Quality Technician

Ascend Wellness Holdings • Franklin, NJ

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About The Position

The Quality Technician plays a critical role in ensuring the quality, safety, and compliance of cannabis products by conducting process-related assessments and verifying finished goods meet established specifications. This position supports production operations by monitoring adherence to SOPs, performing quality assurance activities, and documenting results in a highly regulated environment. This role reports to the Site Quality Manager and partners closely with cross-functional teams to maintain compliance with state regulations, cGMP standards, and internal quality programs.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain cannabis facility badging
• 1+ year of experience in cannabis, food production, pharmaceutical, or similar regulated manufacturing environment
• Basic knowledge of quality assurance and quality control principles
• Strong attention to detail with accurate data collection and documentation skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment
• Strong communication and basic computer skills

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in cannabis production or quality roles
• Familiarity with cGMP standards and regulated environments
• Experience with METRC or other inventory/compliance tracking systems
• Exposure to environmental monitoring and sanitation programs
• Experience using quality testing or monitoring equipment (ATP, PAR, CO₂, etc.)
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to support root cause analysis
• Associate's degree or higher in a scientific or related field

Responsibilities

• Monitor cannabis process controls across cultivation, post-harvest, manufacturing, and packaging operations in accordance with SOPs and product specifications
• Perform quality assessments including: Incoming material inspections In-process monitoring and finished goods verification Labeling and fulfillment checks
• Conduct cGMP audits and facility inspections to ensure compliance
• Evaluate product handling, storage, sanitation, pest control, and environmental conditions
• Support product hold, release, disposition, and traceability processes
• Conduct complaint trending and assist with root cause analysis investigations
• Operate and maintain quality monitoring equipment (ATP meters, PAR meters, CO₂ meters, and other analytical tools)
• Accurately document data, perform basic analysis, and ensure compliance with regulatory and internal reporting standards
• Perform routine calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of quality equipment
• Collaborate with production, lab, and management teams to communicate quality findings and resolve issues
• Maintain strict adherence to PPE requirements and safety protocols
• Assist in developing, updating, and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Support quality programs including internal audits, validations, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Monitor process conditions and identify opportunities to improve quality and efficiency
• Maintain inventory of testing supplies, consumables, and equipment
• Stay current with local and state cannabis regulations and ensure compliance across all quality activities
• Support training initiatives related to quality standards and compliance

What This Job Offers

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