Who We Are

iAnthus is a multi-state operator, encompassing the full spectrum of cannabis enterprises, from cultivation to processing to retailing. Cannabis will be the next great transformative industry—not just because it has the power to change people’s lives (especially those suffering from chronic ailments)—but also because it will impact many other industries, from agriculture to pharmaceuticals to alcoholic beverages.
Our mission is to create the most valuable cannabis brands and network of cannabis operations and distribution nationally. At iAnthus, you will be given opportunities for career development, a flexible work environment, excellent benefits, a wellness program, and the ability to interact with and learn from leaders in the cannabis industry.

Who You Are

You are an experienced leader with a passion for optimizing lab operations and fostering a culture of compliance and productivity. You excel in managing and mentoring teams, ensuring adherence to industry standards, and driving operational success. You thrive in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment, and your technical expertise is matched by your ability to inspire and lead others.
If you are detail-oriented, organized, and excited about contributing to the growth and innovation of the cannabis industry, we’d love to hear from you!

Professional Competencies

• Positive attitude
• Exceptional attention to detail and organization
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skillset
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• 20 days of accrued Paid Time Off
• Ten Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, and Transit Benefits
• Employer Paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Wellness Program
• 401K
• Employee Assistance Program
• Monthly Retail Bonus Incentive Program
• Employee Discounts
• Ability to work in a growing company where your talents and skills can have a positive impact

Job Summary

The Supervisor, Lab Operations plays a pivotal leadership role within our extraction facility, overseeing day-to-day operations of the lab technician team. This position ensures the adherence to protocols, safety standards, and quality control measures while optimizing extraction processes. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Operations, the Supervisor fosters a collaborative, compliant, and efficient work environment, aligning cross-functional teams to achieve production goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee extraction procedures, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and compliance with established protocols.
• Monitor and maintain extraction equipment, troubleshoot issues, and optimize methodologies to maximize yield and product quality.
• Conduct quality control checks on extracted products, ensuring consistency, potency, and purity.
• Maintain accurate records of activities, including batch logs, inventory, and quality control reports.
• Develop and enforce safety and quality assurance procedures to meet regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including cultivation, quality control, and production, to align activities with production goals.

Team Member Management:

• Provide leadership and guidance to the Lab Operations Team, fostering a culture of compliance, productivity, and teamwork.
• Oversee daily activities of lab technicians, assigning tasks, managing workloads, and ensuring adherence to deadlines.
• Train, mentor, and coach team members to enhance their skills and ensure compliance with SOPs and company policies.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback to team members in collaboration with the Lab Operations Manager.
• Efficiently allocate resources to optimize productivity and meet team objectives.
  Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older (18 in NY).
• Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or a related scientific field preferred (or equivalent education and experience).
• Minimum 2 years of experience in an extraction laboratory setting, preferably in the cannabis industry.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a supervisory role, with a focus on mentoring and coaching teams.
• Advanced closed-loop hydrocarbon extraction and refinement experience.
• Strong understanding of quality control, compliance standards, and cannabis industry regulations.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in oral and written communication.

Working Conditions

• Work in cultivation and/or laboratory environments with exposure to dirt, fertilizers, fumes, extreme temperatures, allergens, and volatile organic compounds.
• Scheduling flexibility required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Frequent lifting of up to 50 lbs unassisted (up to 100 lbs with assistance).

Physical Requirements

• Frequent movement, lifting, and use of ladders and general hardware tools.
• Ability to meet physical demands of the role, including carrying and positioning heavy objects.

iAnthus Capital Management provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment 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, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.