Cannabis LLC
Post Harvest Optimization Manager Chicago, Illinois, United States
Cannabis LLC, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
The Post-Harvest Optimization Manager
partners across multiple facilities to optimize post-harvest (harvest, dry, shuck and trim) processes. This role is crucial in ensuring that all post-harvest activities are executed with excellence, meeting industry-leading standards while continuously driving improvements. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating, implementing, and monitoring best-in-class standards for post-harvest operations, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and leveraging data-driven insights to optimize performance. This position requires 50% or more travel within domestic USA. Responsibilities
Essential functions: Standard Development & Implementation:
Create and implement comprehensive post-harvest standards based on best-in-class industry practices, ensuring alignment with overall company goals and regulatory requirements. Ensure Facility Accountability:
Oversee the execution of post-harvest standards across several facilities, ensuring consistent adherence to established protocols and best practices. Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure operational compliance. Initiative Support:
Support new post-harvest initiatives, ensuring that processes integrate with innovative cultivation techniques, product testing, and new technology adoption. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Work closely with cultivation resources and operational leadership to drive consistent execution, share best practices, and support cross-functional initiatives to improve post-harvest efficiency and quality. Data Analysis & Reporting:
Analyze key performance metrics (KPIs) across regional facilities, providing actionable insights into trends, gaps, and areas for improvement. Prepare and present regular performance reports for senior management, highlighting successes, opportunities, and challenges. Gap Analysis & Continuous Improvement:
Conduct gap analysis on existing processes and develop strategies for continuous improvement. Implement corrective actions and process enhancements to close performance gaps and optimize throughput. Training & Support:
Provide guidance, training, and technical support to facility teams, ensuring they have the tools and knowledge to meet and exceed performance expectations. Build universal training tools and resources to ensure sites can develop consistent standards. Sustainability & Safety:
Champion sustainability initiatives and safety protocols within the post-harvest process, ensuring practices are environmentally responsible and compliant with health and safety regulations. Safety & Compliance: Be aware of hazards in the workspace. Retain and understand department specific training. Report safety incidents/ concerns and comply with follow-up actions. Be compliant with area safety requirements, state regulations and PPE requirements. Follow GMP, biosecurity, sanitation or other quality and compliance requirements. Perform record keeping accurately and completely as directed by a lead or supervisor. Maintain and calibrate tools, equipment and machinery as directed by a lead or supervisor. Report and escalate safety & quality concerns. Working Conditions
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform reaching, grasping, bending, stooping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Must be able to repetitively climb ladders and/or stairs and work from elevated platforms. Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time while maintaining focus. Must be able to work in an environment that is 85+ degrees and 70% humidity for extended periods. Must be able to work at heights. Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment Work involves daily exposure to allergens (such as cannabis, tree nuts, and coconut oil). Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Agricultural Science, Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related field preferred. 5+ years of experience in post-harvest operations management, ideally in a large-scale agricultural or production environment. Strong knowledge of post-harvest handling, processing techniques, and quality assurance standards. Proven experience in data analysis, KPI development, and gap analysis. Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with R&D, cultivation, and operations teams. Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels. Passion for continuous improvement and innovation, with a focus on operational excellence. Effective time-management skills and ability to multi-task Ability to work well with others while also completing individually assigned tasks. Additional Requirements
Must be at a minimum of 21 years of age. Must possess valid state ID. Must be able to obtain, and maintain, state badging requirements to work in the cannabis industry (requires background check and state review) The pay range is competitive and based on experience, qualifications, and/or location of the role. Positions may be eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program driven by organization and individual performance. Green Thumb Pay Range $95,000 - $120,000 USD Create a Job Alert Interested in building your career at Green Thumb? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email. Apply for this job
* indicates a required field First Name * Last Name * Email * Phone * Location (City) * Resume/CV * Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf What are your compensation expectations for this role? * Are you a former Green Thumb Industries (GTI) or RISE Dispensary employee who has been on the GTI payroll or has been employed by a GTI managed/affiliated business? * Select... If you were referred by a current Green Thumb employee, please specify the full name of the person who referred you below. Please enter only
