Production Associate - Astoria, New York

Production Associate Join the Drops Team At Drops , we are dedicated to crafting high-quality, cannabis-infused edibles. Since 2019, we have expanded our reach to 800+ dispensaries across Oregon and California , providing customers with Live Rosin jellies known for their quality and consistency. As a growing company, we are looking for a Production Associate who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and is eager to contribute to multiple aspects of our operations. Position Overview As a Drops Production Associate , your primary roles will be packaging candy, and preparing product for delivery. The warehouse works on a quota system — allowing the whole team to leave early with full pay once quota is achieved for the week. This requires strong collaboration and willingness to help wherever needed. Flexibility, enthusiasm, and a desire to be an integral part of these busy teams is crucial.

Key Responsibilities Packaging:

Assemble, label, and perform quality control checks on finished products

Cooking:

Cooks, cuts and sugars candies according to

Drops SOPs Order Fulfillment:

Pull products, assign METRC tags, and create manifests

Processing:

Processes cannabis into rosin•wash, freeze dry, press, post-process

Inventory & Compliance:

Track packaging supplies, identify shortages and ensure products meet company and regulatory standards

Collaboration:

Communicate with the sales team regarding order timelines, product availability, and shipment priorities

Efficiency & Accuracy:

Work effectively within shared systems such as Google Sheets, Slack, Distru, Microsoft Suite, and METRC to maintain workflow and organization

Delivery:

Assisting the team with product deliveries

Cross-Department Support:

Assist other departments such as Kitchen and Fulfillment as needed to ensure smooth operations Qualifications & Experience 3+ years of experience in packaging, fulfillment, kitchen, or oil processing Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain focus in a fast-paced environment Comfortable working with technology-based tracking systems (e.g., METRC, Distru, Google Sheets, Microsoft Suite) Effective communication and time management skills A proactive, team-oriented mindset with a willingness to adapt and learn new skills

Physical Requirements:

Essential functions require working in a hot and cold warehouse setting. Employee must possess the ability to stand for up to 10 hours a workday and work in a fast-paced environment. Ability to reach with arms extended and/or overhead, excellent hand dexterity, ability to bend, stoop, stretch, use a stepstool, and similar activities and able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently. Compensation & Benefits $25 per hour , with full pay even if weekly quota is met early Monday•Thursday schedule , providing three-day weekends Paid time off and paid holidays Comprehensive benefits , including health, dental, and vision insurance Opportunities for advancement within a rapidly growing company Requirements 21+ years of age Background check

Valid Food Handler's Card Work Schedule & Location Location:

Astoria, NY•In-person role

Schedule:

Monday•Thursday, 6:00 AM•6:30 PM (includes two paid breaks and a 30-minute lunch) Occasional mandatory overtime may be required based on company needs We are looking for motivated individuals excited to contribute to a fast-growing company. If you are a detail-oriented, team-driven professional with fulfillment or packaging experience , we encourage you to apply. Apply today and become part of the Drops team!

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you at least 21 years of age?

Work Location:

In person