Cannabis Quality Assurance Specialist Jobs

Kiva Confections (www.kivaconfections.com) is a world-class cannabis-infused edibles company in California, the largest cannabis market in the world. Kiva's line includes Kiva Chocolate Bars, Terra Bites, Petra Mints, Lost Farms Gummies & Chews, and Camino Gummies. Our products are crafted from premium ingredients and thoughtfully combined with California cannabis. Since our beginning in 2010, our goal has been to create confections that redefine what a cannabis confection ought to be. By applying art and science, we ensure a deliciously consistent experience.

We have high-reaching growth plans as the legal market and consumer adoption expand. Key growth initiatives include ambitious platform innovation, outstanding marketing, geographic expansion, strategic partnerships, and more. We are resourced for this spectacular growth and looking for great people to help take us to the next level.

The Geo Quality Specialist is a vital partner in the daily success of Kiva Confections. This role ensures that out of state co-manufacturers comply with all Kiva standards for Food Safety and both product Quality and Compliance, assisting our rapidly growing footprint across the country.. This individual oversees the quality metrics, prepares and assesses scorecarding, as well as approves and helps integrate new products as they roll out from our central Northern California location. This is done in collaboration with the Sr. FSQA Manager and Geo team, and the Geo Quality Specialist drives geo partner manufacturing plants to GFSI level audit compliance through training, document control, and data management. . The Geo Quality Specialist will be responsible for making KIVA’s core Quality and Food Safety systems applicable to Geo States and implementing scorecarding and data management in all co-manufacturing facilities in partner states.
This is the job for your if...

• You have basic knowledge of Quality Metrics, Measurements and Defect Analysis
• You understand the importance of versatility and flexibility of Quality without compromising Food Safety.
• You have experience with compliance knowledge, with the ability for coaching and mentoring those around you.
• You love belonging to teams that thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• You are a great coach and mentor, teaching with compassion and empathy, but leading with accountability.
• You are results-driven.
• You have experience in GFSI Schema.

As the Food Safety and Quality Specialist, you will:

• Partner with all out of state Kiva GEO Food Safety and Quality program managers to assure compliance and Continuous Improvements.
• Manage Document Control for partner states.
• Participate in Food Safety and Quality programs and ensure compliance in partner states such as: internal audit, supplier approval, chemical control programs, amongst others, and ensure compliance to all related policies, procedures, and specifications.
• Assure that issues from audits are promptly communicated to the appropriate team members, assist with the development of a corrective action plan and facilitate resolution of all audit findings
• Proactively identify potential and emerging food safety issues and develop mitigation strategies alongside the Sr. Manager of FSQA, Geo Markets.
• Collaborating with co-manufacturer program managers to provide continuous and rigorous assessment of their Quality Management System including CAPA, internal audits, nonconformances, and other processes as necessary to identify and implement improvements.
• Be the point person for all documentation and closure of CAPA related defects.
• Review all partner states’ packaging artwork for compliance and product safety claims.
• Travel to out of state co-manufacturer facilities as determined by the Sr. FSQA Manager, Geo Markets.

What we're looking for...

• Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Science or a related field is required
• 1-3 years of experience in a food manufacturing facility with experience working with both remote and in-person capacities.
• Cannabis experience is highly preferred, but not mandatory.
• SafetyChain experience is a plus.
• Relevant certifications, training and/or experience: GFSI audit scheme, PCQI, HACCP, etc. are a plus.
• Ability to prioritize and mange time efficiently.
• Organized and able to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Self-directed and able to work autonomously, with guidance and direction from the Sr. FSQA Manager, Geo Markets.
• Excellent people skills, including listening skills. Team-oriented attitude.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Kiva Confections provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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This role is for 2nd Shift (2pm - 10:30pm) - Training requires 8 weeks of availability during 1st Shift (7am - 3:30pm)

IMPORTANT NOTE: This role will require 8 weeks of training during 1st Shift and then transfer to 2nd Shift.

Job Summary:

As a Quality Assurance Specialist, you are responsible for development and implementation of inspection activities, the detection and resolution of problems and the delivery of satisfactory product.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform incoming inspection of raw materials in accordance with raw material specifications.


• Maintain all specification files (customer & raw materials).


• Makes final approval of products for shipment.


• Performs inspection and testing of products.


• Conducts finished product audits.


• Consults manufacturing on quality issues in packaging operations.


• Records, charts and analyzes test data for comparison purposes.


• Tests finished products in accordance with Product Requirement Sheet.


• May perform additional tests to meet customer's certification requirements.


• Reviews and approves testing performed by other Quality Assurance technicians.


• Prepares non-conforming reports and reports findings to Quality Manager and Quality Assurance Specialist II.


• Input raw material and finished product test requirements in ERP system.


• Perform usage decisions in ERP system based on raw material and finished product test/inspection results.


• Initiate internal and supplier complaints for non-conforming material.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A minimum of 2 years' experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control in a Manufacturing environment.


• Associates Degree in Chemistry, Physical Sciences or Tech Field. Relevant job experience may be considered in place of a 2-year degree.


• Must be able to evaluate quality based on product specifications and alert manufacturing when product is non-conforming.


• Familiarization with ISO 9001, 21 CFR 111 and FDA regulations.


• Positive attitude and works well with others in a team environment.


• Effective time management and multitasking skills.


• Must be 21 years of age or older and able to successfully register with the state's cannabis commission as an agent.


• Must comply with all laws, regulations, and policies associated with the industry.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred.


• Previous experience in a regulated production facility (food, beverage, CPG, etc.) preferred.

Physical and Mental Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to remain in a stationary position, move and/or position oneself, communicate, operate and/or prepare, place, position objects, tools, or controls. The employee must occasionally move packages weighing up to 25 lb. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close observation and the ability to adjust focus. The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual, with or without reasonable accommodation, to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Working Environment:

Work is performed in a warehouse environment. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.

EEO Statement:

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We place priority in an environment of inclusion, diversity and social justice and are committed to securing a better, brighter way forward for our employees, our markets and our communities.

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Job summary

Cannabis laboratory Quality Assurance (QA) encompasses a range of activities that enable laboratories to achieve and maintain high levels of accuracy and proficiency despite changes in test methods and the volume of specimens tested.

Quality Assurance (QA) Analyst duties and responsibilities

• Conduct analytical testing of cannabis and hemp materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished test results to assure company and DCC standards are met.
• Maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for each step of the laboratory testing process, ranging from specimen handling to instrument performance validation.
• Define administrative requirements, such as mandatory recordkeeping, data evaluation, and internal audits to monitor adherence to SOPs.
• Specifies corrective actions, documentation, and the persons responsible for carrying out corrective actions when problems are identified.
• Sustain high-quality employee performance.

Quality Assurance (QA) Analyst requirements and qualifications

· Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a related field. (Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Food Science, or closely related field of study)

• Must be over 21 years of age with clean background check
• Experienced with ISO 17025 or 9001
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in cannabis testing lab or related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in quality control
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent analytical skills and strong problem-solving skills
• Highly developed attention to detail
• Flexible to work in a dynamic startup environment
• Knowledge of cannabis analytical methods and testing, Quality and Food Safety Systems
• Familiar with Windows, Excel and able to perform admin work

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
We follow the CDC guidelines for COVID-19.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• San Leandro, CA 94577: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Quality control: 2 years (Required)
• cannabis testing lab: 2 years (Required)
• Test automation: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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Join the movement!

Pharmacann Inc., one of the nation's leading cannabis companies, is changing the way people view cannabis. Be a part of the team shaping the future of this booming industry, where our people, our reputation and our standards matter. With a strong foundation and dynamic growth plan, opportunities to join our team abound in this fast-paced environment. Are you ready to join the movement?

We're grounded and growing. Based in Chicago, PharmaCann Inc. operates across multiple states including New York, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maryland, Ohio and Pennsylvania with licensing secured in the Midwest and on the east coast. For more information about our company, please visit pharmacann.com.

With guidance and supervision from the QA Manager this position supports the Quality Assurance organization and is responsible for the daily execution of all medical cannabis quality processes as assigned for both operations. The incumbent will work within company standards and the applicable state regulations.

Duties and responsibilities or (Essential Functions)

• Auditing all processes to ensure both internal and external regulations (New York Office of Cannabis Management (NYOCM) standards are being adhered to.


• Floor presence throughout the day in all manufacturing areas.


• Oversee cleaning procedure, inspecting equipment and work area, ATP surface testing of the addition processes now in production.


• Ensuring auditing and manufacturing documentation is kept up to date.


• Review of cGMP documents to ensure company processes comply and maintain Quality Assurance documentation.


• Develop the standard measurements for processes to be compared against then inspect and test processes and procedures.


• Write Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the new manufacturing process, send them out for review then approval finally entering them into the QMS Veeva system


• Write batch records for all new processes send them out for review then approval finally entering them into the QMS Veeva system


• Assist in maintaining the QMS Veeva System.


• Increase raw materials entering the site where Quality will need to do inspection of and release the materials to manufacturing.


• Assist in training production staff on quality all new procedures, protocols, and documentation


• Coordinate investigation of quality issues with manufacturing and customer complaints


• Review, approve and communicate all investigation root cause and follow up with corrective action with stakeholders.


• Drive continuous improvement of core processes to ensure manufacturing quality is maintained while efficiency is optimized.


• Initiate annual reviews of SOPs and batch records.


• Assist the QA Analyst in Massachusetts when needed (note: the QA Analyst there do not have any backups).


• Projects a positive image of the organization to employees, customers, industry, and community


• Embodies the culture, values, and tenets of PharmaCann and full support of our purpose, goal, and key objectives


• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Education/Experience:


• High School required, plus 5 years related work experience or Associate's degree, plus three years related work experience


• Experience having worked in a cannabis and/or manufacturing environment strongly preferred




• Age: State law requires that applicants be 21 years old to work for a cultivation center


• Certifications: None

Working conditions

Work in a manufacturing environment.

Physical requirements

This job may be required to stand and/or walk for long periods of time and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.

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Join the movement!

Pharmacann Inc., one of the nation's leading cannabis companies, is changing the way people view cannabis. Be a part of the team shaping the future of this booming industry, where our people, our reputation and our standards matter. With a strong foundation and dynamic growth plan, opportunities to join our team abound in this fast-paced environment. Are you ready to join the movement?

We're grounded and growing. Based in Chicago, PharmaCann Inc. operates across multiple states including New York, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maryland, Ohio and Pennsylvania with licensing secured in the Midwest and on the east coast. For more information about our company, please visit pharmacann.com.

With guidance and supervision from the QA Manager this position supports the Quality Assurance organization and is responsible for the daily execution of all medical cannabis quality processes as assigned for both operations. The incumbent will work within company standards and the applicable state regulations.

Duties and responsibilities or (Essential Functions)

• Auditing all processes to ensure both internal and external regulations (New York Office of Cannabis Management (NYOCM) standards are being adhered to.


• Floor presence throughout the day in all manufacturing areas.


• Oversee cleaning procedure, inspecting equipment and work area, ATP surface testing of the addition processes now in production.


