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IN A NUTSHELL…

The General Manager of Production is responsible for overseeing the manufacturing, extraction, and production of cannabis flower into infused products and finished goods as well as leading and inspiring a team of Production Managers and Supervisors to successfully achieve optimal Production performance. The General Manager is accountable for all manufacturing operations including the documentation, safety, quality, production-efficiency, on-time delivery, customer service, and financial performance of all production processes.

This role is with Surterra Wellness, one of the renowned retail brands under the Parallel umbrella. Parallel is one of the largest multi-state cannabis companies in the world, owning and operating in five markets; Florida (Surterra Wellness), Massachusetts (NETA), Pennsylvania (Goodblend), Nevada (a Joint Venture with Cookies) and Texas (Goodblend). If you enjoy companies that are growing, moving fast, and constantly challenging themselves to achieve more, then Parallel is for you. We work hard, lean on each other, and are passionate about a pretty ambitious vision … pioneering a new paradigm of what well-being can be for all people, everywhere. For more information, visit www.liveparallel.com.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Oversee the operational management and business activities of the Production department to meet the production plan for all manufactured goods.


• Collaborate to develop and maintain up-to-date, efficient, and impactful Work Instructions.


• Ensure quality, safety, GMPs and all other applicable standards are followed.


• Ensure that all QC/QA protocols are being followed and maintained and the adherence to all business and industry license requirements


• Lead and document weekly business KPI reviews with Production managers; identifying and communicating all necessary action items


• Collaborate w/Enterprise Supply Chain to ensure production plans are met.


• Assist HR with employee processes or directives that impact direct reports


• Motivate production team by providing coaching, encouragement, inspirational leadership, and by giving consistent, constructive, & objective feedback.


• Ensure maintenance of necessary product inventory levels based on sales forecast and production schedules.


• Monitor employee performance to ensure that overall product quality and company safety standards are consistently executed


• Maintain records of departmental performance management, including supervisor-to-peer 1 on 1s, helping or intervention to direct reports as-needed


• Work closely with Facilities and Production leadership to supervise, document, and report all required equipment calibration and preventative maintenance processes and monitor the overall performance of equipment and machinery.


• Routinely visit the Production floor to support the Managers and Supervisors to coordinate and monitor production, direct the resolution of production delays, and oversee other production related issues


• Monitor volume and quality of output and adjust tasks when necessary to ensure Production throughput targets are met


• Coordinate with Supply Chain, Marketing, and Retail to ensure the success of new product launches


• Participate in ongoing education and professional development opportunities


• Routine report to direct supervisor on departmental progress and performance towards Production KPI's

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS YOU'LL BRING

Required

• Age 21 or over


• High School Diploma or equivalent


• Valid Government-Issued Photo ID


• 5+ years of experience in high-volume production or lab setting for a food or cannabis organization


• 2+ years of experience with Production Manager title, or 4+ years of experience as high-level Production Supervisor


• Proficient in MS suite


• Advanced skills in MS Excel


• Advanced skills in inventory management and reporting


• Advanced knowledge of GMP


• Strong Analytical, Communication and EQ skills


• Exceptional attention to detail and documentation.


• Ability to effectively present information in one on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization


• Strong communication and critical-thinking skills; including the ability to strategically provide written and verbal direction effectively.


• Experienced in a leadership role in an environment that is fluid, fast-paced, and constantly changing.


• Warm interpersonal skills and proven ability to positively influence people; must be capable of inspiring direct reports, and effectively motivating team to navigate past obstacles and uncertainty


• Must be a collaborative team player who can both nurture and develop management.

Preferred

• 5+ years of management experience, managing a team of 20+ direct reports

YOU WILL BE SUCCESSFUL IF YOU…

• Are self-motivated; micro-managing isn't fun for anyone


• Roll your sleeves up and do the work; strategy is important, but so is getting stuff done


• Can work fast and be flexible; our industry is always changing


• Play nice with others; we collaborate with each other a lot


• Think creatively; sometimes, the "traditional" solution isn't the best one

WHAT YOU GET

• Employee discount


• Consistent, reliable benefits; Full medical/vision/dental, 401k with possibility of a company match, access to company-sponsored well-being programs


• Balance and flexibility; paid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work arrangements


• Tuition Reimbursement Programs


• Pet Insurance


• Chance to make a difference; Employee Relief Fund, community volunteerism through our Parallel Cares program

PARALLEL IS UNITED BY OUR VISION, MISSION, & VALUES

Our Vision – why we exist – is to pioneer well-being and improve the quality of life for humanity through the benefits of cannabinoids.

Our Mission – how we will do this – is to build a leading, global well-being company through the best talent, our values, trusted and recognized brands, science and technology-based innovation, and a relentless focus on execution and continuous improvement.

Our Values – Integrity | Collaboration | Alignment | Intentionality | Accountability | Agility

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and encourage our employees' differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique.

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Role Summary:

The Regional Kitchen Director is responsible for supporting the Facility Production and National Operations team on all kitchen production initiatives and processes within their region. Kitchen production includes but is not limited to the following departments: Production, Production Automation, Packaging, Packaging Automation, Scheduling, and Inventory Management. The primary focus of this position is to provide training to the facility leadership on current SOPs and future process improvements that pertain to any of the defined kitchen production departments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide training to facility GMs, PMs, Managers, Supervisors, and Leads on all Kitchen Production processes (departments listed in job summary) within your region.


• Always aim to maximize production efficiencies


• Ensure product is produced, packaged & tested as scheduled


• Follow Verano's Continual Improvement Process (Identify, Plan, Execute, Review)


• Operate and provide training on Kitchen Production and Labeling Automation Equipment (Savage Brothers cookers, Baker Perkins Depositor, Selmi Chocolate Machine, Ilapak Flow Wrapper, Countec Machine, Sejong Tablet Press, CVC labeler)


• Identify any existing bottlenecks in Kitchen production and packaging departments


• Uphold product quality (Quality Assurance) initiatives


• Maintain and improve upon each facility's Kitchen Production workflow (Production through Packaging)


• Ensure all Kitchen production processes and standards are maintained


• Must maintain facility travel schedule as agreed upon with manager


• Any additional team or individual initiatives assigned by manager

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be willing to travel


• Must have the ability to maintain a flexible work/travel schedule


• General knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Outlook Applications required


• Must be able to thrive in a demanding, fast-paced environment.


• Must have superior communication and interpersonal skills.


• Must possesses a high level of critical thinking and attention to detail.


• Must operate with a high level of professionalism and integrity, including dealing with confidential information.


• Must be authorized to work in the United States.


• Must be 21 years of age or older.


• Must be willing to undergo a background check.


• Must be able to register with the state's cannabis commissions as an agent.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3 year(s) of cannabis experience preferred


• Seed to Sale Platform (BioTrack, METRC, MJ Freeway) experience preferred


• Training experience preferred


• Experience with building documentation for processes and systems preferred.

Physical and Mental Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to remain in a stationary position, move and/or position oneself, communicate, operate and/or prepare, place, position objects, tools, or controls. The employee must occasionally move packages weighing up to 10 lb. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close observation and the ability to adjust focus. The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual, with or without reasonable accommodation, to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Working Environment:

Work is performed in an office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.

EEO Statement:

Verano Holdings is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We place priority in an environment of inclusion, diversity, and social justice and are committed to securing a better, brighter way forward for our employees, our markets, and our communities.

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Role Summary:

The Regional Kitchen Director is responsible for supporting the Facility Production and National Operations team on all kitchen production initiatives and processes within their region. Kitchen production includes but is not limited to the following departments: Production, Production Automation, Packaging, Packaging Automation, Scheduling, and Inventory Management. The primary focus of this position is to provide training to the facility leadership on current SOPs and future process improvements that pertain to any of the defined kitchen production departments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide training to facility GMs, PMs, Managers, Supervisors, and Leads on all Kitchen Production processes (departments listed in job summary) within your region.


• Always aim to maximize production efficiencies


• Ensure product is produced, packaged & tested as scheduled


• Follow Verano's Continual Improvement Process (Identify, Plan, Execute, Review)


• Operate and provide training on Kitchen Production and Labeling Automation Equipment (Savage Brothers cookers, Baker Perkins Depositor, Selmi Chocolate Machine, Ilapak Flow Wrapper, Countec Machine, Sejong Tablet Press, CVC labeler)


• Identify any existing bottlenecks in Kitchen production and packaging departments


• Uphold product quality (Quality Assurance) initiatives


• Maintain and improve upon each facility's Kitchen Production workflow (Production through Packaging)


• Ensure all Kitchen production processes and standards are maintained


• Must maintain facility travel schedule as agreed upon with manager


• Any additional team or individual initiatives assigned by manager

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be willing to travel


• Must have the ability to maintain a flexible work/travel schedule


• General knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Outlook Applications required


• Must be able to thrive in a demanding, fast-paced environment.


• Must have superior communication and interpersonal skills.


• Must possesses a high level of critical thinking and attention to detail.


• Must operate with a high level of professionalism and integrity, including dealing with confidential information.


• Must be authorized to work in the United States.


• Must be 21 years of age or older.


• Must be willing to undergo a background check.


• Must be able to register with the state's cannabis commissions as an agent.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3 year(s) of cannabis experience preferred


• Seed to Sale Platform (BioTrack, METRC, MJ Freeway) experience preferred


• Training experience preferred


• Experience with building documentation for processes and systems preferred.

