Senior Manager, Environmental Health & Safety

Cresco Labs • Lakeland, Florida • 16h ago

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Cresco Labs is one of the largest public, vertically integrated, multistate operators in the cannabis industry. Our portfolio of in-house cultivated and manufactured brands features some of the highest quality, most awarded and most popular cannabis products in America. With dozens of locations nationwide, our owned and operated Sunnyside® dispensaries provide a welcoming, positive, judgement-free place to shop for anyone at any point on their cannabis journey.

Founded in 2013, Cresco Labs’ mission is to normalize and professionalize cannabis through our passionate employees. As stewards of the cannabis industry, our teams are constantly focused on supporting the needs of our fellow colleagues, consumers, customers, and communities alike. With a focus on Social Equity and Educational Development, our SEEDTM initiative ensures that our company reflects the communities in which we serve, ensuring equal opportunity for all to have the knowledge and resources to work in and own businesses in cannabis.

At Cresco Labs, we aim to revolutionize and lead the nation’s cannabis industry with a focus on quality and consistency of product, and to bring legitimacy to the industry with the highest level of integrity and professionalism.

If you’re interested in joining our mission, click the below links to join our team today!

MISSION STATEMENT

At Cresco, we aim to lead the nation’s cannabis industry with a focus on regulatory compliance, product consistency, and customer satisfaction. Our operations bring legitimacy to the cannabis industry by acting with the highest level of integrity, strictly adhering to regulations, and promoting the clinical efficacy of cannabis. As Cresco grows, we will operate with the same level of professionalism and precision in each new market we move in to.

JOB SUMMARY

Cresco Labs is seeking a Statewide EHS and Quality Assurance Manager to oversee both environmental, health, and safety (EHS) programs and quality assurance (QA) activities across our Florida facilities. This position reports to the Sr. Operations Director - Florida. The Statewide EHS and QA Manager will ensure regulatory compliance, promote a culture of safety and quality, and support the development and implementation of policies and procedures. This role involves managing quality standards for various cannabis products and implementing safety protocols to ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations. The ideal candidate will possess experience in a highly regulated industry, demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills, and excel in fast-paced, collaborative environments.

CORE JOB DUTIES

Quality Assurance Responsibilities

Manage all quality-related activities, including product sampling, in-process and finished product inspection, stability sampling, and testing.
Oversee compliance with quality specifications for flower, vape pens, infused products, and concentrates.
Investigate customer complaints and product quality issues, perform root cause analyses, and lead CAPA initiatives.
Support continuous improvement by collaborating with operations personnel to address quality risks and implement process improvements.
Ensure documentation accuracy, conduct GMP facility inspections, and participate in internal quality audits.
Conduct data analysis and reporting, including product testing results, KPIs, and compliance with quality standards.

Environmental Health and Safety Responsibilities

Develop and enforce safety programs, including Hazardous Communication, Lockout/Tagout, and Respiratory Protection.
Conduct site inspections, safety audits, and training on OSHA standards to maintain regulatory compliance.
Manage OSHA reporting and investigations, assess safety incidents, and recommend corrective actions.
Collaborate with facility leadership to implement safety enhancements, resolve escalated emergencies, and advise on best safety practices.
Review incident data, identify trends, and advocate for procedural improvements to mitigate risks.
Develop and deliver training materials for quality and safety protocols, ensuring cross-departmental adherence to established standards.
Represent the facility in regulatory agency audits and responses, supporting compliance across all quality and safety areas.
Travel regularly to Florida facilities (Indiantown and Lakeland), with occasional out-of-state trips for training as required.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (occupational safety, health, food science, biology, chemistry, or engineering).
5+ years of experience in quality or EHS roles within a regulated industry (cannabis, food, healthcare, pharmaceutical).
Knowledge of OSHA standards, 29 CFR 1910, HACCP, GMP, GFSI guidelines (such as BRC, SQF), and experience with regulatory agency investigations.
Exceptional attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with various levels of the organization.
Ability to work autonomously, prioritize tasks, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.
Willingness to travel approximately 25-30% of the time to support multiple facilities.

BENEFITS

Cresco Labs is proud to offer eligible employees a robust offering of benefits including, major medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(K)-match program, FSA/HSA programs, LTD/STD options, life insurance and AD&D. We also offer eligible employees paid holidays and paid time off. Other rewards may include annual discretionary bonuses, stock options as well as participation in our employee discount program. Benefits eligibility for permanent positions may vary by full-time or part-time roles, location, or position.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be 21 years of age or older to apply
Must comply with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry

Cresco Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all applicants will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.