• Ensuring auditing and manufacturing documentation is kept up to date.


• Review of cGMP documents to ensure company processes comply and maintain Quality Assurance documentation.


• Develop the standard measurements for processes to be compared against then inspect and test processes and procedures.


• Write Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the new manufacturing process, send them out for review then approval finally entering them into the QMS Veeva system


• Write batch records for all new processes send them out for review then approval finally entering them into the QMS Veeva system


• Assist in maintaining the QMS Veeva System.


• Increase raw materials entering the site where Quality will need to do inspection of and release the materials to manufacturing.


• Assist in training production staff on quality all new procedures, protocols, and documentation


• Coordinate investigation of quality issues with manufacturing and customer complaints


• Review, approve and communicate all investigation root cause and follow up with corrective action with stakeholders.


• Drive continuous improvement of core processes to ensure manufacturing quality is maintained while efficiency is optimized.


• Initiate annual reviews of SOPs and batch records.


• Assist the QA Analyst in Massachusetts when needed (note: the QA Analyst there do not have any backups).


• Projects a positive image of the organization to employees, customers, industry, and community


• Embodies the culture, values, and tenets of PharmaCann and full support of our purpose, goal, and key objectives


• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Education/Experience:


• High School required, plus 5 years related work experience or Associate's degree, plus three years related work experience


• Experience having worked in a cannabis and/or manufacturing environment strongly preferred




• Age: State law requires that applicants be 21 years old to work for a cultivation center


• Certifications: None

Working conditions

Work in a manufacturing environment.

Physical requirements

This job may be required to stand and/or walk for long periods of time and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.

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Description
Vireo Health, Inc. (“Vireo”) is a physician-led multi-state medical cannabis company that is committed to safely alleviating pain by providing patients with best-in-class cannabis products and compassionate care.
Vireo subsidiary companies cultivate cannabis in environmentally friendly greenhouses, manufacture pharmaceutical-grade cannabis extracts in state-of-the-art labs, and offer their products for sale to qualifying patients at retail dispensaries and online.
Vireo is looking for an energetic and dedicated Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team in our Hurlock, MD facility.
The Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for quality inspections of Medical Cannabis products and monitoring the processes and procedures in the medical cannabis greenhouse manufacturing operation. They are required to follow set processes and ensure adherence to state regulations, SOPs, work instructions (WI), and adhere to good manufacturing practices (GMP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and other product quality standards.

Responsibilities:

• Plant ecology knowledge/plant focused with good attention to detail
• Knowledge of cannabis life cycle, pests, plant health, and disease
• Perform Quality Control inspections on Plants, Equipment and procedures. Ensure package integrity and accuracy
• May perform or assist inventory management personnel with inventory audits when needed.

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Responsible for monitoring safety and quality throughout the greenhouse manufacturing process.

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Ensure all cannabis produced at the facility is properly tested in accordance with company procedures and guidelines, at appropriate frequencies, and meet specifications prior to release. Ensure testing data is appropriately recorded and maintained.

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Responsible for performing verification on equipment and other areas required.

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Responsible for ensuring the correct recording and filing of all relevant record logs and documentation completed by staff.

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Ensures the correct guidelines for production are followed during operations.

*
Ensures employees are following all SOPs, Work Instructions and worker safety practices.

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Ensure the facility follows applicable Quality Management directives such as SOP’s, manuals, policies and procedures, work instructions, etc.

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Assist Quality Manager with instructing employees on Quality Improvements and Issues.

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Analyze quality data to recommend quality and process improvements.

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Collect product samples for Product Development, and laboratory when directed.

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Support QA Manager and assist other QA Specialists as needed.

• Calibration and recording of facility scales

*
Monitor PPE throughout the facility

*
Observe harvests and post-harvest production processes

*
Document execution plans for plant health, pests and disease

*
Quality check outbound orders to processors

*
Inspect/Scout plants for pests and report in a weekly scorecard to the Quality Manager

*
Assist with the Pre-Flip checklist when switching plant bays

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Microbial Testing/Air plate testing/Plant testing of mothers

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Other testing when applicable

Compliance Interactions
QA assists in aligning the company with all state, federal and 3rd party requirements. Compliance will work with QA to ensure compliance with government regulatory agencies and third-party audits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; must be at least 21 years old

• 2 years minimum employment experience in a manufacturing/quality control setting

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Experience with record keeping/internal auditing

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Ability to follow existing inventory/inspection procedures accurately

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Working knowledge of general computer operation and competency with Microsoft Office Products

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Experience operating in a quality-centric setting (Medical/Manufacturing/Health related industries)

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Good writing/reading/arithmetic skills

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Basic physical ability to walk back and forth across facility and lift/move up to 50lbs if necessary

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Ability to work ina mostly greenhouse environment with summer heat and humidity

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Self-motivated with proven leadership skills and attention to detail

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Strong interpersonal skills for multitasking and interacting with team members

Vireo is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.15 per hour

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Description
Vireo Health, Inc. (“Vireo”) is a physician-led multi-state medical cannabis company that is committed to safely alleviating pain by providing patients with best-in-class cannabis products and compassionate care.
Vireo subsidiary companies cultivate cannabis in environmentally friendly greenhouses, manufacture pharmaceutical-grade cannabis extracts in state-of-the-art labs, and offer their products for sale to qualifying patients at retail dispensaries and online.
Vireo is looking for an energetic and dedicated Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team in our Massey, MD facility.
The Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for quality inspections of Medical Cannabis products and monitoring the processes and procedures in the medical cannabis greenhouse manufacturing operation. They are required to follow set processes and ensure adherence to state regulations, SOPs, work instructions (WI), and adhere to good manufacturing practices (GMP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and other product quality standards.

Responsibilities:

• Plant ecology knowledge/plant focused with good attention to detail
• Knowledge of cannabis life cycle, pests, plant health, and disease
• Perform Quality Control inspections on Plants, Equipment and procedures. Ensure package integrity and accuracy
• May perform or assist inventory management personnel with inventory audits when needed.

*
Responsible for monitoring safety and quality throughout the greenhouse manufacturing process.

*
Ensure all cannabis produced at the facility is properly tested in accordance with company procedures and guidelines, at appropriate frequencies, and meet specifications prior to release. Ensure testing data is appropriately recorded and maintained.

*
Responsible for performing verification on equipment and other areas required.

*
Responsible for ensuring the correct recording and filing of all relevant record logs and documentation completed by staff.

*
Ensures the correct guidelines for production are followed during operations.

*
Ensures employees are following all SOPs, Work Instructions and worker safety practices.

*
Ensure the facility follows applicable Quality Management directives such as SOP’s, manuals, policies and procedures, work instructions, etc.

*
Assist Quality Manager with instructing employees on Quality Improvements and Issues.

*
Analyze quality data to recommend quality and process improvements.

*
Collect product samples for Product Development, and laboratory when directed.

*
Support QA Manager and assist other QA Specialists as needed.

• Calibration and recording of facility scales

*
Monitor PPE throughout the facility

*
Observe harvests and post-harvest production processes

*
Document execution plans for plant health, pests and disease

*
Quality check outbound orders to processors

*
Inspect/Scout plants for pests and report in a weekly scorecard to the Quality Manager

*
Assist with the Pre-Flip checklist when switching plant bays

*
Microbial Testing/Air plate testing/Plant testing of mothers

*
Other testing when applicable

Compliance Interactions
QA assists in aligning the company with all state, federal and 3rd party requirements. Compliance will work with QA to ensure compliance with government regulatory agencies and third-party audits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; must be at least 21 years old

• 2 years minimum employment experience in a manufacturing/quality control setting

*
Experience with record keeping/internal auditing

*
Ability to follow existing inventory/inspection procedures accurately

*
Working knowledge of general computer operation and competency with Microsoft Office Products

*
Experience operating in a quality-centric setting (Medical/Manufacturing/Health related industries)

*
Good writing/reading/arithmetic skills

*
Basic physical ability to walk back and forth across facility and lift/move up to 50lbs if necessary

*
Ability to work ina mostly greenhouse environment with summer heat and humidity

*
Self-motivated with proven leadership skills and attention to detail

*
Strong interpersonal skills for multitasking and interacting with team members

Vireo is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Job Type: Full-time

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Job Description

The Quality Assurance Lead develops, implements, and coordinates the company’s quality assurance program in accordance with ISO17025 guidelines and the California Department of Cannabis Control regulations.

Job Duties

Job duties and responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Review data for customer Certificates of Analysis
• Ensure CAPAs are done in a timeline manner
• Improve upon the QA management system and ensure adherence with ISO17025 requirements and California Department of Cannabis Control regulations
• Work with outside auditors to renew annual ISO17025 accreditation
• Maintain staff training records
• Ensure laboratory logs are up to date
• Audit data packages and ensure they are completed in a timely manner
• Develop and manage quality measurements for performance improvement
• Conduct annual internal audit of laboratory
• Prepare monthly quality reports for Laboratory Director

• Help manage the proficiency testing system
• Update company SOPs
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in chemistry, biology, or engineering
• Experience in an ISO17025 accredited testing laboratory, preferably a cannabis testing laboratory
• Experience in a quality assurance role
• Audit experience
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Word
• Experience with LIMS systems and Quality Management software

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Sylmar, CA 91342: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Auditing: 1 year (Preferred)
• ISO 17025: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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Description

WSLCB Vision
Safe communities for Washington State.
Mission
Promote public safety and trust through fair administration, education and enforcement of liquor, tobacco, cannabis and vapor laws.

This recruitment is open until filled. First review of applications will be July 06, 2022. The hiring authority reserves the right and may exercise the option to make a hiring decision at any time. We encourage all to apply as early as possible.

This position is currently eligible to telework. This position is expected to work in the office up to 2 days a week, there is some flexibility with this requirement.

Who we are
The mission of the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) is to promote public safety and trust through fair administration, education and enforcement of liquor, cannabis, tobacco, and vapor laws. At the WSLCB we pride ourselves on creating the "wow" factor in everything we do. We search for people who demonstrate a strong work ethic, excellence in customer service, partnering and teamwork, and quality performance. We strive to be a great place to work by fostering a safe, open, inclusive and healthy work environment. We want to ensure that our organization is as diverse and inclusive as our great State of Washington.
We want to create a culture that fosters excellence in customer service, open and honest communication, transparency and accountability, data driven decisions, and business initiated process improvement.

Your opportunity at a glance

The WSLCB Information Technology Services Division is announcing an exciting opportunity for an IT Quality Assurance – Senior/Specialist position in Olympia, WA. This position reports directly to the Strategy, Policy & Planning Manager in the WSLCB's Information Technology Services Division. The position serves and complements the WSLCB's mission and goals by developing and maintaining the Software Quality Assurance Program to include defining program goals and objectives, developing governance documentation as well as developing automation-testing frameworks and programming scripts used to ensure delivery of quality technology products and services. This position serves as the highest technical expert within the Software Quality Assurance Unit, and leads and mentors a team of junior testers in ensuring that agency applications are stable, well designed and aligned with industry standards and best practices.

