Cannabis Processing Lab Manager Jobs

Do you want to help build a state-of-the-art cannabis processing facility from the ground up? Lumiere Capital is an energetic and ambitious state-licensed cannabis processing company located just outside of Flint, Michigan. If you’re a current (or previous) Michigan METRC processing facility lab manager who wants to join a team that is determined to be one of the top cannabis brands in the market, you should consider Lumiere Capital.

You're a great candidate, if:

• You’re a current (or previous) Michigan METRC processing facility lab manager with 2+ years' experience in that role who is eligible to work in a METRC facility.
• You have several years of experience developing infused and vape product formulations (distillate, wax, shatter, diamonds, sauce, and crumble) with a demonstrated track record of customer success.
• You have significant experience operating, maintaining and overseeing infusion and basic processing equipment (Ex: Distillate and cartridge filling). This includes a dedication to maintaining a safe, organized, and clean workspace while meeting all quality control standards to ensure all products remain compliant with state regulations.
• You have significant experience in successfully training, overseeing, and managing a team of employees who can operate a processing facility on a day-to-day basis.
• You expect a respectful, inclusive, and understanding work environment where everyone can be their best selves - for both you and your colleagues. Our team does not tolerate discrimination or disrespect.
• You recognize and advocate for the importance of operating a facility that is compliant with all cannabis regulations, safety rules, hazardous material and environmental rules, and internal company processes and procedures.
• You (might) have a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related field. We value skills and experience over formal educational achievements and so a candidate with the appropriate experience with no degree will not be viewed as a worse candidate.
• You possess a strong attention to detail, the ability to work successfully both with a team and independently, and excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• In rare cases where it’s necessary, you’re able to perform repetitive tasks for extended periods of time. You’re also able to be on your feet for up to 8 hours and can occasionally help move heavy equipment. When requested, you’re willing to work longer than normal shifts ( >8 hours) or work weeks ( >45 hours/week) to accomplish key goals (assuming requests are reasonable).
• You maintain high personal hygiene standards.
• You’re proficient with computers and METRC. A bonus if you’re highly competent with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• You’re willing to work in a dynamic environment and understand your role and responsibilities may change depending on the needs of the team.
• You possess a positive, problem-solving attitude.

What you get:

• Annual salary of $65,000 - $72,000 + performance bonus
• Medical & Dental Insurance Coverage
• Unlimited PTO (subject to manager approval)
• 6-12 Month Key Deliverables:

These are a few of the things you will have completed by the end of your first 6-12 months on our team:

• Development of new product formulations for use in mass production
• Ongoing high-volume production of vape cartridges (and other products)
• Compliant and organized processing of orders through the facility
• Adequately onboarded and trained processing facility employees that operate autonomously and successfully in their respective roles
• Development of “Processing Facility Standard Operating Procedures” (SOPs) documentation for use in training new employees, ensuring quality and compliance standards are met, and driving repeatable operations.

About Lumiere Capital:

We believe the consumer experience should be elevated by producing superior cannabis and infused products. We aim to deliver on this vision with our strong commitment to rigorous quality standards, innovative techniques and equipment, and a love for our products. If you're as passionate about keeping the shelves stocked as we are, consider joining.

Next Steps:

If you think you’re a good candidate for this role and want to join our team, please submit your resume!

After reviewing resumes, we will respond to candidates with further instructions or rejection within 5 days of resume receipt.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $72,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Clio, MI 48420: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Supervising experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

Apply for this job with RAHZ Services LLC

Apply now →

By clicking the "Apply now" button, you'll be leaving Fazow and going to an external job application page for this company. Please research all companies before applying. When applying for jobs, you should NOT have to pay to apply. Fazow accepts no liability or responsibility as a consequence of any reliance upon information on external sites or in jobs listed on fazow.com.

Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (CSE: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf") is a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis, with a mission to improve lives by providing clarity around cannabis and confidence around consumption. As a high-growth cannabis company known for quality, expertise, and reliability, the company and its brands, including Curaleaf and Select provide industry-leading service, product selection, and accessibility across the medical and adult-use markets. In the United States, Curaleaf currently operates in 23 states with 123 dispensaries, 25 cultivation sites, and over 30 processing sites, and employs over 5,000 team members. Curaleaf International is the leading vertically integrated cannabis company in Europe with a unique supply and distribution network throughout the European market, bringing together pioneering science and research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction, and production. Home | Curaleaf | Cannabis with Confidence

Our corporate social responsibility is Rooted In Good Diversity, Equity, Inclusion + Social Equity + Sustainability Social Responsibility | Curaleaf | Cannabis with Confidence We believe in taking corporate and social responsibility very seriously, from our educational outreach to national partnerships, state-wide initiatives and local causes. Giving back to the communities where we operate is important to us, and helps to change old attitudes by showing the positive impact of cannabis in creating jobs, changing lives, and helping local communities.

We educate. We advocate. We give.

ACE Lab Manager:

• Engineering/science degree (BA or BS) with 3-5 years experience operating a lab with large equipment.
• Basic plumbing and electrical knowledge.
• Waste water treatment experience is ideal.
• Once trained, needs to be able to troubleshoot the ACE system with limited or no hand-holding.
• Once trained and fully autonomous, must be able to provide valuable feedback for system operation and optimization

Responsibilities and General Job Duties:

• Full scientific oversight of the Labs and all processes
• Manage extraction process, purification process, formulation process, and analytical testing in their entirety
• Build a strong high functioning team and manage through both engagement and accountability
• Recruit new talent Hire all new staff from Extraction Technicians through Chemists
• Complete employee evaluations and performance-based coaching
• Resource planning and staff scheduling
• Develop and oversee all applicable training programs
• Capacity and production planning for departments based on constraints and calculated requirements
• Validations and qualifications of SOPs, equipment, and methods
• Conducting IQ OQ PQ projects for new equipment
• Complete R&D projects as required for product and process expansion
• Create and track all department metrics and KPIs (focusing on safety, quality, and productivity)
• Liaison with Corporate applicable SMEs
• Engineer technical solutions for departmental expansion
• Execute on short-term projects as well as long-term vision for the departments
• Maintain all cGMPs based on set facility standards
• Conduct quality-based investigations and create CAPAs
• Write and review all department specific SOPs, Work Instructions, Forms, or other technical and controlled documents
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives including six sigma and 5S
• Managing procurement process of department and maintain an OPEX budget
• Ensure all associated personnel are trained in and comply with all New York DOH applicable regulations
• Ensure processing operation is fully compliant with state regulations and state/federal law
• Assure that operation adheres to all business and industry license requirements

Specific Job Duties and Qualifications:

• Cannabis industry specific processes related to Post-Harvest (drying, curing, trimming), Processing (extraction, purification, formulation, filling, and packaging), and Analytical Testing (potency reporting)
• Operation and maintenance of ACE and hash/rosin equipment – intimate knowledge of plumbing, electrical and chemical processes.
• Maintaining proper workflow that keeps up with production demands and efficiencies
• QA/QC duties that require analytical testing for quality and consistency; data review and analysis of HPLC and GC equipment
• Oversight of highly sophisticated extraction equipment; Processing concentrates and extracts
• Operating, maintaining, repairing and adjusting laboratory equipment such as pumps, balances, centrifuges, rotary evaporators, vacuum ovens, stills, homogenizers, and other laboratory equipment
• Storing supplies and equipment, disposal of waste according to guidelines, and keeping laboratory, storerooms, harvest rooms, and working areas clean
• Scientific laboratory procedures and techniques as used in a chemistry laboratory including methods of measurements
• Health and safety practices and precautions (including HazCom) applicable to a laboratory and manufacturing

Maintaining strict inventory compliance and records of all controlled substances tracked through Cannabis tracking software

Curaleaf is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Apply for this job with Curaleaf

Apply now →

By clicking the "Apply now" button, you'll be leaving Fazow and going to an external job application page for this company. Please research all companies before applying. When applying for jobs, you should NOT have to pay to apply. Fazow accepts no liability or responsibility as a consequence of any reliance upon information on external sites or in jobs listed on fazow.com.

