Cannabis Extraction Operations Manager

Torrey Holistics; Egg Harbor Township (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Short Term and Long-Term Disability

Life insurance

Pet insurance

EAP

HSA / FSA available

Job summary

Acreage CCF NJ is seeking a Manufacturing Manager to lead the cannabis extraction lab, ensuring safe, compliant daily operations and high-quality finished products. You will manage the extraction team, optimize production workflows, and drive continuous improvement in processing methods and SOPs.

The role requires a hands-on leader with strong regulatory knowledge and experience in hydrocarbon extraction. A bachelor's in biology/chemistry or related field is preferred, with 5+ years in cannabis

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or equivalent – required.
• Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or related field – strongly preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, with at least 4 years in a leadership role in a state-certified cannabis extraction/processing facility – strongly preferred.
• Expertise in Hydrocarbon extraction and various post-processing methods.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
• Proficiency with inventory systems, and standard lab and office equipment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook as well as Google Sheets, Docs and Drive.

Responsibilities

• Lead Daily Extraction Operations: Oversee all aspects of daily lab operations, ensuring efficient, safe, and compliant extraction and related processes.
• Manage and Develop Extraction Team and Performance: Create and manage staff schedules, assign tasks to meet or exceed production and inventory goals, and foster a positive, high-performing work culture.
• Drive Production Strategy and Results: Collaborate with Senior Production Manager and other leaders to achieve production targets aligned with business objectives.
• Maintain Compliance and Quality Standards: Partner with Compliance and other key team members to ensure all processes, documentation, and inventory are audit-ready and fully aligned with state regulations, OSHA requirements, and GMP standards.
• Execute Equipment Maintenance and Safety Protocols: Manage cleaning and preventative maintenance schedules for all lab equipment per manufacturer specifications and internal procedures to ensure uninterrupted production and workplace safety.
• Support Product Innovation and Continuous Improvement: Lead efforts to improve workflow efficiency, product consistency, and innovation in extraction techniques and final product formulation.

Skills

Hydrocarbon extraction

Regulatory knowledge

Leadership & team management

Operational excellence

Communication & problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or related field

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Google Sheets

Docs & Drive

Job description

Acreage CCF NJ is seeking a Manufacturing Manager to lead the cannabis extraction lab, ensuring safe, compliant daily operations and high-quality finished products. You will manage the extraction team, optimize production workflows, and drive continuous improvement in processing methods and SOPs.

The role requires a hands-on leader with strong regulatory knowledge and experience in hydrocarbon extraction. A bachelor's in biology/chemistry or related field is preferred, with 5+ years in cannabis