Physical and Mental Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to remain in a stationary position, move and/or position oneself, communicate, operate and/or prepare, place, position objects, tools, or controls. The employee must occasionally move packages weighing up to 10 lb. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close observation and the ability to adjust focus. The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual, with or without reasonable accommodation, to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Working Environment:

Work is performed in an office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.

EEO Statement:

Verano Holdings is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We place priority in an environment of inclusion, diversity, and social justice and are committed to securing a better, brighter way forward for our employees, our markets, and our communities.

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Director of Production (DP) is a key leadership role for managing and driving the day-to-day production activities of the Egg Harbor facility, enabling the achievement of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial performance objectives based on a linked-to-budget monthly production plan (w/management oversight and approval). Proven leadership skills with demonstrated operational knowledge and expertise to commercialize the business via strategic decision making, sound judgment and people management skills. Key areas of responsibility include demand planning, production scheduling, processing, supply chain planning, budget management, quality control and enabling the efficient distribution of medical marijuana products on behalf of NJ CCF.

General Operations and Duties

• Executes business strategy approved by the General Manager and Senior Vice President. Promotes and executes a culture of continuous improvement.

• Manages all facets of production, supply chain management and reporting including but not limited to: production output, labor output, inventory levels and usage, finished goods and production KPIs (analyzed to help drive continuous improvement).

• Supervises cost controls and manages expenditures based on the approved operating budget.

• Maintains awareness of current regulations – per CRC - and regarding workplace safety (i.e. OSHA). Works with Human Resources to ensure compliance in terms of any potential workplace injury reporting.

Production Operations

• Responsible for the overall management, coordination, integration and execution of all production functions reflecting compliance with regs, SOPs and tracked / monitored via relevant KPIs. Committed to improving processes for each function via regular SOP updates.

• Ensures the company's ability to produce, prepare and package the highest quality medical and adult-use marijuana products for retail and wholesale sales - effectively, efficiently and in compliance with CRC policies and procedures.

• Supervises short and long term production planning (informed by retail and wholesale sales' trends and feedback)

• Works closely with the Production management team to prepare production forecasts designed to minimally achieve/ideally exceed monthly, quarterly and annual revenue budgets. Material planning includes materials, equipment, and any additional resources.

Packaging Operations

• Responsible for the overall management, coordination and execution of Processing, Packaging and Quality control.

• Ensures that the company provides safe, reliable products to dispensaries and for wholesale.

• Executes and tracks metrics to drive and achieve packaging efficiencies.

• Tracks and analyzes weekly reports to ensure consistent quality and quantities for packaging.

• Leads development of best-practices and key metrics for QC and efficiency.

RD & Quality Control

• Establishes ongoing testing protocols and standards, working closely with the Operations management team

• Supervises the selection and development of genetics for the highest quality medicine with optimal yield and proprietary strains' creation.

Inventory Management and Distribution

• Ensures proper inventory controls are being followed.

• Partners with the Management team to develop and manage forecasts for long-term supply planning.

• Oversees implementation and use of inventory controls including use of Biotrack.

Production Facilities

• Ensures that all production resources are well-maintained, well-organized, inventoried and reordered promptly.

• Responsible for the procurement of plants, materials, equipment (up to a defined, preset $ level by the General Manager) and other resources.

• Develops and in collaboration with Facilities and Maintenance ensures a regularly scheduled equipment maintenance program

• Maintains compliance with all company policies and procedures

Basic Qualifications:

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree and or/ equivalent experience.

• Progressively responsible experience including a minimum of 8 years operational knowledge and expertise with financial goal setting and achievement, supply chain management or manufacturing, including strategic planning and forecasting, development, validation and execution of SOPs, executing compliant quality controls and lab testing, etc.

• 4 years' experience within the cannabis/hemp industry is required.

Additional Qualifications:

• Excellent leadership skills for developing and coaching a diverse team

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for mobilizing and motivating a diverse team

• Strong financial acumen and budgeting skills

• Knowledge of federal, state, local laws and regs, which govern the cannabis industry in New Jersey is required.

• Must be highly motivated and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

• Must be able to work under pressure, meet deadlines to deliver quality business results, while maintaining a positive, can-do attitude.

• Ability to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of direction provided, prescribed routines and standard accepted practices

• Ability to maintain confidentiality with absolute reliability and honesty.

• Proficient with MS Office software (e.g., Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, etc). Ability to effectively present information and effectively respond to questions or concerns from managers, dispensaries, the General Manager or Senior Vice President.

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and develop solutions.

• Must be able to pass the state's background check.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to spend an extended time standing, sitting, walking, bending, and reaching.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds for a distance of 100 feet, and 50+ pounds with a team lift.

• Close visual focus required.

• Repetitive motions and understanding of and ability to use equipment.

• This position requires the extended and repetitive use of arms, hands and fingers to cut and manipulate small objects.

Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

Acreage Holdings, Inc. and its affiliated companies (collectively, the "Company") value the health, safety and wellbeing of its employees, customers, their families, and other visitors of our offices and facilities and have instituted several safeguards and protective measures, including mandatory vaccination requirements, to prevent the spread of COVID-19 exposures and infections. Accordingly, the Company's Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy requires all new hires to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to be eligible for employment with the Company, except for individuals with a documented and approved medical or religious exemption, or other exemption as provided under applicable law.

For purposes of this Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, an individual is considered fully vaccinated when two weeks have passed following receipt of the second dose in a two-dose vaccination series (such as Pfizer or Moderna) or two weeks have passed following a single-dose vaccination (such Johnson & Johnson). Additionally, candidates who accept an offer of employment will be provided with instructions for securely submitting proof of COVID-19 vaccination prior to the individual's start date, as well as the Company's process for requesting and completing an applicable medical or religious exemption form. No medical documentation should be submitted to the Company prior to receiving such instructions from the Company's recruiter or other designated human resources professional.

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Role Summary:

The Regional Kitchen Director is responsible for supporting the Facility Production and National Operations team on all kitchen production initiatives and processes within their region. Kitchen production includes but is not limited to the following departments: Production, Production Automation, Packaging, Packaging Automation, Scheduling, and Inventory Management. The primary focus of this position is to provide training to the facility leadership on current SOPs and future process improvements that pertain to any of the defined kitchen production departments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide training to facility GMs, PMs, Managers, Supervisors, and Leads on all Kitchen Production processes (departments listed in job summary) within your region.


• Always aim to maximize production efficiencies


• Ensure product is produced, packaged & tested as scheduled


• Follow Verano's Continual Improvement Process (Identify, Plan, Execute, Review)


• Operate and provide training on Kitchen Production and Labeling Automation Equipment (Savage Brothers cookers, Baker Perkins Depositor, Selmi Chocolate Machine, Ilapak Flow Wrapper, Countec Machine, Sejong Tablet Press, CVC labeler)


• Identify any existing bottlenecks in Kitchen production and packaging departments


• Uphold product quality (Quality Assurance) initiatives


• Maintain and improve upon each facility's Kitchen Production workflow (Production through Packaging)


• Ensure all Kitchen production processes and standards are maintained


• Must maintain facility travel schedule as agreed upon with manager


• Any additional team or individual initiatives assigned by manager

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be willing to travel


• Must have the ability to maintain a flexible work/travel schedule


• General knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Outlook Applications required


• Must be able to thrive in a demanding, fast-paced environment.


• Must have superior communication and interpersonal skills.


• Must possesses a high level of critical thinking and attention to detail.


• Must operate with a high level of professionalism and integrity, including dealing with confidential information.


• Must be authorized to work in the United States.


• Must be 21 years of age or older.


• Must be willing to undergo a background check.


• Must be able to register with the state's cannabis commissions as an agent.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3 year(s) of cannabis experience preferred


• Seed to Sale Platform (BioTrack, METRC, MJ Freeway) experience preferred


• Training experience preferred


• Experience with building documentation for processes and systems preferred.

Physical and Mental Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to remain in a stationary position, move and/or position oneself, communicate, operate and/or prepare, place, position objects, tools, or controls. The employee must occasionally move packages weighing up to 10 lb. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close observation and the ability to adjust focus. The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual, with or without reasonable accommodation, to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Working Environment:

Work is performed in an office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.

EEO Statement:

Verano Holdings is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We place priority in an environment of inclusion, diversity, and social justice and are committed to securing a better, brighter way forward for our employees, our markets, and our communities.

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JOB TITLE: Director of Production Operations

STATUS: Exempt (Full-time)

COMPENSATION: Salary, full medical benefits (90% employer paid), dental, vision, life insurance and long-term disability covered (100% paid), holidays, paid vacation and holidays and paid sick time accrual

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Responsible for managing and directing the facilities and operational functions of the production arm of SPARC, with a focus on internal supply chain management; including: post harvest services, manufacturing and packaging, inventory control and logistics. Provide technical and engineering expertise to diagnose and solve problems relating to the operations; develop project plans, cost estimates and justification; and, manage projects to completion. Organize and direct management in Inventory Compliance and the Processing, Manufacturing and Distribution licenses. Partner with the Director of Product to plan and schedule all aspects of packaging, manufacturing and production for retail. Must maintain outstanding communication with these teams and make on-going efforts to identify appropriate opportunities to safely optimize work and spot trends via predictive techniques. This position is hands-on with the expectation that the individual assists in all production oversight functions to include the management of teams and processes.

Understand and embrace the mission of SPARC and role in the community.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Reports to the COO

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Self-directed and manages individuals, groups and teams.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES: (This list may not include all of the duties assigned.)

