Manufacturing Manager

At TerrAscend, we are on a mission to shape the future of the cannabis industry by creating leading marijuana-based therapies for patients and developing premium products for legalized adult recreational use. We are one of the largest and fastest growing multi-state, vertically integrated cannabis operators in North America. We’re on a roll and are just getting started!

At TerrAscend, we are on a mission to shape the future of the cannabis industry by creating leading marijuana-based therapies for patients and developing premium products for legalized adult recreational use. We are one of the largest and fastest growing multi-state, vertically integrated cannabis operators in North America. We’re on a roll and are just getting started!

Why TerrAscend?

Join a growing, fast-paced organization where your work makes an impact. At TerrAscend, you'll have opportunities to grow your career, collaborate with talented teams, and help shape what's next as our business continues to evolve.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Manage extraction and manufacturing teams and all associated production tasks and machinery (extraction, formulation, blending, filling, etc.)
• Process, create, and test new non flower products as directed by (New Product Development plan) and analyze data for quality to comply with NJ regulations and brand standards.
• Plan for and adhere to the daily production schedule to ensure attainment of goals.
• Verify that all applicable working areas, tools, processing equipment, packaging and labeling components are maintained in good working order.
• Ensure that all processes are performed with attention to strict quality and safety standards, regulatory compliance, and all other applicable legal and safety requirements.
• Contribute to creation and continuous improvement of TerrAscend process SOPs, work instructions, batch records, and controlled document revisions.
• Report to and actively support on a daily basis to Regional Operations Director to ensure attainment of goals and deadlines.
• Drive productivity and cost-effective production processes and develop innovative plans to achieve optimization.
• Ability to work nights and weekends as needed to complete critical tasks.
• Ensure proper communication of tasks through shift changes.
• Assist supply chain and demand planning with inventory for packaging and labeling components, finished products, and other items by maintaining accurate records.
• Coordinate with the inventory and testing department for non flower to ensure inventory is compliant.
• Adhere to safe chemical handling and disposal procedures as defined by SOPs and safety data sheets (SDS).
• Schedule all personnel needs to meet product manufacturing requirements in support of supply chain.
• Uphold TerrAscend quality and teamwork objectives in all job aspects.

Competencies and Qualifications:

• Management experience required.
• Self-motivated to learn and improve.
• Strong mathematical skills with ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide various units of measure.
• Proficient in computer programs including word processing, database management, spreadsheet applications, and e-mail.
• Manufacturing or process management experience with a technical background to oversee Post harvest processing and product manufacturing.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, constantly changing, team environment.
• Effectively communicate in English, both written and verbal.
• Capable of sitting, standing, kneeling, bending, squatting and/or walking for extended periods.
• Ability to push, pull, or lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply information obtained from manuals, data sheets, or other documents.

Desired Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience working in a GMP manufacturing is preferred.
• Experience in the medical marijuana/cannabis industry is preferred but not required.
• Scientific / Chemistry degree and experience, strongly preferred.