Vice President, Extraction & Formulation
Core
Leads and oversees the entire extraction function across the organization, ensuring innovation, operational excellence, and consistent production of high-quality cannabis and hemp extracts within Vape, Concentrates, and Edibles categories.
Role type
VP of Operations (Extraction & Formulation)
Builds
Cannabis and hemp extracts for Vape, Concentrates, and Edibles categories
Domain
Cannabis industry + chemical engineering/operations
Required skills
strategic planning, multi-site operations management, process optimization, technology transfer, regulatory compliance, team leadership, new product development, continuous improvement, SOP implementation, project management
Preferred skills
doctoral degree, formulation of consumer products, advanced math skills, troubleshooting equipment and software
Technologies
GMP, OSHA guidelines, hazardous chemicals handling, state badging systems
Responsibilities
Develop strategic vision for extraction and formulation group; Lead initiatives to improve extraction technologies and operational efficiency; Direct multi-site operations to ensure consistency and quality; Provide thought leadership on trends in cannabis extraction; Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws; Partner with product development for new extracts and concentrates; Design and implement new technologies at scale; Monitor emerging technologies for process optimization; Establish best practices and facility standards; Drive continuous improvement to optimize throughput and yields; Build and lead a high-performing team; Oversee recruitment, training, and performance management; Foster a culture of collaboration; Oversee complex multi-site projects; Report to executive leadership on project progress and strategic opportunities
Seniority
Executive, strategy & mentorship