Lead Inventory Coordinator

Curaleaf; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) retirement plan

PTO

Parental leave

Life insurance

Job summary

Curaleaf is seeking a Lead Inventory Coordinator at our Litchfield facility in Illinois. You will oversee data input, quality, and audits in collaboration with the Inventory Manager and Cultivation team to ensure regulatory compliance and flawless METRC/Biotrack operations.

The role requires 3+ years in data management and inventory auditing, with strong analytical and communication skills. You will drive accurate reporting, support monthly audits, and train staff on data collection and auditing

Qualifications

• 3+ years of data management experience.
• 3+ years of inventory and auditing experience.
• Advanced knowledge managing database systems.
• Experience with METRC and Biotrack systems.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inventory inspections and maintain METRC and Biotrack logs to ensure traceability.
• Communicate with cultivation team to create new plantings in METRC using clone logs.
• Create METRC plant tags for plants.
• Conduct weekly physical counts of each flower room and the Mother Room.
• Audit plant rooms in Biotrack/Metric Systems monthly.
• Complete accurate data documentation to meet internal and regulatory requirements.
• Identify, communicate, and document discrepancies to team leads and Inventory Manager.
• Ensure waste is logged on waste log sheets, processed in Biotrack/Metrc and disposed of properly.
• Collect daily waste from the cultivation team for all plant rooms.
• Assist the grow team during harvests and upload new plants to rooms in METRC.
• Assist other departments with monthly audits.
• Train on data collection and auditing systems and procedures.
• Establish data quality standards with Management and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Maintain strict adherence to established procedures and drive process improvements.

Skills

Data management

Inventory auditing

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Data quality assurance

Tools

METRC

Biotrack/Metric

Database systems

Data extraction/integration

Job description

At Curaleaf, we’re redefining the cannabis industry with a strong commitment to quality, expertise, and innovation. As a leading global cannabis provider, our brands—including Curaleaf, Select, and Grassroots—offer premium products and services in both medical and adult-use markets.

Join us at Curaleaf to be part of a high-growth, purpose-driven company that champions corporate social responsibility through our Rooted in Good initiative, supporting community outreach and positive change. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, drive innovation, and help shape the future of cannabis.

Job Title: Lead Inventory Coordinator Job Type: Full Time, Non-Exempt
Shift: Monday - Friday, 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Litchfield, IL

Who You Are:

As a Lead Inventory Coordinator you will be responsible for both data input, quality, and audits. You will work closely with the Inventory Manager and Cultivation team to ensure that we are proactive in addressing potential issues, maintaining compliance throughout the facility, maintaining compliance within Biotrack/Metric systems and to formulate, implement and enforce proper techniques within the cultivation department.

What You’ll Do:

• Conduct inventory inspections and maintain METRC and Biotrack logs in order to ensure traceability of plant/product movement throughout the facility.
• Communicate with cultivation team in order to create new plantings in METRC by using information on the clone logs.
• Create METRC plant tags for plants.
• Conduct weekly physical counts of each flower room as well as the Mother Room.
• Audit each plant room through the Biotrack/Metric Systems on a monthly basis.
• Complete accurate documentation and enter data to ensure compliance with internal and regulatory requirements.
• Identify, communicate, and document discrepancies to team leads and Inventory Manager.
• Ensure that all waste is properly logged on waste log sheets, processed in Biotrack/Metrc and properly disposed of.
• Collect daily waste from the cultivation team for all plant rooms.
• Assists the grow team during harvests and use METRC to upload new plants to rooms.
• Assist other departments with the completion of their monthly audits.
• Train and educate on data collection and auditing systems and procedures.
• Establish data quality standards and work with the Management team to ensure standards are met in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Ensure quality data collection techniques are established for reporting and monitoring requirements.
• Maintain strict adherence to established procedures.
• Participate in problem-solving activities to drive process improvements.

What You’ll Bring:

• 3+ years of data management experience.
• 3+ years of inventory and auditing experience.
• Advanced knowledge and experience managing database systems and/or data warehouse.
• Advanced knowledge and experience with data integration and extraction from and to multiple diverse data sources and software programs.
• Ability to solve complex data problems and possesses strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage several tasks/projects concurrently and prioritize work effectively.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever changing environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires the ability to sit or stand for 10 hours per day and the ability to work in confined spaces. This position requires consistent hand eye coordination and excellent hand dexterity. Must be able to bend, lift and stoop continuously and lift up to 30 lbs.
• This position has a allergen warnings - potential exposure to dust, pollen, and plant pathogens. Exposure to cleaning solvents, such as high volumes of isopropyl alcohol. All jobs require daily use of provided PPE, such as masks, hair nets, beard covers, respirators, boot covers, scrubs, non-slip shoes, and Tyvek suits as necessary. Exposure to loud noises, including but not limited to air compressors, packaging equipment, and alarms. Exposure to CO2 manufacturing procedures at OSHA approved CO2 levels.

Curaleaf is an Equal Opportunity Employer

What We Offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance*
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and/or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)*
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness program and challenges
• Gym discounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Life and disability insurance*
• Supplemental Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Insurance*
• Commuter benefits*
• Paid time off (PTO) including vacation*, sick leave and holidays
• Parental leave
• Bereavement leave
• Employee discounts
• Recognition programs
• Pet insurance*

*Available to eligible, full-time employees only.

What We Offer:

• Career Growth Opportunities
• Competitive Pay and Benefits
• Generous PTO and Parental Leave
• 401(K) Retirement Plan
• Life/ Disability Insurance
• Community Involvement
• Referral Bonuses and Product Discounts

Benefits vary by state, role type, and eligibility.

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Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (TSX: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf") is a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis with a mission to enhance lives by cultivating, sharing, and celebrating the power of the plant. As a high-growth cannabis company known for quality, expertise and reliability, the Company, and its brands, including Curaleaf, Select, Grassroots, Find, and Anthem provide industry-leading service, product selection and accessibility across the medical and adult-use markets. Curaleaf International is powered by a strong presence in all stages of the supply chain. Its unique distribution network throughout Europe, Canada and Australasia brings together pioneering science and research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction and production. Home | Curaleaf | Cannabis with Confidence

Our Vision:

To be the world's leading cannabis company by consistently delivering superior products and services and driving the global acceptance of cannabis.

Our Values:

• Lead and Inspire.
• Commit to Win.
• ONE Curaleaf.
• Driven to Deliver Excellence.

Curaleaf is an equal opportunity employer. Curaleaf recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Individuals adversely impacted by the war on drugs are encouraged to apply.

Current Curaleaf employees should apply for open positions through our Internal Job Board, which can be accessed via the link on The Leaf.

***Please note that U.S. immigration rules and regulations are governed by federal law; not state law. Although Curaleaf operates in states that have legalized and decriminalized marijuana, it is still considered a controlled substance under federal regulations and thus illegal under federal law. For this reason, unless and until federal law changes, Curaleaf is prohibited from offering sponsorship for any non-immigrant or immigrant visas.

***Please also note that while candidates who are Lawful Permanent Residents (such as those with Green Cards) are eligible for employment with, and are hired by Curaleaf, working for a company engaged in a business that grows and sells a product that is illegal under federal law might compromise the candidate’s immigration status. Before a Lawful Permanent Resident accepts an offer of employment, Curaleaf recommends that the candidate seek the advice of an immigration lawyer.