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name. Do you have any agreements from a prior employer that prohibits or restricts you from working at Green Thumb? * Select... At Green Thumb, we believe in the "and beyond" when it comes to our team. Tell us about a time you acted in the "and beyond" in your job. Will you require Visa sponsorship now or in the future? * Select... Please note that although cannabis is legal under many state laws, it remains illegal under federal law. If you are a lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder), please be aware that employment in a cannabis company may carry immigration-related risks. We strongly encourage you to consult with an immigration attorney before applying or accepting any position. We are sharing this information to allow you to make an informed decision. This notice is provided for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Green Thumb does not inquire about or make employment decisions based on immigration status, except as required by law. Are you authorized to work in the United States? * Select... Please confirm you are over 21 years of age. * Select... Please review and respond to the following statement:By completing this application, I understand and represent:All information entered on this application or during the course of my employment is true and correct. Misrepresentation, omission, or concealment of information requested will be reason for dismissal if I am employed.Unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement, if I receive and accept an offer of employment, my employment is at-will. * Select... Voluntary Demographic Questions
For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below race and gender self-identification survey. Completion of the form is entirely voluntary . Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file. As set forth in Green Thumbs Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law. Although GTI is not a federal contractor and therefore, not under compliance mandates to report on the percentage of its workforce that is comprised of employees with disabilities or Veterans, we provide applicants and employees with a voluntary option to confidentially self-identify as a person with a disability or a Veteran as a part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion. Identifying yourself as a Veteran or individual with a disability is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so. Your answer will be maintained confidentially and not be seen by selecting officials or anyone else involved in making personnel decisions. Completing the form will not negatively impact you in any way, regardless of whether you have self-identified in the past. How would you describe your gender identity? Select... Select... How would you describe your racial/ethnic background? Select... Do you have a disability or chronic condition (physical, visual, auditory, cognitive, mental, emotional, or other) that substantially limits one or more of your major life activities including mobility, communication (seeing, hearing, speaking), learning? Select... Are you a protected veteran or active member of the United States Armed Forces? Select... #J-18808-Ljbffr
partners across multiple facilities to optimize post-harvest (harvest, dry, shuck and trim) processes. This role is crucial in ensuring that all post-harvest activities are executed with excellence, meeting industry-leading standards while continuously driving improvements. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating, implementing, and monitoring best-in-class standards for post-harvest operations, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and leveraging data-driven insights to optimize performance. This position requires 50% or more travel within domestic USA. Responsibilities
Essential functions: Standard Development & Implementation:
Create and implement comprehensive post-harvest standards based on best-in-class industry practices, ensuring alignment with overall company goals and regulatory requirements. Ensure Facility Accountability:
Oversee the execution of post-harvest standards across several facilities, ensuring consistent adherence to established protocols and best practices. Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure operational compliance. Initiative Support:
Support new post-harvest initiatives, ensuring that processes integrate with innovative cultivation techniques, product testing, and new technology adoption. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Work closely with cultivation resources and operational leadership to drive consistent execution, share best practices, and support cross-functional initiatives to improve post-harvest efficiency and quality. Data Analysis & Reporting:
Analyze key performance metrics (KPIs) across regional facilities, providing actionable insights into trends, gaps, and areas for improvement. Prepare and present regular performance reports for senior management, highlighting successes, opportunities, and challenges. Gap Analysis & Continuous Improvement:
Conduct gap analysis on existing processes and develop strategies for continuous improvement. Implement corrective actions and process enhancements to close performance gaps and optimize throughput. Training & Support:
Provide guidance, training, and technical support to facility teams, ensuring they have the tools and knowledge to meet and exceed performance expectations. Build universal training tools and resources to ensure sites can develop consistent standards. Sustainability & Safety:
Champion sustainability initiatives and safety protocols within the post-harvest process, ensuring practices are environmentally responsible and compliant with health and safety regulations. Safety & Compliance: Be aware of hazards in the workspace. Retain and understand department specific training. Report safety incidents/ concerns and comply with follow-up actions. Be compliant with area safety requirements, state regulations and PPE requirements. Follow GMP, biosecurity, sanitation or other quality and compliance requirements. Perform record keeping accurately and completely as directed by a lead or supervisor. Maintain and calibrate tools, equipment and machinery as directed by a lead or supervisor. Report and escalate safety & quality concerns. Working Conditions
