Manufacturing Supervisor

BeLeaf Medical • Earth City, MO

85d • $26 - $31 • Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Supervisor — Chemical Processing leads a small team of manufacturing technicians in the safe, compliant, and efficient execution of all chemical processing workflows. This role is hands-on by design: you'll work the floor alongside your team while providing day-to-day direction, ensuring adherence to SOPs and cGMP standards, and serving as the go-to technical resource for chemical processing operations. What sets this role apart from a Manufacturing Technician III is direct supervisory accountability — ownership of daily production scheduling and task assignment, authority to review and approve batch records, and responsibility for escalating personnel and process issues to the Manufacturing Manager. You'll be expected to model best practices in safety, compliance, and technical execution while actively developing the technicians you lead.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 3–5 years of hands-on cannabis or chemical processing experience, with demonstrated proficiency in at least two of the following: hydrocarbon extraction, ethanol extraction, post-processing, or short-path/wiped-film distillation
• Strong working knowledge of cGMP (21 CFR), Missouri DCR regulations, NFPA 30 / OSHA 29 CFR 1910.106 flammable liquid handling, DEA 21 CFR 1304 controlled substance recordkeeping, and METRC
• Proven ability to read, interpret, enforce, and author SOPs and batch record requirements
• Strong numerical and analytical skills; comfortable with yield calculations, mass balance reconciliation, and process data review
• Ability to use industrial scales, measuring instruments, and computerized process monitoring systems
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for cross-departmental collaboration, team direction, and documentation
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Missouri Agent ID prior to or shortly after hire
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability — able to assess process deviations quickly and make sound decisions under pressure
• Leads by example; committed to building a safety-first, quality-driven team culture
• Adaptable to evolving production priorities and departmental needs
• Able to perform repetitive tasks and operate industrial-scale processing equipment for extended periods
• Ability to lift and move items over 50 lbs; ability to push carts and equipment up to 100 lbs
• Ability to reach or work above shoulder height on a daily basis
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods and maneuver in a warehouse-type environment
• Must be able to wear required PPE, including respirators, chemical-resistant gloves, safety glasses, and flame-resistant clothing
• Must be able to work indoors and outdoors with exposure to mechanical and moving parts, flammable liquids and gases, pressure systems, dust, odors, and chemical irritants

Nice To Haves

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field preferred
• Prior supervisory or lead technician experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise a team of 2–4 Manufacturing Technicians assigned to chemical processing workflows
• Assign daily tasks and production priorities, ensuring adequate personnel coverage and efficient workflow execution
• Provide hands-on technical guidance and real-time coaching during extraction, post-processing, and distillation operations
• Conduct regular performance check-ins, document observations, and communicate feedback and concerns to the Manufacturing Manager
• Lead onboarding, training, and qualification of new technicians on chemical processing equipment, safety protocols, and SOPs
• Foster a team culture grounded in safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Escalate personnel issues, production blockers, or safety concerns to the Manufacturing Manager promptly and with appropriate documentation
• Actively participate in and supervise all chemical processing workflows: hydrocarbon extraction, ethanol extraction, post-processing, and distillation
• Oversee and execute full-cycle hydrocarbon extraction including pre-run preparation, closed-loop operation, solvent recovery, and post-run cleanup in strict compliance with safety protocols and internal SOPs
• Supervise and perform ethanol extraction processes including material loading, solvent chilling, wash cycles, filtration, and solvent recovery
• Oversee and execute post-processing operations
• Execute and supervise distillation runs including equipment cleaning and yield documentation
• Ensure proper startup, operation, and shutdown of all processing equipment according to established procedures
• Monitor process parameters across all workflows; intervene immediately when deviations occur and initiate CAPA documentation
• Schedule, perform, and oversee routine preventive maintenance across all chemical processing equipment — including inspection and replacement of gaskets, seals, and filters; lubrication of fittings and valves; calibration of pressure gauges and temperature sensors; and cleaning of condensers, coils, and collection vessels
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and process deviations; coordinate with the maintenance team for repairs and document all corrective actions
• Proactively identify equipment wear or process inefficiencies and escalate to the Manufacturing Manager with recommended solutions
• Ensure all chemical processing activities comply with Missouri DCR regulations, cGMP guidelines (21 CFR), NFPA 30 / OSHA 29 CFR 1910.106 flammable liquid handling requirements, and internal SOPs
• Review and approve production batch records, equipment logs, and run data for accuracy and completeness prior to submission
• Oversee accurate solvent tracking, mass balance documentation, and flammable liquid storage compliance per NFPA 30 and OSHA 29 CFR 1910.106; flag and investigate unexplained cannabis product losses per MO RSMo 579.068 and DEA 21 CFR 1304 requirements
• Maintain METRC compliance for all extract and distillate production; ensure timely and accurate batch entries
• Lead or participate in SOP development, review, and revision for chemical processing workflows
• Support internal audits, regulatory inspections, and quality investigations; ensure the processing area is inspection-ready at all times
• Ensure all chemical storage, handling, and disposal practices comply with related regulations
• Accurately weigh, measure, count, and label materials and products per established procedures
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the chemical processing team and the Manufacturing Manager for daily operational updates, yield reporting, and deviation communication
• Communicate production status, yields, and deviations clearly in shift handoff documentation
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Manufacturing Manager

Benefits

• 12 days of paid time off (PTO) annually
• 10 paid holidays per year
• 3 personal days annually
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability (STD) — 100% of employee premium covered by the company; 50% of dependent premiums covered
• 30–40% employee discount on products
• $25 monthly credit to Swade
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing cannabis operation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED