Testing Lab Director

Viridian Staffing's () Client is looking for an experienced Senior Analytical Chemist / Lab Manager to join a cannabis testing facility in the Yonkers, New York, Area.

Founded in 2013, Viridian Staffing () is the premier staffing, recruiting, and HR consulting firm solely dedicated to organizations in and supporting the commercial, medical, and industrial cannabis / hemp industry.

In this role, you'll get the opportunity to oversee the operations of a licensed Cannabis Testing Facility. You will be responsible for developing and validating analytical methods, that are in compliance with requirements set by the State of New York. Using your proven success in testing accuracy in the cannabis industry, you will enforce and improve on standard operating procedures (SOPs) and are very dedicated to quality. While developing these SOP's/workflows, you'll ensure the team is in compliance with all regulations and SOPs relating to safety, security, and health as well. You'll use your exceptional written and verbal communication skills, to help convey test results, and when necessary, recommend solutions to licensed cannabis operations. You are known for your ability to develop and grow your team in the Lab and motivate members of the team to do their best work.

You should have a Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or relevant degree, with 7+ years' experience of laboratory operation experience, 2+ years experience managing laboratory workers, and at least 1+ years of experience operating a licensed cannabis or environmental testing lab. You have experience conducting analytical tests for mold, heavy metals and pesticides. Ideally, you also have experience conducting tests for potency. You have a customer focused mindset and enjoy working with customers, but you are also very analytical and have an understanding of mathematical applications. You are also able to ramp up on equipment and computer systems quickly.

Pay: $110,000-$140,000

Viridian Enterprises LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Viridian does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, Marital status, genetic information, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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