Cannabis R&D Technologist: Product Prototyping & Trials

Cresco Labs; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Stock options

Bonuses

Job summary

Cresco Labs is seeking a Product Development Technician to support developing, evaluating, and commercializing new products at our Joliet, IL facility. You will assist with prototype creation, ingredient screening, and manufacturing support to ensure Cresco’s standards for quality and consumer experience.

The role collaborates with R&D, Operations, and Quality teams to drive trials, documentation, and project execution through bench to production scales, contributing to shelf-life studies and

Qualifications

• 1-3 years prior work experience in a laboratory or manufacturing setting supporting R&D or Product Development.
• Associate degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering, Biology, Food Science, or related field preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate documentation, trial records, and technical reports.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple projects.
• Experience with cannabis extracts, processing, or food and beverage production is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support development projects from briefs through commercialization.
• Plan and conduct product and process development trials.
• Maintain subject matter expertise of equipment functions, operations and troubleshooting processes.
• Work in the Joliet, IL facility for 80-100% of working hours.
• Record, analyze, interpret, and present technical data to support product and process decisions.
• Create product prototypes and samples for distribution to key project stakeholders.
• Work with cross-functional teams to plan and train for new product launches from benchtop to manufacturing scale and product commercialization.
• Research and troubleshoot technical issues during development and production, proposing practical solutions.

Skills

Lab experience

R&D support

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Associate degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Cresco Labs is seeking a Product Development Technician to support developing, evaluating, and commercializing new products at our Joliet, IL facility. You will assist with prototype creation, ingredient screening, and manufacturing support to ensure Cresco’s standards for quality and consumer experience.

The role collaborates with R&D, Operations, and Quality teams to drive trials, documentation, and project execution through bench to production scales, contributing to shelf-life studies and