Production Manager

About the role

The Production Manager leads two or more of Gen V Labs' core production sub departments and is accountable for the people, processes, and output that keep each running safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all applicable regulations. We're looking for a highly motivated, organized leader who puts safety, quality, and efficiency first in every decision.

Responsibilities

• Champion employee safety, consumer safety, and product quality as top priorities in every department decision and daily operation.
• Comply with all required/relevant regulatory and compliance standards (state cannabis regulations, OSHA, GMP, etc.).
• Monitor and audit accurate, timely completion of production compliance documentation across each area.
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized work areas with efficient storage of materials.
• Build, lead, and develop each department's production teams.
• Own the full hiring process for direct reports — interview, select, and onboard new employees.
• Assign daily tasks and production priorities across two or more sub departments, keeping teams motivated, focused, and accountable.
• Evaluate employee performance, conduct reviews, and coach team members to support their growth.
• Review payroll weekly for direct reports and enforce the attendance policy.
• Manage and resolve team conflict; foster a positive, respectful, and collaborative culture.
• Execute production schedules for each department on time and to specification.
• Lead using Lean/Six Sigma principles to drive continuous improvement, reduce waste, and standardize work across two or more sub departments.
• Create batching sheets for blending; create and review Acumatica POs for accuracy.
• Verify all production paperwork for accuracy and timely recording.
• Track daily/weekly output and review results with the team; identify root causes of downtime and lead corrective action.
• Develop, maintain, and distribute Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for two or more sub departments.
• Serve as the technical expert for the production equipment and processes.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and escalate to maintenance as needed; fill in on the line when necessary to keep production moving.
• Monitor packaging and raw material inventory, notifying the Inventory Manager when supplies run low.
• Support all movement of materials and finished goods to and from production; assist the Inventory Manager with cycle counts as needed.
• Support new product launch, development, and evaluation in partnership with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a supervisory role with direct reports
• 2+ years working in manufacturing (food/beverage preferred)
• 1+ years production planning, inventory management, or similar
• Experience with process improvement projects and Lean/Six-Sigma principals
• Working knowledge of regulatory and compliance standards (OSHA, GMP, HACCP, ISO, etc.)
• Highly organized, with strong written and verbal communication skills and a proven ability to manage competing priorities
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop cross-functional production teams
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Suite, Google Workspace, and an ERP system
• Willing to work standard business hours with occasional evenings/weekends as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• 4+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, ideally spanning multiple production lines or sub departments
• Strong technical aptitude with hands-on equipment troubleshooting experience
• Working knowledge of GMP, SQF, GFSI, or other food/manufacturing quality systems
• Proficiency with an ERP system such as Acumatica, SAP, or NetSuite
• Experience with budget management, capital projects, or P&L responsibility

Work Environment

Physical Exertion: Moderate Work — Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently to move objects. Work may include loading and unloading cases of product, setting up product displays, and lifting, lowering, and moving product and/or materials.

Environmental Conditions: Indoor Work — Indoor environments may include exposure to temperature variations, such as unheated or non-air-conditioned areas.

Travel: No Regular Travel — This position does not require regular travel.