• Oversee managers across Processing, Manufacturing and Distribution licenses to accomplish maximum efficiency, ensuring projects at each facility/department are being completed on time and in a cost effective manner.
• Oversees the daily workflow and schedules of multiple departments in collaboration with department managers.
• Collaborates with other departments and stakeholders to identify and maintain resources needed to establish and provide an effective supply chain.
• Establishes performance metrics for measurement, comparison, or evaluation of factors affecting the supply chain.
• Drive and follow-on improvements to the ERP system functionality in order to facilitate better decision making and efficiency.
• Develops and directs the process of detailed inventories of materials and supplies located in the company, at sites, and in manufacturing.
• Maintains required quantity of supplies and materials to optimize production.
• Analyzes current inventories and procedures; suggests improvements to increase efficiency of supply chain and profitability for the company.
• Develops policies to increase efficiency throughout the supply chain while ensuring quality and safety; implements subsequent changes to processes.
• Identifies optimal shipment and transportation routes with attention to consolidation of warehousing and distribution.
• Assesses the need for material-handling equipment and staffing; makes recommendations to ensure efficient loading, unloading, movement, and storage of materials.
• Participates as an advisory member of the Product team, providing information and guidance.

• Ensure safe and proper operation of equipment, by developing and overseeing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; arranging for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Determine the most cost effective approach for reliability and longevity of equipment and systems while achieving all SPARC safety and compliance expectations.
• Reviews production reports to ensure safety, quality, financial, and delivery goals and standards are met.
• Ensures a healthy and safe working environment, and compliance with federal and state regulations, through collaboration with environmental, health, and safety staff.
• Assists chief operating officer with long-range operating goals, expansion efforts, and implementation of new and advanced technology.
• Identifies and shares training opportunities for staff to build and improve skills.
• Organizes departmental management structure and teams for optimal, efficient operations.
• Works with chief financial officer to develop departmental operating budget.
• Delivers progress and production reports to executive team members as requested.
• Supervises equipment purchase, maintenance, and layout.
• Complete reports by maintaining consistent records and receipts and entering required information.
• Prepare reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information.
• Accomplish staff results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees.
• Maintain positive working and professional relationships with local vendors, contractors, and government staff.
• Other responsibilities as required.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and managerial skills.
• Thorough understanding of the policies and practices used in the production division.
• Ability to set long-term goals and communicate them to others.
• Ability to motivate and organize multiple efforts to accomplish goals in a positive and supportive environment.
• Knowledge of maintenance procedures for manufacturing, processing, and post-processing, and production environment facilities.
• Proficiency in interpreting maintenance manuals, functional specifications & engineering drawings.
• Flexibility with weekend and extended seasonal hours is mandatory.
• Strong problem solving, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perceive and meet the needs of the team without direction.
• Ability to maintain high standards in a fast paced, constantly evolving environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly, honestly and effectively in all situations with staff, management, and community members.
• Thorough understanding of METRC and/or ERP systems.
• Highly skilled in inventory planning and operations budgets.
• Basic understanding of Federal, State and Local employment laws.
• Ability to adapt to changing industry and growing business.
• Team member must have working knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations for agriculture, construction and manufacturing environments
• Needs to have a high level of patience and flexibility.
• Ability to develop staff and managers
• Clean driving record.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: B.S preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience; minimum of 5 years in manufacturing and operations leadership. LEAN manufacturing and continuous improvement experience preferred. Demonstrated ability to understand, plan and execute dramatic change in manufacturing structure, systems and philosophy. Must be detail oriented while able to conceive, implement and operate systems and processes. Demonstrated ability to achieve results in a cooperative, cross-functional, participative environment. Demonstrated effectiveness in motivating and executing against objectives, policies and procedures through subordinates, including non-exempt associates. Strong operational excellence background required and is customer focused. Experience in low volume/high mix manufacturing.Experience in the cannabis industry highly desirable. Must be at least 21 years old and pass a criminal background check.

CERTIFICATES/LICENSES: None.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work may require prolonged sitting/standing, often bending, stooping and stretching. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate manufacturing equipment, and other office equipment. Requires normal range of hearing. Requires close vision with the ability to see color and adjust focus. Requires lifting up to 50 pounds regularly, pushing/pulling up to 100 pounds, and using assistance (multiple people, forklift, dolly) when lifting/moving over 100 pounds.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in a busy manufacturing and processing facility as well as administrative offices. The processing and manufacturing facility areas are very loud due to fans and filtration systems, fluctuating between extreme cold and hot temperatures. Will be exposed to the normal chemicals found in a crop production facility (i.e. fertilizers). Work may be stressful at times and may include dealing with difficult people and/or law enforcement. Must be available to work varied hours/days depending on the projects or seasonal requirements.

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Director of Production (DP) is an essential, on-site, and visible leadership role managing and overseeing the day-to-day production activities of the Syracuse facility, enabling the achievement of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial objectives (EBITDA is the lead metric) based on a production plan co-created with the General Manager. Proven leadership skills with hands-on operational knowledge and expertise to commercialize the business via strategic decision making, sound judgment and people management. Key areas of responsibility include cultivation, laboratory, extraction, processing, business development & management, supply chain planning, master scheduling, budget management, quality control and efficient distribution of medical marijuana products on behalf of NYCANNA.

General Operations and Duties

• Executes business strategy approved by the General Manager and Regional General Manager.
• Promotes and executes a culture of continuous improvement.
• Provides ongoing production reports including but not limited to: production KPIs, production output, finished goods, labor output metrics, inventory levels and usage, and highlights any challenges/resolutions.
• Supervises cost control and manages expenditures based on the approved budget.
• Maintains awareness of current regulations under the NY Office of Cannabis Management, and regarding workplace safety (i.e. OSHA). Works with Human Resources to ensure compliance in terms of workplace injury reporting.

Production Operations

• Responsible for the overall management, coordination, integration and execution of all operations from cultivation to packaging using compliant SOPs and relevant KPIs. Committed to improving the business process for each function from seed-to-sale (e.g., Cultivation, Extraction, Processing, Packaging, etc) via regular SOP updates.
• Ensures the company's ability to produce, prepare and package the highest quality medical marijuana products for wholesale sales and dispensaries - effectively, efficiently and compliantly (in compliance with OCM policies and procedures).
• Supervises and maintains production process planning (informed by wholesale sales and retail feedback)
• Works closely with the Production management team to prepare monthly production forecasts designed to minimally achieve/ideally exceed monthly, quarterly and annual revenue forecasts. Material planning includes materials, equipment, and additional resources.

Packaging Operations

• Responsible for the overall management, coordination and execution of Packaging, Processing and Quality control.
• Ensures that the company provides safe, reliable medicine and products to dispensaries.
• Implements, adjusts and manages metrics to drive and achieve packaging efficiencies.
• Tracks and analyzes weekly reports from the Extraction manager to ensure consistent quality and quantities for packaging.
• Leads development of best-practices and key metrics for QC and efficiency.

RD & Quality Control

• Establishes ongoing testing protocols and standards, working closely with our Lab Manager and team
• Supervises the selection and development of genetics for the highest quality medicine, optimal yield and proprietary strains' creation.

Inventory Management and Distribution

• Develops product cost analyses, helps facilitate inventory reporting and works with Logistics manager to ensure deliveries are received to dispensaries to help the company achieve its business objectives.
• Ensures proper inventory controls are being followed.
• Partners with the Management team to develop and manage forecasts for long-term supply planning,
• Oversees implementation and use of inventory controls including use of Biotrack.

Production Facilities

• Ensures that all facility resources are well-maintained, well-organized, inventoried and reordered promptly.
• Responsible for the procurement of plants, materials, equipment (up to a defined $ level – set by the General Manager) and other resources.
• Develops and implements regularly scheduled equipment maintenance program
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures

Basic Qualifications:

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree and or/ equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 8 years operational knowledge and expertise to achieve financials, supply chain management or manufacturing, including strategic planning and forecasting, development, validation and execution of SOPs, adherence to compliant quality controls and lab testing, etc.
• 4 years' experience within the cannabis/hemp industry is required.

Additional Qualifications:

• Excellent leadership skills to develop and coach a diverse team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for mobilizing and motivating a diverse team
• Knowledge of federal, state, local laws and regs, which govern the medical marijuana industry in New York is required.
• Must be highly motivated and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
• Ability to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines and standard accepted practices
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with absolute reliability and honesty.
• Strong financial acumen and budgeting skills.
• Proficient with MS Office software (e.g., Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, etc). Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions or concerns from managers, dispensaries, the General Manager or Regional GM, etc.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and develop solutions.
• Must be able to pass the state's background check.

Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

Acreage Holdings, Inc., and its affiliated companies (collectively, the "Company") value the health, safety and wellbeing of its employees, customers, their families, and other visitors of our offices and facilities and have instituted several safeguards and protective measures, including mandatory vaccination requirements, to prevent the spread of COVID-19 exposures and infections. Accordingly, the Company's Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy requires all new hires to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to be eligible for employment with the Company, except for individuals with a documented and approved medical or religious exemption, or other exemption as provided under applicable law.

For purposes of this Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, an individual is considered fully vaccinated when two weeks have passed following receipt of the second dose in a two-dose vaccination series (such as Pfizer or Moderna) or two weeks have passed following a single-dose vaccination (such Johnson & Johnson). Additionally, candidates who accept an offer of employment will be provided with instructions for securely submitting proof of COVID-19 vaccination prior to the individual's start date, as well as the Company's process for requesting and completing an applicable medical or religious exemption form. No medical documentation should be submitted to the Company prior to receiving such instructions from the Company's recruiter or other designated human resources professional.

