Production Lab Supervisor

Green Thumb - Centreville, MD

Full-time - Mid Level

Centreville, MD

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

As a Production & Laboratory Supervisor, you will oversee the laboratory production operations of infused and extraction products in a cannabis manufacturing environment. This role emphasizes hands-on leadership, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, maintaining equipment, and supporting production employees to uphold product quality standards. Your leadership will be crucial in motivating the team and ensuring operational efficiency while working closely with all production staff.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the laboratory production operations of infused products and/or extraction products.
• Lead production employees to perform proficiently, providing motivation through personal example and interpersonal skills.
• Support leadership in maintaining high standards of quality by assisting with document management, program development, and laboratory testing.
• Employ critical thinking and problem-solving skills to identify efficiency/productivity issues and suggest improvements.
• Maintain compliance with all State laws/regulations affecting operations and safety, promoting safety policies and awareness.
• Ensure employees maintain compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
• Complete necessary scheduling, training, onboarding, and performance reviews.
• Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory instruments, monitor experiments, 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, and Chemical Hygiene Policy compliance.
• Identify and report unsafe equipment, conditions, and practices to prevent incidents.
• Maintain hygiene, organization, and overall appearance of the facility.

Requirements

• 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, but not required.
• Knowledge in Continuous Improvement methodologies, such as Kaizen or Gemba Walks.
• Ability to use standard office equipment and software including word processing, database management, and spreadsheet applications.
• Knowledge of laboratory best practices including data entry, cleanliness, and systems.
• Highly motivated, self-directed, innovative, and able to work independently or in teams with keen judgement and resourcefulness.
• Ability to adapt and thrive 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.
• Solid understanding of cannabis laws, rules, and regulations set forth by the state.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a cannabis production environment.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety protocols and best practices.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for professional development
• Employee discounts on products