Edibles Production Leader

Verano; Somerville (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Verano is seeking an Edibles Manager to oversee cannabis-infused edible production, leading Assistant Managers, Edible Leads, and Production Specialists. This role drives production scheduling, quality control, and regulatory compliance across edibles like chocolates, gummies, mints, and hard candies.

The position emphasizes leadership, cost control, and process optimization in a regulated environment, with responsibilities spanning safety, GMP/ISO standards, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• 3+ years in high-volume food production facility or cannabis kitchen.
• 2+ years in management/supervisory role in a regulated field with health and safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operational management and business activities of the edibles department in the facility.
• Motivate edibles team by providing encouragement and constructive feedback.
• Drive the edibles department to achieve goals and maximize profitability.
• Develop and implement SOPs, policies, and objectives to increase productivity and compliance.
• Develop and execute the edibles production schedule.
• Assist in the development and execution of the facility production schedule.
• Maintain edibles inventory levels based on sales forecasts.
• Ensure quality, safety, GMPs and ISO standards are followed.
• Monitor equipment performance with the maintenance team.
• Provide coaching and development opportunities to Assistant Managers and Leads.
• Lead inclusively and engage associates to support strategy and retention.
• Support finished product inventory management and batch records.
• Ensure QC/QA protocols are followed and maintained.
• Follow regulations for food production, health and safety, and state requirements.
• Partner with HR to manage the department workforce.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Production scheduling

Quality awareness

Cost optimization

Coaching & development

Tools

ERP software

Inventory management software

Job description

Verano is seeking an Edibles Manager to oversee cannabis-infused edible production, leading Assistant Managers, Edible Leads, and Production Specialists. This role drives production scheduling, quality control, and regulatory compliance across edibles like chocolates, gummies, mints, and hard candies.

The position emphasizes leadership, cost control, and process optimization in a regulated environment, with responsibilities spanning safety, GMP/ISO standards, and cross-functional collaboration.