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Title: Senior Director, Production
Reports to: CEO
Location: North Adams, MA

Temescal Wellness serves Massachusetts with a variety of high-quality cannabis products and education, in compliance with state and local rules and regulations. We have three cannabis dispensaries located throughout the state, each serving both recreational guests and medical card holders as well as a growing production facility with a second state of the art production facility on the way in North Adams, MA. Our lives are entrenched in diversity. Temescal Wellness is devoted to celebrating and actively promoting inclusivity in the workplace, in communities we serve through charitable activities, and in the vendors we choose. Our high standards go beyond the cultivation of our cannabis as we strive to create a welcoming and hospitable environment for all. We celebrate the unique voices and experiences of our customers and team members and, by working together toward a common goal of inclusivity, we enhance the spaces we inhabit.
About the Role
As the Senior Director, Production, you will oversee all production functions and facilities for Temescal Wellness including cultivation, manufacturing, distribution, and administration. You will be based in North Adams, MA and lead the Temescal Wellness state-of-the art production facility there and provide managerial oversight of our Worcester facility. You should have a proven track record of developing winning teams, focus on continuous improvement and ability to manage multiple priorities. You should be innovative, energetic, detail-oriented, and ambitious Senior Director of Production to manage a range of responsibilities. We are in growth mode and seeking an experienced self-starter who has demonstrated past success in fast-paced multidisciplinary environments.

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Leading By Example*
Serve as a member of the management leadership team, holding the facility accountable for adherence to commitments. You will establish and ensure achievement of all unit Key Performance Indicators. Additionally, you will ensure adherence to standard operating procedures and continuous improvement for all areas of production.
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Engaging in Business Planning*
Participate in the business planning and budgeting process by developing short and long-term cost containment and production strategies. You’ll oversee the execution of projects within your assigned area by monitoring project plans and status to ensure successful completion.
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Focusing on Continuous Improvement*
Deploy and sustain efficiency training to help staff meet the demands and challenges of our thriving business. Ensure compliance with all processes, regulations and policies. As you manage and develop a team, you’ll demonstrate your dedication to making our company and its people even more effective.
Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate operational excellence in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and organizational development
• Ensure effective implementation of product and manufacturing technologies
• Manage objectives for operating budgets, capital plans, and cost savings targets
• Champion change through the active personal support of Continuous Improvement tools and processes
• Drive employee engagement, positive culture, and executes strategic workforce planning initiatives
• Foster a culture of empowerment, inclusiveness, and open communication within the team
• Standardize best practices across operational cells
• Maintain compliance to all regulations, laws, and management systems requirements
• Proactively reduce Environmental, Health & Safety risks and promotes safe behaviors in the workplace
• Support the Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) process to meet On Time Delivery and financial targets
• Ensure successful implementation of new program development activities
• Integrate tactical & strategic supply chain activities to manage risk and leverage spend
• Make necessary transformational changes to better support deliveries & cost reductions
• Coordinates both facility activities with department and value stream leaders to ensure that all production objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost-effective manner
• Responsible for inventory, and production planning processes, as well as establishing supply and capacity plans to meet customer requirements
• Manages the proper use and maintenance of buildings, premises, machines and tools, including preventive maintenance and repair plans in accordance with production obligations
• Ensures all migration activities supporting production line transfers and facility stand up according to plan and within budget
• Annual budget planning and reporting with each department
• Develop and maintain programs and policies to ensure a highly effective and motivated workforce; evaluate training needs and develop training and development plans to support high-performance teams
• Identify areas of improvement for increased efficiency, productivity and resource conservation, implement solutions
• Oversee work schedules to ensure coverage and efficiency
• Ensure incident, accident, and disciplinary are managed thoughfully and comprehensively including documentation and prevention
• Prepare Company for increased demand and make appropriate processes, procedures, and hiring to accommodate increase in demand and growth
• Direct oversight of logistics, shipping, production, purchasing and procurement, sourcing, products and inventory management, managing vendors and suppliers, and quality assurance

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Key Requirements: *

• Operational transformation and project management leadership
• Demonstrated understanding of financial and operational performance data required
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to drive change and accountability in a fast-paced organization
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate large teams across cultural, geographic, business, and functional boundaries
• Ability to energize and motivate people and to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and lead as a change agent and hold people accountable for high standards of performance
• Proven track record of creating, implementing and/or sustaining a lean operation within a dynamic environment
• Experience in developing, implementing and improving key performance indicator metrics through strong data analysis and continuous improvement
• Superior assessment and influencing skills
• Self-motivated individual with a dynamic personality and a passion for succeeding;

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Education and Qualifications: *

• Bachelor’s degree in business or similar concentration preferred
• 10+ years Operational or Manufacturing experience
• Strong analytical abilities and track record of data-driven decision making.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, hands-on, high growth entrepreneurial environment
• Demonstrated ability to build and manage a high performing team
• Ability to track and analyze initiatives and performance to ensure we meet and/or exceed our revenue goals
• An effective leader with strong execution skills that is entrepreneurial, astute and has a passion for getting into the details where appropriate to make effective decisions and drive results
• Strong leadership, team member and staff/team development and motivation skills
• Able to travel, as needed, including weekends where necessary to drive production
• Excellent presentation skills and strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Must be 21+ years old and pass the State required background check and Agent Registration
• No felony convictions other than cannabis related
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive base salary and bonus and equity
• Employer pays approximately 75% of medical, dental and vision insurance, including for family members
• Mission-driven organization with an excellent work-life balance

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Temescal Wellness is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fair hiring practices and to creating a welcoming environment for all team members. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibilities.

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Job Type: Full-time

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Seeking a Production Director

We are a locally owned cannabis brand that manufactures a full line of cannabis products including; a large line of pre-rolls (singles, blunts, packs, infused pre-rolls, etc), edibles (cookies, rice crispies, gummies), kief, and packaging of co-manufactured extracts + new products coming throughout the rest of the year.

Cannabis experience NOT required.

High volume production management experience IS required.

We are a fast growth company that believes radical transparency and a positive company culture is the key to all around success.

Job Description:
The Production Director is a vital role within the company, as part of the Director team, which includes a Finance Director, Sales & Marketing Director and reports directly to the CEO. The position oversees several Mangers, Leads and a production / packaging team of 10+. We are looking for someone with a highly proactive and positive outlook to be on site Monday - Friday 8:30 - 4:30 pm. The majority of this position involves planning production schedules, scheduling lab testing, supporting staff and managing inventory levels.

Job Requirements:

• Tech savvy, we use multiple tech platforms regularly; ERP system (Roshi), Leaflink, detailed excel sheets, etc.
• Feels comfortable delegating and enforcing policies and quotas
• Support Production Employees with; skills, tactics and systems training
• Constant mentality of “How can we improve?”
• High attention to detail and keeping quality of products very high
• Follow all state, local and company policies to ensure compliance at all times
• Self-starter & able to multi-task, work quickly, efficiently and be adaptable to changing priorities and tasks needed. --- This is a very fast paced environments with orders constantly coming in and / or being adjusted.

Compensation: Starting at $63,000 salary

Benefits:

• Great Discounts (20% off at Broadway Cannabis Market, 40% off Fire Dept. brand)
• Employee paid insurance
• Kitchen stocked with snacks
• Business casual work environment

Must be willing to get OLCC marijuana workers permit.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $63,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Production Management: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: One location

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COMPANY OVERVIEW

Recently named one of Entrepreneur magazine's Top 100 Cannabis Leaders, Cresco Labs is one of the largest vertically-integrated multi-state cannabis operators in the United States. Cresco is built to become the most important company in the cannabis industry by combining the most strategic geographic footprint with one of the leading distribution platforms in North America. Employing a consumer-packaged goods ("CPG") approach to cannabis, Cresco's house of brands is designed to meet the needs of all consumer segments and includes some of the most recognized and trusted national brands including Cresco, Remedi and Mindy's, a line of edibles created by James Beard Award-winning chef Mindy Segal. Sunnyside*, Cresco's national dispensary brand is a wellness-focused retailer designed to build trust, education and convenience for both existing and new cannabis consumers. Recognizing that the cannabis industry is poised to become one of the leading job creators in the country, Cresco has launched the industry's first national comprehensive Social Equity and Educational Development (SEED) initiative designed to ensure that all members of society have the skills, knowledge and opportunity to work in and own businesses in the cannabis industry.

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

The Associate Production Director will be instrumental in bringing to life the essence of the Cresco Labs family of brands and Sunnyside. This individual is responsible for implementing brand or campaign creative for marketing, retail, wholesale, events and any internal corporate requests. Work consists of collateral, digital/social, in-store posters/signage, advertising, OOH, displays, presentations, video and more. The Associate Production Director will oversee a team across the nation to cascade creative out to various deliverables across different states and sizes. This position is accountable for maintaining the integrity of the brands along with adapting layouts for multiple market/state versions with attention to each state's specific legal requirements. They will have a strong design eye, in-depth knowledge and hands on experience with asset creation and print ready file set up across all channels as well as have a thorough understanding of pre-press, proofing, and the printing process. In addition, this role will not only manage, but also provide mentoring and assistance to the Production Designers in directing the implementation of the creative, setting up print ready files, reviewing their work, reviewing vendor proofs and providing feedback.

