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Green Thumb Industries (GTI) · 4 hours ago

Edibles Implementation Manager

United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$110K/yr - $140K/yr

Green Thumb Industries is a rapidly growing company in the cannabis industry, and they are seeking a Manager, Edibles Implementation to scale and deploy processes for cannabis infused edible products. This role involves working closely with the Product Development team, providing technical expertise, training, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations.

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Responsibilities

Extensive knowledge on edibles manufacturing processes, chemistry, and processing equipment

Stay up to date with the latest advancements in food processing technologies and best practices

Provide expert guidance to our manufacturing sites on food processing methods, equipment, and techniques to optimize production processes

Address and resolve technical issues, equipment malfunctions, and unexpected challenges in edibles processing

Continuously assess and improve processing methods and operations for efficiency improvements, cost-effectiveness, and product quality

Recommend and implement process enhancements or automation where applicable

Instill optimized processes at manufacturing sites and challenge the status quo

Execute small batch experimentation to support all levels of formulation, scalability, automation, and national processing deviations

Provide training and guidance to production team on new product SOP’s, best practices, safety protocols, and equipment operation

Create and deliver educational materials and refresher workshops as needed

Develop and transfer all pertinent documentation for a vertical, reliable and sustainable technical transfer for any new process

Recruit, mentor, and manage other professionals responsible for supporting our production sites

Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment, encouraging cross-functional collaboration with other departments, including operations, quality assurance, and supply chain, to bring new products to market successfully

Set clear performance expectations, conduct regular performance reviews, and provide constructive feedback to ensure constant growth of our GTI team members

Maintain accurate records of production processes, quality control, and necessary safety measures/PPE required

Assist with the development of batch production records templates, SOP’s, work aids and site readiness documents for a successful product launch

Prepare reports for management and regulatory authorities as required

Support product specification development and reviews as needed to maintain speed to market for new products

Work with corporate quality team to ensure food processing operations meet all relevant regulatory and safety standards, such as FDA, USDA, and local health department guidelines

Develop and implement quality control protocols to maintain consistent product quality and safety

Identify and address any quality-related issues promptly and escalate to leadership with action plan

Aid compliance and accuracy involving product tracking, product security, and product creation

Be aware of hazards in the workspace

Retain and understand department specific training

Report safety incidents/ concerns and comply with follow-up actions

Be compliant with area safety requirements, state regulations and PPE requirements

Follow GMP, biosecurity, sanitation or other quality and compliance requirements

Perform record keeping accurately and completely as directed by a lead or supervisor

Maintain and calibrate tools, equipment and machinery as directed by a lead or supervisor

Report and escalate safety & quality concerns

Qualification

Food processing expertiseFood safety regulationsAnalytical skillsProject managementCross-functional collaborationEquipment troubleshootingCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsOrganizational skillsTime-management skills

Required

Associate or bachelor's degree preferred in related STEM discipline such as chemistry, biology or physics

Extensive hands-on experience in food processing, preferably in various product categories

In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations and industry standards

The ability to travel 50-75% of the time and many times with short notice

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams

Strong organizational and project management skills

Ability to plan, design experiments, and problem solve

Effective time-management skills and ability to multi-task

Capability of troubleshooting, fixing, and servicing a wide range of equipment and software without assistance

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with coworkers and management

Understanding & adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations as they pertain to the industry, safety regulations, local municipal codes and organizational rules, regulations, directives and standard operating procedures

Must pass any and all required background checks

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

Must possess valid driver's license

Must be a minimum of 21 years of age

Must be approved by state badging agency to work in cannabis industry