Production Lab Supervisor

The Role

Responsibilities

• Supervise the laboratory production operations of our infused products and/or extraction products
• Lead production employees to perform in a proficient manner, providing motivation through personal example and interpersonal skills

• Support leadership to maintain high standards of quality by assisting with document management, program development and laboratory testing
• Employ critical thinking and problem-solving skills, including ability to spot issues in efficiency/productivity and suggest improvements
• Maintain compliance with all State laws/regulations that affect GTI operations and safety, while promoting safety policies and awareness. Ensure employees maintain compliance
• Complete necessary scheduling, training, onboarding, performance reviews, etc • Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory instruments, monitor experiments, make observations, calculate and record results, notifying the Operations Manager of any deviations
• Follow SOP and standard analytical procedures to meet Good Laboratory Practices and Good Manufacturing Practices compliance

• Support the documentation of lab standards, inventory management, Chemical Hygiene Policy and related labeling, and other SOPs as assigned
• Capable of working with hazardous chemicals and can identify and report unsafe equipment, conditions, and practices so that they may be corrected prior to an incident
• Responsible for hygiene, organization, and overall appearance of the facility
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Laboratory experience or degree in Life Sciences preferred
• 2+ years of working in an analytical, food manufacturing, or production environment
• Familiarity with OSHA guidelines for dealing with hazardous chemicals

• Background in cannabis extraction or distillation highly desirable, not required
• Knowledge in Continuous improvement, ex. Kaizen, Gemba Walks
• Ability to use standard office equipment, computer equipment, and software including word processing, database management, spreadsheet applications, and email
• Knowledge of laboratory best practices including data entry, cleanliness, and systems
• Highly motivated, self-directed, innovative, and able to work independently or among teams with keen judgement, common sense, and resourcefulness

• Adapts and thrives in a demanding, fast-paced environment
• Possesses a high level of critical thinking
• Must understand and comply with the rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of GTI
• Must have a solid understanding of the cannabis laws, rules and regulations set forth by the state and the Cannabis Compliance Board; a pursuit to further their understanding and knowledge of the industry and the laws is appreciated and commendable

Additional Requirements

• 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 be a minimum of 21 years of age
• Must be approved by the state badging agency to receive an Agent badge

Working Conditions

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform grasping, talking,hearing, seeing and repetitive motions
• Strong odors of extracted cannabis and cannabis plants on a consistent basis
• Ability to lift 20 pounds on occasion.
• Work involves daily exposure to allergens (such as cannabis, tree nuts, and coconut oil).

Calling all curious, collaborative, compassionate, boundary-pushing, trustworthy stewards: There’s a place for you.

People are everything at Green Thumb. Some of us nurture plants while others pore over legal documents or open new stores. A few things we have in common? We’re stewards of the plant, a happy and humble bunch and genuinely love what we do.