Production & Compliance Specialist
Location: Setubal, Portugal
Department: Production
Employment Type: Full-Time
Join our growing team in Setubal and play a critical role in upholding the highest standards of quality, safety and regulatory compliance across our production operations. As Production & Compliance Specialist, you will act as the vital link between production delivery and quality assurance - ensuring every process, record and activity meets strict GMP industry requirements. You will help drive consistency, foster a strong quality-first culture and keep our operations audit-ready as we expand our regulated medical cannabis manufacturing activities.
About Us
Curaleaf International is shaping the future of cannabis through its commitment to research and product excellence. Powered by a strong presence at all stages of the supply chain, its unique distribution network throughout Europe, Canada and Australasia brings together pioneering research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction, and production. Amidst a rapid growth trajectory, the emphasis on quality and expertise aims to ensure the delivery of safe and legal cannabis.
Curaleaf International's network includes a clinic, pharmacy, and laboratory in the UK; cultivation and EU-GMP processing facilities in Portugal; an EU-GMP processing, quality assurance and research site in Spain; Four 20 Pharma wholesaler and distributor in Germany; a Polish wholesaler and clinic; and the EU-GMP producer Northern Green Canada.
Curaleaf International is part of Curaleaf Holdings, Inc., a leading international producer and distributor of consumer cannabis products.
Our Values:Lead & Inspire, Commit to Win, Driven to Deliver Excellence, Customer Obsession,One Curaleaf
Key Responsibilities
- Support end-to-end daily production activities to ensure full alignment with GMP and all applicable regulatory standards.
- Review batch records, SOP's and production forms.
- Assist the Production team with deviation management, root-cause investigations, CAPA implementation and change control processes.
- Maintain clear, up-to-date production records and ensure all documentation is fully prepared for internal, external and regulatory audits.
- Contribute to GMP training for production staff and actively promote a culture of quality, compliance and continuous improvement.
- Track production KPIs and support the identification and delivery of process and performance improvements.
- Assist with equipment, process and validation activities as required.
- Serve as point of contact between the Production and Quality teams for all day-to-day compliance matters.
- Support data entry, system maintenance and reporting within the company's ERP platform.
What We Are Looking For
Essential Requirements
- Proven experience working in a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment.
- Clear understanding of production workflows and controls within a regulated setting.
- Fluency in English and Portuguese, both written and spoken.
- Exceptional attention to detail, strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise competing tasks effectively.
- Confident communicator, able to collaborate smoothly across teams and seniority levels.
- Proactive, practical approach - you take ownership of issues and focus on delivering workable solutions.
Desirable Advantage
- Direct experience in medical cannabis or pharmaceutical manufacturing (desired but not essential).
We offer
On-site Parking
Private health insurance - extended to the direct family with 25€ paid by employee per person
22 days off pro rota in addition you will receive as extra birthdays off, well being day and 24th December
Quarterly bonus - at the discretion of the company
Meal allowance - per working day paid on a meal card
Why Join Us?
- Contribute to a fast-growing, responsible international business shaping the future of regulated medical cannabis.
- Work in modern, purpose-built facilities in Setubal, following strict EU-GMP standards.
- Develop your expertise in compliance and quality alongside experienced industry professionals.
- Be part of a team that values integrity, safety and continuous learning.
