. Vangst is on a mission to fill every job in the cannabis industry. Vangst's headquarters is in Denver, CO. Vangst is a Series B company and backed by Lerer Hippeau, Colle Capital, Level One Fund, Snoop Dogg's Casa Verde Capital, and others.
 
Vangst provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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