CORE JOB DUTIES

• Work with Creative Director to cascade creative out to various deliverable or states / versions
• From the lens of production, provide input on asset creation, photoshoots and file turn overs
• Lead the Production design process from start to finish across wholesale, retail and corporate initiatives
• Ensures adherence to brand standards in all Creative and Production work
• Oversee team to prepare print ready files for production and file QA of others
• Be able to work on multiple projects, simultaneously, while maintaining accuracy of execution
• Executes appropriate creative and content changes requested thru the review process, checking all work against requested changes before submitting for next review
• Review vendor proofs against released files for accuracy, provide feedback and direction
• Production management / vendor relations

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS

• 8+ years in a production design environment, experienced in digital, print and video
• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related
• Ad agency background and/or CPG/retail a plus
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite primarily Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Acrobat, and InDesign
• Excellent understanding of PowerPoint
• Solid asset creation, press ready file prep, QA and an in-depth knowledge of production and prepress process
• Design thinker
• Retouching experience
• Must be able to exercise independent judgement, decision-making and problem solving
• Ability to manage multiple ongoing projects at once within a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
• Communicates effectively with internal stakeholders and external business partners maintaining a high level of quality, accuracy, and efficiency
• Team player, collaborator
• Excellent attention to detail and information organization
• Leadership ability to manage, train, mentor and direct others

COVID-19 REQUIREMENTS

Cresco Labs requires that all corporate employees be fully vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus on or before September 30, 2021. If you are offered and accept a position, you will be required to prove your vaccination status prior to when your employment begins. If you require a medical or religious accommodation with regard to vaccination, please let us know once you receive an offer of employment (if applicable).

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.

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Job detailsSalary$70,000 - $80,000 a yearJob TypeFull-timeNumber of hires for this role1Qualifications

• • Bachelor's (Preferred)

Full Job Description

Core Duties:

The Director of Production is an instrumental, results-oriented leader with responsibility for organizing and overseeing the daily production within our company. Proven leadership skills, a strong ability to problem solve, sound judgment and decision-making, and attention to detail are key skills for this position. Key areas of responsibility includes master scheduling, staff management, supply planning, inventory management, budget management, quality control, and being ever-conscious of compliance. A strong leader in this role will enable the seamless production and efficient distribution of Adult-Use Cannabis products on behalf of The Pass / Berkshire Welco.

Principal Responsibilities:

The Director of Production is responsible and accountable for all processes relating to the processing, extraction, infusion, and packaging of cannabis products while ensuring safe, accurate, and timely production. The Director of Production’s duties shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Keeping a precise count of all packaged and non-packaged product and weight(s) for an accurate end of day reconciliation of inventory

• Manage all steps in the post-harvest process including intake, drying, curing, trimming, and packaging

• Package extractions, infused products, and plant material into proper containers with proper labeling to ensure compliance with state regulations

• Electronically convert packaged products in the state traceability system

• Exhibit competency in basic organizational skills, communication skills and windows based operating software

• Manage time efficiently in order to meet goals while consistently producing quality product

• Sanitation & cleanup of all processing areas throughout the day

• Manage an accurate inventory of site materials, hard goods, and soft goods

• Ensure materials are ordered and delivered to the site on time, stored and stocked for efficient picking and use

• Create a stocking plan and strategy to improve product flow and inventory visibility

• Maintain metrics, reports, process documentation, customer service logs, training and safety records

• Resolve problems relating to inventory, production equipment, testing, and staff

• Control inventory levels by conducting regular cycle counts

• Maintain physical condition of storage by planning and implementing new design layouts; inspecting equipment; issuing work orders for repair and requisitions for replacement

• Partner with transportation team for product transfers, identify and implement process improvements

• Safeguard logistics operations and contents by establishing and monitoring security procedures and protocols

• Manage logistics and materials costs, drive cost-productivity savings

• Comply with federal, state, and local warehousing, material handling, and shipping requirements by studying existing and new legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions

• Initiate corrective actions and communicate with management

• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed

• Hire, train and lead extraction team, MIP team, and processing team

• Write and implement SOPs

• Maintain a sanitary laboratory environment that complies with state regulations

• Report directly to the C.O.O. to set achievable production goals

• Practice GMP methods and implement them into every step of the extraction process

• Source vendors and equipment and troubleshoot when needed

The above job description in no way states or implies these duties are the only duties performed by this employee. The incumbent is expected to perform other related duties necessary for the effective operation of the Company.

The Pass reserves the right to change or alter any of the above duties and responsibilities according to the operational needs of the Company.

Essential Work Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in business, operations or supply chain

• Minimum of 2 years of operational experience in supply chain management or manufacturing, including forecasting, planning, SOP development, validation and execution, quality controls, lab testing, financials, etc. Experience within the Cannabis industry is preferred.

• Excellent verbal and written communication

• Must be able to lead and motivate the Production teams

• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and delivery of adult-use cannabis

• Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and their interaction, danger signs, production techniques and disposal

• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws; particularly those that govern the adult-use cannabis industry in Massachusetts is preferred.

• Must be highly motivated and thrive in a fast-paced environment

• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary leadership

• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices

• Ability to maintain confidentiality, reliability, and good financial acumen.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance. Must also maintain a valid driver’s license.

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.

• Ability to write reports, business correspondences and SOPs. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, dispensary clients, and executive management team.

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions

• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagrammatic form

• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations is paramount. Must be able to calculate figures and amounts such as profit and loss, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, volume, etc.

• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have proficiency in using Microsoft Office (word, excel, powerpoint)

• Ability to use and manage METRC; experience using METRC preferred.

• Must be at least 21 years of age

• Must pass CORI background checks

• Must be able to meet all shift requirements with regularity, predictability and consistency

Physical Requirements / Work Environment:

· Long periods of prolonged standing, sitting, and use of hands

· Long periods of prolonged use of office equipment including computers and phones

· Occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

· Ability to observe and assess material that deviates from established company standards

· Some crouching or holding uncomfortable positions for extended periods of time; repetitive motions

· Requires bending and lifting up to 50 pounds for 100 feet distance.

About Berkshire Welco:

Berkshire Welco d/b/a The Pass, welcomes individuals of every race, color, orientation, age, gender, origin, veteran status, and those harmed from directly and indirectly by prior cannabis prohibition. We hire smart, talented workers from all walks of life and all experience levels for our vertically integrated MA cannabis business. We embrace LGBTQ+, Minorities, Women & Veterans and other equity applicants throughout our community. Welco intends to be a company where employees bring their individual identities, differences, and talents together to work as a team, across all our locations and operations. In short: we don’t want biases or stereotypes holding either us or you back.

Welco is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in all areas of its work and operations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact: Human Resources.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No

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Job details
Salary
$130,000 - $150,000 a year
Job Type
Full-time
Number of hires for this role
1
Full Job Description

One of the Cannabis industry's fastest-growing multi-state operators is hiring a Director of Operations for their PA and NJ operations. This individual will be running daily operations at a brand new state of the art cannabis grow and manufacturing facility and needs to have a solid understanding in production operations and can directly oversee teams leading packaging, manufacturing, etc. Initially, this hire will have 3-4 direct reports (Quality Assurance, Safety and Purchasing) and will oversee their manufacturing operations.

An ideal candidate should have 1-3 years' experience in the Cannabis industry and ideally come from a Manufacturing / Plant Management background in the consumer packaged goods (CPG), Cannabis, or Food Production/Manufacturing industries. Lean manufacturing principles are highly sought after as is any additional automation experience. Candidates who have operated a start-up plant or have start-up experience will thrive in this position.

Responsibilities

• Create and improve quality standards and procedures for processing operations
• Implement new policies to increase efficiency and reduce costs
• Manage the daily manufacturing operations including daily targets, best practices, etc.
• Oversee Post-harvest, Packaging, and Manufacturing operations
• Introduce lean manufacturing and/or automation procedures

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in a similar CPG-related position (or in the cannabis / food production industry)
• 1-3+ years' experience in the Cannabis industry
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Expert-level understanding of post-harvest processing in a large-scale agriculture or plant operation
• Prior experience in a start-up facility or environment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $130,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Experience:

• Cannabis: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No

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ABOUT Ayr Wellness

Ayr is looking for a Director of Production to work in our manufacturing facility in Pottsville, PA to help oversee and build a company that continues to help consumers to live their best lives.

Join the team in Pennsylvania as we venture to open new avenues in the Medical Marijuana space.

Ayr is an expanding vertically integrated, U.S. multi-state cannabis operator, focusing on high-growth markets. With anchor operations in Massachusetts, Nevada, Ohio, Arizona, New Jersey, Florida and Pennsylvania and other states, the company cultivates and manufactures branded cannabis products for distribution through its network of retail outlets and through third-party stores.

Ayr strives to enrich and enliven consumers’ experience every day – helping them to live their best lives, elevated.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Director of Production oversees production operations, under the guidance of the Director of Operations. This role is responsible for ensuring each department meet their monthly/quarterly/yearly production goals. The Director of Production ensures timely delivery of goods to the market and ensures the quality standards of the company are maintained at every level of production. Due to the hands-on nature of cannabis production, the Director of Production must be able to lead by example. This role works closely with the Head of Cultivation, Head of Inventory & Logistics, Director of Wholesale, Finance and reports directly to the Director of Operations.

