King City Gardens ยท 4 weeks ago
Logistics Quality Control (QC) Specialist
Cincinnati, OH
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelKing City Gardens is a company focused on the cannabis industry, and they are seeking a Logistics Quality Control (QC) Specialist to ensure that all packaged cannabis products meet internal quality standards and regulatory requirements. The role involves conducting quality inspections, verifying compliance, and maintaining accurate documentation prior to product distribution.
AgricultureAgTechApparelCannabisComplianceData ManagementIndoor PositioningPackaging ServicesRetail
Responsibilities
Perform detailed QC inspections on all packaged lots received from the Packaging Department prior to vault intake
Verify lot integrity, SKU accuracy, unit counts, weights, packaging configuration, heat/tamper seal and labeling compliance
Ensure all required regulatory information is present and accurate, including: License numbers, Batch/lot numbers, Harvest and packaging dates, Net weight, Required warning statements
Confirm packaging meets internal quality standards and is free of defects, damage, or contamination
Accurately document QC approvals, rejections, and findings per SOP requirements
Conduct final QC checks on all outbound orders prior to shipment or delivery
Verify each order is 100% accurate, including: Correct SKUs and product types, Correct lot numbers, Correct quantities and unit configurations, Matching manifest and sales order documentation
Ensure orders comply with Ohio cannabis transportation and distribution regulations
Identify, escalate, and document discrepancies before orders leave the facility
Maintain accurate and complete QC records in accordance with Ohio Division of Cannabis Control (DCC) regulations
Ensure inventory movements and lot releases are accurately reflected in the state seed-to-sale tracking system
Adhere strictly to GMP, SOPs, and internal quality policies
Support audits and inspections by providing documentation and traceability records when requested
Communicate QC findings clearly and professionally with Packaging, Inventory, Logistics, and Management teams
Escalate quality or compliance risks immediately and participate in root cause analysis as needed
Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying trends or recurring issues
Qualification
Required
Previous experience in quality control, logistics, inventory, or regulated manufacturing preferred
Strong attention to detail with the ability to spot discrepancies quickly and accurately
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong organizational and documentation skills
Comfortable working in a highly regulated environment with strict compliance standards
Ability to stand, walk, and handle packaged products throughout the shift
Preferred
Experience in the cannabis industry, particularly in packaging, inventory, logistics, or QC
Familiarity with Ohio cannabis regulations and seed-to-sale tracking systems
GMP or quality systems experience
Experience performing lot and order audits in a warehouse or distribution environment
Company
King City Gardens
King City Gardens cultivates and packages cannabis flower, supplying licensed dispensaries and operating The Garden Dispensary.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Caveh Azadeh
Co-Founder / Partner
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