Manufacturing Operations Director

6 days ago


West Haven, Connecticut, United States Green Thumb Industries INC Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a seasoned General Manager to lead our manufacturing operations in West Haven, Connecticut. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our plant operations, including cultivation, processing, packaging, maintenance, quality, and logistics/fulfillment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement strategic plans to drive facility growth and efficiency
  • Manage facility activities, working closely with departmental managers to achieve wholesale objectives on time and budget
  • Own the facility budget, analyzing data to identify opportunities for quality and efficiency improvements
  • Develop and produce reporting to illustrate business trends
  • Foster a company culture of accountability, transparency, and enjoyment
  • Participate in developing and implementing rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to advance our mission, vision, goals, and objectives
  • Improve employee skills, knowledge, and morale, creating an environment where the entire team thrives
  • Implement and maintain a wholesale facility and equipment preventative maintenance program
  • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
  • Be on-call and respond to emergency situations, including scheduling issues, facility problems, and human resources requirements
Working Conditions
  • Work involves daily exposure to allergens, such as cannabis, tree nuts, and coconut oil
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Business required; MBA or similar preferred
  • 10+ years of management experience in a manufacturing environment, with direct management of 100+ individuals required
  • Consumer Packaged Goods experience required
  • In-depth knowledge and understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, certifications a plus
  • Exposure to horticulture and/or plant science and/or lab processing, a plus
  • Strong commercial and financial acumen, with experience managing a P&L required
  • Can-do attitude and ability to adapt quickly, with previous operational experience in a growth environment preferred
  • Highly motivated, self-directed, innovative, and able to work independently or among teams with keen judgment, common sense, and resourcefulness
  • Adapts and thrives in a demanding, fast-paced environment
  • Possesses a high level of critical thinking
  • Operates with a high level of professionalism and integrity, including dealing with confidential information
  • Must understand and comply with the rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of Green Thumb
  • Must have a solid understanding of the Cannabis laws, rules, and regulations and passion to further their understanding and knowledge of the industry and the laws
Additional Requirements
  • Must pass any and all required background checks
  • Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry
  • Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
  • Must be approved by state badging agency to work in the cannabis industry


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