Cannabis Director Site Operations Jobs

Job detailsSalary$140,000 - $170,000 a yearJob TypeFull-timeNumber of hires for this role1Qualifications

• • Bachelor's (Preferred)

Full Job Description

One of the Cannabis industry's largest multi-state operators is hiring a Director of Site Operations for their Lansing, MI campus . 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: $140,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Cannabis: 1 year (Required)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No

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Summary: The Director of Facility Operations is responsible for providing operational leadership for all functions relating to the Facility including Extraction, Manufacturing and Distribution. The Director of Facility Operations will also ensure that all obligations to State, Local and Company standards are met, including but not limited to Compliance, Security, Quality and Safety.
Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following activities.

• Strategy – Define and implement the Operations strategy in alignment with the Company and State vision
• Operational Execution – Assume full operational responsibility for the end-to-end chain of custody including all cultivation, extraction, manufacturing and distribution activities
• End-to-End Activity – Plan, organize, direct and manage the optimized day-to-day operations to exceed our customers' expectations and achieve Acreage business objectives
• Compliance – Ensure compliance with all policies and procedures including legal, health, safety, sanitation, environmental processes, quality, and safety in accordance with Company and / or State and Local regulations
• Extraction and Manufacturing – Ensure effective extraction type and output relative to product mix and maximize production throughput to deliver high product quality
• Product Development – Develop and launch new products in coordination with product portfolio management and Research and Development (R&D) and that new products are launched on time in line with agreed timescales
• Distribution – Ensure customers receive on-time deliveries in a cost-efficient manner
• Equipment Capability – Ensure the right equipment capability is in place across the chain of custody, ensuring appropriate commissioning, operating and service maintenance and implement an effective asset register
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) – Ensure company policy, procedures and SOP's are defined and in place and achieved on a consistent basis, taking appropriate action to ensure improvement or remedial action to resolve any non-compliance
• Business Controls – Ensure the definition and implementation of appropriate controls are in place across the chain of custody including but not limited to SOX, Inventory, Financial and Biological controls
• Integrated Business Planning – Implement integrated business planning including demand and supply planning to ensure that the required capacity and capability is in place to meet the anticipated demand
• Financial Management – Work closely with the Regional Financial Controller to build and own the Facility's financial budget for all Operational activity. Define and implement cost controls to achieve the company's budget goals
• Performance KPI's – Develop performance KPI's and implement a continuous improvement culture across all aspects of the operation to course correct, ensure root cause failure analysis and improve performance
• People Leadership – Recruit, lead, manage, develop and coach a high-performance Team
• Critical Relationships – The role will have critical inter-dependencies at the local, regional and national level, including Finance, Compliance, Product Management and Manufacturing and Supply Chain, and will work in collaboration to ensure all objectives are met in the best interests of the Company and the State Entity
• Follow company policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• Educated to Bachelor's Degree Level (Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Agriculture, Business or another relevant field)
• Post-secondary education preferred
• 10+ years senior level experience in Operations / Supply Chain gained within Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) – ideally food, pharmaceutical or similar
• 5+ years senior level experience of leading and operating a large-scale plant / facility
• Experience in the Cannabis industry
• Demonstrable supply chain strategy and execution capability

Additional Qualifications:

• Strategic planner
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements for operating facilities
• Knowledge of organizational and management practices
• Excellent leadership, communication and people management skills
• Sound financial acumen and budget planning, analysis and reporting skills
• Ability to write business reports and undertake presentations
• 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
• Great decision making and judgement skills
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job
• Fully conversant in written and spoken English

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Responsible for driving continuous improvement and optimization of all processes while instilling a positive culture with all employees. Plant output includes both food and non-food cannabis products.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, and run day-to-day operations to exceed customer expectations.
• Drive continuous improvement in production output, product quality, cost, and delivery.
• Develop and implement productivity metrics and performance targets.
• Allocate resources effectively and utilize assets to produce optimal results.
• Monitor operations to ensure compliance with company, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Develop best practices and create Statements of Process (SOPs) to position Form Factory for SQF Level 3
• Recruit, manage, and develop plant staff.
• Ensure plant safety procedures are adhered to.
• Integration and support from management, legal, quality, research and development, production, and sales.
• Develop and support new business and customers.
• Follow company policies and procedures.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 3+ years experience as a plant manager/operations leader

Additional Qualifications:

• B.S. in Business Management, Technical, or related field preferred.
• Food manufacturing experience preferred.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Ability to create accountability and lead by example.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills to motivate and effectively lead a team.
• Strategic, proactive, and strong analytical skills.
• Strong team building, decision-making, and people management skills.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements for operating facilities.
• Knowledge of organizational & management practices and budgeting & accounting principles.
• Excellent, proven interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Word, spreadsheet software and email systems
• Strong planning & proficient budget management skills.

Physical Demands:

• The ability to lift 25 pounds regularly
• The ability to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces
• The ability to wear personal protective gear correctly most of the day

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