Sr. Manufacturing Manager

Jeeter - a DreamFields Brand; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the cannabis sector is seeking a Sr. Manufacturing Manager to oversee production operations across multiple value streams. This role is crucial for ensuring that production aligns with company goals while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance. The successful candidate will lead continuous improvement initiatives, manage risks, and coordinate cross-functional teams. With a commitment to innovation and employee engagement, this company offers a dynamic work environment where your leadership will significantly impact the growth and success of the organization. If you are passionate about manufacturing excellence and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in production management, preferably in cannabis.
• Strong business acumen and expertise in Lean manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversees production teams and ensures alignment with operational goals.
• Implements Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to drive performance.

Skills

Production Management

Continuous Improvement

Lean Manufacturing

Value Stream Mapping

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

ERP Systems

METRC Software

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, or Operations

Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt or higher

OSHA 30 Certification

Tools

METRC Software

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

ERP Systems

Job description

Jeeter - a DreamFields Brand provided pay range

This range is provided by Jeeter - a DreamFields Brand. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

Job Title: Sr. Manufacturing Manager

Department: Production

Reports to: Regional General Manager

Effective Date: 11/4/2024

Company Overview: DreamFields is one of the top 5 cannabis companies in the industry through our leading #1 pre-roll brand, Jeeter. The company is very passionate about producing world-class marketing, high-quality innovative products, delivering unprecedented customer experiences, having cutting-edge operations, and curating an amazing company culture & thriving work environment. With over 1500+ employees, we are proud to be one of the most loved employers in the industry. The company continues to experience exponential month-over-month growth as one of the fastest-growing companies in the cannabis industry, and we have begun our aggressive national expansion to all the legalized cannabis states in the USA.

Job Summary: The Sr. Manufacturing Manager is responsible for overseeing and optimizing production operations across multiple value streams, ensuring alignment with company goals. This individual manages production activities, leads continuous improvement initiatives, and balances immediate productivity with long-term value stream health. The role includes managing risks, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring the production of high-quality cannabis products. The Sr. Manufacturing Manager will also collaborate with other departments to meet the company's financial and operational objectives.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Oversees production teams across multiple shifts, ensuring alignment with operational goals and KPIs.
• Manages risks, resolves issues, and coordinates work between teams across the value stream.
• Leads a culture of continuous improvement and sustainability, focused on associate engagement, safety, and high performance.
• Directly supervises Production Supervisors responsible for achieving key performance metrics, safety, quality, and productivity.
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders (e.g., Quality, Compliance, Supply Chain, Finance) to ensure all value stream objectives are met.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Manages and monitors value stream metrics for process health, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing best practices.
• Ensures production operations comply with all company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams, including compliance, quality, packaging, warehousing, and distribution, to meet operational goals.
• Enforces proper machine maintenance, adhering to OEE requirements and safety standards.
• Ensures the production floor meets cleanliness, sanitation, and PPE requirements.
• Implements and enforces workflow policies that optimize efficiency without compromising safety or product quality.
• Prepares and submits operational reports, identifying trends and proposing improvements.
• Oversees the implementation of Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies to drive performance.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong business acumen with a proven track record in production management, continuous improvement, and operations.
• Expertise in value stream mapping and leading Lean manufacturing processes.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to build and manage diverse teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and ERP systems.
• Knowledge of METRC software preferred.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in production management, preferably in cannabis or another regulated industry.
• 3+ years of direct supervisory experience, managing large teams (100+ employees) across multiple shifts.
• Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt or higher.
• OSHA 30 Certified.
• Proven experience in managing complex value streams and implementing process improvements.

EEOC: DreamFields is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Manufacturing