Location: Warren, Michigan
Role: Processing/Lab Manager

A successful company needs passionate employees. Sozo offers competitive compensation, paid time off, employer-subsidized health plans, and opportunities for advancement.

Company Overview:
Sozo Health, Inc. (“Sozo”) is a vertically integrated cannabis company based in Warren, Michigan. Sozo’s operations include all stages from cultivation to sale, both in the medical and adult use markets. Sozo prides itself on producing the consistently highest-quality cannabis, while embracing socially and environmentally responsible practices. In 2022, Sozo expects to expand operations beyond Michigan. Since its formation in 2018, Sozo has supported charitable priorities of education, food security, shelter, and racial justice.

Job Summary:
The Processing/Lab Manager facilitates and supervises the process of concentrate production. The Processing/Lab Manager will manage a small production team, setting a culture of continuous improvement, to achieve production goals set by the Company. The Manager is also responsible for gathering critical data to evaluate each process and present weekly productivity reports to Executives. This position is responsible for the development of standard operating procedures for each machine and station and integrating proprietary processing techniques to maintain a competitive advantage amongst cannabis processors. The role will operate under the direction of the Chief Operating Officer.

Job Responsibilities:

• Plan, direct, and organize day-to-day operations to optimize production outputs and meet companywide production and revenue expectations
• Ensure the team has all resources needed to complete the tasks for the week/month/quarter
• Implement, monitor, and perform calibration of all lab equipment by establishing and ensuring consistent standards of use. Perform preventative maintenance of all equipment as required to ensure the lab is always fully operational
• Create, maintain, and update SOPs as they relate to laboratory operations, documenting planned deviations or non-conformities when required
• Create accurate cost of goods analysis, production estimates, projected process/cycle times, financial models, budgetary requirements/commitments, staffing/personnel requirements/needs, etc.
• Accurately track daily production and usage of raw materials utilized in the final finished product
• Reviewing and making calculated decisions based on laboratory results
• Oversee third party testing through selected partners.
• Review and develop current and future extraction operations to improve efficiency and productivity
• Direct and monitor all products are labeled and inputted into METRC as well as internal platforms
• Ensure all finished products meet compliance and regulatory requirements as well as internally set quality expectations.
• Properly train all staff

Job Requirements:

• 1+ years’ experience managing teams in a lab setting
• 2+ years’ experience in cannabis extraction (hydrocarbon, ethanol or solventless)
• Experience with data entry and data management
• Maintain a high level of integrity, motivation and urgency to complete tasks
• Strong written and oral communication skills, organizational, innovative problem-solving, attention to detail, and time management
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal laws and regulations pertinent to the operation
• Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the cannabis industry
• Ability to use standard office equipment, Microsoft Office applications, computer software, and an in-depth understanding of the METRC tracking system
• Minimum of 21 years of age
• Possess valid driver’s license or state ID
• Must pass all background checks

Sozo is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state or local law.

Sozo is committed to modeling diversity and inclusion for the entire cannabis industry and to maintaining an inclusive environment that provides for equitable treatment for all.

Apply for this job with Sozo Health Inc

Apply now →

By clicking the "Apply now" button, you'll be leaving Fazow and going to an external job application page for this company. Please research all companies before applying. When applying for jobs, you should NOT have to pay to apply. Fazow accepts no liability or responsibility as a consequence of any reliance upon information on external sites or in jobs listed on fazow.com.

Location: Warren, Michigan

Role: Processing/Lab Manager

A successful company needs passionate employees. Sozo offers competitive compensation, paid time off, employer-subsidized health plans, and opportunities for advancement.

