GreenThumb Ltd · 1 day ago
Technical Associate, Product Innovation (Vape, Concentrates, Specialty products)
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$85K/yr - $100K/yr
1+ years expGreen Thumb is focused on continuous innovation to create the best product experiences for consumers. The Technical Associate, Product Innovation will play a critical role in bringing the innovation strategy to life within the vape and concentrates categories, managing projects and collaborating with various teams to ensure successful product launches.
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Responsibilities
Support new-to-world product launches, assisting Technical Manager, Product Innovation – Vape, Conc, Specialty with key tasks and deliverables throughout the product launch process
Lead market expansion projects throughout the entirety of the product launch process, inclusive of launch timelines, risk assessments and reporting of performance metrics
Demonstrate fluency on highly technical extraction processes and both oil and hardware specifications
Extrapolate highly technical product data and specifications to inform overall product and project plans
Drive the packaging artwork development process for all market expansion projects
Manage all packaging workflows through our internal quality control system
Lead the development of any market-specific formulations and/or packaging structures, due to regulatory restrictions
Collaborate with Brand and Regional Marketing teams to drive clarity on timelines and deliverables, enabling smooth and successful product launches
Work directly with our production sites to ensure operational readiness ahead of launch
Understand all state-specific regulations impacting both formulations and packaging
Qualification
Required
1+ years of EITHER: 1) Cannabis lab/R&D experience – with a focus on extraction OR 2) Cannabis/nicotine vape hardware development experience
Strong technical knowledge of extraction methods, oil specifications, and vape hardware components; must be able to participate in highly technical conversations with both internal and external stakeholders and translate technical details effectively to cross functional partners and downstream production teams
Demonstrated ability to balance multiple priorities and projects simultaneously
Strong detail orientation and organizational skills
Ability to navigate ambiguity and remain focused and positive amidst shifting priorities
Ability to collaborate with and influence project stakeholders across different cross functional departments
Strong product acumen and cannabis knowledge
Strong understanding of project management methodologies
Proficiency with basic Microsoft Office required
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
Preferred
Formal certification like PMP a plus
Proficiency with project management tools, including Microsoft Suite, MS Project, etc., a plus
Company
GreenThumb Ltd
A national brand, owned locally. GreenThumb is a national franchise business with over 220 branches all over the U.K.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-06-18Acquired
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