Manufacturing Lead

Job Advertisement: Manufacturing Lead

Company: Curaleaf

Location: On-site - Brampton

Role Type: 40 hours Sunday to Wednesday , 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Salary: Up to CA$ 65,000.00 per annum Depending on experience

Lead Our PostHarvest Manufacturing Operations

Are you an experienced cannabis manufacturing professional with a passion for quality, compliance and team leadership? We're seeking a Manufacturing Lead to supervise our postharvest team and oversee every stage of production - from harvest through drying, trimming, curing, milling and final packaging. You'll own GMP compliance, drive production targets, and mentor a skilled team in a fastgrowing, regulated environment.

This is a handson leadership role where your expertise directly shapes product quality, operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.

About Us

Curaleaf International is shaping the future of cannabis through its commitment to research and product excellence. Powered by a strong presence at all stages of the supply chain, its unique distribution network throughout Europe, Canada and Australasia brings together pioneering research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction, and production. Amidst a rapid growth trajectory, the emphasis on quality and expertise aims to ensure the delivery of safe and legal cannabis.

Curaleaf International's network includes a clinic, pharmacy, and laboratory in the UK; cultivation and EU-GMP processing facilities in Portugal; an EU-GMP processing, quality assurance and research site in Spain; Four 20 Pharma wholesaler and distributor in Germany; a Polish wholesaler and clinic; and the EU-GMP producer Northern Green Canada.

Curaleaf International is part of Curaleaf Holdings, Inc., a leading international producer and distributor of consumer cannabis products.

Our Values:Lead & Inspire, Commit to Win, Driven to Deliver Excellence, Customer Obsession,One Curaleaf

ESSENIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

PostHarvest Production & Quality Assurance

- Oversee all postharvest activities: harvesting, drying, trimming, curing, milling, irradiation, screening, flower evaluation & sorting, and packaging

- Monitor product quality throughout every stage - moisture content, flower assessment, timely drying takedown - to ensure consistent premium standards

- Collect & submit samples for QA testing; work with the Quality team to resolve deviations and implement CAPAs

- Maintain full GMP / Health Canada / EU GMP compliance across all processes; uphold GDP standards and batchrecord accuracy

Team Supervision & Operations Delivery

- Lead, train and supervise Manufacturing Technicians and agency staff - set clear tasks, coach on SOPs, and uphold safety & compliance expectations

- Plan daily production schedules, prioritise workflows, and proactively address delays or bottlenecks

- Track runrates, drive efficiency, and recommend process improvements to optimise throughput and reduce waste

- Manage temporary/contract staff integration; escalate performance or conduct concerns to the Operations Manager

Compliance, Documentation & Continuous Improvement

- Maintain accurate, realtime records in SeedtoSale software and all batch documentation

- Ensure full adherence to sanitation, sterilisation and hygiene protocols across all equipment and work areas

- Review and update SOPs / work instructions; identify opportunities to refine harvest, drying, trimming and packaging workflows

- Support internal and external audits through immaculate documentation and process discipline

What You Bring

Essential

- High School diploma / equivalent

- Minimum 2 years' experience in the cannabis industry

- Minimum 1 year in a supervisory / lead role within a regulated manufacturing environment

- Proven knowledge of postharvest processing: drying, trimming, curing, milling, packaging

- Strong understanding of GMP and strict adherence to compliance standards

- Computer literate (MS Office); experience with SeedtoSale or ERP systems highly desirable

- Flexible - willing to work weekends, evenings and extended shifts as required by production cycles

Preferred

- Knowledge of Health Canada cannabis regulations, EU GMP and GACP standards

- Experience with GDP, batch records and deviation / CAPA management

- Experience leading mixed permanent & contract teams

- Formal training in quality assurance, production management or process improvement

What to Expect - Work Environment

- Onsite role in a controlled indoor cultivation & manufacturing facility

- Physical demands: prolonged standing, lifting up to 25 kg (55 lbs), bending, crouching, repetitive hand movements

- Standard PPE provided: safety glasses, footwear, coats, hair/beard covers, aprons, respirators, Tyvek suits as required

- Exposure to plant material, dust, cleaning solvents, industrial noise and varying temperatures - all within regulated safety limits

- Fastpaced, evolving environment requiring adaptability and a calm, solutionfocused approach

Why Join Northern Green Canada / Curaleaf?

- Be part of one of the world's leading cannabis organisations, setting the standard for quality and compliance

- Work in a culture that values leadership, continuous improvement and shared success

- Develop deep expertise across the full postharvest lifecycle - clear career progression pathways

- Competitive salary + benefits + performance recognition

- Equal opportunity employer - we celebrate diversity and build inclusive teams