Manager, Manufacturing Quality; Cannabis

Job Title: Manager, Manufacturing Quality

Department: Local Operations

Master Department: Operations

Report to: National Director of Expansion Operations

Effective Date: April 7, 2026

FLSA Exempt Status: Exempt

Dream Fields is one of the top five cannabis companies in the industry through our leading #1 pre-roll brand, Jeeter. We are passionate about producing world‑class marketing, high‑quality, innovative products, delivering exceptional customer experiences, operating cutting‑edge processes, and fostering an amazing company culture and thriving work environment. With over 1,500 employees, we are proud to be one of the most loved employers in the industry.

Dream Fields continues to experience exponential growth as one of the fastest‑growing companies in the cannabis industry, aggressively expanding nationally into all legalized cannabis states.

Position Location: Wilmington, OH (100% onsite for 6-12 months)

• Please note: This role will be based in Wilmington for the initial 6–12 months during the construction of our new Cincinnati facility. Once operational, the position will permanently transition to the Cincinnati location.

The Manufacturing Quality Manager serves as Dream Fields' embedded representative within our partner manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for ensuring adherence to quality standards, regulatory requirements, and product specifications, while fostering a strong and collaborative relationship with the manufacturing partner. This position ensures quality control, compliance, and operational excellence within third‑party manufacturing partnerships. The manager will act as Dream Fields' direct on‑site representative, providing real‑time oversight, monitoring, reporting, and intervention to safeguard product quality and brand integrity.

• Monitor production processes and quality control measures.
• Support adherence to processes and best practices.
• Conduct product testing and inspections.
• Review batch records and production documentation.
• Investigate quality deviations or non‑conformances.
• Serve as liaison between Dream Fields and partner facility personnel.
• Oversee in‑process quality checks and final product releases.
• Compile and analyze quality metrics.
• Lead quality meetings with partner facility teams.
• Conduct process audits.
• Review and update quality documentation.
• Report on production status and quality trends.
• Prepare comprehensive quality and efficiency reports for leadership.
• Conduct training sessions on quality requirements.
• Review and update standard operating procedures.
• Lead improvement initiatives and special projects introduced by Dream Fields.
• Participate in management review meetings.

• Strong technical expertise in manufacturing quality systems.
• Ability to influence without direct authority.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency in quality management software and documentation.
• Statistical analysis and data interpretation.
• Risk assessment and management skills.
• Strong leadership, project management, and cross‑functional team leadership abilities.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.
• Master's degree in a related field preferred.
• Six Sigma certification preferred.
• 5+ years of management experience in manufacturing and quality.
• Strong knowledge of GMP, ISO 9001, and relevant cannabis regulatory requirements.
• Proven track record in partnership management.
• Experience in an embedded quality management role.
• Industry‑specific knowledge in cannabis manufacturing, particularly pre‑rolls and vapes.

• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects up to 75 pounds.
• Comfortable working in environments with exposure to noise, dust, heat, cold and other industrial elements.
• Ability to work in a warehouse environment with variable temperatures and humidity levels.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and occasional overtime as needed, including weekends, public holidays, and evenings.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend over, and pick up items and have constant movement for the duration of the shift.
  • Must be able to lift,…