Production Associate

Overview

Join Bud & Mary's — a multi-state, premier cannabis operator committed to Empathy, Excellence, and delivering Value to our communities and customers. As a Production Associate on our Manufacturing team, you'll be part of a collaborative, safety-first environment where attention to detail and consistent quality matter every day. This frontline role supports cultivation-to-consumer operations: performing production-line tasks such as trimming, weighing, dosing, filling, packaging, labeling, sanitation, and batch documentation. You will follow SOPs and state regulations to ensure product safety and compliance, help meet daily production targets, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts. Bud & Mary’s offers a culture focused on growth, training, and career pathways across our Colorado, Michigan, Missouri, and Iowa operations.

Pay range: $18 to $20 per hour

Required skills

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• High school diploma or GED (or equivalent experience)
• Ability to follow written Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and compliance protocols accurately
• Strong attention to detail and consistency for repetitive tasks (trimming, weighing, filling, labeling)
• Basic math and quality-record keeping skills for batching and inventory logs
• Comfortable using Windows-based software or production tracking tools for data entry
• Able to work standing for long periods, perform repetitive hand tasks, and lift up to 50 lbs safely
• Demonstrated reliability with good time management and consistent attendance
• Ability to work on-site and be flexible to rotate shifts (including early mornings or evenings as needed)
• Ability to pass required pre-employment screenings and any state licensing/badging requirements
• Strong teamwork and communication skills; ability to take direction and provide constructive feedback

Desired skills

• Prior experience in cannabis production, processing, or manufacturing environments
• Familiarity with state cannabis regulations, seed-to-sale systems, and batch traceability
• Experience with packaging equipment, capping/filling machines, or light mechanical troubleshooting
• Food-safety or GMP/HACCP training or certification
• Quality control or inspection experience, including product sampling and basic testing procedures
• Forklift or pallet jack certification and safe operation experience
• Demonstrated interest in career growth within manufacturing, quality, or operations roles

Preferred seniority

Overall: Entry level (less than 2 years)

Cannabis industry: None or higher

Related job titles

cannabis, cannabis packaging, cannabis packager

About Bud & Mary's

Bud & Mary's is a premier cannabis operator with a portfolio of brands dedicated to providing top-tier products and exceptional consumer experiences. Operating across multiple states, including Colorado, Michigan, Missouri, and Iowa, we are committed to quality, innovation, and community, delivering a diverse range of cannabis products for medical and recreational users alike.

Our core values drive everything we do, resulting in the best possible Bud & Mary's cannabis products.

Empathy: Empathy is the active, intentional effort to understand, appreciate, and connect with the circumstances and perspective of others—our teammates, our customers, and our partners. It means prioritizing the well-being and safety of the people around us, creating an environment where employees feel safe to approach supervisors, and leading with compassion, patience, and a positive attitude. This includes the courage to initiate and navigate difficult conversations with respect and grace.

Excellence: Excellence is the relentless, curious pursuit of technical precision, skillfulness, and accuracy in our roles. It is the commitment to continuous learning and leadership that means leveraging our understanding of cannabis science to teach, train, and uplift the entire organization. We focus on our strategic goals, ensuring that every action represents a contribution toward achieving high impact results for our team and our customers.

Value: Value is the tangible, measurable, and positive impact we bring to our communities, customers, and the industry. Delivering true value is the ultimate result of practicing Empathy and Excellence; it requires the integrity to handle difficult conversations and the commitment to growth—of our business, our individual skills, and our people—to consistently deliver our best work for every customer.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Equal opportunity employer

Bud & Mary's is an Equal Opportunity Employer.