If you have an interest in working independently in a position where you balance multiple testing activities as well as collaborate with cross-agency, cross-divisional, and cross-disciplinary teams involved in the application development process to ensure that systems meet business requirements and technical design specifications with a focus on process improvement, we encourage you to apply to be a part of the WSLCB team!
WSLCB provides a modern work environment and excellent benefits including:

• Training and career development programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible work schedules
• Telecommuting opportunities
• Generous wellness program
• Onsite exercise facility
• Active and engaging diversity program
• Infant at Work program
• Organization's commitment to your personal health and well-being.
• Work/life balance
• Free parking
• A comprehensive benefits package

Duties

Some of the duties you will perform are:

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  Define, document, and maintain program goals and objectives that have long-term effects on software quality, including organizational, fiscal and technical dependencies.
• Develop, implement and maintain a structured process framework based on industry recognized standards and best practices such as ISO 9000 and CMMI. This includes negotiating service level agreements and hand off points with business and technical stakeholders.
• Define, document, and maintain effectiveness, efficiency and satisfaction metrics, including: Analysis and design (effectiveness), Implementation and execution (efficiency), and Results reporting and compliance evaluation (satisfaction).
• Develop, implement and maintain a Software Quality Assurance Plan to guide effective and adaptive test strategy determinations to enable success factors and mitigate causes of failure. Strategies include, but are not limited to:
  
  • Analytical strategies, e.g. requirements based and risk-based testing
  • Model-based strategies, e.g. reliability and performance testing
  • Methodical Strategies, e.g. security testing
  • Process-compliant strategies, e.g. integration and interface testing
  • Reactive strategies, e.g. iterative design testing
  • Consultative strategies, e.g. user acceptance testing
  • Test Automation strategies, e.g. regression testing
• Manage external relationships with third-party vendors for distributed quality assurance testing to define, document, implement and enforce:
  
  • A unified test strategy;
  • Service level expectations including the turnaround time on defect fixes, the turnaround time on questions/information requests, availability of testing staff, and method(s) of contact;
  • Testing roles and responsibilities as well as quality expectations for code reviews, unit test coverage, and any/all applicable types of testing;
  • Testing related tasks/activities, timelines, resources and deliverables.
• Analyze functional, non-functional and technical requirements to determine and define testing scope. Analyze complex situations and determine which test strategy or combination of test strategies, are most likely to succeed. Communicate the risks and benefits to stakeholders and document trade-off decisions. Ensure that selected test strategies are appropriate for the technical skills/competencies available, and level of formality expected by stakeholders.
• Develop, document, implement and maintain a comprehensive and well-structured automated test suite and test scripts using a variety of testing tools, platforms and programming languages.
• Develop and maintain test data using complex transact SQL commands and scripts to validate data integrity and compare data results of testing efforts.
• Develop and maintain test case traceability documentation to ensure scope coverage and alignment to business rules, requirements, user stories, use cases and technical specifications.
• Track, monitor, and report defects through resolution. Work directly with business subject matter experts and technical service owners to determine root cause and effective remediation strategies based on defect severity and priority.
• Administer and maintain Virtual Machine (VM) test environments.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Experience for required qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment and educational experience. See below for how you may qualify.

Option 1:

A Bachelor’s degree or above in Computer Science or other information technology related field.

AND

Seven (7) years of professional experience in software testing, documenting and executing effective test plans and test cases for validating software quality.

Experience may include a combination of following:

• Knowledge and proficiency in developing and implementing software quality assurance strategies, methodologies, and processes.
• Knowledge and technical proficiency in the development and/or configuration of automated test tools.
• Knowledge and technical proficiency in programming using object-oriented languages.
• Knowledge and technical proficiency of defect tracking tools and techniques.
• Knowledge and progressive experience with relational database technologies.
• Working knowledge of host environment variables, objects and commands for automated performance and stress testing.

Option 2:

An Associate’s degree in Computer Science or other information technology related field.

AND

Nine (9) years of professional technical experience as listed above.

Option 3:

Eleven (11) years of professional technical experience as listed above.

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:

• Progressive technical experience working in an environment where IT security best practices, policies, and procedures are required and audited, as well as having responsibility for developing, implementing and enforcing these types of policies and procedures.
• Software and Application Testing Certificate of training completion: Quality Assurance Institute (QAI), American Society for Quality (ASQ), International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB), International Institute for Software Testing (IIST).

Supplemental Information

HOW TO APPLY
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION CAREFULLY TO ENSURE YOU HAVE SUBMITTED THE REQUIRED MATERIALS TO BE CONSIDERED.
IMPORTANT
: To be considered for this position, you MUST include the following, failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified:

• Completed online application.
• Current Resume.
• Letter of Interest describing how you meet the specific qualifications for the position.
• Three professional references to include a current or recent supervisor with email addresses and phone numbers.

**
A resume will not substitute for completing the "work experience" section of the application.
The information provided in your application and supplemental questionnaire must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. Responses not supported in your application will disqualify you for consideration of employment from this recruitment.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
COVID-19 VACCINATION
Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14 (Download PDF reader), state employees must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Special note that any offer of employment is contingent upon you providing verification of your vaccine status. No start date will be approved until you verify your status.
To further ensure public safety and in conjunction with our Governor's proclamation of stay home, stay healthy and current guidelines related to COVID-19, interviews at this time will be conducted by video or phone conference as part of our recruitment process.
Other
Applicants for employment with the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board should also be aware of RCW 66.08.080, which states in part: "No employee of the board shall have any interest, directly or indirectly, in the manufacture of liquor sold under this title, or derive any profit or remuneration from the sale of liquor, other than the salary or wages payable to him in respect of his office or position, and shall receive no gratuity from any person in connection with such business.
RCW 69.50.351, no member of the state liquor and cannabis board and no employee of the state liquor and cannabis board shall have any interest, directly or indirectly, in the producing, processing, or sale of marijuana, useable marijuana, or marijuana-infused products, or derive any profit or remuneration from the sale of marijuana, useable marijuana, or marijuana-infused products other than the salary or wages payable to him or her in respect of his or her office or position, and shall receive no gratuity from any person in connection with the business.
The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from job seekers with diverse backgrounds. Honoring diversity, equity and inclusion means that as an agency, and as individuals, we are committed to ensuring that all employees enjoy a respectful, safe, and supportive working environment.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. You are welcome to include your name and gender pronouns in your application, to ensure we address you appropriately throughout the application process.
For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email [email protected] or call
(360) 664.1674. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

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Job Summary:

As a Quality Assurance Specialist, you are responsible for development and implementation of inspection activities, the detection and resolution of problems and the delivery of satisfactory product.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform incoming inspection of raw materials in accordance with raw material specifications.


• Maintain all specification files (customer & raw materials).


• Makes final approval of products for shipment.


• Performs inspection and testing of products.


• Conducts finished product audits.


• Consults manufacturing on quality issues in packaging operations.


• Records, charts and analyzes test data for comparison purposes.


• Tests finished products in accordance with Product Requirement Sheet.


• May perform additional tests to meet customer's certification requirements.


• Reviews and approves testing performed by other Quality Assurance technicians.


• Prepares non-conforming reports and reports findings to Quality Manager and Quality Assurance Specialist II.


• Input raw material and finished product test requirements in ERP system.


• Perform usage decisions in ERP system based on raw material and finished product test/inspection results.


• Initiate internal and supplier complaints for non-conforming material.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A minimum of 2 years' experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control in a Manufacturing environment.


• Associates Degree in Chemistry, Physical Sciences or Tech Field. Relevant job experience may be considered in place of a 2-year degree.


• Must be able to evaluate quality based on product specifications and alert manufacturing when product is non-conforming.


• Familiarization with ISO 9001, 21 CFR 111 and FDA regulations.


• Positive attitude and works well with others in a team environment.


• Effective time management and multitasking skills.


• Must be 21 years of age or older and able to successfully register with the state's cannabis commission as an agent.


• Must comply with all laws, regulations, and policies associated with the industry.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred.


• Previous experience in a regulated production facility (food, beverage, CPG, etc.) preferred.

Physical and Mental Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to remain in a stationary position, move and/or position oneself, communicate, operate and/or prepare, place, position objects, tools, or controls. The employee must occasionally move packages weighing up to 25 lb. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close observation and the ability to adjust focus. The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual, with or without reasonable accommodation, to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Working Environment:

Work is performed in a warehouse environment. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.

EEO Statement:

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We place priority in an environment of inclusion, diversity and social justice and are committed to securing a better, brighter way forward for our employees, our markets and our communities.

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Description
Vireo Health, Inc. (“Vireo”) is a physician-led multi-state medical cannabis company that is committed to safely alleviating pain by providing patients with best-in-class cannabis products and compassionate care.
Vireo subsidiary companies cultivate cannabis in environmentally friendly greenhouses, manufacture pharmaceutical-grade cannabis extracts in state-of-the-art labs, and offer their products for sale to qualifying patients at retail dispensaries and online.
Vireo is looking for an energetic and dedicated Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team in our Hurlock, MD facility.
The Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for quality inspections of Medical Cannabis products and monitoring the processes and procedures in the medical cannabis manufacturing operation. They are required to follow set processes and ensure adherence to state regulations, SOPs, work instructions (WI), and adhere to good manufacturing practices (GMP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and other product quality standards.
Responsibilities

• Perform Quality Control inspections on Products, Equipment and procedures. Ensure package integrity and accuracy.
• May perform or assist inventory management personnel with inventory audits when needed.
• Responsible for monitoring product cannabis safety and quality throughout the manufacturing process.
• Ensure all cannabis and cannabis containing products produced at the facility are properly tested in accordance with company procedures and guidelines, at appropriate frequencies, and meet specifications prior to release. Ensure testing data is appropriately recorded and maintained.
• Responsible for performing verification on equipment and other areas required.
• Responsible for ensuring the correct recording and filing of all relevant record logs and documentation completed by staff.
• Ensures the correct guidelines for production are followed during operations.
• Ensures employees are following all SOPs, Work Instructions and worker safety practices.
• Ensure the facility follows applicable Quality Management directives such as SOP’s, manuals, policies and procedures, work instructions, etc.
• Assist Quality Manager with instructing employees on Quality Improvements and Issues.
• Analyze quality data to recommend quality and process improvements.
• Collect product samples for Product Development, lab retains and the laboratory when directed.
• Support QA Manager and assist other QA Specialists as needed.

Compliance Interactions
QA assists in aligning the company with all state, federal and 3rd party requirements. Compliance will work with QA to ensure compliance with government regulatory agencies and third-party audits.
Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; must be at least 21 years old
• 2 years minimum employment experience in a manufacturing/quality control setting
• Experience with record keeping/internal auditing
• Ability to follow existing inventory/inspection procedures accurately
• Working knowledge of general computer operation and competency with Microsoft Office Products
• Experience operating in a quality-centric setting (Medical/Manufacturing/Health related industries)
• Good writing/reading/arithmetic skills
• Basic physical ability to walk back and forth across facility and lift/move up to 50lbs if necessary
• Self-motivated with proven leadership skills and attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills for multitasking and interacting with team members

Vireo is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Job Type: Full-time

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PART-TIME QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST

ABOUT THE JOB
Heartland Works LLC (“HL” and “Company”) is currently seeking a highly motivated and forward-thinking Part-Time Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team! You will be a key contributor to our enterprise-wide initiative.

The Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for developing SOP and monitoring the quality processes of our production facilities to ensure the quality assurance of our product regarding filling, packaging, shipping and compliance with CBD safety standards and regulations.

We are looking for someone with a proven track record and hunger for success in the e- cigarette and cannabis industry. This position will conduct internal audits, establish verification steps for CBD safety processes and all required record-keeping for Company QA development.

The QA Specialist will work closely with production managers at contracted facilities, establishing specifications and monitoring the production processes to ensure they meet quality, standards and requirements of HW and the CBD safety regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• 3+ years of QA experience.
• Deep knowledge of the cannabis industry.
• Ensure incoming and outgoing products adhere to set quality standards.
• Review and ensure accuracy of submitted batch records.
• Prepares reports by summarizing data.
• Crafts and reviews standard operating procedures based on safety and regulatory
• requirements.
• Leads regular audits of quality and safety standards.
• Review in-house and vendor calibrations for accuracy and adherence to company and
• industry guidelines.
• Initiates investigations into quality issues and sees them through to closure.
• Act as a subject matter expert in all aspects of quality and regulatory concerns or
• questions
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of QA experience.
• Deep knowledge of the cannabis industry.
• Excellent reading, written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to write detailed specs, standards and operating procedures.
• Strong time and project management skills.
• Stellar attention to detail.
• Familiar with cGMP and industry guidelines.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Familiarity with Google Sheets and/or Excel
  

NONE PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Standing for long periods of time.
• Bending, stooping, climbing ladders.
• Lift up to 60lbs at a time.

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PART-TIME QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST

ABOUT THE JOB
Heartland Works LLC (“HL” and “Company”) is currently seeking a highly motivated and forward-thinking Part-Time Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team! You will be a key contributor to our enterprise-wide initiative.

The Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for developing SOP and monitoring the quality processes of our production facilities to ensure the quality assurance of our product regarding filling, packaging, shipping and compliance with CBD safety standards and regulations.

We are looking for someone with a proven track record and hunger for success in the e- cigarette and cannabis industry. This position will conduct internal audits, establish verification steps for CBD safety processes and all required record-keeping for Company QA development.

The QA Specialist will work closely with production managers at contracted facilities, establishing specifications and monitoring the production processes to ensure they meet quality, standards and requirements of HW and the CBD safety regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• 3+ years of QA experience.
• Deep knowledge of the cannabis industry.
• Ensure incoming and outgoing products adhere to set quality standards.
• Review and ensure accuracy of submitted batch records.
• Prepares reports by summarizing data.
• Crafts and reviews standard operating procedures based on safety and regulatory
• requirements.
• Leads regular audits of quality and safety standards.
• Review in-house and vendor calibrations for accuracy and adherence to company and
• industry guidelines.
• Initiates investigations into quality issues and sees them through to closure.
• Act as a subject matter expert in all aspects of quality and regulatory concerns or
• questions
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of QA experience.
• Deep knowledge of the cannabis industry.
• Excellent reading, written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to write detailed specs, standards and operating procedures.
• Strong time and project management skills.
• Stellar attention to detail.
• Familiar with cGMP and industry guidelines.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Familiarity with Google Sheets and/or Excel
  

NONE PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Standing for long periods of time.
• Bending, stooping, climbing ladders.
• Lift up to 60lbs at a time.

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PART-TIME QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST

ABOUT THE JOB
Heartland Works LLC (“HL” and “Company”) is currently seeking a highly motivated and forward-thinking Part-Time Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team! You will be a key contributor to our enterprise-wide initiative.

The Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for developing SOP and monitoring the quality processes of our production facilities to ensure the quality assurance of our product regarding filling, packaging, shipping and compliance with CBD safety standards and regulations.

We are looking for someone with a proven track record and hunger for success in the e- cigarette and cannabis industry. This position will conduct internal audits, establish verification steps for CBD safety processes and all required record-keeping for Company QA development.

The QA Specialist will work closely with production managers at contracted facilities, establishing specifications and monitoring the production processes to ensure they meet quality, standards and requirements of HW and the CBD safety regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• 3+ years of QA experience.
• Deep knowledge of the cannabis industry.
• Ensure incoming and outgoing products adhere to set quality standards.
• Review and ensure accuracy of submitted batch records.
• Prepares reports by summarizing data.
• Crafts and reviews standard operating procedures based on safety and regulatory
• requirements.
• Leads regular audits of quality and safety standards.
• Review in-house and vendor calibrations for accuracy and adherence to company and
• industry guidelines.
• Initiates investigations into quality issues and sees them through to closure.
• Act as a subject matter expert in all aspects of quality and regulatory concerns or
• questions
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of QA experience.
• Deep knowledge of the cannabis industry.
• Excellent reading, written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to write detailed specs, standards and operating procedures.
• Strong time and project management skills.
• Stellar attention to detail.
• Familiar with cGMP and industry guidelines.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Familiarity with Google Sheets and/or Excel
  

NONE PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Standing for long periods of time.
• Bending, stooping, climbing ladders.
• Lift up to 60lbs at a time.

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PART-TIME QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST

ABOUT THE JOB
Heartland Works LLC (“HL” and “Company”) is currently seeking a highly motivated and forward-thinking Part-Time Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team! You will be a key contributor to our enterprise-wide initiative.

The Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for developing SOP and monitoring the quality processes of our production facilities to ensure the quality assurance of our product regarding filling, packaging, shipping and compliance with CBD safety standards and regulations.

We are looking for someone with a proven track record and hunger for success in the e- cigarette and cannabis industry. This position will conduct internal audits, establish verification steps for CBD safety processes and all required record-keeping for Company QA development.

The QA Specialist will work closely with production managers at contracted facilities, establishing specifications and monitoring the production processes to ensure they meet quality, standards and requirements of HW and the CBD safety regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• 3+ years of QA experience.
• Deep knowledge of the cannabis industry.
• Ensure incoming and outgoing products adhere to set quality standards.
• Review and ensure accuracy of submitted batch records.
• Prepares reports by summarizing data.
• Crafts and reviews standard operating procedures based on safety and regulatory
• requirements.
• Leads regular audits of quality and safety standards.
• Review in-house and vendor calibrations for accuracy and adherence to company and
• industry guidelines.
• Initiates investigations into quality issues and sees them through to closure.
• Act as a subject matter expert in all aspects of quality and regulatory concerns or
• questions
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of QA experience.
• Deep knowledge of the cannabis industry.
• Excellent reading, written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to write detailed specs, standards and operating procedures.
• Strong time and project management skills.
• Stellar attention to detail.
• Familiar with cGMP and industry guidelines.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Familiarity with Google Sheets and/or Excel
  

NONE PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Standing for long periods of time.
• Bending, stooping, climbing ladders.
• Lift up to 60lbs at a time.

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PART-TIME QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST

ABOUT THE JOB
Heartland Works LLC (“HL” and “Company”) is currently seeking a highly motivated and forward-thinking Part-Time Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team! You will be a key contributor to our enterprise-wide initiative.

The Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for developing SOP and monitoring the quality processes of our production facilities to ensure the quality assurance of our product regarding filling, packaging, shipping and compliance with CBD safety standards and regulations.

We are looking for someone with a proven track record and hunger for success in the e- cigarette and cannabis industry. This position will conduct internal audits, establish verification steps for CBD safety processes and all required record-keeping for Company QA development.

The QA Specialist will work closely with production managers at contracted facilities, establishing specifications and monitoring the production processes to ensure they meet quality, standards and requirements of HW and the CBD safety regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• 3+ years of QA experience.
• Deep knowledge of the cannabis industry.
• Ensure incoming and outgoing products adhere to set quality standards.
• Review and ensure accuracy of submitted batch records.
• Prepares reports by summarizing data.
• Crafts and reviews standard operating procedures based on safety and regulatory
• requirements.
• Leads regular audits of quality and safety standards.
• Review in-house and vendor calibrations for accuracy and adherence to company and
• industry guidelines.
• Initiates investigations into quality issues and sees them through to closure.
• Act as a subject matter expert in all aspects of quality and regulatory concerns or
• questions
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of QA experience.
• Deep knowledge of the cannabis industry.
• Excellent reading, written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to write detailed specs, standards and operating procedures.
• Strong time and project management skills.
• Stellar attention to detail.
• Familiar with cGMP and industry guidelines.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Familiarity with Google Sheets and/or Excel
  

NONE PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Standing for long periods of time.
• Bending, stooping, climbing ladders.
• Lift up to 60lbs at a time.

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GRADE
13
LOCATION OF POSITION
MDH, Maryland Medical Cannabis Commission, Linthicum, MD
Main Purpose of Job
The Quality Assurance Specialist/Call Center Representative (CCR) provides customer service on the phone, handling inbound and outbound calls. The Call Center department is responsible for the review of patient and caregiver registry information for accuracy. The position will assist with follow up over the phone and/or through email to respond to customer needs and requests. Provide first call resolution while delivering outstanding customer service to patients, caregivers, providers and other stakeholders.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university.

Experience: One (I) year experience in administrative or professional work.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute additional experience in administrative staff or professional work on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

2. Candidates may substitute additional graduate level education at an accredited college or university at the rate of 30 semester credit hours for each year of the required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work that included regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting complex administrative plans, policies, rules or regulations or analysis of operational programs or procedures with recommendations for improvement on a year-for-year basis for the required education and experience.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.
SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added.

Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

BENEFITS

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.

Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12 month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or [email protected].

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.

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Description
Vireo Health, Inc. (“Vireo”) is a physician-led multi-state medical cannabis company that is committed to safely alleviating pain by providing patients with best-in-class cannabis products and compassionate care.
Vireo subsidiary companies cultivate cannabis in environmentally friendly greenhouses, manufacture pharmaceutical-grade cannabis extracts in state-of-the-art labs, and offer their products for sale to qualifying patients at retail dispensaries and online.
Vireo is looking for an energetic and dedicated Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team in our Hurlock, MD facility.
The Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for quality inspections of Medical Cannabis products and monitoring the processes and procedures in the medical cannabis manufacturing operation. They are required to follow set processes and ensure adherence to state regulations, SOPs, work instructions (WI), and adhere to good manufacturing practices (GMP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and other product quality standards.
Responsibilities

• Perform Quality Control inspections on Products, Equipment and procedures. Ensure package integrity and accuracy.
• May perform or assist inventory management personnel with inventory audits when needed.
• Responsible for monitoring product cannabis safety and quality throughout the manufacturing process.
• Ensure all cannabis and cannabis containing products produced at the facility are properly tested in accordance with company procedures and guidelines, at appropriate frequencies, and meet specifications prior to release. Ensure testing data is appropriately recorded and maintained.
• Responsible for performing verification on equipment and other areas required.
• Responsible for ensuring the correct recording and filing of all relevant record logs and documentation completed by staff.
• Ensures the correct guidelines for production are followed during operations.
• Ensures employees are following all SOPs, Work Instructions and worker safety practices.
• Ensure the facility follows applicable Quality Management directives such as SOP’s, manuals, policies and procedures, work instructions, etc.
• Assist Quality Manager with instructing employees on Quality Improvements and Issues.
• Analyze quality data to recommend quality and process improvements.
• Collect product samples for Product Development, lab retains and the laboratory when directed.
• Support QA Manager and assist other QA Specialists as needed.