Company Overview:
Sozo Health, Inc. (“Sozo”) is a vertically integrated cannabis company based in Warren, Michigan. Sozo’s operations include all stages from cultivation to sale, both in the medical and adult use markets. Sozo prides itself on producing the consistently highest-quality cannabis, while embracing socially and environmentally responsible practices. In 2022, Sozo expects to expand operations beyond Michigan. Since its formation in 2018, Sozo has supported charitable priorities of education, food security, shelter, and racial justice.

Job Summary:

The Processing/Lab Manager facilitates and supervises the process of concentrate production. The Processing/Lab Manager will manage a small production team, setting a culture of continuous improvement, to achieve production goals set by the Company. The Manager is also responsible for gathering critical data to evaluate each process and present weekly productivity reports to Executives. This position is responsible for the development of standard operating procedures for each machine and station and integrating proprietary processing techniques to maintain a competitive advantage amongst cannabis processors. The role will operate at the direction of the Chief Operating Officer.

Job Responsibilities:

- Plan, direct, and organize day-to-day operations to optimize production outputs and meet companywide production and revenue expectations

- Ensure the team has all resources needed to complete the tasks for the week/month/quarter

- Implement, monitor, and perform calibration of all lab equipment by establishing and ensuring consistent standards of use. Perform preventative maintenance of all equipment as required to ensure the lab is always fully operational

- Create, maintain, and update SOPs as they relate to laboratory operations, documenting planned deviations or non-conformities when required

- Create accurate cost of goods analysis, production estimates, projected process/cycle times, financial models, budgetary requirements/commitments, staffing/personnel requirements/needs, etc.

- Accurately track daily production and usage of raw materials utilized in the final finished product

- Reviewing and making calculated decisions based on laboratory results

- Oversee third party testing through selected partners.

- Review and develop current and future extraction operations to improve efficiency and productivity

- Direct and monitor all products are labeled and inputted into METRC as well as internal platforms

- Ensure all finished products meet compliance and regulatory requirements as well as internally set quality expectations.

- Properly train all staff

Job Requirements:

- 1+ years’ experience managing teams in a lab setting

- 2+ years’ experience in cannabis extraction (hydrocarbon, ethanol or solventless)

- Experience with data entry and data management

- Maintain a high level of integrity, motivation and urgency to complete tasks

- Strong written and oral communication skills, organizational, innovative problem-solving, attention to detail, and time management

- Familiarity with local, state, and federal laws and regulations pertinent to the operation

- Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the cannabis industry

- Ability to use standard office equipment, Microsoft Office applications, computer software, and an in- depth understanding of the METRC tracking system

- Minimum of 21 years of age

- Possess valid driver’s license or state ID

- Must pass all background checks

Sozo is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state or local law.

Sozo is committed to modeling diversity and inclusion for the entire cannabis industry and to maintaining an inclusive environment that provides for equitable treatment for all.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Have you received your COVID Vaccination?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Supervising experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

Apply for this job with Sozo Health Inc

Apply now →

By clicking the "Apply now" button, you'll be leaving Fazow and going to an external job application page for this company. Please research all companies before applying. When applying for jobs, you should NOT have to pay to apply. Fazow accepts no liability or responsibility as a consequence of any reliance upon information on external sites or in jobs listed on fazow.com.

Join the East Coast’s premier Industrial Hemp derived cannabinoid ingredients manufacturer. North Carolina is quickly becoming the center of Industrial Hemp cultivation and processing and Avient Biosciences is leading the way. Our mission is to make cannabis health available to everyone by providing safe, consistent and effective cGMP cannabinoid ingredients of the highest quality to retail product manufacturers everywhere.

As the Laboratory Production Manager, you will work closely with the Operations Director and the processing team to refine hemp oil into distilled and isolated products in our labs. Responsibilities include management of the processing team using cGMP methodology in a new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage and support production employee team.

