Production Manager

JOB SUMMARY

CORE JOB DUTIES

Operational Management:

• Responsible for management of Supervisors, Leads, and Agents in the harvest, packaging, and processing departments. Delegate tasks, manage schedules, payroll, performance evaluations and corrective actions.
• Serve as a role model and resource for production staff regarding product knowledge, industry updates, and policy adherence.
• Oversee setup and transition of workstations, ensuring smooth operations for staff and efficient task execution.
• Monitor and report data on production metrics, inventory levels, and efficiency to the Operations Manager.
• Coordinate with upper management on critical updates, resources, and operational improvements.
• Engage with line-level employees, Supervisors, and Leads to implement process improvements to enhance safety, product quality, food safety, and employee morale.
• Assist the Operations Manager in management of department budget

Quality & Compliance:

• Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with State and Cresco Labs standards, including employee, material, and crop records.
• Collaborate with quality teams to maintain labeling accuracy, inventory compliance, and other regulatory requirements.
• Conduct quarterly and annual reviews of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and update processes in alignment with regulatory changes.
• Manage raw and bulk materials, ensuring accurate inventory levels to support production demands.
• Coordinate with the Supply Chain and Maintenance Manager for supply line management, maintenance scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Monitor safety protocols and address potential hazards promptly, promoting a safe work environment maintaining work areas in accordance with relevant regulations and safety codes according to the GMP program.
• Work with the Master Scheduler to optimize inbound/outbound transfers, maintaining cost-effective and timely routes. Plan and coordinate daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules to meet timelines and production targets.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS

• 3-5 years of management experience in a large-scale agriculture or production facility.
• Knowledge of production, manufacturing processes, and plant cultivation operations.
• Knowledge of Florida cannabis regulations.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to provide clear direction in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in computer skills, including Excel, database management, and other Windows-based software.
• Critical-thinking, problem-solving, and planning skills, with a high attention to detail.
• Effective time-management skills, with the ability to multitask and adapt in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to perform tasks requiring prolonged standing, sitting, kneeling, and repetitive hand movements.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs. and comfortable working in an environment with exposure to dust and pollen.

BENEFITS

Cresco Labs is one of the largest public, vertically integrated, multistate operators in the cannabis industry. Our portfolio of in-house cultivated and manufactured brands features some of the highest quality, most awarded and most popular cannabis products in America. With dozens of locations nationwide, our owned and operated Sunnyside® dispensaries provide a welcoming, positive, judgement-free place to shop for anyone at any point on their cannabis journey. Founded in 2013, Cresco Labs’ mission is to normalize and professionalize cannabis through our passionate employees. As stewards of the cannabis industry, our teams are constantly focused on supporting the needs of our fellow colleagues, consumers, customers, and communities alike. With a focus on Social Equity and Educational Development, our SEED initiative ensures that our company reflects the communities in which we serve, ensuring equal opportunity for all in cannabis. At Cresco Labs, we aim to revolutionize and lead the nation’s cannabis industry with a focus on quality and consistency of product, and to bring legitimacy to the industry with the highest level of integrity and professionalism.