RESPONSIBILITES:

Departmental Oversight:

Extractions, MIP’s, Packaging, Testing & Lab Relations, Product Development

• Maintains clear and consistent communication with department heads
• Bridges gaps in departmental process and issues directives with clear goals for success
• Measures success and areas of improvement and shares results with department heads on a regular basis
• Ensures all staffing goals are met in each department and monitors any potential retention risks in real time
• Understands and monitors expected yields and outputs by department
• Works directly with the Head of Cultivation and Head Grower to ensure all company SOP’s are being followed and KPI’s are met on a consistent basis

Production Planning and Product Development

• Works with Director of Wholesale & Purchasing to plan and execute monthly production goals.
• Ensures proper par levels of cannabis products and supplies are maintained in each department and conducts regular checks on costing where necessary
• Works with finance to maintain all COGS and provides input on product pricing to the Sales team
• Tracks and reviews processing logs to ensure production accuracy at all levels
• Directly oversees project management team responsible for product development
• Maintains high-level relationships with all VIP vendors
• Ensures Lab team executes testing samples in an efficient manner and communicates any potential impacts on production planning/goals

Production Efficiency, Compliance & Workplace Safety Oversight

• Automation and process flow champion
• Requests, manages and tracks regular efficiency time studies in each production department (as needed) to ensure the facility maintains a cutting edge standard
• Works closely with the Facilities Manager to ensure scheduling of routine maintenance for building and equipment; along with ensuring all safety protocols are being enforced
• Ensures all SOP’s are updated and maintained by department
• Works with compliance team to state current on all CCC regulations pertaining to production
• Trains and maintains compliance standards with METRC by department

QUALIFICATIONS

• Preferred - Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the cannabis industry with a focus on production planning, product development and personnel management or equivalent experience in a Production environment.
• Proven track record of operating in a highly regulated industry; specific understanding of PA compliance regulations.
• Preferred proficiency in the following technical areas: METRC, Leaf Logics, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Sheets, Project Management software.
• Preferred Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management or commensurate experience in the cannabis industry.
• Must be 21 years of age or older as required by the PA Cannabis Commission.
• Able to pass all background checks as mandated by PA Cannabis Commission.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Prior Cannabis Industry Experience preferred.
• Experience operating in or managing a high-volume MIPs Program, Extractions Lab & Packaging Department.
• Capable of working directly with multiple departments across a large organization.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• This role is based out of our Production Facility in Pottsville, PA
• Must be open to occasional travel to other locations
  • All travel in excess of the standard commute (to and from work) will be reimbursed at the national travel reimbursement rate
  
  
• Must be able to work on weekends or after standard business hours as business needs requires

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Sitting, standing and walking motion/movement will be required at various Marketing events
• Occasional lifting, positioning or moving items up to 75 pounds.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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Full Job Description

Experience:

Minimum 5 years of experience in production environments, preferably for the extraction and refining of botanicals oils.

Experience with production-scale chromatography is a relevant skill, and candidates with suitable experience will be given priority:

• Familiarity with solvent polarities and separation of mixtures using a solvent gradient;
• Experience using various silica gels for difficult separations;
• Experience in method development for chromatographic separations (analytical and production scales)
• Superior knowledge of multiple operational functions and principles including: production, employee management, finance and customer service,
• Proven ability to plan and manage operational process for maximum efficiency and productivity
• Ability to streamline and implement new structures and roles that create effective operating environments, efficiency, and support rapidly shifting business demands
• Strong working knowledge of industry regulations and legislative guidelines
• Experience in commercial or industrial-scale extraction, distillation, filtering, and or solvent removal strongly preferred;

• Experience working in a cGMP compliant environment;
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail;
• Maintains a positive “Doer” attitude in a fast-paced manufacturing environment;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Effective time-management and ability to multi-task;
• Experience developing production methods and authoring SOPs to operate equipment;
• Demonstrated ability to solve technical problems

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations and equipment maintenance.

• Collaborate with executive-level management in the development of performance goals and long-term operational plans.

• Optimize efficiency and productivity through extensive process analysis and interdepartmental collaboration.

• Develop, implement and continuously improve techniques for the production and quality control of hemp-derived products.

• Set strategic goals for operational efficiency and productivity.

• Drive operational budgetary planning with assistance from internal resources.

• Analyze current operational processes and performance, recommending solutions for improvement.

• Stay current on literature in the field.

• Manage internal quality control by producing product COA’s and compose and present QC reports to executive management.

• Collaborate with outside resources to implementing cGMP compliant processes and developing and enforcing production-associated documents to support successful manufacture of products.

• Develop cGMP-compliant SOPs for the operation of production equipment.

• Oversee all quality control efforts for achieving continuous improvement of production practices.

• Assist in training of staff on the manufacturing process.

• Cleaning and maintenance of extraction and refinement equipment following current good manufacturing practices (cGMP) and standard operating procedures (SOPs); complying with legal regulations; monitoring the work environment.

• Develop production data management system for daily production reporting.

• Optimize documentation or production processes to improve, improve product quality and production efficiencies, and to reduce delivery time and product failures.

• Accurate and consistent completion of corporate & environmental compliance reporting requirements.

• Additional duties as required by executive management.

• Develop, implement, and monitor day-to-day operational systems and processes that provide visibility into goals, progress, and obstacles for our key initiatives.

• Build and maintain relationships with all department heads, external partners, and vendors to make decisions regarding operational activity and strategic goals.

• Plan, monitor, and analyze key metrics for the day-to-day performance of the operations to ensure efficient and timely completion of tasks.

• Devise strategies to ensure growth of programs enterprise-wide, identifying and implementing process improvements that will maximize output and minimize costs.

• Uphold organization policies and standards, ensuring legislative regulations are followed.

• Work closely with human resources to lead team with integrity and establish and maintain a trusting, inclusive, and productive environment.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Process design for food or drug manufacturing (or similar), operations’ management.

• Working knowledge of analytical chemistry for manufacturing quality control (analysis of complex botanical matrices using HPLC and/or GC).

• Familiarity with production-scale chromatographic purification techniques (flash chromatography, CPC, or similar).

• Familiarity and experience with supercritical CO2 extraction equipment.

• Possess good communication skills, capable of communicating ideas to colleagues.

• Basic understanding of physical chemistry in relation to phytochemical extraction and refinement.

• BS in Chem/ Mech/ Elect engineering or similar qualification, with 5+ years’ experience working in an externally regulated production environment.

• Direct experience with hemp/cannabis operations: 2 years preferred.

• Able to lift 40 lbs and stand/walk for at least eight hours.

• Must be 21 years of age or older

• Ability to pass a background check

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Production: 5 years (Required)

Work Location:

• One location

This Company Describes Its Culture as:

• Innovative -- innovative and risk-taking
• People-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focused
• Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative

Company's website:

• www.nusachi.com

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely:

• No

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Virtual meetings
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

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Director of Operations, Compliance, Processing, and Production Director of Operations, Compliance, Processing and Production WPL Industries, LLC Adrian, Michigan

Company Description

WPL Industries, LLC is a fully integrated Cannabis company that’s committed to the long-term success of its people and willing to do whatever it takes to pioneer the cannabis market in the state of Michigan. From process and product innovation to market execution and everything in between, we are driven by a passion for leadership, a commitment to drive our people forward, and above all else, providing medical and recreational cannabis consumers with the best possible experience and products.

General Job Description

WPL has an immediate opening for a highly industrious and proactive individual to become our Director of Operations for processing and production at our cultivation facility in Adrian, Michigan. Reporting to the CEO, the Director of Operations is responsible for developing and executing strategies that support production and operational processes, staffing plans, compliance procedures, and team member management. In addition, this individual will understand the business metrics, execute efficiently, be flexible and driven, and lead a large team of talented, diligent and effective personnel to ensure that business and operational standards are consistently met.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for all post-harvest activities including, but not limited to trimming, curing, quality control, packaging, product transfer facilitation, testing, waste processing/reporting and inventory control.

• Assess current SOPs, identify opportunities for improvement and implement solutions through scaling processes, systems, and people.

• Motivate and lead a high-performance operations team; attracting, recruiting, training, and retaining value added team members.

• Assure daily compliance with company policies including but not limited to: state/local regulation compliance, security protocols, access protocols, facility maintenance, and work schedules

• Develop and lead the Compliance Team to monitor and maintain proper inventory processes, controls, and audits using METRC and ensuring full compliance with all state regulations related to inventory and plant/product tracking and inventory.

• Effectively manage and maintain relevant facility records according to federal, state, and local regulations.

• Work closely with the Director of Cultivation and the Management Team to assure that production, processing and scheduling plans align with the cultivation and product forecast.

• Maintain a strong presence in the facility to effectively coach and support operations teams and cross function communications.

• Set and analyze performance expectations and production goals for the department, including output levels, recordkeeping, and quality control.

• Create work schedules and flow for both weekday and weekend work allowing for adequate coverage for regular and holiday schedules

• Oversee the maintenance and facilities objectives, upholding the highest levels of cleanliness, sterilization, and overall sanitation of the facility’s functional areas.

• Create/implement/maintain post-harvest best practices and compliant/effective standard operating procedures.

• Oversee processing, packaging, testing, inventory, and distribution resources for the site location with continuous improvement and quality reporting as well.

• Perform in-process and post-process quality assurance testing and conduct visual inspections to ensure the product meets or exceeds set quality standards.

• Maintain a working knowledge of the Marijuana Regulatory Agency (MRA),

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA,) Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA,) and Worker Protection Standards (WPS).

Qualifications

• A high-touch, credible, visible leader who could establish instant credibility and inspire the team.

• 2+ years’ experience in operations management and inventory control. Cannabis operations experience is a plus but not required.

