Browse 1 cannabis jobs in Midwest, WY in April 2024, at companies like Kiva Confections, including positions such as Operations Manager, Geo Expansion Markets.
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Kiva Confections (www.kivaconfections.com) is a world-class cannabis-infused edibles company in California, the largest cannabis market in the world. Kiva's line includes Kiva Chocolate Bars, Terra Bites, Petra Mints, Lost Farms Gummies & Chews, and Camino Gummies. Our products are crafted from premium ingredients and thoughtfully combined with California cannabis. Since our beginning in 2010, our goal has been to create confections that redefine what a cannabis confection ought to be. By applying art and science, we ensure a deliciously consistent experience.
We have high-reaching growth plans as the legal market and consumer adoption expand. Key growth initiatives include ambitious platform innovation, outstanding marketing, geographic expansion, strategic partnerships, and more. We are resourced for this spectacular growth and looking for great people to help take us to the next level.
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Job Summary*
Kiva's Operations Manager - Midwest will ensure operations landmarks are aligned with Kiva’s business goals in each state and be the liaison between KIVA’s external partners and the business at large. Program run and build process for operations launch of new product lines and new SKUs in markets. Coordinate manufacturing setup and certification with internal and external partners for production in new markets and for new lines in existing markets. Problem tackle roadblocks of current production SOPs for deployment. Conduct weekly, monthly, and quarterly operations reviews - SOPs, batch records, and GMP-related documents such as material specifications, deviation reports. This position will report to the General Manager, Expansion Markets.
As Kiva's Operations Manager, you will...
- Be the primary operations touchpoint for a number of Kiva’s geographic expansion partners, leading weekly syncs, monthly planning meetings, and quarterly reviews.
- Be directly responsible for leading and driving all product launches & ongoing production efforts for multiple partners to deliver balanced results that meet the companies business plan.
- Work in conjunction with our partners to guarantee all Kiva products are in compliance with each state’s cannabis regulations.
- Align, coordinate and lead supply chain strategies for partners to deliver against forecasts.
- Lead all state-specific operations conversations with internal partners including Geo GM, Tech Transfer, FSQA, Procurement, Business Development, and Marketing to ensure all state-specific operational goals are met and rolled out in market
- Develop and implement process improvements and problem-solving existing operational limitations in existing markets
What we're looking for...
- Bachelor's degree required (Engineering or other technical degree preferred)
- Minimum 5 years of direct hands-on experience in operations/productions, preferably in cannabis, food, or pharmaceutical manufacturing
- Willing to travel to manufacturing sites across the U.S.
- Experience as a project manager, or confirmed ability to lead, prioritize, and deliver multiple large cross-functional projects on time
- Must be detail and performance oriented, high level of accuracy, excellent social skills!
- You are analytical, organizational, interpersonal, communication, presentation, mentor, and leadership skills!
- Have a good understanding of manufacturing methods, techniques, and related equipment a plus
Kiva Confections provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Job Type: Full-time
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