General Manager, Manufacturing

Green Thumb Industries

West Haven, CT, United States
On-site
Plant operations management
Manufacturing environment experience
Budget and p&l management
Green Thumb is seeking a General Manager to direct daily processes and long-term targets for their West Haven, CT manufacturing facility, ensuring all operations meet safety, compliance, efficiency, productivity, and cultural standards

Job Summary

  • Green Thumb is seeking a General Manager to direct daily processes and long-term targets for their West Haven, CT manufacturing facility, ensuring all operations meet safety, compliance, efficiency, productivity, and cultural standards.
  • The role involves strategic planning, budget ownership, data analysis, team development, and maintaining compliance with local, state, and federal regulations in a fast-growing consumer packaged goods environment.
  • The company culture emphasizes accountability, transparency, and enjoyment, and the General Manager will be expected to foster continuous improvement and respond to emergency situations as needed.

Matching Summary

Green Thumb is seeking a General Manager to direct daily processes and long-term targets for their West Haven, CT manufacturing facility, ensuring all operations meet safety, compliance, efficiency, productivity, and cultural standards.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • plant operations management
  • manufacturing environment experience
  • budget and P&L management
  • compliance with cannabis regulations
  • team leadership and development
  • safety and quality assurance
  • facility maintenance and logistics

Nice-to-have

  • Lean and Six Sigma knowledge
  • horticulture or plant science exposure
  • adaptability in fast-paced growth environment
  • high level of professionalism and integrity
  • innovative and self-directed work style
  • critical thinking skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Business
  • MBA or similar preferred
  • 10+ years management experience in manufacturing
  • Direct management of 100+ individuals
  • Consumer Packaged Goods experience
  • Must pass background checks
  • Minimum 21 years of age
  • State badging agency approval for cannabis work

Work Rights

Must be approved by state badging agency to work in cannabis industry

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