Manager, Production

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The Production Manager is responsible for overseeing the manufacturing of cannabis flower and infused products, as well as leading a team of Assistant Managers, Production Leads, and Specialists. Products can include dry flower and pre-rolls, infused topicals, tablets, beverages, and more.

This position is based in our Rocky Hill (CTPharma) facility.

• Oversee theoperationalmanagementand business activities of theproductiondepartmentin their assigned facility.
• Motivate production team by providing encouragement, being a servant leader, and giving constructive feedback.
• Responsible for driving theproductiondepartmentto achieve and surpass goals and objectives, that will maximize output and minimize cost resulting in higher profitability.
• Direct and implement SOPs, methods, policies, objectives to advancetheirdepartment, and ensure continuing operations to increase productivity and guarantee regulatory compliance.
• Develop and meet the production schedule of manufactured goods.
• Assist facility leadership in the development and execution ofthe facility production schedule.
• Maintainproductinventory levels based onsales forecast andproductionschedules.
• Ensure quality, safety, GMPs and ISO standards are followed.
• Monitor performance of equipment and machinery in collaboration withthemaintenance team.
• Provide coaching, guidance, and development opportunities Assistant Managers and Leads.
• Operate as an inclusive leader; engage all associates in a manner that supports company strategy and retention.
• Support inventory management of finished products and record batch numbers.
• Ensure that all QC/QA protocols are being followed and maintained.
• Follow and enforce all rules and regulations for food production, health and safety, and additional requirements set by the State and municipality in which we operate.
• Partner with Human Resources to effectively manage thedepartmentworkforce.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• 3+ year experience working in a manufacturing facility or within a commercial cannabis facility.
• 2+ year previous management/supervisory experience in a regulated field that adheres to health and safety policies and procedures required.
• Understands and is comfortable operating within six sigma and continuous improvement processes.
• Strategic visionary with sound technical skills, analytical ability,good judgment, initiative, attention to detail, drive for change, getting organizational support, building ownership and commitment, making though decisions and developing others.
• Proficient in the use of ERP and inventory management software.
• High attention to detail and is goal driven.
• Consistently goes above and beyond to ensure business needs are met.
• Ability to positively motivate and support teammates.
• Must be 21 years of age or older, and able to successfully register with the state’s cannabis commission as an agent.
• Must be able to comply with all laws, regulations, and policies associated with the industry.

• 2 year(s) of management/supervisory experience in the cannabis industry preferred.
• Operations or performance improvement skill sets preferred.
• Previous experience in food production and manufacturing.

Verano Base Pay Range

$72,000 to $99,000

Actual pay is based on experience, qualifications, and location of the role. Roles may be eligible for annual bonus program based on individual and company performance.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Product discounts

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 50 lb. Able to stand for 90% of the time. Comfortable with heights, occasionally ascends/descends a ladder to service the lights, filters, trellis netting and ceiling fans…