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform reaching, grasping, bending, stooping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Must be able to repetitively climb ladders and/or stairs and work from elevated platforms. Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time while maintaining focus. Must be able to work in an environment that is 85+ degrees and 70% humidity for extended periods. Must be able to work at heights. Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment Work involves daily exposure to allergens (such as cannabis, tree nuts, and coconut oil). Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Agricultural Science, Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related field preferred. 5+ years of experience in post-harvest operations management, ideally in a large-scale agricultural or production environment. Strong knowledge of post-harvest handling, processing techniques, and quality assurance standards. Proven experience in data analysis, KPI development, and gap analysis. Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with R&D, cultivation, and operations teams. Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels. Passion for continuous improvement and innovation, with a focus on operational excellence. Effective time-management skills and ability to multi-task Ability to work well with others while also completing individually assigned tasks. Additional Requirements
Must be at a minimum of 21 years of age. Must possess valid state ID. Must be able to obtain, and maintain, state badging requirements to work in the cannabis industry (requires background check and state review) The pay range is competitive and based on experience, qualifications, and/or location of the role. Positions may be eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program driven by organization and individual performance. Green Thumb Pay Range $95,000 - $120,000 USD Create a Job Alert Interested in building your career at Green Thumb? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email. Apply for this job
* indicates a required field First Name * Last Name * Email * Phone * Location (City) * Resume/CV * Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf What are your compensation expectations for this role? * Are you a former Green Thumb Industries (GTI) or RISE Dispensary employee who has been on the GTI payroll or has been employed by a GTI managed/affiliated business? * Select... If you were referred by a current Green Thumb employee, please specify the full name of the person who referred you below. Please enter only
one
name. Do you have any agreements from a prior employer that prohibits or restricts you from working at Green Thumb? * Select... At Green Thumb, we believe in the "and beyond" when it comes to our team. Tell us about a time you acted in the "and beyond" in your job. Will you require Visa sponsorship now or in the future? * Select... Please note that although cannabis is legal under many state laws, it remains illegal under federal law. If you are a lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder), please be aware that employment in a cannabis company may carry immigration-related risks. We strongly encourage you to consult with an immigration attorney before applying or accepting any position. We are sharing this information to allow you to make an informed decision. This notice is provided for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Green Thumb does not inquire about or make employment decisions based on immigration status, except as required by law. Are you authorized to work in the United States? * Select... Please confirm you are over 21 years of age. * Select... Please review and respond to the following statement:By completing this application, I understand and represent:All information entered on this application or during the course of my employment is true and correct. Misrepresentation, omission, or concealment of information requested will be reason for dismissal if I am employed.Unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement, if I receive and accept an offer of employment, my employment is at-will. * Select... Voluntary Demographic Questions
For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below race and gender self-identification survey. Completion of the form is entirely voluntary . Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file. As set forth in Green Thumbs Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law. Although GTI is not a federal contractor and therefore, not under compliance mandates to report on the percentage of its workforce that is comprised of employees with disabilities or Veterans, we provide applicants and employees with a voluntary option to confidentially self-identify as a person with a disability or a Veteran as a part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion. Identifying yourself as a Veteran or individual with a disability is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so. Your answer will be maintained confidentially and not be seen by selecting officials or anyone else involved in making personnel decisions. Completing the form will not negatively impact you in any way, regardless of whether you have self-identified in the past. How would you describe your gender identity? Select... Select... How would you describe your racial/ethnic background? Select... Do you have a disability or chronic condition (physical, visual, auditory, cognitive, mental, emotional, or other) that substantially limits one or more of your major life activities including mobility, communication (seeing, hearing, speaking), learning? Select... Are you a protected veteran or active member of the United States Armed Forces? Select... #J-18808-Ljbffr