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 Operations Manager is responsible for the operational activities of multiple cross-functional departments within the facility. More specifically, this position is directly responsible for the sites Processing, Laboratory, Extraction, Food Production, and Packaging departments.

The Operations Manager will report directly into the Facility Director and be directly accountable for driving consistent delivery of cross-departmental goals through key metrics such as schedule adherence and cycle time and promoting a culture of continuous improvement where employees and staff are empowered to elicit changes improving the company’s bottom line.

CORE JOB DUTIES 

• Improves efficiency of operations by driving key cross-functional KPIs
• Lead operational management teams by making data driven decisions that maximize Cresco’s shareholder value through support of financial latest estimates (LE), ensuring compliance to the corporate COE initiatives, and driving cross-departmental efficiencies
• Partners with corporate counterparts in S&OP, Quality, Security, Safety, HR, and Compliance to ensure facilities are maintained to state regulatory, OSHA, and Cresco quality and HR standards
• Evaluates and implements new strategies to improve the efficiencies between Operations and Supply Chain, Sales, IT, HR & S&OP
• Leads meetings with the management team to discuss supply/demand, new projects, and upcoming information
• Report and share information with the VP of Operations, and S&OP to ensure they are kept fully informed on the condition of the organization and important factors influencing the operations
• Manages the overall welfare of the team through training, coaching, and leading by example:
• Address company policy violations and work in conjunction with HR and direct managers to administer disciplinary action
• Approve/deny internal costs and reimbursements
• Actively seeks out opportunities to train employees on new technology/industry trends

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS  

• Associates or bachelor’s degree in Operations, Supply Chain, Business Management, or related field; Master’s degree, a plus
• Minimum of 3 years in Management with experience running large, complex cross-functional organizations
• Experience in a warehouse setting, production line environment, GMP/SQF/OSHA/ISO; cannabis industry experience, a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to provide clear direction, to manage and track progress, and communicate outcomes
• Experience leading an organization in a highly regulated environment
• Effective solutions-based attitude and team-focused management style
• Strong ability to multitask and work through constant interruption in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable in a start-up environment- willingness and interest to roll up sleeves
• Proven experience in creating systems and processes
• Proficient in all Office Suites (Google, Microsoft Office) and ability to learn seed-to-sale tracking system

BENEFITS

Cresco Labs is proud to offer eligible employees a robust offering of benefits including, major medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(K)-match program, FSA/HSA programs, LTD/STD options, life insurance and AD&D.  We also offer eligible employees paid holidays and paid time off.  Other rewards may include annual discretionary bonuses, stock options as well as participation in our employee discount program. Benefits eligibility for permanent positions may vary by full-time or part-time roles, location, or position.

COMPENSATION

In accordance with any local and state compensation laws, the estimated yearly compensation is $110.000,00 + bonus eligible. Final offer details and future compensation may be determined by multiple factors including but not limited to, geographic location, market compensation data, skills, experience and other relevant factors. For questions about this please discuss with your recruiter during the interview process.

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.