Head of Cannabis Extraction & Formulation (Remote)

Green Thumb; United States; Remote; USD 200,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Green Thumb is seeking a Vice President of Extraction & Formulation to lead the organization’s extraction and formulation capabilities across Cannabis, hemp, and related products. You will drive strategic initiatives, oversee cross-site operations, and partner with R&D to scale processes while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The role is remote with up to 50% travel, reporting to the Operations Leadership Team.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in biology, chemistry, or engineering required.
• 15+ years’ experience in operations, R&D or engineering in cannabis.
• Prior experience formulating consumer products.
• Knowledge of laboratory best practice and sanitary design.
• Familiarity with OSHA guidelines for dealing with hazardous chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and drive the strategic vision for the extraction and formulation group, aligning goals with business objectives and market trends.
• Lead initiatives to improve extraction technologies, filling and formulation processes, and operational efficiency.
• Direct multi-site operations to ensure consistency, reliability, and quality across all facilities.
• Provide thought leadership on trends and technologies in cannabis extraction, filling and formulation.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and safety standards across sites.
• Partner with product development to identify opportunities for new extracts, edibles, and concentrates.
• Design, pilot, and implement new technologies at scale with R&D and engineering.
• Monitor emerging technologies and recommend process optimizations.
• Establish and enforce SOPs and facility standards for extraction processes.
• Drive continuous improvement to optimize throughput and yields.
• Build and lead a high-performing team and oversee recruitment, training and performance management.
• Foster collaboration across extraction, operations and corporate functions.
• Oversee complex, multi-site projects and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to integrate new processes and technologies.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Cannabis extraction

Cross-functional collaboration

R&D partnership

Education

Master’s degree in biology, chemistry, or engineering

Doctoral degree preferred

Job description

Green Thumb is seeking a Vice President of Extraction & Formulation to lead the organization’s extraction and formulation capabilities across Cannabis, hemp, and related products. You will drive strategic initiatives, oversee cross-site operations, and partner with R&D to scale processes while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The role is remote with up to 50% travel, reporting to the Operations Leadership Team.