• Manage extraction and post processing lab team with strategic direction, oversight of system-wide inventory control and development, and efficient manufacturing processes.

• Active leader, education and information resource for extraction and post processing team(s) related to products and services, policies and procedures, industry news, and changes in regulations.

• Train and supervise all extraction and post processing lab staff and evaluate staff performance.

• Delegate work and task responsibilities and create staff schedules to meet Company production and inventory management goals.

• Oversee extraction and post process lab tasks, ensure proper documentation of all applicable activities in accordance with cGMP requirements.

• Track and maintain inventory of all raw materials, solvents, manufacturing supplies, finished products and packaged goods.

• Respond to all extraction and post processing lab staff questions, concerns and suggestions and take action when necessary to resolve conflicts.

• Responsible for delegating sanitation and cleaning tasks to extraction and post processing lab staff to maintain GMP and ISO compliance.

• Responsible for quality control of all products produced and distributed by the Company.

• Assist with development and implementation of quality improvement programs to meet the Company standards.

• Responsible for manufacturing team compliance of all applicable company policies, SOPs and all current government regulations and professional standards.

• Understand and follow all safety protocols.

• Evaluate quality control and quality assurance statistics and work with management to modify SOPs as needed.

• Lead continuous improvement in all extraction and post processing protocols to maximize efficiencies to produce the most affordable product for clients.

• Responsible for daily duties related to in house analytical testing of in-process material.

• Coordinate independent lab testing of all raw materials, and finished products as required by state regulation and Company procedures.

• Oversight of independent lab testing companies to design greater efficiencies and accuracy in processes.

Education / Qualifications:

• Masters or higher-level degree in the Sciences with 4 years of GMP experience or undergraduate degree in the Sciences with eight years of GMP experience.
• Experience with analytical processes, botanical or biologic processes preferred.
• Familiarity with quality control, policy and procedure and documentation.
• Demonstrated experience building and managing cGMP manufacturing at scale.
• Awareness of high-tech pharmaceutical manufacturing or pharmaceutical processing.
• 2+ years’ experience in related manufacturing leadership role.
• The ability to perform repetitive tasks for long periods of time if necessary (i.e., lifting samples, moving lab equipment, etc.).
• Physical requirements include standing, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Honest, Trustworthy, articulate and must possess excellent communication skills.
• Punctual and reliable, promoting an atmosphere of teamwork, enthusiasm and positive work ethic.

Technological Skills:

• Ability to use standard office equipment, computer equipment and software including word processing, database management, spreadsheet applications and email.
• Understanding and operational knowledge of complex laboratory equipment and processes.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Complete and pass rigorous GMP compliance training and continuing education of the same.

• Complete familiarity with scientific principles and laboratory terminology.
• Read and follow manuals for Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Familiarity with OSHA guidelines for dealing with hazardous chemicals.
• Understanding and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations as they pertain to the cannabis industry, safety regulations, local municipal codes and organizational rules, regulations, directives and standard operating procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all employees.
• Highly detail oriented and organized.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrate responsibility, accountability, and dependability toward assigned tasks and duties.
• Strong ethics and sound judgment.
• Must be able to successfully pass a thorough internal and external background check.

Full-time Position

Salary: $70,000 to $80,000 annually, depending on experience.

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday thru Friday and some weekend work required.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $70,000.00 to $80,000.00 /year

Experience:

• GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice): 4 years (Preferred)

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Location:

• Wilson, NC (Required)

Work authorization:

• United States (Required)

Additional Compensation:

• Bonuses

Work Location:

• One location

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

This Job Is:

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

Apply for this job with Avient Biosciences, LLC

Apply now →

By clicking the "Apply now" button, you'll be leaving Fazow and going to an external job application page for this company. Please research all companies before applying. When applying for jobs, you should NOT have to pay to apply. Fazow accepts no liability or responsibility as a consequence of any reliance upon information on external sites or in jobs listed on fazow.com.