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Full-Time

Edibles Production Supervisor

Posted on 9/6/2024

TerrAscend

TerrAscend

201-500 employees

Produces and sells cannabis products and services

Food & Agriculture
Biotechnology

Mid

Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ, USA

Position requires onsite presence in Boonton, NJ.

Category
Production Planning & Scheduling
Quality Control & Compliance
Operations & Logistics
Requirements
  • High School education or equivalent
  • Experience working in a GMP manufacturing or laboratory environment is preferred.
  • Self-motivated to learn and improve.
  • Strong mathematical skills with ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide various units of measure.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, team environment.
  • High stress tolerance, adaptable, ability to work in an ever-changing environment, flexible
  • Effectively communicate in English, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to read, interpret, and apply information obtained from manuals, data sheets, or other documents.
  • Culinary background and experience, strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
  • The Edibles Production Supervisor will oversee and perform critical tasks to ensure that the company's regulated cannabis infused products are produced in a timely, high quality, and compliant manner.
  • The person in this role needs to have strong attention to detail, follow direction well, maintain consistency across large volumes of products, and be an adaptable team player.
  • Direct reports include Edibles leads and techs across 2 shifts.
  • This positions reports into the (Manufatoring Manager or Operations Diretor)
  • Oversee the training, operation, cleaning, and maintain all equipment and kitchen area
  • Make sure production orders are completed with consistency and quality while maintaining reasonable speed
  • Keep accurate records at all steps to maintain quality and control of regulated product
  • Awareness and adherence to GMP, Food Safety, and QA regulations
  • Overseeing the creation and adherence to area SOPs and recipes
  • Maintain proper PPE and hygiene for everyone working in the edibles production areas.
  • Implementation of new systems and processes related to edibles products
  • Maintain training records for direct reports
  • Approved Edible leads and techs timesheets, PTO, and schedules.
  • This position coodinates with the Inventory, Supply chain, Procurement and Packaing teams to ensure timinly production, ordering of supplies, and accurate inventory.
  • Requires the ability to sit or stand for 10 hours per day and requires consistent hand eye coordination and excellent hand dexterity.
  • Must be able to bend, lift and stoop continuously
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

TerrAscend specializes in producing and selling cannabis products for both medicinal and recreational use. The company grows cannabis plants and processes them into various forms, including dried flower, oils, and edibles, which are then sold through their own retail brands and other distribution channels. Unlike many competitors, TerrAscend has a diverse business model that includes cultivation, processing, manufacturing, and retail, allowing them to control the quality of their products from start to finish. Their goal is to provide high-quality cannabis offerings while ensuring compliance with safety and efficacy standards, and they aim to expand their market presence through strategic acquisitions and innovation.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$332M

Headquarters

Ontario, California

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

12%

1 year growth

23%

2 year growth

77%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • TerrAscend's listing on the Toronto Stock Exchange as the first cannabis company with revenues from multi-state operations in the U.S. highlights its strong market position and growth potential.
  • The acquisition of Herbiculture and the launch of adult-use sales in Maryland are expected to drive substantial sales and profit growth.
  • The company's ability to secure significant financing, such as the $25M loan and $20.5M private placement, indicates strong investor confidence and financial stability.

What critics are saying

  • The highly regulated nature of the cannabis industry poses compliance risks that could impact TerrAscend's operations and profitability.
  • The integration of multiple acquisitions may present challenges in terms of operational efficiency and cultural alignment.

What makes TerrAscend unique

  • TerrAscend's multifaceted business model, encompassing cultivation, processing, manufacturing, and retail, sets it apart from competitors who may focus on only one or two aspects of the cannabis supply chain.
  • The company's strategic acquisitions, such as Herbiculture and The Apothecarium, have significantly expanded its market presence and operational capabilities.
  • TerrAscend's commitment to scientific research and innovation ensures high-quality products, distinguishing it from competitors who may not prioritize these aspects.
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