Green Thumb Industries (GTI) · 12 hours ago
Implementation Specialist - Pre-Roll
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$60K/yr - $75K/yrGreen Thumb Industries (GTI) is a leading company in the cannabis industry, seeking an Implementation Specialist – Pre-Roll to serve as a technical expert for pre-roll manufacturing processes. This role focuses on driving process optimization, supporting process development, and ensuring operational excellence across manufacturing sites through training and documentation.
Alternative MedicineCannabisMedical
Responsibilities
Extensive working knowledge on pre-rolls (flower, infused, blunts, coated pre-rolls & ct) manufacturing process and processing equipment
Stay up to date with the latest advancements in pre-roll production technologies and best practices
Provide subject matter expert guidance to manufacturing sites on pre-roll processing methods, equipment, and techniques to optimize production processes
Address and resolve technical issues, equipment malfunctions, and unexpected challenges in pre-roll production
Continuously assess and improve processing methods and operations for efficiency improvements, cost effectiveness, and product quality
Recommend and implement process enhancements and automation where applicable
Instill optimized processes at manufacturing sites and challenge the status quo
Assist in bench top RnD process for new pre-roll products, current product improvement and process improvement
Provide training and guidance to production teams on product Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), best practices, safety protocols, & equipment operations
Create and deliver educational materials and refresher workshops as needed
Travel to low preforming sites to assist in RCA process and retraining on documentation and process
Assist with developing Tech transfer package and training new sites on new process
Assist with developing and maintaining all Corporate pre-roll SOPs, work aids, TAMU’s, OPLs
Assist in developing site readiness documentation to assist with a successful product/process launch
Be aware of hazards in the workspace
Report safety incidents/ concerns and comply with follow-up actions
Be compliant with area safety requirements, state regulations and PPE requirements when at manufacturing facilities
Follow GMP, biosecurity, sanitation or other quality and compliance requirements when at manufacturing facilities
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform reaching, grasping, bending, stooping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions
May be required to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift, carry and balance up to 75 pounds (200 pounds with assistance)
Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment
Work involves daily exposure to allergens (such as cannabis, tree nuts, and coconut oil)
This role will require extensive up to 50% travel as needed to support sites across the enterprise during project implementation
Qualification
Required
Extensive working knowledge on pre-rolls (flower, infused, blunts, coated pre-rolls & ct) manufacturing process and processing equipment
Stay up to date with the latest advancements in pre-roll production technologies and best practices
Provide subject matter expert guidance to manufacturing sites on pre-roll processing methods, equipment, and techniques to optimize production processes
Address and resolve technical issues, equipment malfunctions, and unexpected challenges in pre-roll production
Continuously assess and improve processing methods and operations for efficiency improvements, cost effectiveness, and product quality
Recommend and implement process enhancements and automation where applicable
Instill optimized processes at manufacturing sites and challenge the status quo
Assist in bench top RnD process for new pre-roll products, current product improvement and process improvement
Provide training and guidance to production teams on product Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), best practices, safety protocols, & equipment operations
Create and deliver educational materials and refresher workshops as needed
Travel to low preforming sites to assist in RCA process and retraining on documentation and process
Assist with developing Tech transfer package and training new sites on new process
Assist with developing and maintaining all Corporate pre-roll SOPs, work aids, TAMU's, OPLs
Assist in developing site readiness documentation to assist with a successful product/process launch
Be aware of hazards in the workspace
Report safety incidents/ concerns and comply with follow-up actions
Be compliant with area safety requirements, state regulations and PPE requirements when at manufacturing facilities
Follow GMP, biosecurity, sanitation or other quality and compliance requirements when at manufacturing facilities
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform reaching, grasping, bending, stooping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions
May be required to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift, carry and balance up to 75 pounds (200 pounds with assistance)
Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment
Work involves daily exposure to allergens (such as cannabis, tree nuts, and coconut oil)
This role will require extensive up to 50% travel as needed to support sites across the enterprise during project implementation
Experience with pre-roll product development, have acquired Pre-roll development expertise, knowledge and experience with all pre-roll offerings
Experience in innovating and commercializing pre-roll products within the cannabis or hemp spaces
Experienced in pre-roll production (milling, infusing, filling, closing, Painting, & packaging), and knowledgeable of cannabis/pre-roll market trends
Experience with both manufacturing and lab equipment and processes in pre-roll development
Ability to plan, design experiments, and solve problems
Ability to lead and manage multiple projects
Ability to troubleshoot, fix, and service a wide range of equipment and software without assistance
Knowledge of laboratory and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) best practices
Advanced math skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Familiarity with OSHA guidelines for dealing with hazardous chemicals
Ability to understand and adhere to applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations as they pertain to the industry, safety regulations, local municipal codes and organizational rules, regulations, directives and standard operating procedures
Must be at a minimum of 21 years of age
Must possess valid state ID
Must be able to obtain, and maintain, state badging requirements to work in the cannabis industry (requires background check and state review)
Ability to travel up to 50% of the time as needed
Preferred
Associate's in Science, Engineering, or related STEM discipline such as food science, chemistry, biology, chemical and mechanical engineering, etc
Benefits
Discretionary annual incentive program driven by organization and individual performance
Company
Green Thumb Industries (GTI)
Green Thumb Industries Inc.
Founded in 2014
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$229.15MKey Investors
Valley National Bank
2024-09-12Post Ipo Debt· $150M
2021-04-30Post Ipo Equity
2018-10-17Post Ipo Equity· $78.08M
Leadership Team
Anthony Georgiadis
President
Recent News
New Cannabis Ventures
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