Cannabis Director Laboratory Operations Jobs

ABOUT YOU
Are you passionate and ready to join an inclusive work environment, committed to leading new ideas and pathways, and to delivering value? If the answer is, “Yes!” then we have an exciting career opportunity for you. Who are we? We are Montrose, a leading environmental services company with 2,500 employees across 70 locations worldwide, focused on supporting clients as they deal with the environmental challenges of today, and prepare for what’s coming tomorrow.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
Our Mission is: To help protect the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the soil that feeds us, and is supported by our Principles: We Value Our People, We Value Our Community, We Value Our Clients, We Value Our Shareholders. We care for the well-being of our people and offer:

• Competitive compensation packages
• Industry leading benefits packages including company paid life and disability insurance
• Paid parental leave benefits
• Progressive vacation policies and company holidays including floating holidays to meet the diverse needs of our people.
• 401(k) plan offered
• A financial assistance program to help support peers in need
• An educational reimbursement program
• Access to best rates in the industry to bring your student loan debt down to size

A DAY IN THE LIFE
Enthalpy Analytical, is part of the larger organization, Montrose Environmental Group. Enthalpy is comprised of 11 laboratories servicing air, water, soil, tobacco, cannabis, and toxicity testing. Regulations drive the need for our services, but our unique capabilities allow us to add value to clients beyond environmental compliance.
The Regional Operations Director will have supervisory control of all operations and production aspects of multiple laboratories. The Laboratory Regional Operations Director is primarily responsible for the application and development of the labs’ resources to meet current and future client requirements with lab directors and service center managers reporting to them. The Regional Operations Director is responsible for the development and execution of short- and long-term goals within the region. Critical to the success of the region is creating a sense of in-region collaboration between all sites as well as across Enthalpy’s national lab network.
As a key member of the Team, this role will be responsible for a full range of activities including:

• Define, revise and implement policies and guidelines for the organization.
• The Regional Operations Director responsibilities encompass the general business management of the region, and all its resources, including equipment, facilities and personnel.
• The ability to lead, manage and inspire staff to adopt goals for their department, business, and region through effective communication and goal setting.
• Ensure that the highest standards of quality and customer service are maintained.
• Guide laboratory directors and service center managers throughout the region in developing capabilities that address client needs in a service-oriented manner that maximizes profitability.
• Identify problems and opportunities and come up with insightful solutions as they arise.
• Keep abreast of new technical developments. Lead continuous improvement initiatives to increase quality of services and operational efficiency.
• Foster a unified culture and facilitate collaboration, cooperation, sharing of information and teamwork.
• Manage staff in accordance with organization’s policies and applicable regulations.
• Participate in the development, implementation, and monitoring of the lab’s and region’s operating budget. Establish standards for cost control and waste reduction. Monitor utilization patterns of services and advise on developing trends.
• Implement corporate programs and directives for Operations, Personnel, Facilities, IT and Financial management.
• Have a thorough understanding of financial and budgeting processes and principles that allow for proper budgeting and achieving quarterly and annual budgeted revenue and profitability goals.
• Work with business development and marketing teams to leverage capabilities within region to current and future clients.
• Support the company vision, mission and policies
• Communicate frequently, effectively, clearly, and honestly. Tailor the message to the audience being address, e.g. leadership messages may have more detail and urgency than messages intended for rank and file.
• Up to 30% travel, 20% in region and 10% nationally

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties and responsibilities.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemistry, Biology, or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience required with multiple site responsibility
• Must have familiarity with the assays performed within laboratory
• Must understand the drivers that motivate customers to purchase assays from their lab
• Experience in managing P&L

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Effectiveness - Positive outcomes and results of communication skills
• Conflict resolution skills - Removes/breaks down organizational communication barriers
• Assertion Skills - Problem diagnosis, assess corrective actions and implement them fully, with follow-up

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified.
MAKE THE MOVE
From comprehensive air measurement and laboratory services to regulatory compliance, emergency response, permitting, engineering, and remediation, Montrose delivers innovative and practical design, engineering and operational solutions that keep its clients on top of their immediate needs – and well ahead of the strategic curve. We are a fast-paced and dynamic team. At Montrose, you
are your own boss, but you will get tons of guidance and plenty of support from talented, super-smart colleagues. Therefore, if freedom, autonomy, head-scratching professional challenges attract you, we’d love to speak with you.
Want to know more about us? Visit
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and have fun!
Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Montrose is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities.

