Compliance & Quality Assurance Manager

Connecticut Social Equity; Sterling (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Rodeo Cannabis Company in Sterling, Connecticut is seeking a Compliance & Quality Assurance Manager to lead regulatory compliance and quality control at our Sterling manufacturing facility.

This hands-on role reports to the COO and works with manufacturing, inventory and operations teams to ensure products meet regulatory requirements and company quality standards, including DCP inspections and corrective actions.

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience in cannabis compliance, quality assurance, quality control or regulated manufacturing.
• Experience with Connecticut cannabis regulations and DCP requirements.
• Experience conducting audits, inspections and managing corrective actions.
• Ability to write clear SOPs and maintain records.
• Familiarity with seed-to-sale systems, inventory reconciliation and manufacturing documentation.
• Attention to detail and accountability.
• Clear communication and ability to lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation for DCP inspections, regulatory inquiries and internal audits.
• Develop, maintain and improve standard operating procedures (SOPs), compliance records and quality procedures.
• Conduct routine facility inspections and verify that employees follow established production and sanitation procedures.
• Review batch records, testing documentation, labels and packaging for accuracy and compliance.
• Perform and document quality checks throughout production and packaging, including product weights, packaging integrity and label accuracy.
• Oversee product holds, quality review and release procedures, coordinating required approvals.
• Audit inventory records, product movements, manifests and seed-to-sale tracking for accuracy.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies, product complaints and quality deviations.
• Document root causes, corrective actions and follow-up verification.
• Train employees on compliance requirements, quality standards and proper documentation.
• Track regulatory changes and coordinate necessary updates with leadership.
• Maintain organized records and clear reporting on inspection findings, open issues and corrective‑action deadlines.
• Escalate concerns promptly and pause affected activities or place products on hold when warranted.

Job description

Compliance & Quality Assurance Manager

Rodeo Cannabis Company | Sterling, Connecticut
Full-time On-site

About Rodeo

Rodeo Cannabis Company is a Connecticut cannabis business with cultivation, manufacturing and retail operations. We're hiring a Compliance & Quality Assurance Manager to lead regulatory compliance and quality control at our Sterling manufacturing facility.

About the Role

This is a hands-on position for someone who can keep our facility inspection-ready, maintain accurate records and ensure products meet regulatory requirements and company quality standards.

You'll report to the COO and work closely with manufacturing, inventory and operations teams. You'll serve as the primary contact for Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) inspections and help leadership identify and resolve compliance and quality issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation for DCP inspections, regulatory inquiries and internal audits.
• Develop, maintain and improve standard operating procedures (SOPs), compliance records and quality procedures.
• Conduct routine facility inspections and verify that employees follow established production and sanitation procedures.
• Review batch records, testing documentation, labels and packaging for accuracy and compliance.
• Perform and document quality checks throughout production and packaging, including product weights, packaging integrity and label accuracy.
• Oversee product holds, quality review and release procedures, coordinating required approvals.
• Audit inventory records, product movements, manifests and seed-to-sale tracking for accuracy.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies, product complaints and quality deviations.
• Document root causes, corrective actions and follow-up verification.
• Train employees on compliance requirements, quality standards and proper documentation.
• Track regulatory changes and coordinate necessary updates with leadership.
• Maintain organized records and clear reporting on inspection findings, open issues and corrective‑action deadlines.
• Escalate concerns promptly and pause affected activities or place products on hold when warranted.

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience in cannabis compliance, quality assurance, quality control or regulated manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of Connecticut cannabis regulations and DCP requirements strongly preferred.
• Experience conducting audits, preparing for inspections and managing corrective actions.
• Ability to write clear, practical SOPs and maintain accurate records.
• Familiarity with cannabis seed-to-sale systems, inventory reconciliation and manufacturing documentation.
• Strong attention to detail, sound judgment and consistent follow-through.
• Ability to communicate requirements clearly and hold teams accountable professionally.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets, data entry and document management.
• Comfortable working on the production floor and independently managing competing priorities.

Preferred Experience

• Cannabis extraction, infused products, edibles or packaging operations.
• Food safety, sanitation, HACCP or GMP programs.
• Batch record review, label verification and product quality investigations.
• Quality management systems and document control.
• Relevant degree or professional certification; equivalent practical experience will be considered.

Compensation and Schedule

• Full-time, on-site at our Sterling, Connecticut manufacturing facility.
• Benefits will be discussed during the interview process.

Rodeo Cannabis Company is an equal opportunity employer.