Facilities Manager - Forest Park

Socket.dev; Forest Park (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Mint Cannabis is seeking a Facilities Manager to oversee our Illinois production facility at 7550 Industrial Dr, Forest Park. You will lead cross-functional teams across cultivation, manufacturing, and facility operations to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient workflows that meet yield and quality goals.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong knowledge of GMP, OSHA, and cannabis regulations, plus experience in managing budgets, maintenance, and vendor relationships.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a facilities manager in manufacturing or cannabis environments.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional team management.
• Experience with GMP, OSHA, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor production teams to achieve operational goals.
• Oversee daily production activities, ensuring quality, compliance, and efficiency.
• Manage facility systems, maintenance, and environmental controls.
• Coordinate with vendors for maintenance and services.
• Establish production KPIs and drive yield improvement.
• Maintain records of inspections and logs.

Skills

Leadership

Data tracking

Communication

Problem solving

Training and supervision

Compliance knowledge

Education

OSHA safety certification

Manufacturing management certification

Cannabis production knowledge

Job description

Facilities Manager

Reports to: VP of Procurement & Wholesale
FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: Production
Location: 7550 Industrial Dr, Forest Park, IL 60130
Pay Range: $70,000 - $80,000

Position Summary:

The Facilities Manager oversees daily operations within Mint Cannabis’ Illinois production facility, ensuring efficient workflows, safety compliance, and product quality. This role leads cross-functional teams in cultivation, manufacturing, and facility operations while maintaining strict adherence to state cannabis regulations, OSHA, and GMP standards. The facilities manager drives performance across people, processes, and production infrastructure to achieve company goals for yield, quality, and compliance.

Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead and mentor production teams to achieve operational goals.
• Train and supervise technicians and staff to ensure adherence to SOPs, safety protocols, and company policies.
• Assign daily tasks, oversee work quality, and foster a culture of accountability and collaboration.
• Partner with HR and department leaders on staffing, scheduling, and professional development initiatives.
  

Production & Facility Operations

• Oversee daily production activities, ensuring adherence to quality, compliance, and efficiency standards.
• Manage facility systems, including equipment maintenance, repairs, and environmental controls.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, and maintenance logs.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors for maintenance, materials, and outsourced services.
• Establish and meet production KPIs, including throughput, quality control, and yield improvement.
• Implement Just-In-Time inventory practices and manage materials, packaging, and finished goods.

Compliance & Safety Management

• Ensure full compliance with all state and local cannabis regulations.
• Maintain GMP, OSHA, HIPAA, and environmental health and safety standards.
• Conduct routine inspections to identify hazards and enforce safety protocols and PPE use.
• Manage facility security, including surveillance, recordkeeping, and product tracking.
• Collaborate with compliance and legal teams to maintain audit readiness and accurate reporting.
• METRC and Dutchie experience

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with corporate teams in Compliance.
• Support quality management to uphold vendor standards and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Partner with cultivation and production leads to optimize throughput, yields, and cost efficiency.
• Assist state and local regulators during inspections and audits.
  

Financial & Strategic Management

• Manage department budgets, control expenses, and plan for capital improvements.
• Monitor financial and operational performance to ensure profitability and efficiency.
• Develop and implement long-term strategies for productivity, sustainability, and growth.
  

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a facilities manager or similar leadership role in manufacturing, food production, or cannabis environments.
• Strong understanding of facility systems, operations, and industrial equipment maintenance.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and meet performance goals.
• Proficient in data tracking, process improvement, and reporting systems.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Must be 21 years of age or older and able to obtain and maintain an Illinois Facility Agent Card.

Education and Certifications:

• Additional certifications in manufacturing management, OSHA safety, or cannabis production are a plus.
  

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand, walk, and move throughout the facility for extended periods.
• Occasional lifting, bending, or moving materials up to 50 pounds.
  Ability to work in varying environmental conditions, including temperature-controlled production areas.
  

Work Environment:

• Work is primarily performed within a production setting.
• Exposure to noise, humidity, and odors typical of cannabis processing environments.
• Frequent interaction with cross-functional teams and vendors.

Mint Cannabis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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