• Demonstrated track record in team building and driving operational efficiencies in a light manufacturing environment.

• Comfortable and confident in making decisions and mediating conflict within a team environment.

• Ability to address complex issues and allocate time to execute multiple tasks and changing priorities.

• Ability to identify top talent and train/develop/retain great people.

• Familiarity with regulatory requirements for operating a cannabis operation facility.

• Knowledge of organizational and management practices and the ability to collaborate and work as a team in a matrix organization.

• Demonstrable execution capability.

• Proactive problem solver

• Operates with a bias for action and a sense of urgency

• College degree preferred; High School diploma required

• Minimum of 21 years of age

• Must pass any and all required background checks

• Proficient in windows - based software such as Excel, Word and Outlook

• Global & Cultural Awareness

Non-Negotiables

• Behavior in the workplace includes; obeying the Company's rules, conduct effective communication, take responsibility, be accountable, show professionalism, and have trust and mutual respect for your team members at work.

Working conditions & Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is typically working in a light industrial work environment. Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn as required and decontamination protocols must be adhered to. Physical requirements include the ability to bend, open, and move product and fixtures, lift up to 50 lbs., as needed, climb step stools and ladders, stand/walk for long periods at a time, and possess manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.

WPL Industries, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a positive environment and culture for all or our team members. WPL offers an attractive and competitive compensation, benefit, and bonus programs consummate with experience and performance. Related keywords: compliance, director, director of compliance

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:Covid-19 check in process required daily. PPE, social distancing, and workplace sanitation protocols are required to be followed by all employees and visitors.

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely:

• No

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

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Core Duties:

The Director of Production is an instrumental, results-oriented leader with responsibility for organizing and overseeing the daily production within our company. Proven leadership skills, a strong ability to problem solve, sound judgment and decision-making, and attention to detail are key skills for this position. Key areas of responsibility includes master scheduling, staff management, supply planning, inventory management, budget management, quality control, and being ever-conscious of compliance. A strong leader in this role will enable the seamless production and efficient distribution of Adult-Use Cannabis products on behalf of The Pass / Berkshire Welco.

Principal Responsibilities:

The Director of Production is responsible and accountable for all processes relating to the processing, extraction, infusion, and packaging of cannabis products while ensuring safe, accurate, and timely production. The Director of Production’s duties shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Keeping a precise count of all packaged and non-packaged product and weight(s) for an accurate end of day reconciliation of inventory

• Manage all steps in the post-harvest process including intake, drying, curing, trimming, and packaging

• Package extractions, infused products, and plant material into proper containers with proper labeling to ensure compliance with state regulations

• Electronically convert packaged products in the state traceability system

• Exhibit competency in basic organizational skills, communication skills and windows based operating software

• Manage time efficiently in order to meet goals while consistently producing quality product

• Sanitation & cleanup of all processing areas throughout the day

• Manage an accurate inventory of site materials, hard goods, and soft goods

• Ensure materials are ordered and delivered to the site on time, stored and stocked for efficient picking and use

• Create a stocking plan and strategy to improve product flow and inventory visibility

• Maintain metrics, reports, process documentation, customer service logs, training and safety records

• Resolve problems relating to inventory, production equipment, testing, and staff

• Control inventory levels by conducting regular cycle counts

• Maintain physical condition of storage by planning and implementing new design layouts; inspecting equipment; issuing work orders for repair and requisitions for replacement

• Partner with transportation team for product transfers, identify and implement process improvements

• Safeguard logistics operations and contents by establishing and monitoring security procedures and protocols

• Manage logistics and materials costs, drive cost-productivity savings

• Comply with federal, state, and local warehousing, material handling, and shipping requirements by studying existing and new legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions

• Initiate corrective actions and communicate with management

• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed

• Hire, train and lead extraction team, MIP team, and processing team

• Write and implement SOPs

• Maintain a sanitary laboratory environment that complies with state regulations

• Report directly to the C.O.O. to set achievable production goals

• Practice GMP methods and implement them into every step of the extraction process

• Source vendors and equipment and troubleshoot when needed

The above job description in no way states or implies these duties are the only duties performed by this employee. The incumbent is expected to perform other related duties necessary for the effective operation of the Company.

The Pass reserves the right to change or alter any of the above duties and responsibilities according to the operational needs of the Company.

Essential Work Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in business, operations or supply chain

• Minimum of 2 years of operational experience in supply chain management or manufacturing, including forecasting, planning, SOP development, validation and execution, quality controls, lab testing, financials, etc. Experience within the Cannabis industry is preferred.

Additional Qualifications:

• Excellent verbal and written communication

• Must be able to lead and motivate the Production teams

• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and delivery of adult-use cannabis

• Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and their interaction, danger signs, production techniques and disposal

• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws; particularly those that govern the adult-use cannabis industry in Massachusetts is preferred.

• Must be highly motivated and thrive in a fast-paced environment

• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary leadership

• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices

• Ability to maintain confidentiality, reliability, and good financial acumen.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance. Must also maintain a valid driver’s license.

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.

• Ability to write reports, business correspondences and SOPs. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, dispensary clients, and executive management team.

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions

• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagrammatic form

• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations is paramount. Must be able to calculate figures and amounts such as profit and loss, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, volume, etc.

• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have proficiency in using Microsoft Office (word, excel, powerpoint)

• Ability to use and manage METRC; experience using METRC preferred.

• Must be at least 21 years of age

• Must pass CORI background checks

Physical Requirements / Work Environment:

· Long periods of prolonged standing, sitting, and use of hands

· Long periods of prolonged use of office equipment including computers and phones

· Occassionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

· Ability to observe and assess material that deviates from established company standards

· Some crouching or holding uncomfortable positions for extended periods of time; repetitive motions

· Requires bending and lifting up to 50 pounds for 100 feet distance.

About Berkshire Welco:

Berkshire Welco d/b/a The Pass, welcomes individuals of every race, color, orientation, age, gender, origin, veteran status, and those harmed from directly and indirectly by prior cannabis prohibition. We hire smart, talented workers from all walks of life and all experience levels for our vertically integrated MA cannabis business. We embrace LGBTQ+, Minorities, Women & Veterans and other equity applicants throughout our community. Welco intends to be a company where employees bring their individual identities, differences, and talents together to work as a team, across all our locations and operations. In short: we don’t want biases or stereotypes holding either us or you back.

Welco is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in all areas of its work and operations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact: Human Resources.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Vision Insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends

Company's website:

• www.thepass.co

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely:

• No

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Director of Production (DP) is a key, results-oriented leader with responsibility for organizing and overseeing the daily production of our company. Proven leadership skills coupled with a strong ability to problem solve, sound judgment and decision-making, and attention to detail are key skills. Key areas of responsibility include: master scheduling, staff management, supply planning, inventory management, budget management, quality control and compliance enabling the seamless production and efficient distribution of medical Cannabis products on behalf of The Botanist MA.

General Operations and Duties

• Executes business strategy approved by the Botanist MA Regional GM and Director of Plant
• Responsible for the overall management, coordination, and supervision of key production
• Ensures The Botanist MA is producing and delivering in the most efficient manner; as evidenced by core
• Adheres to and enforces The Botanist MA policies and procedures in accordance with Massachusetts Laws, Rules & Regulations (CCC). Reports any
• Responsible for implementing and enforcing company policies (procedures, staff training, ).
• Supervises the Extraction, Processing/Packaging, Cultivation, and Logistics Managers. Carries out management responsibilities for these managers and their respective staffs in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving
• Directs material planning. Prepares monthly forecast of equipment, materials, staff and additional
• Provides weekly production reports including but not limited to: production output, finished goods, inventory and highlights any challenges/resolutions.
• Conducts quarterly productivity analyses –staff/labor, process
• Conducts weekly management
• Supervises cost control – adhere to approved budget; manage
• Assists with quarterly systems' analyses – seek quality
• Designs and implements incentive plans to drive above average
• Works with the Compliance Manager and the Director of Security to develop and implement safety/risk management plans to ensure the safety of our facility and its
• Reports security breaches/deficiencies to the Director of Security and the Director of Plant
• Maintains awareness of current regulations pertaining to workplace safety (i.e. OSHA). Works with the Human Resources Department to ensure compliance in terms of workplace injury

Production Operations

• Responsible for the overall management, coordination, integration and execution of all operations from cultivation to logistics. Committed to improving the business process for each function – from seed-to-sale - through analysis and collaboration with the respective managers
• Ensures The Botanist MA ability to produce, prepare and package the highest quality medical marijuana products for
• Supervises and maintain production process planning (informed by Sales via marketplace feedback)
• Works closely with the management team to prepare quarterly production forecasts based on projected sales volumes and/or executive guidance to minimally achieve our quarterly and annual revenue
• Improves business process development and documentation via consistent SOP updates (e.g., Extraction, Cultivation, Processing, Packaging, Quality control and Inventory Management).

Packaging Operations

• Responsible for the overall management, coordination and execution of Packaging, Cultivation, Processing and Quality
• Ensures that The Botanist MA provides safe, reliable medicine to
• Implements, adjusts and manages metrics to drive and achieve packaging
• Collects and analyzes daily and weekly reports from the Extraction manager to ensure consistent quality and quantity of medicine for
• Leads development of best-practices and key metrics for QC and efficiency.
• Improves process development and documentation via regular SOP

RD & Quality Control

• Establishes ongoing testing protocols and standards; working closely with our lab service provider, MCR Labs
• Supervises the selection and development of genetics for the highest quality medicine, optimal yield and proprietary strains' creation.

