General Manager

Job Description

Description

Aeriz Holdings Corp., a multi-state, award-winning leader in the cannabis industry is hiring a General Manager in Riverbank, CA.

With cannabis operations in Chicago, IL; Anna, IL; Phoenix, AZ; Riverbank, CA; and Humboldt County, CA, Aeriz is the largest aeroponic cannabis cultivator in North America and has over $140 Million in Revenue and exceptional leadership.

The General Manager will be responsible for a 325,000 sq foot indoor aeroponic cannabis cultivation facility with an extraction lab and approximately 250 employees in Riverbank, California.

We are seeking a hands-on GM with strong management, and production experience for mid to large sized companies, preferably in the wine and spirits, food manufacturing, or other CPG manufacturing industries. The GM will lead and drive all aspects of Aeriz cannabis operations in Riverbank.

Responsibilities

Hire and manage a team of approximately 250 people in cultivation, processing, extraction, edibles manufacturing, warehousing, packaging, facilities management and distribution.

Ensure Aeriz products are produced in a safe environment for our employees while adhering to all governmental regulations.

Responsible for product safety. Develop and enforce proper product and work-in-process tracking, movement, product security and compliance with State and Federal Regulations.

Work closely with Director of Cultivation to implement best practices, drive continuous improvement and ensure SOPs are followed in daily production processes.

Lead and drive effective efficiency improvement initiatives in processing, packaging, and warehousing.

Work closely with the wholesale sales team to manage customer product supply.

Lead and drive lean operations, quality improvement, and capacity expansion initiatives in the processing, warehousing, and packaging portions of the operations.

Work closely with Facilities to implement facility modifications and upgrades required for efficient production capacity

Identify, lead, and develop talent to maximize individual, team, and organizational effectiveness to meet company goals.

Instill a production mindset in the culture.

Participate in Aeriz innovation programs and in new product development and implementation.

Qualifications

Proven experience and success in manufacturing management for a mid to large sized consumer goods manufacturing company with strong attention to detail, organization skills, and excellent communication skills to all parts of the organization.

A minimum of 7-10 years of proven Manufacturing Management and leadership experience within the consumer product goods manufacturing (CPG) / wine / spirits / beverage / electronics / cannabis / food / pharmacy industry industry required.

Bachelors’ degree in a manufacturing operations related discipline. Degrees in other disciplines in conjunction with suitable experience and accomplishment will be considered.

Inherently sound human resource values and problem resolution skills in combination with a history of strong leadership skills and talent development of those, directly and indirectly, reporting to this person.

Demonstrated success in leading manufacturing operations to achieve improved performance and profitability.

Possess the financial acumen to manage, measure, and improve operations effectiveness and profitability.

Demonstrated accomplishment in continuous improvement, with leading Lean Six Sigma and other manufacturing improvement initiatives highly preferred.

Demonstrated knowledge of managing and improving food safety, employee safety, quality, and packaging for consumers.

Strong written and communication skills with the ability to interact with every level of the organization.

Ability to manage detailed processes consistently and ensure compliance with state regulations.

Proven ability to hire and develop a solid, cohesive management team to manage each functional area of the business.

Ability to negotiate and handle public relations.

Broad financial management and strategic management skills.

Ability to work with all levels of management and employees and motivate them to high performance.

Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions.

Department oversight will include:

Grow operations

Harvest, cure and trim operations

Extract lab operations

Packaging

Product Development

Inventory management

Purchasing and Supply Chain Management

Delivery operations

Interface with sales force and sales force management

Administrative functions – finance and human resources

Maintenance functions

Safety processes and procedures

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off and paid holidays

Casual dress code

Full-time