Quality Assurance Manager

Green Thumb Industries (GTI); Rock Island (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to oversee quality operations at its production facilities. This role is pivotal in developing and implementing quality assurance policies, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, and leading a high-performing team. The ideal candidate will have extensive QA/QC experience, strong leadership skills, and a passion for maintaining product quality and safety in the cannabis industry. Join a forward-thinking company where your contributions will directly impact product excellence and safety, and help shape the future of quality management in a rapidly evolving field.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of QA/QC experience in a regulated production organization.
• Strong ability to effectively present information and respond to questions.
• Must have a solid understanding of Medical Marijuana laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee QA department and ensure compliance with standard operating procedures.
• Lead quality initiatives and maintain a high performing quality system.
• Manage, train and develop QA/QC employees to foster a high-performance culture.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Quality Control

Regulatory Compliance

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Team Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Food Science

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Quality Management System (QMS)

HACCP

ISO Standards

Job description

The Quality Assurance Manager is responsible for managing and enforcing all quality assurance and (QA) operations at GTI’s production facilities. Specifically, the QA/QC Manager will play a key role in upgrading or developing and implementing GTI’s quality assurance policies and standard operating procedures.This role will include the development and implementation of Product Quality programs, adherence to HACCP (risk) programs, product quality tracking systems, ingredient management programs, allergen and sanitization management programs, product safety practices. The individual will ensure that the team is following all GTI operating procedures and any quality regulations for federal, state, county, etc.

You will travel to both sites in Illinois - Oglesby and Rock Island, IL.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the facility’s QA department and ensure all employees understand and follow all standard operating procedures.
• Responsible for review and releasing batches in accordance with state and GTI standard operating procedures.
• Define, implement, and improve GTI’s Quality Management System including development of process and product testing to ensure quality standards are met and oversee determination of finished product disposition
• Partner with management to lead quality initiatives that develop and maintain a high performing, scalable, and compliant quality system
• Implement and maintain sanitation and quality control practices that ensure the safety and quality of cannabis including purity and consistency
• Adhere to GTI’s HACCP, allergen, and sanitization management programs.
• Review and approve decisions about whether to investigate a cannabis product complaint and review and approve the findings and follow-up action of any investigation performed.
• Lead site Root Cause investigations and decisions about whether to investigate Product Quality issues (whether from customer complaints or onsite issues) and review, approve the findings and any follow-up actions of the investigation performed.
• Adhere to GTI’s program for designated positive product release and product safety.
• Evaluate and investigate 3 rd party lab results when necessary.
• Lead Monthly Site Quality Review with site leadership as well as corporate quality leaders.
• Review and approve planned deviations and changes to SOPs prior to implementation
• Manage non-conforming materials issues, including partnering with procurement regarding supplier issues and selection.
• Execute state required trainings.
• Track quality KPI’s; analyze data, identify trends and execute corrective action plans.
• Manage, train and develop QA/QC employees to perform in a proficient manner, providing motivation through personal example and interpersonal skills to create a cohesive unit.
• Promote awareness and responsibility through training and regular communication throughout the facility.
• Establish employee goals, monitor employee performance, and provide regular 1x1 performance feedback to help the employee succeed. Foster a high-performance culture through active leadership and create a strong sense of accountability within the department.

Working Conditions

• Work involves daily exposure to allergens (such as cannabis, tree nuts, and coconut oil).

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of QA/QC experience in a regulated production organization. FDA cGMP competency in 21 CFR Part 111 & 117 preferred. Cannabis experience is a plus.
• Bachelors Degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Engineering or similar required
• 3-5 years of progressive leadership responsibility with a proven track record of building and developing QA/QC processes and systems preferred.
• Strong ability to effectively present information and responds to questions from senior management, function heads, managers, supervisors and all levels of employees
• Highly collaborative influencer who is an effective communicator and relation builder/networker
• SQF, ISO, GMP, ASQ, HACCP or similar certification experience preferred
• Experience using a QMS (quality management system)
• Ability to deliver specific organizational goals and effectively develop, grow and manage a team to achieve objectives
• Track record of engaging teams and creating a collaborative QA/QC culture
• Experience leading root cause problem solving
• Unassailable integrity and ethics
• Must have a solid understanding of the Medical Marijuana laws, rules and regulations and passion to further their understanding and knowledge of the industry and the laws

Additional Requirements

• Must pass any and all required background checks
• Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry
• Must possess valid driver’s license
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
• Must be approved by state badging agency to work in cannabis industry

The pay range is competitive and based on experience, qualifications, and/or location of the role. Positions may be eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program driven by organization and individual performance.

Green Thumb Pay Range

$95,000 - $120,000 USD

Apply for this job

*

indicates a required field

First Name *

Last Name *

Email *

Phone *

Location (City) *

Resume/CV *

Enter manually

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

Enter manually

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

What are your compensation expectations for this role? *

Are you a former Green Thumb Industries (GTI) or RISE Dispensary employee who has been on the GTI payroll or has been employed by a GTI managed/affiliated business? * Select...

If you were referred by a current Green Thumb employee, please specify the full name of the person who referred you below.

Please enter only one name.

Do you have any agreements from a prior employer that prohibits or restricts you from working at Green Thumb? * Select...

At Green Thumb, we believe in the "and beyond" when it comes to our team. Tell us about a time you acted in the "and beyond" in your job.

Will you require Visa sponsorship now or in the future? * Select...

Please note that although cannabis is legal under many state laws, it remains illegal under federal law. If you are a lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder), please be aware that employment in a cannabis company may carry immigration-related risks. We strongly encourage you to consult with an immigration attorney before applying or accepting any position. We are sharing this information to allow you to make an informed decision. This notice is provided for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Green Thumb does not inquire about or make employment decisions based on immigration status, except as required by law.

Are you authorized to work in the United States? * Select...

Please confirm you are over 21 years of age. * Select...

Please review and respond to the following statement:By completing this application, I understand and represent:All information entered on this application or during the course of my employment is true and correct. Misrepresentation, omission, or concealment of information requested will be reason for dismissal if I am employed.Unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement, if I receive and accept an offer of employment, my employment is at-will. * Select...

Voluntary Demographic Questions

For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below race and gender self-identification survey. Completion of the form is entirelyvoluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file.

As set forth in Green Thumb’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

Although GTI is not a federal contractor and therefore, not under compliance mandates to report on the percentage of its workforce that is comprised of employees with disabilities or Veterans, we provide applicants and employees with a voluntary option to confidentially self-identify as a person with a disability or a Veteran as a part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion. Identifying yourself as a Veteran or individual with a disability is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so. Your answer will be maintained confidentially and not be seen by selecting officials or anyone else involved in making personnel decisions. Completing the form will not negatively impact you in any way, regardless of whether you have self-identified in the past.

How would you describe your gender identity? Select...

Select...

How would you describe your racial/ethnic background? Select...

Do you have a disability or chronic condition (physical, visual, auditory, cognitive, mental, emotional, or other) that substantially limits one or more of your major life activities including mobility, communication (seeing, hearing, speaking), learning? Select...

Are you a protected veteran or active member of the United States Armed Forces? Select...