Compliance Interactions
QA assists in aligning the company with all state, federal and 3rd party requirements. Compliance will work with QA to ensure compliance with government regulatory agencies and third-party audits.
Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; must be at least 21 years old
• 2 years minimum employment experience in a manufacturing/quality control setting
• Experience with record keeping/internal auditing
• Ability to follow existing inventory/inspection procedures accurately
• Working knowledge of general computer operation and competency with Microsoft Office Products
• Experience operating in a quality-centric setting (Medical/Manufacturing/Health related industries)
• Good writing/reading/arithmetic skills
• Basic physical ability to walk back and forth across facility and lift/move up to 50lbs if necessary
• Self-motivated with proven leadership skills and attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills for multitasking and interacting with team members

Vireo is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Who we are
Here at Vireo Health, Inc. (“Vireo”) our mission is to bring the best of technology, science, and engineering to the cannabis industry. We are a physician-led, customer-focused team of more than 500 dedicated employees creating best-in-class cannabis products and customer experiences. Vireo is proud to have one of the most diverse workforces in cannabis, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion through engaging employee outreach programs, community events, and non-profit partnerships. We are rapidly expanding nationwide, and we are looking for talented, compassionate, and dedicated people to join our team and help us grow. From Cultivation to Operations to Sales & Marketing, we are hiring people who share our vision and passion for improving people’s lives. If you are looking for a positive work environment where your contributions truly make a difference, click apply and let us learn about you!
We are seeking an energetic and dedicated Quality Assurance Specialist to join our growing dynamic team. The Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for quality inspections of Medical Cannabis products and monitoring the processes and procedures in the medical cannabis manufacturing operation. This individual will be required to follow set processes and ensure adherence to state regulations, SOPs, work instructions (WI), and adhere to good manufacturing practices (GMP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and other product quality standards. The Quality Assurance Specialist will assists in aligning the company with all state, federal and 3rd party requirements. Compliance will work with QA to ensure compliance with government regulatory agencies and third-party audits. This role reports directly to the Quality Manager.
Highlighted Responsibilities

• Perform Quality Control inspections on products, equipment, processes and procedures.
• Ensure package integrity and accuracy.
• Responsible for monitoring product cannabis safety and quality throughout the manufacturing process.
• Ensure all cannabis and cannabis containing products produced at the facility are properly tested in accordance with company and State procedures and guidelines, at appropriate frequencies, and meet specifications prior to release.
• Ensure testing data is appropriately recorded and maintained.
• Responsible for performing verification on equipment and other areas required.
• Responsible for ensuring the correct recording and filing of all relevant record logs and documentation completed by staff.
• Ensures the correct guidelines for production are followed during operations.
• Ensures all employees are following all SOPs, Work Instructions and worker safety practices.
• Assist Quality Manager and/or Director of Quality and Product Safety with instructing employees on quality improvements and issues.
• Analyze quality data to recommend quality and process improvements.
• Collect product samples for product development, lab retains and the laboratory when directed.
• Support the Quality team as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; must be at least 21 years old
• 2 years minimum employment experience in a manufacturing/quality control setting
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred
• Experience with record keeping/internal auditing
• Ability to follow existing inventory/inspection procedures accurately
• Working knowledge of general computer operation and competency with Microsoft Office Products
• Experience operating in a quality-centric setting (Medical/Manufacturing/Health related industries)
• Good writing/reading/arithmetic skills
• Basic physical ability to walk back and forth across facility (could be outdoors) and lift/move up to 50lbs if necessary
• Self-motivated with proven leadership skills and attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills for multitasking and interacting with team members

EEO Statement
Vireo Health, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. www.vireohealth.com

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Job Summary:

As a Quality Assurance Specialist, you are responsible for development and implementation of inspection activities, the detection and resolution of problems and the delivery of satisfactory product.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform incoming inspection of raw materials in accordance with raw material specifications.
• Maintain all specification files (customer & raw materials).
• Makes final approval of products for shipment.
• Performs inspection and testing of products.
• Conducts finished product audits.
• Consults manufacturing on quality issues in packaging operations.
• Records, charts and analyzes test data for comparison purposes.
• Tests finished products in accordance with Product Requirement Sheet.
• May perform additional tests to meet customer's certification requirements.
• Reviews and approves testing performed by other Quality Assurance technicians.
• Prepares non-conforming reports and reports findings to Quality Manager and Quality Assurance Specialist II.
• Input raw material and finished product test requirements in ERP system.
• Perform usage decisions in ERP system based on raw material and finished product test/inspection results.
• Initiate internal and supplier complaints for non-conforming material.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control in a Manufacturing environment.
• Associates Degree in Chemistry, Physical Sciences or Tech Field. Relevant job experience may be considered in place of a 2-year degree.
• Must be able to evaluate quality based on product specifications and alert manufacturing when product is non-conforming.
• Familiarization with ISO 9001, 21 CFR 111 and FDA regulations.
• Positive attitude and works well with others in a team environment.

· Effective time management and multitasking skills.

· Must be 21 years of age or older and able to successfully register with the state’s cannabis commission as an agent.

· Must comply with all laws, regulations, and policies associated with the industry.

Preferred Qualifications:

· High school diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred.

· Previous experience in a regulated production facility (food, beverage, CPG, etc.) preferred.

Physical and Mental Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to remain in a stationary position, move and/or position oneself, communicate, operate and/or prepare, place, position objects, tools, or controls. The employee must occasionally move packages weighing up to 25 lb. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close observation and the ability to adjust focus. The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual, with or without reasonable accommodation, to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Working Environment:

Work is performed in a warehouse environment. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.

EEO Statement:

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We place priority in an environment of inclusion, diversity and social justice and are committed to securing a better, brighter way forward for our employees, our markets and our communities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Rocky Hill, CT 06067: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• How many years of Epicor or SAP experience?

Experience:

• QA/QC: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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Job Summary:

As a Quality Assurance Specialist, you are responsible for development and implementation of inspection activities, the detection and resolution of problems and the delivery of satisfactory product.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform incoming inspection of raw materials in accordance with raw material specifications.
• Maintain all specification files (customer & raw materials).
• Makes final approval of products for shipment.
• Performs inspection and testing of products.
• Conducts finished product audits.
• Consults manufacturing on quality issues in packaging operations.
• Records, charts and analyzes test data for comparison purposes.
• Tests finished products in accordance with Product Requirement Sheet.
• May perform additional tests to meet customer's certification requirements.
• Reviews and approves testing performed by other Quality Assurance technicians.
• Prepares non-conforming reports and reports findings to Quality Manager and Quality Assurance Specialist II.
• Input raw material and finished product test requirements in ERP system.
• Perform usage decisions in ERP system based on raw material and finished product test/inspection results.
• Initiate internal and supplier complaints for non-conforming material.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A minimum of 2 years' experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control in a Manufacturing environment.
• Associates Degree in Chemistry, Physical Sciences or Tech Field. Relevant job experience may be considered in place of a 2-year degree.
• Must be able to evaluate quality based on product specifications and alert manufacturing when product is non-conforming.
• Familiarization with ISO 9001, 21 CFR 111 and FDA regulations.
• Positive attitude and works well with others in a team environment.
• Effective time management and multitasking skills.
• Must be 21 years of age or older and able to successfully register with the state's cannabis commission as an agent.
• Must comply with all laws, regulations, and policies associated with the industry.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in a regulated production facility (food, beverage, CPG, etc.) preferred.

Physical and Mental Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to remain in a stationary position, move and/or position oneself, communicate, operate and/or prepare, place, position objects, tools, or controls. The employee must occasionally move packages weighing up to 25 lb. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close observation and the ability to adjust focus. The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual, with or without reasonable accommodation, to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Working Environment:

Work is performed in a warehouse environment. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.

EEO Statement:

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We place priority in an environment of inclusion, diversity and social justice and are committed to securing a better, brighter way forward for our employees, our markets and our communities.

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Job detailsSalary$19.07 - $24.55 an hourJob TypeFull-timeFull Job DescriptionGRADE

13

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH, Maryland Medical Cannabis Commission (MMCC), Linthicum, MD

Main Purpose of Job

The Quality Assurance Specialist (QAS) provides customer service on the phone and in person, assists with clerical responsibilities and administrative support to the Quality Assurance Manager (QAM) for the overall improvement in the MMCC patient program. The Quality Assurance (QA) department is responsible for the processing of patient and caregiver registry information. Essential Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Receives and reviews patient and caregiver registry information for accuracy.
  
• Responsible for handling inbound and place outbound calls, multitask while on the phone.
  
• Tracks all telephone calls and essential components of conversations, and letters and ID cards mailed to patients using an electronic web based application.
  
• Enters data into software applications timely and accurately.
  
• Ascertains the most current and correct contact information, maintains accurate mailing lists and coordinates printing and mailing of ID cards.
  
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with external and internal customers.
  
• Assists with follow up over the phone and/or through email to respond to customer needs and requests.
  
• Review printed materials for accuracy prior to disseminating to recipients.
  
• Responsible for issuance of registry deliverables.
  
• Participates in the continuous improvement process to identify quality issues and recommends solutions of client services, policies and procedures.
  
• Works in collaboration with the QAM to meet department goals and objectives.
  
• Assists with ensuring safety policy and procedures are practiced and adhered.
  
• Enforces all MMCC and departmental policies and procedures.
  
• Complies with all applicable state and federal regulations related to medical cannabis practices.
  
• Customer Focus - Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; talks and acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.
  
• Protects the confidentiality of beneficiary information through compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
  
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university.

Experience: One (I) year experience in administrative or professional work.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute additional experience in administrative staff or professional work on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

2. Candidates may substitute additional graduate level education at an accredited college or university at the rate of 30 semester credit hours for each year of the required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work that included regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting complex administrative plans, policies, rules or regulations or analysis of operational programs or procedures with recommendations for improvement on a year-for-year basis for the required education and experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred candidates should possess the following:

• Knowledge and understanding of basic medical terminology, HIPAA, math and analytical skills.
  
• Call Center and/or Quality Assurance experience in the healthcare industry.
  
• Detail oriented and organized and motivated to learn.
  
• Ability to analyze customer needs and present appropriate solutions.
  
• Considerable knowledge of business English, medical terminology, spelling, punctuation, vocabulary, filing, general office methods and techniques.
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
  
• Demonstrate computer word-processing and data based skills required.
  
• Demonstrate experience with Microsoft Office and Windows software preferred.
  
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail is required.
  
• Outstanding customer service and listening skills.
  
• Ability to promote teamwork within the organization.
  
• Bilingual Spanish speaking a plus.
  

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added.

Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

BENEFITS

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.

Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12 month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or [email protected].

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.

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Vireo Health, Inc. ( Vireo ) is a physician-led multi-state medical cannabis company that is committed to safely alleviating pain by providing patients with best-in-class cannabis products and compassionate care.
Vireo subsidiary companies cultivate cannabis in environmentally friendly greenhouses, manufacture pharmaceutical-grade cannabis extracts in state-of-the-art labs, and offer their products for sale to qualifying patients at retail dispensaries and online.
Vireo is looking for an energetic and dedicated Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team in our Gallup, NM facility.
The Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for quality inspections of Medical Cannabis products and monitoring the processes and procedures in the medical cannabis manufacturing operation. They are required to follow set processes and ensure adherence to state regulations, SOPs, work instructions (WI), and adhere to good manufacturing practices (GMP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and other product quality standards.
Responsibilities
Perform Quality Control inspections on Products, Equipment and procedures. Ensure package integrity and accuracy.
May perform or assist inventory management personnel with inventory audits when needed.
Responsible for monitoring product cannabis safety and quality throughout the manufacturing process.
Ensure all cannabis and cannabis containing products produced at the facility are properly tested in accordance with company procedures and guidelines, at appropriate frequencies, and meet specifications prior to release. Ensure testing data is appropriately recorded and maintained.
Responsible for performing verification on equipment and other areas required.
Responsible for ensuring the correct recording and filing of all relevant record logs and documentation completed by staff.
Ensures the correct guidelines for production are followed during operations.
Ensures employees are following all SOPs, Work Instructions and worker safety practices.
Ensure the facility follows applicable Quality Management directives such as SOP s, manuals, policies and procedures, work instructions, etc.
Assist Directory of Quality with instructing employees on Quality Improvements and Issues.
Analyze quality data to recommend quality and process improvements.
Collect product samples for Product Development, lab retains and the laboratory when directed.
Supports Director of Quality and assists other QA Specialists as needed.
Compliance Interactions
QA assists in aligning the company with all state, federal and 3rd party requirements. Compliance will work with QA to ensure compliance with government regulatory agencies and third-party audits.
Qualifications
High School Diploma required; must be at least 21 years old
2 years minimum employment experience in a manufacturing/quality control setting
Experience with record keeping/internal auditing
Ability to follow existing inventory/inspection procedures accurately
Working knowledge of general computer operation and competency with Microsoft Office Products
Experience operating in a quality-centric setting (Medical/Manufacturing/Health related industries)
Good writing/reading/arithmetic skills
Basic physical ability to walk back and forth across facility and lift/move up to 50lbs if necessary
Self-motivated with proven leadership skills and attention to detail
Strong interpersonal skills for multitasking and interacting with team members
Vireo is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Vireo Health, Inc. ( Vireo ) is a physician-led multi-state medical cannabis company that is committed to safely alleviating pain by providing patients with best-in-class cannabis products and compassionate care.
Vireo subsidiary companies cultivate cannabis in environmentally friendly greenhouses, manufacture pharmaceutical-grade cannabis extracts in state-of-the-art labs, and offer their products for sale to qualifying patients at retail dispensaries and online.
Vireo is looking for an energetic and dedicated Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team in our Hurlock, MD facility.
The Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for quality inspections of Medical Cannabis products and monitoring the processes and procedures in the medical cannabis manufacturing operation. They are required to follow set processes and ensure adherence to state regulations, SOPs, work instructions (WI), and adhere to good manufacturing practices (GMP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and other product quality standards.
Responsibilities
Perform Quality Control inspections on Products, Equipment and procedures. Ensure package integrity and accuracy.
May perform or assist inventory management personnel with inventory audits when needed.
Responsible for monitoring product cannabis safety and quality throughout the manufacturing process.
Ensure all cannabis and cannabis containing products produced at the facility are properly tested in accordance with company procedures and guidelines, at appropriate frequencies, and meet specifications prior to release. Ensure testing data is appropriately recorded and maintained.
Responsible for performing verification on equipment and other areas required.
Responsible for ensuring the correct recording and filing of all relevant record logs and documentation completed by staff.
Ensures the correct guidelines for production are followed during operations.
Ensures employees are following all SOPs, Work Instructions and worker safety practices.
Ensure the facility follows applicable Quality Management directives such as SOP s, manuals, policies and procedures, work instructions, etc.
Assist Quality Manager with instructing employees on Quality Improvements and Issues.
Analyze quality data to recommend quality and process improvements.
Collect product samples for Product Development, lab retains and the laboratory when directed.
Support QA Manager and assist other QA Specialists as needed.
Compliance Interactions
QA assists in aligning the company with all state, federal and 3rd party requirements. Compliance will work with QA to ensure compliance with government regulatory agencies and third-party audits.
Qualifications
High School Diploma required; must be at least 21 years old
2 years minimum employment experience in a manufacturing/quality control setting
Experience with record keeping/internal auditing
Ability to follow existing inventory/inspection procedures accurately
Working knowledge of general computer operation and competency with Microsoft Office Products
Experience operating in a quality-centric setting (Medical/Manufacturing/Health related industries)
Good writing/reading/arithmetic skills
Basic physical ability to walk back and forth across facility and lift/move up to 50lbs if necessary
Self-motivated with proven leadership skills and attention to detail
Strong interpersonal skills for multitasking and interacting with team members
Vireo is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Salary
$65,000 - $70,000 a year
Job Type
Full-time
Number of hires for this role
1
Qualifications

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  • Bachelor's (Required)

  • Quality assurance: 2 years (Required)

  
  

Full Job Description

Required Education and Experience:

• Minimum Education: Must have earned a Bachelor of Science or an advanced degree from an accredited academic institution in a natural science (such as chemistry, physics, or biology) or a subspecialty of a natural science (such as organic chemistry, biochemistry, or molecular biology).
• Must have 4+ years of relevant work experience, with at least two of those in quality assurance.
• Must have ISO 17025 regulatory experience.
• Internal audit training is required.
• Experience with Americans for Safe Access preferred.
• Knowledge in cannabis testing regulations is preferred.
• Mathematical, computer, reasoning, and language skills at the professional level.

Core Job Duties

• Ensures that the management system related to quality is implemented and followed at all times.
• Supporting compliance with all State, Federal and local laws.
• Supporting the commitment to impartiality and operations integrity.
• Reporting risks, or infringements of impartiality and/or operations integrity to Management.
• Reporting to regulatory body ISO 17025 infringements to impartiality.
• Reviewing and approving memos.
• Ensuring compliance with environmental health and safety requirements.
• Reviewing batch records for batch/lot release and approval of certificate of analysis.
• Development and management of Quality System annual review.
• Develop and manage internal audits of the laboratory and quality system.
• Review and approve external audit request.
• Support external audits.
• Manage sample inventory review.
• Support of review and implementation of new MMCC requirements.
• Draft, review and approval of new documents and changes to existing documents within the quality system.
• Review of instrument maintenance, calibration, and cleaning forms.
• Review of instrument monitoring forms.
• Drafting and review of instrument out of specification reports.
• Review and approval of assay validation packets.
• Development of employee training requirements.
• Review and implementation of employee training plan.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Quality assurance: 2 years (Required)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Virtual meetings
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

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Indus Holding is a fully vertically integrated cannabis company. We pride ourselves in leading the legal cannabis industry through leadership, and best practices. We are seeking a motivated individual to join our team

While reporting to the Quality Director, the Quality Assurance Specialist I is responsible for auditing the products and processes at various points in the areas of production and packaging to ensure adherence to company standards throughout organization quality standards. Communicate any deviations to management. Assist the Quality Assurance team with special projects as required. Comply with California Department of Public Health’s Manufactured Cannabis Safety Branch (MCSB), Food Safety Plan (HACCP), Food Quality Plan (FQP) standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assign SOP numbers for tracking purposes, ensure INDUS format is followed, finalize and distribute new documents to INDUS users. Task includes maintaining Register of existing SOPs, informing users of annual review and creating binders with current SOPs.

• Maintain training records for GMP personnel. Communicate of new documents and annual GMP training.

• Conduct thorough and detailed quality audits of lines to ensure products meet established quality standards.

• Reviews records including Executed Batch Production Records, raw data supporting manufacturing and testing, instrument qualification documentation and Certificate of Analysis to verify accuracy and alignment with regulations. This task includes receiving, controlling, scanning and archiving completed Cypress Manufacturing production records.

• Ensure that Cypress equipment is calibrated and qualified by coordinating calibrations and keeping the Register up to date.

• Support internal and external audits; including preparing agendas, coordinating audit dates, and following up on finding.

• Advocate and maintain quality systems and policies throughout the company.

• Equipment verification including metal detector, pH, scales, etc.

• Audit paperwork of operators to ensure they are meeting quality standards

• Report any deviations to Quality Director in complete appropriate details.

• Report any housekeeping issues that need attention.

• Document all areas of non-compliance and ensure corrective action to eliminate them.

• Work with Cultivation, Distribution, Extraction Lab, Manufacturing and Packaging Managers, Supervisors, and hourly associates on daily issues and problems

• Utilize computer to enter and track result data

• Comply with Public Health’s Manufactured Cannabis Safety Branch (MCSB), Food Safety Plan (HACCP), Food Quality Plan (FQP) standards.

• Responsible for ensuring compliance to GMP standards for Quality Control, including continuous training.

• Maintains and ensures all controlled document files and test records in a timely and accurate manner

• Maintain and update CAPA Tracker Log

• Performing raw material testing such as but not limited to organoleptic, Identity (FTIR), & taste tests when needed

• Reviewed vendor and manufacturer's Certificate of analysis to ensure they met specification prior to in house & third-party testing

• Proactively cultivates and maintains strong, positive working relationships

• ATP testing and verification of sanitation

• Ensures daily production verification check

JOB TITLE: QUALITY CONTROL TECHNICIAN

EXEMPT: NON-EXEMPT

TO: QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER DATE: June 2020

• Ensures that facilities are clean and pest-free by managing pest control

• Must stay current and adhere to all state regulations and policies set forth by the State of California

• Perform incoming raw material inspections.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Trains new employees

• Assist and ensure staff are trained on SOP’s and GMP, coordinate ongoing training to ensure compliance or re-training where needed

• Ensure cannabis is stored and distributed under conditions that maintain its quality

• Oversee the sanitation of premises and equipment cleanliness, hygienic behavior of personnel, and maintenance

• Collaborate with other departments to ensure compliance with regulations

• Assist with the analysis of reports and production data to identify trends and recommend updates or changes to quality standards and procedures when necessary

GENERAL JOB PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:

• Ability to follow instructions

• Attendance and Punctuality

• Capacity to take direction

• Strong attention to detail

• Professional in manner and appearance

• Excellent time management, organizing and coordinating skills, and attention to detail

• Ability to make rational judgments on sensitive and confidential issue

• Strong skills in Microsoft applications including MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

• Follows directions carefully and completely

• Works efficiently to maximize productivity

• Strong written and verbal skills

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends

Experience:

• Quality Assurance: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

• Multiple locations

Work Remotely:

• No

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Full Job Description
Vireo Health, Inc. ( Vireo ) is a physician-led multi-state medical cannabis company that is committed to safely alleviating pain by providing patients with best-in-class cannabis products and compassionate care.
Vireo subsidiary companies cultivate cannabis in environmentally friendly greenhouses, manufacture pharmaceutical-grade cannabis extracts in state-of-the-art labs, and offer their products for sale to qualifying patients at retail dispensaries and online.
Vireo is looking for an energetic and dedicated Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team in our Johnstown, NY facility.
The Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for the overall quality and safety of Medical Cannabis products and monitoring the processes and procedures in the medical cannabis manufacturing operation. They are required to follow set processes and ensure adherence to state regulations, SOPs, work instructions (WI), and adhere to good manufacturing practices (GMP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and other product quality standards.
Responsibilities
Perform Quality Control inspections on Products, Equipment and procedures. Ensure package integrity and accuracy
Responsible for monitoring product cannabis safety and quality throughout the manufacturing process
Ensure all cannabis and cannabis containing products produced at the facility are properly tested in accordance with company procedures and guidelines, at appropriate frequencies, and meet specifications prior to release.
Responsible for performing verification on equipment and other areas required
Responsible for ensuring the correct recording and filing of all relevant record logs and documentation completed by staff
Ensures the correct guidelines for production are followed during operations
Ensures employees are following all SOPs, Work Instructions and worker safety practices
Ensure the facility follows applicable Quality Management directives such as SOP s, manuals, policies and procedures, work instructions, etc.
Instructs employees on Quality Improvements and Issues
Supports Quality Manager
Operates a qPCR machine and has microbiology experience/education
Compliance Interactions
QA assists in aligning the company with all state, federal and 3rd party requirements. Compliance will work with QA to ensure compliance with government regulatory agencies and third-party audits.
Qualifications
High School Diploma required; must be at least 21 years old
2 years minimum employment experience in a manufacturing/quality control setting
Experience with record keeping/internal auditing
Ability to follow existing inventory/inspection procedures accurately
Working knowledge of general computer operation and competency with Microsoft Office Products
Experience operating in a quality-centric setting (Medical/Manufacturing/Microbiology/Health related industries)
Good writing/reading/arithmetic skills
Basic physical ability to walk back and forth across facility and lift/move up to 50lbs if necessary
Self-motivated with proven leadership skills and attention to detail
Strong interpersonal skills for multitasking and interacting with team members
Vireo is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Vireo Health, Inc. ( Vireo ) is a physician-led multi-state medical cannabis company that is committed to safely alleviating pain by providing patients with best-in-class cannabis products and compassionate care.
Vireo subsidiary companies cultivate cannabis in environmentally friendly greenhouses, manufacture pharmaceutical-grade cannabis extracts in state-of-the-art labs, and offer their products for sale to qualifying patients at retail dispensaries and online.
Vireo is looking for an energetic and dedicated Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team in our Amado, AZ facility.
The Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for quality inspections of Medical Cannabis products and monitoring the processes and procedures in the medical cannabis manufacturing operation. They are required to follow set processes and ensure adherence to state regulations, SOPs, work instructions (WI), and adhere to good manufacturing practices (GMP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and other product quality standards.
Responsibilities
Perform Quality Control inspections on products, equipment, processes and procedures.
Ensure package integrity and accuracy.
Responsible for monitoring product cannabis safety and quality throughout the manufacturing process.
Ensure all cannabis and cannabis containing products produced at the facility are properly tested in accordance with company and State procedures and guidelines, at appropriate frequencies, and meet specifications prior to release.
Ensure testing data is appropriately recorded and maintained.
Responsible for performing verification on equipment and other areas required.
Responsible for ensuring the correct recording and filing of all relevant record logs and documentation completed by staff.
Ensures the correct guidelines for production are followed during operations.
Ensures all employees are following all SOPs, Work Instructions and worker safety practices.
Assist Quality Manager and/or Director of Quality and Product Safety with instructing employees on quality improvements and issues.
Analyze quality data to recommend quality and process improvements.
Collect product samples for product development, lab retains and the laboratory when directed.
Support the Quality team as needed.
Compliance Interactions
QA assists in aligning the company with all state, federal and 3rd party requirements. Compliance will work with QA to ensure compliance with government regulatory agencies and third-party audits.
Qualifications
High School Diploma required; must be at least 21 years old
2 years minimum employment experience in a manufacturing/quality control setting
Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred
Experience with record keeping/internal auditing
Ability to follow existing inventory/inspection procedures accurately
Working knowledge of general computer operation and competency with Microsoft Office Products
Experience operating in a quality-centric setting (Medical/Manufacturing/Health related industries)
Good writing/reading/arithmetic skills
Basic physical ability to walk back and forth across facility (could be outdoors) and lift/move up to 50lbs if necessary
Self-motivated with proven leadership skills and attention to detail
Strong interpersonal skills for multitasking and interacting with team members
Vireo is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Level One Labs is an analytical testing laboratory located in Scottsdale, AZ. We pride ourselves on providing Quality, Robust Science in the fields of chemistry and microbiology. Our service provides reliable data to producers and consumers alike - creating a better understanding of products while improving safety standards. Our laboratory is ISO-17025 certified. We are also co-founders of the Arizona Cannabis Laboratory Association (ACLA).

We are looking for a motivated Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team.

Job Description:

The Quality Assurance Specialist serves as an integral member of the laboratory operations team and will ensure the laboratory conducts all procedures within state and national compliance standards. The QAS will ensure all analytical processes conducted in the lab follow required guidelines from, but not limited, to the ISO 17025 and 9001, AOAC, FDA BAM, ICH, 21 CFR, Arizona DHS, and ASTM, and also follow requirements for validated methodology. The position will also assist with instrument operation and writing SOP’s.

Reports To:

Chief Scientific Officer (CSO)

Works Directly With:

COO, CSO, Laboratory Director

Essential Functions:

• Maintaining QA/QC documentation system in compliance with ISO 17025 and 9001.

• Maintain oversight of personnel practices within compliance with laboratory SOPs.
• Build and maintain quality assurance systems according to Arizona DHS state requirements.
• Learns and maintains self-education regarding technical documentation and developments, procedures and equipment relevant to Level One's specific laboratory practices.
• Helps ensure all equipment is within operational specs and calibration.
• Ensures all laboratory operations are compliant and within regulations set forth by applicable regulatory authorities.
• Is very detail oriented.
• Is action oriented and a self-starter.

Requirements:

• Must be 21 years of age
• Bachelor’s degree in biological, chemical, agricultural, environmental, or closely related science from an accredited college or university
• Must have 2 or more years of laboratory quality assurance experience.
• Must be comfortable working with cannabis and hemp.

Experience in building and maintaining quality assurance systems is preferred.

Experience in a 3rd party, regulated food or environmental testing laboratory is preferred.

Must be comfortable with cannabis.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $46,000-52,000 DOE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $48,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Vision Insurance

Schedule:

• 8 Hour Shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Laboratory: 1 year (Required)
• Quality Assurance: 2 years (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location:

• One location

This Job Is:

• A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
• A job for which all ages, including older job seekers, are encouraged to apply

Company's website:

• Levelonelabs.com

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely:

• No

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COMPANY OVERVIEW
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Recently named one of Entrepreneur magazine's Top 100 Cannabis Leaders, Cresco Labs is one of the largest vertically-integrated multi-state cannabis operators in the United States. Cresco is built to become the most important company in the cannabis industry by combining the most strategic geographic footprint with one of the leading distribution platforms in North America. Employing a consumer-packaged goods ("CPG") approach to cannabis, Cresco's house of brands is designed to meet the needs of all consumer segments and includes some of the most recognized and trusted national brands including Cresco, Remedi and Mindy's, a line of edibles created by James Beard Award-winning chef Mindy Segal. Sunnyside*, Cresco's national dispensary brand is a wellness-focused retailer designed to build trust, education and convenience for both existing and new cannabis consumers. Recognizing that the cannabis industry is poised to become one of the leading job creators in the country, Cresco has launched the industry's first national comprehensive Social Equity and Educational Development (SEED) initiative designed to ensure that all members of society have the skills, knowledge and opportunity to work in and own businesses in the cannabis industry.
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MISSION STATEMENT
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At Cresco, we aim to lead the nation's cannabis industry with a focus on regulatory compliance, product consistency, and customer satisfaction. Our operations bring legitimacy to the cannabis industry by acting with the highest level of integrity, strictly adhering to regulations, and promoting the clinical efficacy of cannabis. As Cresco grows, we will operate with the same level of professionalism and precision in each new market we move in to.
JOB SUMMARY
Cresco Labs is seeking a Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist to join our cultivation facility in Carpinteria, CA. As a QA Specialist, you will be responsible for assisting with quality-related activities at the facility associated with sampling and inspection of finished products, customer complaints, product investigations, and Corrective and Prevention Action (CAPA). Product families include cannabis flower, cannabis oil, manufacturing infused products (lotion, capsules, vape pens/cartridges, transdermal patches). This position will also help ensure products are being produced in a manner that meets all specifications and brand consistency. You will also assist in identifying potential quality risks and working with operations personnel to develop improvement opportunities. The ideal candidate must possess a strong attention to detail and experience working within a highly regulated industry.
CORE JOB DUTIES

• Performs finished product sampling and inspection.
• Performs equipment and product line clearances before production runs.
• Inspects retain samples and customer return samples, as deemed necessary.
• Writes customer complaints and product investigations, helping to assess risk, identify root cause, CAPA plans, and implementing solutions with business partners.
• Writes QMS documents, including routing and/or approval of change request packages, as requested.
• Inspects packaged orders to ensure correct content and quantities, as deemed necessary.
• Reviews in-process batch documentation to ensure real-time compliance to product specifications, good documentation practices and written policies/procedures.
• Reviews in-process batch documentation, logbooks, test results, and good documentation practices.
• Performs reviews and audits as assigned.
• Collaborates with operational functions to troubleshoot manufacturing and production defects, CAPA, and customer complaints. Provides advice with process improvements to eliminate errors and reduce risk.
• Consolidates technical information from operations and manufacturing personnel and prepares written investigation and CAPA reports which may be provided to state regulators. Discuss quality-related issues with state regulators, as needed.
• Monitors compliance to established Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidance.
• Executes action plans for product quarantine, destruction, rework, withdrawal/recall.
• Conducts all duties in compliance with safety rules, applicable SOPs, and other applicable guidelines.
• Performs reviews and audits as assigned.
• Collaborates with operational functions to troubleshoot manufacturing and production defects, CAPA, and customer complaints. Provides advice with process improvements to eliminate errors and reduce risk.
• May require travel to other states or facilities to perform training and/or assist with quality issues.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS

• Bachelor's degree, 3-5 years' experience or Associate Degree, 2+ years' experience in quality role.
• Prior experience in highly regulated industry. Highly desirable: healthcare, medical devices, pharmaceutical, consumer packaged goods (food), cannabis. Highly desirable: FDA, HACCP, experience.
• Prior experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control function.
• Prior experience with product sampling, inspection procedures, customer complaints, product investigations, and CAPA.
• Prior experience in regulatory agency audits and correspondence.
• Ability to follow written procedures and monitor others for adherence to written procedures.
• Ability to create or update written procedures with site operations personnel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented.
• Utilizes critical thinking to troubleshoot issues, work collaboratively with a team to brainstorm solutions, and implement improvement solutions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including writing executive summaries and communicating with senior level operations, quality management team, and regulatory agencies.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be 21 years of age or older to apply
• Must comply with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry

Cresco Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all applicants will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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Job Description

About Coastal

Coastal is a licensed cannabis business focused on the legal and compliant sale of products to adults in California. Coastal's mission is to provide premium cannabis products through a community focused approach, in a safe and responsible manner in order to promote a healthy, happy lifestyle. Coastal holds retail, delivery, manufacturing and distribution licenses and is quickly becoming a trusted, dominant player in the growing cannabis industry.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Quality Control Specialist shall be responsible for sampling and analysis throughout operations utilizing in-house and third-party analytical equipment, ensuring analytics equipment is functioning correctly, coordinating third-party testing, data-logging, supporting R&D efforts, and maintaining compliant inventory records.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Ensure that all activities are performed safely and in strict accordance with company guidelines; maintains product and company reputation by complying with government regulations.

