Senior Plant Operations Leader

Green Thumb Industries (GTI); West Haven (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Green Thumb Industries (GTI) is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead our production team in West Haven, CT. You will coordinate with on‑the‑ground leadership to direct daily processes and long‑term targets of our production facility in West Haven, CT, focusing on safety, compliance, efficiency, productivity and culture.

The role is hands‑on on the plant floor and requires working closely with GTI Headquarters to ensure product quality and inventory integrity as the company grows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business preferred.
• 5+ years of management experience in manufacturing.
• Direct management of 30+ individuals in a manufacturing setting.
• Lean, Six Sigma knowledge; certifications a plus.
• Exposure to horticulture or lab processing a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee strategic planning and vision for facility operations (processing, packaging, maintenance, quality, logistics).
• Manage facility activities with department heads to meet wholesale objectives on time and budget.
• Partner with General Manager on budgeting and data analysis to improve quality and efficiency.
• Develop and produce reporting to illustrate business trends.
• Maintain GTI culture of accountability, transparency and teamwork.
• Help implement rules, policies, and procedures to advance GTI’s goals.
• Develop skills and morale of all employees; foster a collaborative environment.
• Maintain preventative maintenance on facility and equipment; adjust as needed.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Be on-call for emergencies, scheduling or HR issues as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Lean Six Sigma

Plant floor ops

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Business

Job description

Green Thumb Industries (GTI) is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead our production team in West Haven, CT. You will coordinate with on‑the‑ground leadership to direct daily processes and long‑term targets of our production facility in West Haven, CT, focusing on safety, compliance, efficiency, productivity and culture.

The role is hands‑on on the plant floor and requires working closely with GTI Headquarters to ensure product quality and inventory integrity as the company grows.