The United Green · 3 days ago
Research And Development Specialist
Michigan, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$75K/yr - $100K/yr
3+ years expThe United Green is a company focused on innovation in the cannabis industry, and they are seeking a Research & Development Engineer to enhance their product portfolio. This role involves developing new products, improving existing formulations, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while collaborating with various teams.
CannabisEmploymentRecruitingStaffing Agency
Hiring Manager
Morgan Dolan
Responsibilities
Product Development: Design, develop, and test new cannabis products and formulations, including pre-rolls, vapes, and gummies
Innovation: Lead innovation in product design, ingredients, and manufacturing techniques to create differentiated, market-leading products
Research: Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and consumer insights to inform R&D strategy
Process Optimization: Improve existing products and manufacturing processes to enhance quality, efficiency, consistency, and sustainability
Compliance: Ensure all R&D activities and production processes meet regulatory requirements and internal quality standards
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with internal teams to translate concepts into scalable, compliant products aligned with company goals
Documentation: Maintain detailed R&D documentation, including SOPs, formulations, test results, and compliance records
Testing & Validation: Conduct and oversee testing to ensure product safety, efficacy, and consistency
Qualification
Required
Hands-on experience in a similar role at successful cannabis companies is the most important qualification for this position
3-5+ years of R&D experience, preferably within the cannabis industry or related fields (pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, consumer packaged goods)
Strong understanding of cannabis extraction methods, product formulation, and manufacturing processes
Demonstrated success bringing new products to market with a creative, solutions-oriented approach
Familiarity with cannabis industry regulations and compliance standards
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly present technical information
Proven ability to collaborate across teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Preferred
A degree is preferred but not required
Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field preferred (not required)
Benefits
401(k)
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Company
The United Green
The United Green is a staffing agency that provides recruiting and employment services for the cannabis industry.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Craig Petersmark
Chief Executive Officer
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