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Cannabis Associate Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Budtender - Part-Time

Grant, MI · On-site

$13.25 - $15.25/hr

... quality cannabis products and exceptional retail experiences. What we're looking for... The Sales Associate is responsible for delivering world-class customer service while driving sales through ...

Budtender - Part-Time

Constantine, MI · On-site

$14.75 - $17/hr

... quality cannabis products and exceptional retail experiences. What we're looking for... The Sales Associate is responsible for delivering world-class customer service while driving sales through ...

Budtender - Part-Time

Buchanan, MI · On-site

$15 - $17.25/hr

... quality cannabis products and exceptional retail experiences. What we're looking for... The Sales Associate is responsible for delivering world-class customer service while driving sales through ...

Budtender - Part-Time

Buchanan, MI · On-site

$15 - $17.25/hr

... quality cannabis products and exceptional retail experiences. What we're looking for... The Sales Associate is responsible for delivering world-class customer service while driving sales through ...

Budtender - Part-Time

Constantine, MI · On-site

$14.75 - $17/hr

... quality cannabis products and exceptional retail experiences. What we're looking for... The Sales Associate is responsible for delivering world-class customer service while driving sales through ...

Budtender - Part-Time

Webberville, MI · On-site

$15.75 - $18.25/hr

... cannabis products that align with their needs and preferences. By combining deep product knowledge with a proactive sales approach, the Sales Associate helps create a positive shopping experience ...

Budtender - Part-Time

Webberville, MI · On-site

$15.75 - $18.25/hr

... cannabis products that align with their needs and preferences. By combining deep product knowledge with a proactive sales approach, the Sales Associate helps create a positive shopping experience ...

Inventory Support

Berkley, MI

$14.75 - $18.50/hr

Utilizing a scale to weigh cannabis flower for individual packaging * Stickering all product that is received * Daily janitorial duties in processing area and equipment What we're looking for.

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Cannabis Associate information

What is a cannabis associate?

Cannabis Associates are retail professionals who work in dispensaries or cannabis stores, assisting customers with product selection, providing information about strains and usage, and ensuring compliance with local regulations. They are often responsible for checking IDs, maintaining inventory, and educating customers on safe and legal consumption. Cannabis Associates play a key role in creating a welcoming environment, answering customer questions, and facilitating sales transactions. Their knowledge of product types, effects, and legal considerations is essential to their role.

What does a cannabis associate do?

Cannabis Associates are primarily responsible for assisting customers with product selection, answering questions about strains and usage, and ensuring compliance with all local and state regulations. They handle transactions at the point of sale, maintain inventory, and help keep the dispensary clean and organized. Additionally, Cannabis Associates often collaborate closely with other team members to provide a positive customer experience and stay updated on new products and industry trends. This role requires excellent customer service skills and attention to detail, especially when verifying identification and processing sales.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cannabis associate?

To thrive as a Cannabis Associate, you need a solid understanding of cannabis products, compliance regulations, and excellent customer service skills, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, inventory management tools, and state-specific tracking software like METRC is typically required. Strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to educate customers make someone stand out in this role. These skills ensure legal compliance, enhance customer satisfaction, and contribute to smooth and responsible dispensary operations.

What is the difference between Cannabis Associate vs Budtender?

AspectCannabis AssociateBudtender
CertificationsMay require state-specific cannabis trainingOften requires similar certifications, plus customer service training
Work EnvironmentDispensaries, cultivation centers, retail storesDispensaries, retail cannabis stores
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting with product inventory, maintaining store standards, customer supportProviding product recommendations, educating customers, sales
Industry UsageCommon entry-level role in cannabis retail and cultivationPrimary role in retail cannabis stores, customer interaction

Both Cannabis Associates and Budtenders work in dispensaries and require knowledge of cannabis products. While Cannabis Associates often focus on inventory and store operations, Budtenders primarily engage with customers, offering product advice and education. The roles overlap in certifications and work environments, but their main focus differs: operational support versus customer service.

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Infographic showing various Cannabis Associate job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution.

Back of House Associate (LIV Westland) FT

Common Citizen

Westland, MI • On-site

$16/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago


Common Citizen rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

13th of 33 rated cannabis dispensaries


Job description

Description
Job Title: BOH (Back of House) Associate
Department: Retail
Reports to: BOH (Back of House) Manager
FSLA Status: Non- Exempt
About Us
Common Citizen is proud to be a Michigan-based cannabis company committed to changing the social stigma that prevents people from enjoying the greater quality of life that cannabis can provide. Our company is founded on two principles: 'cannabis for humanity' and 'change for the better'. 'Cannabis for humanity' meaning we put people first in everything we do - from our safe, high quality cannabis plants to our world-class customer experience to our caring workplace environment. 'Change for the better' meaning that we have an insatiable desire to make ourselves, our product and our team experience better each and every day. In fact, we are working hard to become and be recognized as a Great Place to Work Best Workplaces in the USA.
About This Role
Every position at Common Citizen from seed to sale, is contributing to our mission to serve our fellow citizens of Michigan with the highest quality, safest cannabis product through our highly individualized and education-oriented provisioning centers. The Back of House Associate will assist with all inventory activities and will be responsible for auditing to ensure accurate inventory counts.
Responsibilities
Outlined below is what we see you doing at this point in time. We are a fast-growing company looking for people that are excited to grow along with us.
Responsibilities include but not limited to:
  • Assist in initial loss prevention processes.
  • Maintain organized and consistent stocking and packaging systems for inputs, outputs, and intermediates.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment that ensures the compliance storage of all items in an operational manner.
  • Use and maintain all inventory tracking systems.
  • Audit the physical inventory to ensure that the virtual inventory aligns precisely.
  • Maintain PAR levels of inventory of solvents and gasses.
  • Handle inventory listings in METRC.
  • Track both regulated and non-regulated inventory.
  • Maintain accurate records including audits and manifests.

The Experience You Bring and the Skills we Need:
  • Knowledgeable in METRC.
  • Microsoft office suite. General knowledge of Google Documents and Microsoft Excel.
  • Superior communication skills.
  • Must be highly organized and have extreme attention to detail while multitasking.
  • Solution oriented.
  • Can work fast and be flexible; our industry is always changing
  • Problem solving skills
    This is a dynamic team, and as such daily tasks may vary, resulting in a fast paced and lively work environment.

Physical Requirements
  • Regularly required to stand/walk for entire shift.
  • Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
  • Reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
  • Frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Why You'd Love This Role
You have:
  • A high level of professionalism and believe in our founding principles: "Cannabis for humanity" and "Change for the better". As such, you enjoy being involved in the community and being a steward for the company and the positive change that we believe in.
  • A passion for providing the residents and visitors of Michigan with the highest quality and safest cannabis products in the state.
  • A desire to change the social perception of cannabis and a passion for humanity.
  • A constant desire to learn new skills and believe in continuous improvement, both personally and professionally.
  • Value integrity and honesty and want to bring those values to the cannabis industry.
  • Enjoy being part of a team and sharing your skills with your fellow citizens.
  • An appreciation for all stages of the production cycle of cannabis, including harvesting, trimming and processing.

We offer:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision benefits active first of the month following your first day of employment.
  • Paid time off.
  • Employee discount.
  • Employee sponsored life insurance.
  • Employee assistance program.
  • 401K & 401K matching.

Common Citizen is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an environment of mutual respect for all people. If you are a member of an equity group, you are encouraged to self-identify, on your application, cover letter or resume.
***Must be at least 21 years of age as required by the Cannabis Regulatory Association**

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