Inventory Management and Distribution

• Develops product cost analyses, inventory reporting, and delivery to dispensaries to ensure The Botanist MA achieves its business objectives.
• Ensures proper inventory control with the Inventory Management
• Collaborates with the Management team to develop and manage forecasts for long-term supply planning, while considering current inventory, lead times, and
• Oversees implementation and use of inventory control including use of Biotrack and METRC.

Production Facilities

• Ensures that all facility resources are well-maintained, well-organized, inventoried and reordered
• Responsible for the procurement of plants, materials, equipment (up to a defined $ level – set by the General Manager) and other resources. Must research products to ensure that they fully meet our facility's needs and negotiate
• Develops and implements regularly scheduled equipment maintenance program
• Conducts consistent review of all processes to ensure proper permitting and disclosure (based on MA regs).
• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures

Basic Qualifications:

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in business, operations or supply chain
• Minimum of 2 years of operational experience in supply chain management or manufacturing, including forecasting, planning, SOP development, validation and execution, quality controls, lab testing, financials, etc. Experience within the Cannabis industry is preferred.

Additional Qualifications:

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Must be able to lead and motivate the Production teams
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and delivery of medical marijuana
• Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and their interaction, danger signs, production techniques and disposal
• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws; particularly those that govern the medical / adult-use Cannabis industry in Massachusetts is preferred.
• Must be highly motivated and thrive in a fast-paced
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and absolute reliability and
• Good financial acumen and
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance. Must also maintain a valid driver's license.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence and SOPs. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, dispensary clients, MA Regional GM and Director of Plant Operations and Acreage
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and develop
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations is Must be able to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, profit and loss, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have proficiency in using Microsoft
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, sit; use hands. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must be able to lift 50 lbs for 100 feet distance. Due to the computer usage and the requirement to operate a vehicle, the vision requirements are:

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Position Title:   Production Senior Director

The Production Senior Director will be a key contributor to the evolution and growth of Berkshire Roots’ production volume, quality control and continuous efficiency improvements. Utilizing a combination of manufacturing experience and cannabis production experience, the right candidate will use data-driven decision-making to ensure proper staffing, introduction of automation and other time-saving/cost-saving measures and forecast production requirements based on market demand. In collaboration with key Managers and Directors from each major department, the Production Senior Director will be the linchpin to creating a smooth running “factory” operation while accounting for the dynamic changes in the marketplace and available resources.

Key Job Requirements:

• Co-lead a staff of 40+ in conjunction with department heads

• Collaborate with manufacturing department heads (cultivation, trim, packaging, extraction, kitchen) to ensure proper and efficient staffing

• Research and recommend necessary equipment for innovation, automation and efficiency

• Determine capital and operating expenditure requirements to improve volume and efficiencies of the overall manufacturing operations

• In collaboration with department heads, develop product portfolio expansion criteria and feasibility of adding new products to manufacturing, as well as contributing to determination of flower strains to produce / potential yield and mix of third-party products to purchase in order to meet sales' demand

• Contribute to “factory” inventory management, in collaboration with Factory and Inventory Procurement Manager

• Ensure factory Par Values are met in accordance with aligned consensus among departments;

• Research and understand all labeling and testing requirements for new products

• Troubleshoot issues within manufacturing or infusion process with new or existing technology (e.g. failed tests, poor yields, product stability, shelf life, efficiency)

• Track COGS in collaboration with accounting functions to determine SKU-level margin analysis

• Implement equipment and departmental maintenance schedule for all critical and semi-critical manufacturing equipment

• Coordinate with third-party testing laboratories for all products manufactured internally

• Research and recommend third-party companies for raw materials involved with all manufacturing (e.g. cultivation material, food ingredients, CO2, Hydrocarbon, and alcohol companies)

• Collaborate with Facilities Director on existing policies for safety, security, and sanitary conditions

Requirements/Preferences:

• Bachelor’s degree, and 8+ years’ experience in manufacturing with a preference for cannabis experience

• Previous experience managing a staff of 20 or more

• Proven ability to access data, interpret data and execute informed by data

• Expert in managing people to maximize productivity and building great teams

• Excellent organizational, communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.

• Experience with Ethanol and Alcohol based extractions with winterization and refinement.

• Experience with Fractional Distillation of crude extractions; Experience with Hydrocarbon

• Experience with extractions including Butane, Propane, and Mixed ratios of B/P; Ice Water, Dry Ice, and Liquid Nitrogen preferred

• Knowledge of Cultivation, Trim, Cure, Packaging, Kitchen, Extraction, and Distribution departments preferred

• Ability to use various types of office software, spreadsheet applications and PC proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 8 years (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

License:

• Driver's License (Required)

Application Question:

• What is your experience working with cannabis?

Additional Compensation:

• Bonuses
• Store Discounts

Work Location:

• One location

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Other

This Company Describes Its Culture as:

• Aggressive -- competitive and growth-oriented

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Day shift
• 8 hour shift

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply

Work Remotely:

• No

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Director of Production

Ethos Cannabis

Position Location: Fairless Hills, PA

Website: www.ethoscannabis.com

Company Overview

Ethos Cannabis currently has interests in the cultivation, processing and dispensing of cannabis in Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Florida, and Arizona and is pursuing expansion opportunities in multiple states including New Jersey. Today, we are working to combine our interests in Pennsylvania and Massachusetts to create a unified multi-state cannabis company. Our goal is to have a clear and compelling consumer-centric vision focused on helping individuals feel and live better through their experiences with cannabis. Our mission is supported by our relationship with Jefferson Health, a leading academic medical center in the U.S., dedicated to collecting and analyzing valuable real-world data and developing educational initiatives with a focus on patient outcomes and quality of life. Jefferson Health is our Academic Clinical Research Center partner for vertically integrated operations under development in Pennsylvania.

Our principals have significant experience investing in healthcare, consumer products, and regulated markets. We have been actively focused on the cannabis industry since 2015 and have recently added a new CEO for Ethos Cannabis who has experience developing and leading a successful and respected cannabis operator in the U.S.

Position Summary/Objective

The Director of Production is responsible for leading the Company’s Pennsylvania production facility including all operational aspects and employees in collaboration with the Company’s subject matter experts in cultivation, processing and product manufacturing, supply chain management, safety, and quality and compliance. This leader will also be focused on achieving certain operating and financial performance targets. The Director of Production is a detail-oriented, operational leader and ensures the smooth and cost-efficient flow of company production through effective management, configuration, analysis and reporting. This role will support implementation of process changes, system enhancements, proactively analyzing business needs, executing short, mid, and long-term plans to meet business objectives, and building key internal and/or external customer relationships. This position will also have responsibility for leading and executing certain initiatives and workflows for the Company’s Pennsylvania and Massachusetts production facilities working closely with the President and operational leader of both the Pennsylvania and Massachusetts market.

The ideal candidate has the ability to adapt to our business model and has demonstrated leadership experience. Previous cannabis production experience is not required. This position will be located at our Fairless Hills, PA location of our production facility, will report to the Office of the Chief Executive Officer, and is expected to eventually report to a Chief Operating Officer.

Responsibilities

· Work closely with plant and Company leadership to achieve scheduled production and monitor for adherence to plan

· Manage operational and personnel aspects, across cultivation and processing areas, of the Fairless Hills, PA production facility with support of the Company’s subject matter experts in cultivation, processing departments, which include supply chain management, safety and quality and compliance

· Plan and schedule production schedules

· Manage employee staffing

· Implement training requirements

· Reviewing all checklists, logs, and documentation for each product line

· Assess and measure performance of critical factors and various to KPIs

· Provide leadership in determining equipment, materials, and resources required to meet production demand and necessary inventory

· Plan and prioritize operations and distribution to ensure maximum productivity

· Update and share production reports, including finished products, defect percentage, and other output data

· Oversee Quality Assurance and QC responsibilities

o Resolve production problems and quality issues through root cause analysis

o Support and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) of Company

o Review SOPs routinely

· Perform other duties as requested

Qualifications

Required Experience, Education and Skills

· Bachelor’s degree in related discipline

· Combination of experience and education will be considered

· Experience in cannabis industry not required, GMP and Food/Safety experience preferred

· Ideally 8-10 years of experience in production or operations management, of teams of more than 20 people

· Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing practices a plus

· Well-versed in production procedures and means to optimize; continuous improvement mentality a plus

· Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment

· Effective time-management skills and the ability to multi-task

· High level of integrity and a strong work ethic

· Strong problem-solving skills, including anticipatory thinking and the ability to work well under pressure while maintaining a calm composure

· Strong interpersonal skills; team player

· Demonstrated ability to work comfortably and effectively within a diverse, multicultural, multigenerational environment

Other Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older to apply

• Must comply with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry

• Extended time sitting, walking, bending, and reaching is possible

• Ability to lift and carry up to 55 pounds for a distance of 100 feet

• Must pass stringent background test requirements of Pennsylvania

Compensation

• $130,000-$150,000 annual salary with additional incentive compensation

Ethos Cannabis is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in the recruitment, selection, or advancement of employees on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, creed, age, religion, marital status, disability, political affiliation, or on any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $130,000.00 to $150,000.00 /year

Experience:

• Lean Manufacturing: 2 years (Preferred)
• GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice): 3 years (Preferred)
• Food Safety: 3 years (Preferred)
• Production/Operations Management: 8 years (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Additional Compensation:

• Bonuses

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Remotely:

• No

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