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Director of Lab and Facility Operations at SunGrown Hemp Co.

SunGrown Hemp Co. is on a mission to fundamentally change the cannabis industry through sustained methods of excellence and refinement. SunGrown follows rigorous operations and business practices to ensure the quality, safety, consistency and efficacy of its products and is building its business by following strong values and putting the well-being of its customers and employees first. For more information: www.sungrownhempco.com

SunGrown is looking for a detail-oriented Director to lead our Lab and Facility Operations.

Responsibilities of the Director will include implementing and maintaining processes related to the preparation of final form products, wholesale distillate, and management of SunGown’s primary facility in White Springs, FL. The role will be responsible for the successful execution for people management, continuous improvement, daily facility management, and process of all production.

Create and Drive Business Value

• Lead the refinement and concentrate operations

• Enable sustainable growth and achieve financial objectives through increased efficiencies and process improvements.

• Work closely with other team members to manage product supply and our supply chain to ensure timely delivery of products

• Maintain compliance for all best practices and regulatory standards

Refinement/Concentrate Processing and Extraction

• Proven track record and in depth understanding of refinement and concentrate process and equipment.

• Ensure team goals align with strategic direction & execute them on time

• Ensure proper allocation of labor between different extraction and concentrate processes

• Actively recruit and retain top talent

• Train employees on best practices, inventory management, compliance, innovation, continuous improvement

• Manage lab team providing training and development through proper SOP's and hands on engagement

• Maintain compliance inventory tracking and systems regulations/policies

• Aid in the sourcing and implementation for equipment as it pertains to refinement, production, and extraction while ensuring scalability to meet growing demand

• Coordinate with the flower team to utilize available flower products to meet the needs of specific cannabis concentrate demands

• Coordinate with the inventory/production teams to understand specific needs in order to maintain an efficient and consistent supply of material.

• Execute all daily and weekly production schedules

• Standard operating procedures, quality controls & measures

• Quality Control and Continuous Improvement Capability

• Refinement and Lab team schedule & communication cadence

• Effective risk management processes

• Specific safety requirements for machine use and processing techniques

• Contingency plans to ensure business continuity plans

• Proper product & work-in-process tracking, movement, and product security

• Encourage sharing of best practices within the team; break down barriers to teamwork; resolves conflict effectively

• Foster a culture of teamwork and compliance that rewards innovative thinking and cultivates success

Experience in managing large teams

• Proven ability to lead, inspire, and motivate teamwork

• Proven ability to lead lean operations, quality improvement, and scale-up initiatives in an extraction and concentrates manufacturing operation

• Ability to effectively work with cross-functional partners to implement effective SOPs and scalable solutions

• Be a reliable resource in manufacturing projects

• Ability to plan and execute against demand/production schedules

• Demonstrated business acumen and professional presence; able to assess financial implications of decisions and actions; able to understand how strategies and tactics work in the marketplace and the potential impact to the company

• Have a proven track record of delivering results, leading people, and driving improvement all pertinent updates covering production rates, obstacles, needs to support the business

• Experience interacting with Director and VP levels of leadership

Balance priorities with constrained resources

• In a fast paced, every evolving industry, this leader must manage ambiguity masterfully

• Develop structure while operating in a continued startup and emerging environment

• Balance the many priorities and conflicts inherent in a rapidly evolving environment with high demand for inventory resources

• Identify and understand systems problems through regular and direct and indirect interaction with the systems users, employing feasibility studies and functionality analysis

• Ability to effectively communicate within all levels of the organization

Qualifications and Skills:

• Age 21 or over (Required)

• High School diploma or equivalent (Required)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Engineering, Computer Science, Math or other related technical field and/or Business Administration (Strongly Preferred)

• Advanced degree in technology-related discipline and Business Administration preferred. Ideally has deep technical knowledge (Strongly Preferred)

• Proven success and experience in preparation of raw materials, cannabis refinement processes, and purification of cannabinoids and production of concentrate products.

