Quality Control Technician

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

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

Quality Control Technician Job Type: Full Time; Non-Exempt

The Quality Control Technician will work cross-functionally to plan, organize, and recommend strategies to ensure products are developed successfully and in accordance with all specifications, SOP's, and GMP's. This position will be responsible for enforcing processing and manufacturing procedures, technology, and business practices documented in state-level SOPs, policies, forms, and batch records. This includes a complete understanding of the operation and maintenance for all equipment and HMI controls critical to finished good manufacturing. Also responsible for ensuring finished gummies meet formulation specifications, food safety guidelines, and established quality standards.

Responsibilities: Conduct inspections and audits to monitor and ensure traceability of product movement throughout the facility and to confirm established product quality requirements are achieved across all stages of production Promptly communicate identified discrepancies to site and regional leaders and document accordingly Advise operators of problems and follow up to ensure resolution; troubleshoot equipment issues and resolve efficiently to minimize production downtime Investigate and participate in correction activities as directed Assist with calibration, preventative, and routine maintenance of equipment Continuously monitor processes to ensure sampling is appropriate to the product; color, flavor, weight, size, and appearance of the finished product meets specifications Oversee QC for changeovers from one product or batch to another; ensure equipment and product continues to meet all specifications Works with and trains new employees in all facets of finished goods manufacturing operation Ensure work areas are maintained, organized, and in compliance with sanitary requirements Accurately complete documentation and enter data to ensure compliance with internal and regulatory requirements; responsible for maintaining traceability in seed-to-sale and information management systems Perform duties related to sampling and testing as required by production and staffing needs Provide guidance on placement of operators and others on the production line Possesses knowledge of the sanitation, safety, and requirements for food processing, handling, and storage in manufacturing of Gummy products Responsible for CIP operation throughout all equipment used in the process to manufacture Gummy products Maintain HACCP for all products and processes manufactured onsite Lifts containers of in-process, finished, or waste products and transports within the facility as necessary Perform all duties in compliance with safety rules, standard operating procedures and good manufacturing practices Responsible for destruction of designated products Maintain and enforce strict adherence to established safety and security procedures and report potentially unsafe conditions Identify areas for quality control improvement and participate in problem solving activities to drive process improvements Promote a culture of quality and change management Additional duties and responsibilities will be assigned as necessary Education Requirements: High school diploma or GED is required Degree preferred in analytical chemistry or similar/related field Experience Requirements: Minimum of 1 year working in a manufacturing or production based environment; experience in a GMP facility a plus Analytical instrumentation experience preferred Leadership or supervisory experience preferred Key Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:  Fluent English skills to read/understand written instructions, manuals, and other information; to maintain a variety of written records, and to communicate effectively with and train, employees in a complex process Fundamental arithmetic skills (addition, subtraction, division) to calculate weights, fills, etc Computer skills, including keyboarding, standard functions, and data entry Mechanical aptitude for troubleshooting and fixing equipment malfunctions, reading/understand gauges/controls/touch screen logic Mechanical aptitude for troubleshooting and fixing equipment malfunctions Perform duties that require constant attention to the manufacturing process Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted Ability to stand/walk for most of shift Ability to push/pull items weighing up to 100 pounds assisted Ability to maintain attention and focus during manufacturing process Manual dexterity to manipulate controls, disassemble/assemble equipment using a variety of hand tools. Environment: Constant exposure to noise levels loud enough to require employees to wear hearing protection Warm temperature levels, fumes, vibration, etc., enough to cause minor discomfort, oily/wet conditions Employees to wear protective eyewear, hair nets, uniforms, steel-toed shoes, and gloves What We Offer: Career Growth Opportunities Competitive Pay and Benefits (Health, Dental Vision) Generous PTO and Parental Leave 401(K) Retirement Plan Life/AD&D Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability Community Involvement Initiatives Employee Referral Bonuses and Product Discounts Not all benefits listed above are available to all employees at all locations.   Curaleaf Awards and Achievements: 2023 Ragan's Top Places to Work 2022 TIME100 Most Influential Companies 2020 Cannabis Doing Good's Good Neighbor Award 2020 Minorities for Medical Marijuana's Diversity & Inclusion Award Follow us on Social Media: 
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LinkedIn: Curaleaf LinkedIn 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, JAMS, Find and Zero Proof provide industry-leading service, product selection and accessibility across the medical and adult-use markets. Curaleaf International is the largest vertically integrated cannabis company in Europe with a unique supply and distribution network throughout the European market, bringing together pioneering science and research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction, and production. Home | Curaleaf | Cannabis with Confidence Our corporate Social Responsibility is Rooted in Good. We believe in taking corporate and social responsibility very seriously, from our educational outreach to national partnerships, state-wide initiatives, and local causes. Giving back to the communities where we operate is important to us and helps to change old attitudes by showing the positive impact of cannabis in creating jobs, changing lives, and helping local communities. 

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.

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