Manufacturing Lead

Job Title: Manufacturing Lead – Primary Role

Department: Manufacturing

Location: Newton, NJ – Glass Meadows Inc.

Position Type: Full-Time

Reports To:

• Extraction Manager if the primary role is Extraction Lead or Post Processing Lead

• Finished Goods Manager if the primary role is Pre-Roll Lead, Extraction Filling Lead, or Kitchen Lead

Job Summary:

• The Manufacturing Lead is responsible for overseeing one specific production role within the manufacturing department at Glass Meadows, depending on their primary role assignment.

• While the Lead will focus on one area of production, they are expected to cross-train in other production roles to ensure operational flexibility.

• The Manufacturing Lead will be hired with a defined primary role but must be capable of supporting other production operations as needed.

• Examples of titles include: Manufacturing Lead – Pre-Roll Lead or Manufacturing Lead – Post Processing Lead.

Key Responsibilities:

Primary Role Oversight:

• The Manufacturing Lead will focus on overseeing their primary role in production, managing operations, quality control, and staff within that area.

Cross-Training in Other Roles:

• Although the Lead will focus on one primary role, they will cross-train in other production areas (extraction, extraction filling, pre-roll, kitchen, post-processing) to provide support as needed.

Quality Control:

• Implement and maintain strict quality control procedures in the assigned production area, ensuring that all products meet company and regulatory standards.

Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with local and state cannabis regulations and internal company policies within the assigned production area.

Equipment Maintenance:

• Oversee the maintenance and repair of equipment specific to their primary production role, ensuring all machinery is in good working order.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain comprehensive logs, batch records, and reports for production in the assigned role. Provide regular updates to the applicable manager on production metrics, quality control, and key performance indicators (KPIs).

Primary Role Descriptions:

Extraction Lead:

• Operate and oversee both hydrocarbon and solventless extraction processes to produce high-quality cannabis concentrates.

• Ensure the safe operation of extraction equipment and maintain compliance with safety protocols.

• Lead the extraction team, ensuring high-quality output and adherence to timelines.

• Perform quality control checks on raw materials and finished products, maintaining detailed documentation.

Post Processing Lead:

• Manage the refinement and post-processing of cannabis extracts, including winterization, filtration, distillation, and product formulation.

• Oversee the quality of intermediate and finished products, ensuring consistency and compliance.

• Maintain and troubleshoot post-processing equipment and lead the post-processing team to optimize efficiency and product quality.

Pre-Roll Lead:

• Oversee the daily operations of pre-rolled cannabis product production, including sourcing material, rolling, and packaging processes.

• Lead the pre-roll production team, maintaining quality control standards and compliance with company policies.

• Optimize pre-roll production processes to improve efficiency and reduce waste.

Extraction Filling Lead:

• Manage the production of vape and concentrate products, including formulation, filling, and packaging processes.

• Lead the extraction filling team, ensuring compliance with quality control and safety standards.

• Maintain filling and formulation equipment.

• Oversee inventory management for raw materials and finished products.

Kitchen Lead:

• Oversee the production of cannabis-infused edibles, including preparation, manufacturing, and packaging in a commercial kitchen environment.

• Lead the kitchen staff, ensuring quality control and compliance with food safety and cannabis regulations.

• Collaborate on recipe development and optimize kitchen processes to improve efficiency.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (Associate or bachelor’s degree in a relevant field preferred).

• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in cannabis product manufacturing with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.

• In-depth knowledge of the assigned production role (extraction, extraction filling, pre-roll, kitchen, post-processing).

• Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage cross-functional teams.

• Familiarity with cannabis industry regulations and compliance requirements.

• Excellent problem-solving abilities and proficiency in production management software such as Microsoft Excel, SharePoint, and Metrc.

• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting and moving materials up to 50 lbs.

Expectations:
Maintain a high level of integrity, ethics, and professionalism. Foster a proactive, team-oriented work environment. Commit to continuous education on cannabis manufacturing innovations and best practices.