• Proven experience in successfully leading large teams producing a variety of concentrate products through extraction and refinement methodologies

• Professional demeanor and ability to interact at executive level with persuasiveness and confidence

• Exceptional analytical skills in pertinent areas related to role of extraction, refinement, and concentrate product methods and techniques

• In-depth understanding of compliance laws for the Florida cannabis industry

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication and time management skills Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time

• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery

• The person in this position frequently communicates with direct reports as well as various cross-functional partners. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

• In Normal Travel conditions must be able to travel domestically and internationally up to 10% of the time

• Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and encourage our employees' differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique.

www.sungrownhempco.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $121,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Experience:

• Facilities Management: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Remotely:

• No

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Description:

Iron Sight Industries is an industrial hemp extraction and processing veteran-owned company. We’re looking for an experienced and highly talented Director of Laboratory Operations to join our founding team. The Director of Laboratory Operations will have a chance to own an equity stake alongside a world-class founding team as we get our industrial hemp extraction and processing site off the ground in Central Oregon. You would report directly to the Chief Operating Officer and play a key role as part of the executive team.

The Director of Laboratory Operations will be responsible for managing all aspects of our extraction laboratory, including processing hemp biomass, crude oil extraction, refined oil distillation, analysis, formulation, storage, and HS&E (health, safety and environmental).

The Director of Laboratory Operations will be responsible for the daily functions of the production and analytical laboratory departments including leading extraction, analytical testing, and post-processing operations. The Director of Laboratory Operations will lead, develop and manage both direct and indirect reports in intra and inter-departmental activities.

In this role, the Director of Laboratory Operations will also collaborate with the QA/QC team and key management in the achievement and maintenance of the company’s quality accreditations and certifications including, but not limited to, cGMP, ISO, SQF, and HAACP.

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

• Operate sophisticated laboratory equipment, including ensuring the proper use, function, and ongoing maintenance of all related equipment, chemicals, and other consumables
• Assist in creating standard operating procedures (SOPs) that include compliance to cGMP, ISO-17025 standards, and other relevant authorities
• Assist in training every team member to follow all SOPs regarding equipment operation, product development, and lab safety
• Maintain thorough inventory records of all plant material, chemicals, WIP, lab consumables, and finished goods
• Ensure proper safe handling and disposal of hazardous materials
• Ensure that all state and nationwide food-grade lab related credentials and standards are built into lab workflow, documentation, and other relevant areas
• Manage production planning and scheduling
• Provide frequent technical training and coaching for team members
• Develop and support new product/process introduction and development of the engineering change processes
• Evaluate and implement new processing, manufacturing, and analytical equipment
• Make recommendations regarding hiring, disciplinary actions, or career path advancement of employees
• Develop and implement a continuous improvement program with focused lab-related measurements
• Develop and implement operational key performance indicators (KPI’s) for cost, quality, safety, service, and employee development
• Lead weekly and monthly team meetings to review costs, quality, service, safety and employee development KPI's
• Work with cross-functional leaders to align and execute overall strategies
• Act as technical liaison to the sales department for new client/product development
• Develop annual operating budgets
• Develop 1 and 3-year strategic goals and objective plans

Requirements:

At least a Bachelor of Science in a science-related degree (Masters or Ph.D. preferred) and a minimum of 10 years of professional experience with at least 3 years industry scale expertise working with solvent-based extraction in a production environment such as hemp, cannabis, coffee, vegetable, or similar extraction techniques using good manufacturing practices (GMP).

Proficiency working with analytical equipment, some equipment may include HPLC, GC/MS, LCMS, qPCR, and ICP-MS.

Experience with various extraction methods as well as the purification, separation and isolation of specific compounds using technologies including but not limited to Flash and Prep chromatography.

• Ability to use statistical methods
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment; ideally with multiple daily shifts
• Working knowledge of laboratory processes
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques
• Proficient computer skills: Microsoft Office Suite, LIMS, and ERP system

Personal Attributes:

• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Willingness and ability to work in a startup environment
• Acute attention to detail
• Ability to take feedback and balance temperament to be both serious and demanding when needed, as well as friendly and approachable toward all members of the team
• Leadership qualities; has an innate ability and desire to develop employees

Management Principles:

• Team empowerment, no leadership bottleneck
• Direct, honest, and open communication at all levels
• Loyalty to team, based on standards
• Excellence and continuous cycles of improvement
• Superior customer service

Iron Sight Industries is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $50,000.00 to $120,000.00 /year

Experience:

• Industrial Extraction: 2 years (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Additional Compensation:

• Other forms

Work Location:

• One location

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

This Job Is:

• A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

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