Formulation Research Development Jobs in Phoenix, AZ

If you have an interest in being part of one of the fastest growing industries in the nation in you may consider wanting to work for Trulieve! If you have a desire to help others in need through your efforts, this may be the role for you! 

At Trulieve, we strive to bring our patients the relief they need in a product they can trust. Our plants are hand-grown in an environment specially designed to reduce unwanted chemicals and pests, keeping the process as natural as possible at every turn.

Our products are designed to alleviate seizures, severe and persistent muscle spasms, pain, nausea, loss of appetite, and other symptoms associated with serious medical conditions such as cancer.

Our specially trained staff works hand-in-hand with physicians to provide the right products and the correct dosage to ensure patients get the compassionate care they need.

To learn more about our company, please visit our website; 

https://www.trulieve.com

Requisition ID:  20243 

Remote Work Available: No 

Job Title: Manufacturing Supervisor 

Department: Production

Reports to: Manufacturing Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt, Salary 

Location: Phoenix, AZ

JOB SUMMARY

The Manufacturing Supervisor will manage the intake and batching of existing and new products for a production scale medical cannabis facility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Manage all steps in the process including intake, batching, and archiving data.
• Maintain compliance using a centralized tracking system.
• Ensure all product is accounted for according to company policy and procedures.
• Partner with extraction and production teams to identify inventory needs and manage appropriate inventory levels for production and distribution teams.
• Partner with the Research and Development team to assist in transitioning bench scale to production scale processes as it applies to the Batching department.
• Manage batching inventory based on orders and deadlines.
• Communicate with the demand planner to prepare production for the planned schedule
• Maintain meticulous records of formulas and batch records, while ensuring high quality production standards.
• Possess the ability to weigh, calculate, prepare, and pipette various formulations of cannabinoid-based products.
• Communicate with Trulieve's vendor partners to provide the necessary equipment and formulations to Trulieve's Processing facility
• Manage small team while creating synergy with members of other departments.
• Create a proactive environment while maintaining a positive attitude.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

• Strong knowledge and understanding of cannabis products, along with GMP.
• Knowledge and understanding of local and state regulations, with an emphasis on continual learning and sharing knowledge with the team.
• Possess the skills and knowledge to identify potential problems, and the flexibility to overcome complications.
• Show self-motivation, innovation, and the ability to work well with all members of his/her staff and the company, as well as with his/her direct supervisor.
• Demonstrate excellent organizational capabilities, as well as strong computer skills to accurately input and manage a centralized cannabis tracking system.
• Have superior time management skills driving efficiency and productivity, and meeting goals while consistently producing high quality finished product.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Driver's License or ability to obtain one.
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age (or a minimum of 18 years of age in CT, PA and WV).
• Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the cannabis industry.
• Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• College graduate preferred with a background in Chemistry or the Biological Sciences, but not required.
• One to two years of experience processing cannabis in a regulated facility preferred, but not required.
• Previous experience with terpenes and formulation preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 50 lbs to a minimum height of 5 feet and able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet, with or without mechanical assistance.
• Must be able to work seated/standing as appropriate at workstations for extended periods of time, maintain body equilibrium while climbing ladders, stairways, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching, and use hands/fingers to hold, grasp, turn, pick, pinch frequently/constantly to complete tasks.
• Must be able to handle organic matter daily, able to wear PPE as appropriate (eye, face, hand, arm, head, foot, body, fall protection), and able to be exposed to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions while wearing PPE (95 degrees or greater)
• Must have visual acuity with/without job aids to perform activities such as; reading, viewing a computer terminal, visual inspection involving small parts/details. Clarity of vision at 20 ft or more in day and night/dark conditions.
• Must be able to speak and communicate verbally at conversation levels with co-workers, vendors, etc. (Moderate noise)

Salary will be commensurate with experience.   A comprehensive benefits package including paid time off is offered with this position. 

Trulieve provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.