Manufacturing Manager

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Requisition ID:

21554

Remote Work Available:

No

Job Title:

Manufacturing Manager Reports to:

Production Plant Manager Department:

Processing FLSA Status:

Exempt, Salary Location:

Ironton, Ohio

POSITION SUMMARY The Manufacturing Manager is responsible for managing all daily operations of the processing side of the site, including Oil Production and Flower Production. The Manufacturing Manager will be responsible for the Safety, Quality, and Productivity of all production employees, lines, and output of product over multiple shifts. The Manufacturing Manager is responsible for implementing and maintaining internal policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all state and local regulations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Accountable for all manufacturing operations including the safety, quality, production efficiency, on-time delivery, customer service, and financial performance of the plant

Work closely with National Manufacturing leadership, state director and local supply chain to plan and coordinate production and implement corporate goals and policies

Continuously place importance in the organizational goals and visions in relation to:

Safety and security of employees and product

Compliance to all policies, regulations, and laws set forth by the city, county and state as required to ensure security of the operating license

Quality of product and packaging

On-time delivery and customer service

Cultivation of leadership values and support of plant personnel

Process Performance

Audits (State and city, Quality, Safety, Environment, and Compliance)

Coordinate with the Product Commercialization, Supply Chain, Engineering and Marketing to ensure the success of new product implementation

Facilitate the implementation and execution of Quality, Safety and Compliance initiatives as they pertain to manufacturing

Visit the plant floor to support the operations supervisors and manufacturing supervisors to coordinate and monitor production, direct the resolution of production delays, and oversee other production related issues

Assist in the development of state level manufacturing budgets and financial reporting

Champion short- term projects and support continuous improvement processes to achieve operational excellence and to meet internal or external customer expectations.

Serve as a leader that is hands on within the operation

Work closely with Human Resources to create, support and maintain an engaged and team-oriented workforce to meet business demands

Participate in ongoing education and professional development opportunities

Reporting on departments progress and performance towards KPI’s

May create, revise and edit SOP’s as needed

Additional duties as assigned by manufacturing leadership

QUALIFICATIONS Production management in the food/beverage or pharmaceutical industry desired

4+ years of experience with direct reports

2+ years of experience with production manager title, or 6+ years of experience as high-level production supervisor

Proficient in Microsoft Suite

Highly proficient in excel

Good interpersonal skills and proven ability to positively influence people; must be capable of effectively interacting at all levels in the organization.

Detail oriented with an eye on process optimization.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, to manage high stress situations, and to be flexible and adaptable when a situation requires it.

Excellent communication skills and leadership both verbally and through written media

Must be able to handle constructive criticism and guidance and offer the same to others in the department.

Ability to articulate job goals in a manner they’re completed effectively the first time.

ADDITIONAL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High School Diploma or equivalent

Must be a minimum of 21 years of age (or a minimum of 18 years of age in CT, PA and WV)

Must have a valid driver’s license

Must be able to pass comprehensive background screening

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Must have the ability to push, pull, or lift a minimum of 50 pounds if relevant to job duties listed above.

Through extended periods, must be capable of sitting, squatting, standing, kneeling, bending, or walking throughout the workday. Must be capable of working in front of a computer for extended periods of time based on job duties listed above.

Environmental Requirements and Exposure, depending on work location:

Exposure to fertilizer, dusts, odors, high heat, low temperature, high and low humidity, high noise levels, vibrations, water, dry salts, allergens, pollen, dust, plant pathogens, other volatile organic compounds, and other environmental variables.

Salary will be commensurate with experience. A comprehensive benefits package including paid time off is offered with this position. Trulieve provides equal employment opportunities to all employees 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, pregnancy or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.