Processing Manager

Who we are: 

At FRX Ohio, exceptional cannabis begins with exceptional cultivation. As one of the largest Certified Kind cannabis cultivators in the United States, we are committed to growing cannabis with integrity, transparency, and an unwavering focus on quality. Because cannabis cannot be certified USDA Organic under current federal law, the Certified Kind program provides an independent, third-party verification modeled after internationally recognized organic standards. Through rigorous inspections and accountability, Certified Kind cultivators demonstrate their commitment to producing cannabis with respect for both people and the planet. 

Everything we do starts with our living soil, which is an active ecosystem of beneficial bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms that naturally cycle nutrients, support vigorous plant growth, and promote resilience. Rather than simply feeding the plant, we cultivate a thriving soil food web that allows each cultivar to fully express its unique cannabinoid and terpene profile while producing healthy, vibrant plants. By working with biological systems instead of relying on synthetic inputs, we produce cannabis that is true to its genetics and rich in the compounds that make every cultivar unique. 

We proudly offer flower, pre-rolls, concentrates, vaporizers, and edibles through our family of brands, including FRX, Anthos Organics, Common Citizen, Local Edibles, and Cannarocks. Every product reflects the same care, consistency, and attention to detail that goes into every harvest. 

What we offer: 

• Compensation: $90,000-$120,000 annual salary
• Health/Vision/Dental insurance coverage with HSA contribution plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K with 1% Match
• Employee discounts
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid sick time

What the role is about: 
The Processing Manager oversees and manages the day-today operations of the Processing Department, including hydrocarbon extraction and refinement, infused product manufacturing, packaging, flower gramming, and pre-roll production. This role provides direct leadership to the Lab/Extraction, Packaging, flower gramming and pre-roll teams, manages staffing and scheduling, and oversees material and finished product inventory. the Processing Manager oversees packaging operations to ensure timely, accurate completion of finished products, coordinates product testing, and works cross-functionally to support outgoing orders.

The Processing Manager also leads new product development, from market analysis through standardized, repeatable production, creating products from both cured and fresh frozen material, including concentrates, vape oils, distillate, and infused kitchen products made from extraction byproducts. This role builds and maintains the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for every new product and all existing processing operations, ensuring every product is cost-effective, compliant, and consistent.

Key Responsibilities:
Production Operations & Oversight

• Oversee and perform processing activities including extraction, formulation, distillation, inventory management, waste management, and consumables management
• Manage daily production operations, scheduling, and recordkeeping to ensure efficiency and compliance
• Anticipate and manage FRX production schedules to support increasing patient demand
• Troubleshoot daily operational issues related to production processes, equipment, and team performance

Packaging, Flower Gramming & Pre-Roll Production

• Lead and supervise the Packaging, flower gramming, and pre-roll teams, including staffing, scheduling, and daily production targets
• Oversee packaging and labeling of all finished products to ensure accuracy, timely completion, and compliance with state packaging and labeling requirements
• Coordinate packaging priorities with production schedules and sales to fulfill outgoing orders on time
• Ensure accurate weighing, gramming, and pre-roll production that meets weight tolerance, quality, and compliance standards
• Manage flower and pre-roll material inventory, seed-to-sale tracking, and reconciliation, including waste and shake tracking
• Improve throughput, consistency, and yield through process improvements and proper use of packaging and pre-roll equipment
• Manage packaging materials and finished goods inventory, including reconciliation and seed-to-sale tracking
• Coordinate with Cultivation on incoming flower and with Sales on finished goods availability

Team Leadership & Development

• Provide direct leadership, oversight, and support to processing, laboratory, packaging, flower gramming, and pre-roll teams
• Set clear expectations, coach performance, and hold team members accountable to safety, quality, and production standards
• Maintain open, timely communication with leadership through regular updates on production, R&D, staffing, and operational issues
• Identify, train, and mentor future leaders within the team, including a qualified second-in-command; build leadership development and succession plans for key roles and cross-train staff to ensure operational continuity
• Ensure best practices are followed for recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and training staff, including developing supervisors and leads with relevant technical expertise
• Collaborate constructively with leadership and support the execution of company decisions and initiatives
• Promote a high-energy, collaborative culture that emphasizes communication and teamwork across the Processing Department and with cultivation, quality, and sales

Market Analysis & Product Strategy

• Analyze market trends, sales data, competitor offerings, and patient demand to identify new product opportunities
• Evaluate the cost of goods, yields, labor, and equipment needs for each proposed product to confirm it is cost-effective to produce
• Build business cases for new products and present recommendations to leadership
• Maintain a product development pipeline with timelines, milestones, and launch plans
• Review product performance after launch and recommend improvements or discontinuations

Product Formulation, Research & Development

• Oversee formulation and production of a variety of high-quality medical cannabis products
• Develop new products from both cured and fresh frozen biomass, including live and cured resin, badder, sugar, diamonds and sauce, shatter, vape oils, distillate-based products, and infused pre-rolls
• Maximize the value of extraction byproducts and remaining material by developing secondary products
• Develop and formulate infused kitchen products (edibles, tinctures, and other ingestibles), including dosing accuracy, homogeneity, and shelf stability
• Run pilot batches, document results, and scale successful formulations to full production
• Research and evaluate extraction, refinement, and formulation methods to ensure processes and products meet or exceed industry standards

