Trimming Manager

About the role

This position is responsible for overseeing all operations in the trimming department.

Responsibilities

• Create schedule for trimming, machine trimming of flower or smalls, quality control, and packing of finished goods.
• Ensure Supervisors follow the workplan and communicate adjustments.
• Schedule with distribution for availability of trucks for delivery of product and materials.
• Manage labor associated with each job and oversee costs of labor and materials.
• Report back to the growing team for any quality issues.
• Ensure lab samples are prepared to be sent out with the Processing Inventory Team.
• Continuously work on improvements and efficiencies of processes and equipment for ergonomics, overall performance, and quality of product.
• Set climate specs for cannabis inventory.
• Set incentive pay goals for trimmers and report actual bonus pay.
• Approve schedules for Supervisors and Leads.
• Create quality specs for every job in the department.
• Cover for Supervisors, if needed.
• Oversee that Supervisors communicate from one shift to another.
• Manage accuracy of data and report any issues to the finance team.
• Maintain communication with Inventory to ensure there is enough product to work on.
• Ensure the product has a proper cure.
• Give Sales updates on product quality and offer a heads-up for any lower quality product.
• Create a safe work environment to avoid injuries to employees and report any issues to Director of Safety.
• Follow up with maintenance to resolve any issues with equipment.
• Report any issues with employees to the HR department.
• Create and update SOPs as needed.
• Rotate with other managers for weekend coverage.
• Communicate with other managers when they cover your area.
• Drive the department for continuous improvement.
• Cover two shifts on a rotation, as needed, between day and night to fully support staff.

Requirements

• Prior cannabis or management experience, mandatory.
• Experience using Microsoft Office programs required.
• High school graduate or college/university education preferred.
• Must be 21+ years of age.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Able to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• This position requires a 40-hour minimum work week.
• Must be able to write and communicate effectively with the entire team.