Production R&D Specialist (Hemp Industry) Position Available In Iredell, North Carolina

Production R D Specialist (Hemp Industry) 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars Mooresville, NC Job Description Are you a hands-on, forward-thinking research professional with a passion for innovation—especially THCA? Join a company that’s redefining what premium hemp looks like! Ōnin Staffing is partnered with a leader in compliant, high-quality hemp products, and we’re looking for a Production (R D) Specialist to help drive the next generation of THCA-rich offerings. If you’re ready to fuse production know-how with a creative R D mindset, you might be the one we’re searching for.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

Competitive Pay:

$22.00/hour 1st

Shift:

Monday – Friday, 8:30AM – 5

PM Paid Weekly:

Direct Deposit or Pay Card options

Full-time:

40 hours per week + overtime opportunity Make an

Impact:

Influence product innovation and shape the future of THCA Affordable health and insurance after just 30 days: $5 copays, $5 prescriptions, and FREE telehealth services!

Amazing culture:

Proudly ranked as a SIA Top Workplace for 5 years running!

Contract-to-Hire Opportunity:

NO temps here— with Ōnin, you are a Teammate from day one! Whether your journey with us lasts two days or two years, we value your contribution. What You’ll Do as a

Production R D Specialist:

This hybrid role blends hands-on production and experimental R D to support the creation and refinement of THCA-focused products like flower, pre-rolls, extracts, and infused goods. R D + Innovation (50%): Create and test new THCA formulations with scalability in mind Explore infusion techniques, ingredient synergies & shelf-life enhancements Maintain records of experimental batches to support ongoing innovation Collaborate across teams to troubleshoot and streamline Production Support (50%): Assist with daily production runs using THCA-specific techniques Operate and maintain extraction and post-processing equipment Help refine SOPs to boost safety, consistency, and compliance Support packaging, labeling, and inventory workflows Work Experience What You’ll Bring as a

Preferred Candidate:

Experience in hemp/cannabis production (especially THCA) Knowledge of cannabinoids and their interactions in product formulations Familiarity with infusion or extraction methods Strong SOP, troubleshooting, and cross-functional teamwork skills Adaptable mindset—ready to jump between R D and production tasks Background in chemistry, biology, or food science (preferred) Experience with lab testing, infusion, or small-batch cannabinoid production (preferred) Comfort with hemp-specific machinery and tools (preferred) We don’t hire temps, we hire

TEAMMATES!

Benefits Ready to blend science, creativity, and hands-on work in a role that truly makes a difference? Every job assignment at Ōnin includes our amazing Teammate Benefits program, designed to give you the tools needed to protect your health, your money, and the people and things you care about most. Plus, we make it easy with auto-enrollment unless you say otherwise after just 30 days!

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: $5 Prescription Drugs $5 Doctor’s Visit Copays FREE Teledoctor Service FREE Counseling Services Life Insurance Included Vision Insurance Included Dental Insurance Included Vacation and Holiday Pay Scholarship Opportunities 401(k) Retirement Included Rocket Lawyer Legal Services Referral Programs (branch specific) Ōperx Exclusive Discount Program These benefits alone are reason enough to join! Apply today with Ōnin Staffing Mooresville—your next opportunity is just a click away!