Hydrocarbon Extraction & Refinement

• Own and operate the hydrocarbon extraction booth, including closed-loop system setup, solvent management, and safe shutdown
• Oversee the full post-extraction process: filtration, winterization, separation, isolation, rotary evaporation, decarboxylation, and short-path, wiped-film, or fractional distillation
• Optimize run parameters (temperature, pressure, solvent ratios, soak times) to improve yield, quality, and consistency
• Ensure all C1D1 booth operations meet fire code, OSHA, and manufacturer safety requirements
• Maintain mastery of and ability to operate all laboratory equipment safely and effectively

SOP Development & Process Standardization

• Create a complete set of SOPs for every new product before launch, covering formulation, processing, equipment, testing, packaging, and sanitation
• Audit current processing, packaging, flower gramming, and pre-roll operations and write or update SOPs so every existing process is standardized and documented
• Establish batch records, work instructions, and training materials tied to each SOP
• Maintain document control, version history, and a regular SOP review schedule
• Train staff on new and revised SOPs and verify competency

Quality Control & Compliance

• Ensure consistency, efficacy, and safety of products through quality control testing and established procedures, including potency, purity, and residual solvent standards
• Coordinate analytical testing of R&D, pilot, and production batches
• Ensure all operations comply with Ohio cannabis regulations, seed-to-sale tracking
• requirements, and company policies related to safety, security, and health
• Maintain familiarity with OSHA guidelines and safe handling, storage, and disposal of flammable solvents and hazardous chemicals
• Uphold laboratory best practices related to cleanliness, data entry, and operational systems
• Foster and maintain a compliant, safety-focused environment within the Processing Department

Equipment, Inventory & Maintenance

• Ensure extraction, refinement, laboratory, packaging, and pre-roll equipment is properly maintained, calibrated, and in safe working order
• Maintain clean, organized clothing, tools, and workspaces
• Oversee inventory and consumables management, including R&D material, solvents, packaging supplies, waste tracking, and disposal
• Recommend and specify new equipment needed for production and product development

Facilities & Housekeeping

• Work cross-functionally to maintain exemplary standards of cleanliness, organization, functionality, safety, and security throughout the facility

Other Duties

• Perform additional duties as assigned to support efficient and compliant operations

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology, Food Science, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Operations Management, or a related field preferred
  • Equivalent combination of education and hands-on industry experience may be considered
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in cannabis processing, extraction, manufacturing, or a related regulated production environment, including at least 3 years of hands-on lab and extraction experience
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on hydrocarbon (butane/propane) extraction experience in a closed-loop system and C1D1 environment
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the full hydrocarbon process: extraction, filtration, winterization, rotary evaporation, decarboxylation, and distillation
• Experience processing both cured and fresh frozen material
• At least 2 years of experience in a supervisory or management role overseeing laboratory or production teams
• Proven track record of writing, implementing, and training staff on SOPs in a regulated environment
• Experience analyzing market data and product costs to guide product development decisions
• Experience developing and launching new cannabis products from concept to production
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and safe handling of flammable solvents and hazardous chemicals
• Understanding of state cannabis regulations, compliance requirements, and seed-to-sale tracking systems
• Flexible schedule availability including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Ability to pass a criminal background check

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing packaging, flower gramming, or pre-roll production teams
• Experience developing infused kitchen products such as edibles, tinctures, or other ingestibles
• Experience creating products from extraction byproducts
• Familiarity with GMP, food safety, or ServSafe standards
• Hydrocarbon or C1D1 equipment certifications

Key Skills

• Strong, confident leadership with a high sense of ownership and the ability to drive accountability
• Analytical, data-driven decision-making
• Excellent technical writing and documentation skills
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Clear communication across departments and with leadership
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines at once

Physical and Environmental Requirements: 
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  

• Ability to lift, push, and pull 50 pounds
• Ability to sit, squat, bend, and kneel repetitively throughout a workday
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to perform repetitive hand motions, including weighing, gramming, packaging, and pre-roll production
• Ability to wear required PPE, including flame-resistant clothing, respirators, gloves, and eye protection, for extended periods
• Ability to work safely in a C1D1 hydrocarbon extraction environment and handle cryogenic and fresh frozen material
• Extended computer usage
• Comfortable working in an environment with constant video surveillance
• Ability to work around plants
• Work can be dirty/sticky and may leave you smelling like cannabis at the end of the day.
• Work will be in a warehouse setting: temperatures may vary from warm to cool.
• Work environments that include exposure to, but not limited to, fumes, dust, odors, solvents, heights, indoor AC, no AC, motion, and noise.

Management reserves the right to assign other job duties as necessary, with or without notice. Please note this job description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Diversity and Inclusion:
We are  an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, or because of the liability for service in the armed forces of the United States or the nationality of any individual, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.  ​