Senior Manager Processing Extraction and Packaging

Rubicon Organics; Delta; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cannabis company in Delta, British Columbia, is seeking a Senior Manager in Processing, Extraction, and Packaging to optimize operations and ensure product quality. The ideal candidate will have extensive leadership experience in manufacturing or related fields and a strong understanding of regulatory compliance. This full-time role offers growth opportunities and a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Medical and dental benefits after three months

Unlimited vacation

Annual performance bonus

Monthly phone stipend

Dog-friendly office

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing or cannabis.
• Proven track record in process optimization and compliance.
• Strong analytical abilities with a data-driven approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight on processing and packaging operations.
• Drive cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Leadership

Process optimization

Data analysis

Lean/Six Sigma methodologies

Regulatory compliance

Education

Post-secondary education in engineering or related field

Job description

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Rubicon Organics’ mission is to grow the best cannabis on earth and for the earth, and today we are doing just that out of our state-of-the-art greenhouse facility located in Delta, B.C. We are scaling quickly on our journey to become the global brand leader in organic cannabis.

We are seeking a Senior Manager, Processing, Extraction, and Packaging to lead and optimize our core post-harvest operations. Reporting to the Director of Operations, this senior leadership role will oversee the strategy, performance, and compliance of our processing, extraction, and packaging teams. You will be accountable for delivering consistent product quality, driving operational efficiency, and ensuring regulatory and safety excellence across the organization.

This is a high-impact role for a results-driven leader who thrives at the intersection of operational strategy, regulatory compliance, and team development. You will play a pivotal role in shaping Rubicon’s operational success by balancing day-to-day performance with long-term strategic growth.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Provide strategic direction and oversight across processing, extraction, and packaging operations.
• Drive process optimization, cost reduction, and efficiency improvements through Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement practices.
• Monitor production metrics and leverage data-driven insights to identify performance gaps and implement corrective actions.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to enhance long-term operational performance.
  
  

Process Optimization

• Align operational initiatives with company objectives to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and lower costs.
• Prioritize process improvements using ROI, cost-benefit analysis, and alignment with long-term strategic goals.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with R&D, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Quality to ensure seamless integration of improvements.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement by engaging employees at all levels to propose and implement innovations.
  
  

Quality Assurance

• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory and industry quality standards.
• Lead risk assessments, compliance audits, and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Establish and enforce robust quality control protocols from raw material inspection through final packaging.
• Oversee testing, inspections, and documentation to maintain audit readiness and guarantee consistent product quality.
  
  

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing team of managers, supervisors, and technicians.
• Cultivate leadership within the team by empowering supervisors to take greater ownership and accountability.
• Conduct fair, data-driven performance evaluations; establish clear development plans to support both personal and organizational growth.
• Build a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning across all operations.
  
  

Regulatory Compliance and Safety

• Oversee compliance with federal, provincial, and local cannabis regulations.
• Continuously monitor regulatory changes and ensure proactive team training and adaptation.
• Lead workplace safety initiatives by developing, implementing, and continuously improving safety programs.
• Foster a proactive safety culture where employees actively engage in risk identification and prevention.
• Ensure audit and reporting systems are accurate, transparent, and aligned with compliance requirements.
  
  

Resource and Inventory Management

• Develop and implement strategies for long-term resource and inventory planning.
• Partner with procurement, production, and logistics to forecast needs and maintain optimal inventory levels.
• Lead preventive maintenance programs to reduce downtime, extend equipment life, and ensure operational reliability.
• Drive adoption of automation and new technologies to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Optimize workforce planning by balancing staffing with production demand while minimizing costs and waste.
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing, processing, food, pharmaceuticals, or cannabis industries.
• Strong background in process optimization, Lean, or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Proven track record of leading multi-functional operations in a regulated environment.
• In-depth knowledge of quality assurance, compliance, and health & safety standards.
• Exceptional leadership and people development skills, with experience managing large operational teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a data-driven decision-making approach.
• Post-secondary education in engineering, operations management, life sciences, or a related field (MBA or equivalent an asset).
  
  

Why Rubicon

• Canadian leader in premium, certified organic cannabis
• Growing and expanding company with strong momentum
• High-ownership team that values accountability, speed, and continuous improvement
• Visible impact on service and cost; opportunities to learn across functions
• Quality-first mindset and scale-up environment
• Medical and dental benefits after three months
• Unlimited vacation
• Annual performance bonus
• Monthly phone stipend
• Dog-friendly office

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing

• Industries

  Farming, Dairy Product Manufacturing, and Fisheries

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