· Conduct routine sample preparation, and physical and chemical measurements for quality control purposes.

· Perform routine maintenance and calibration of analytical instrumentation (HPLC, GC, etc.)

· Establish and maintain relationship with 3rd-party testing lab. Ship and document samples for 3rd-party testing and regulatory compliance.

· Collect all hazardous/non-hazardous waste generated by analytical processes and transfers to appropriate collection areas.

· Manage inventory for all consumables used in QA/QC process, as well as concentrates, bulk intermediates and finished products where applicable

· Identify opportunities for process and product improvement and presents them to both supervisors

· Aide in the development of new chemistries, formulations, products, and processes.

· Maintain meticulous electronic and paper records covering all aspects of the QA/QC process

· Aide in the production of concentrates where applicable, as dictated by Site Production Manager

EXPECTATIONS:

1. Perform daily operations in accordance to responsibilities above. Operational days will be reviewed twice a month and rated as meeting expectations, falls below expectations, or exceeds expectations. Reports will be given back with notes from Site Director.

2. Minimize operations downtime. Any delays in standard turnaround times shall be documented with reasoning as part of weekly summary reports to Site Director. Periodic evaluations will be performed on downtime to address controllable vs. uncontrollable circumstances.

3. Waste and incurred costs

4. Perform inventory management within framework of site in a timely fashion. Deviations from ideal turnaround will be reviewed and addressed periodically.

QUALIFICATIONS

· HPLC competency required.

· 2+ years in a Quality Control/Quality Assurance role (or similar experience).

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Responsive problem solver and action oriented.

· Strong team mentality.

· Meticulous attention to detail.

· Highly organized.

· Must pass an extensive background security check and must be able to obtain a local authority badge – prior to or at the time of hire.

· Possesses a proud work-ethic and enthusiasm to help grow the company culture.

REQUESTED SKILLS

· Experience in Method Development recommended.

· Proficient using Microsoft office applications and ERP applications.

· Experience with FDA Regulations a plus.

· Experience in the cannabis industry a plus.

Coastal Manufacturing LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by nondiscrimination policy.

For immediate consideration, please submit a cover letter, resume and three professional references.

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $50.00 to $69.00 /hour

Experience:

• relevant: 2 years (Required)
• supervisory: 1 year (Preferred)
• Quality Assurance: 2 years (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

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Fluent is a premier medical cannabis company, with cultivation, processing and retail locations in Florida, Texas, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico and Canada. Our purpose is to compassionately provide patients access to the highest level of medical cannabis in an unrivaled, professional healthcare environment with outstanding customer service. Patient care always comes first at Fluent and our standards, practices, and performance is unmatched.

We are looking for leaders who want to work alongside great talent and create a positive work experience for their team. We are focused on continuous improvements, which creates development opportunities, engaged feedback, and increased contributions towards our goals as a leader in the medical cannabis industry.

Find out more at www.getfluent.com. Follow us on LinkedIn.

ROLE SUMMARY

Quality Assurance Specialist will implementation, development, and enforcement of quality standards, policies, procedures and programs to ensure safe and compliant conditions for the manufacture, cultivation and packaging of cannabis and cannabis containing products. The Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for assuring compliance with 3rd party requirements (including state and/or federal) and potential audit.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Ensure Quality Assurance regulatory compliance, Quality Control, internal and regulatory compliance and audits, and GAP identification.

· Adherence to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Good Production Practices (GPP) of the Licensed operations, and the drafting of all SOPs and their work instructions, and training staff in these for correct implementation in operations and regulatory compliance.

· Maintaining performance standards, procedures, and audit controls to meet state requirements and standard operating procedure and work instructions development and approval.

· Maintenance of GPPs as they pertain to premises, equipment and sanitation, complying with quality assurance policies.

· Oversee the effective sanitation program to ensure production, packaging, labeling and storage activities involving cannabis are conducted under sanitary conditions.

· Assist all plant quality related activities, providing support as the primary facility resource for problem identification, resolution, loss reporting and continuous improvement.

· Perform statistical analysis of data to ensure that all policies, trends, and specifications are maintained throughout stability studies.

· Responsible for all facility quality related Key Performance Indicator (KPI) reporting and performance. Establish and implement Process Indicators (PI) and metrics (process capability, control charts, measurement quality) for monitoring system effectiveness.

· Ensure all cannabis and cannabis containing products produced at the facility are properly tested in accordance with company procedures and guidelines, at appropriate frequencies, and meet specifications prior to release.

· Ensure testing data is appropriately documented and maintained.

· Assist in aligning the company all state, federal and 3rd party requirements.

· Collaboration with the Security Manager to ensure proper implementation of Building Security Measures pertaining to the operations and the handling of product.

· Conduct internal audits to ensure readiness and host audits from external auditors and regulatory personnel.

· Maintain finished product specifications and labels (nutritional, labeling, shelf life, etc.) and ensure compliance.

· Support applicable ISO 17025 (Testing and Calibration) directives. Ensure all equipment used is calibrated appropriately and

· anticipate maintenance when needed.

· Coordinate and generate End-To-End Annual Product Quality Review reports.

· Oversee recalls, complaint management, approval of product quality prior to approval for sale; product return management; sample retention; and reporting adverse reactions.

· Identify and implement process improvements to increase the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality, oversee new equipment implementation or modification and validation.

· Work with production team performing in product manufacturing processes validation for regulatory submissions, and preparation for regulatory inspections and commercial production.

· Staff training to ensure regulatory compliance with all aspects of the high standards of quality control.

· Assist with other production tasks as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

· Bachelor of Science degree or related field.

· Minimum four years of experience in a Quality Management/ Quality Control, supporting Pharmaceutical, Manufacturing or other regulated industry.

· GMP knowledge with a focus in operational excellence in GMPs, recalls, electronic and hard copy records in an operational environment.

· Experience in identifying GMP gaps with experience in writing SOPS, work instructions, identifying GAPs, and with regulatory compliance and internal and external audits experience.

· Exposure to and working knowledge of manual and computer-generated batch records and record keeping complying with state regulations.

· Experience in an ISO: 9001, ISO: 13485 or ISO: 17025 environments is an asset.

SKILLS / INTERESTS

· Strong relationship and interpersonal skills especially with diverse groups of people

· Entrepreneurial attitude with an interest in learning, understanding, growing, and improving the business

· A champion of change with courage of convictions

· Detail-oriented, well-organized, focused, and driven

· Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

· Strong integrity and the ability to influence others

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervisory responsibility.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position operates in cultivation and manufacturing environments. This role routinely uses cultivation processing equipment and standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, walk and stand for long periods of time; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

POSITION TYPE / EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This position will be required to work the evening shift and weekends and regularly requires long hours.

TRAVEL

Travel is not required although some out-of-the-area travel may be requested on an as needed basis.

REQUIRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

Bachelor of Science degree or related field.

Minimum four years of experience in a Quality Management/ Quality Control, supporting Pharmaceutical, Manufacturing or other regulated industry.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AAP/EEO Statement

Fluent is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of race, color, religion, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or any other classification protected by law.

COMPANY BENEFITS

Fluent provides comprehensive benefits offerings to all full-time employees. Our benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, and paid time-off program.

All applicants must be legally authorized to work in United States and will be required to submit proof of such eligibility.

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $50,000.00 to $60,000.00 /year

Experience:

• Quality Control: 1 year (Preferred)
• Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)
• Quality Assurance: 3 years (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Location:

• Winter Garden, FL (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off

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Company Overview

SLANG Worldwide Inc. is a leading cannabis-focused consumer packaged goods company. The Company is focused on acquiring and developing market-proven regional brands, as well as creating new brands to meet the needs of cannabis consumers worldwide. SLANG is listed on the Canadian Securities Exchange under the ticker symbol SLNG.

Summary of Position

The Quality Assurance Specialist supports production facilities by providing leadership and guidance to execute the policies described within the company's Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance (QA) systems. It is the responsibility of the Specialist to ensure high quality products are safely produced within the network, and deviations that occur during production are handled appropriately. The Specialist will work closely with leaders throughout the network to ensure the safety of employees and the quality of finished goods are the first priority when making decisions that impact day to day operations.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Work with production team members in order to standardize and maintain accurate written operation procedures.
• Ensure production records and digital logs exist to capture all essential production data (ie. yields, processing times, operating technicians, etc.).
• Provide guidance to the production teams for corrective action plans when responding to deviation events.
• Develop and implement effective preventive action plans with team members to solve recurring deviation events.
• Develop, review and enforce batch release and material inspection checkpoints throughout production facilities to detect adulterated or out-of-spec production materials.
• Develop and conduct structured training seminars for production leads, operators and technicians.
• Regularly conduct the following internal audits:
  • Facility Safety
  • Compliance
  • Production Operations
  
  
• Ensure all critical job functions and company policies are written, kept accurate and archived properly.
• Develop and execute the company's equipment management policies.
• Coordinate with production team members in order to identify and develop improvement opportunities.

Education & Experience

• 21 years old +
• 4-year college diploma preferred.
• Able to secure a MED KEY license
• Computer knowledge with word, excel, etc.
• 2+ years' Experience working in a hands-on production, or laboratory environment

Skills and Attributes

• Self-motivated, punctual individual
• Ability to prioritize tasks and solve problems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to adjust to change quickly
• Detail oriented with good math skills
• Positive team oriented employee
• Ability to receive constructive criticism and address areas of need positively

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary between $60,000 - $65,000
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• ClassPass Corporate Wellness
• 401k savings with a 2x employer match
• Generous employee discounts

What to Expect

As a newly public company, in a new area of industry, SLANG is in the early stages of operations but is growing fast. As a result, you will have the opportunity to own projects as they arise and make an impact on how we shape the organization. We are a hardworking, dedicated group, who are passionate about SLANG and ensuring the success of the company. You can expect a hardworking team, but a causal and flexible office environment.

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