Packaging Manager

COMPANY OVERVIEW Cresco Labs is one of the largest public, vertically integrated, multistate operators in the cannabis industry. Our portfolio of in-house cultivated and manufactured brands features some of the highest quality, most awarded and most popular cannabis products in America. With dozens of locations nationwide, our owned and operated Sunnyside® dispensaries provide a welcoming, positive, judgement-free place to shop for anyone at any point on their cannabis journey.  Founded in 2013, Cresco Labs’ mission is to normalize and professionalize cannabis through our passionate employees. As stewards of the cannabis industry, our teams are constantly focused on supporting the needs of our fellow colleagues, consumers, customers, and communities alike. With a focus on Social Equity and Educational Development, our SEEDTM initiative ensures that our company reflects the communities in which we serve, ensuring equal opportunity for all to have the knowledge and resources to work in and own businesses in cannabis.  At Cresco Labs, we aim to revolutionize and lead the nation’s cannabis industry with a focus on quality and consistency of product, and to bring legitimacy to the industry with the highest level of integrity and professionalism.  If you’re interested in joining our mission, click the below links to join our team today! MISSION STATEMENT At Cresco, we aim to lead the nation’s cannabis industry with a focus on regulatory compliance, product consistency, and customer satisfaction. Our operations bring legitimacy to the cannabis industry by acting with the highest level of integrity, strictly adhering to regulations, and promoting the clinical efficacy of cannabis. As Cresco grows, we will operate with the same level of professionalism and precision in each new market we move in to. JOB SUMMARY Cresco Labs is seeking a full time Packaging Manager to join our growing facility. As our Packaging Manager, you will oversee the Packaging department to ensure all compliance regulations and requirements are met while also identifying continuous improvement opportunities to optimize efficiency and consistency. This individual will also provide coaching and mentoring to the facility’s Packaging team while synergizing with other cross functional departments to promote behaviors and processes that meet Cresco’s mission of normalizing and professionalizing the cannabis industry.   CORE JOB DUTIES  Responsible for day-to-day operations and performance of the packaging department in accordance with Cresco’s standard operating procedures, while also identifying areas of improvement   Creates compliance labels from MJ Freeway software and works with quality teams to ensure all details are accurate and in compliance with state laws and industry standards; communicates any changes to the team immediately   Recognizes areas of opportunity that improve safety, product quality, food safety, cost, productivity, and employee moral   Works with operations to ensure all KPIs are being met or exceeded; where necessary, identifies gap solves and works to resolve areas of opportunity   Coaches the production team using established performance measures to achieve designated objectives and deliver results to the business   Responsible for managing team member records and ensuring all team member interactions reflect Cresco’s mission and values, coaches appropriately on areas of improvement   Presents KPI targets and results during weekly management meetings with facility director and peers; collaborates cross functionally to find unique areas of continuous improvement     Embraces and promotes a fast-paced work environment while keeping a keen attention to detail throughout all processes   Upholds Cresco’s safety and sanitization standards to provide a clean and secure work environment for everyone   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS  Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Logistics, Operations or another related field preferred.   5+ years’ experience in Packaging, Manufacturing, or Supply Chain leadership   Experience in a highly regulated manufacturing environment preferred; Cannabis experience a plus.   Familiarity with compliance requirements related to cannabis packaging.   Demonstrated success in leading and mentoring large teams   Ability to train, coach, and develop staff while maintaining high performance and morale.   Knowledge of Six Sigma and Lean manufacturing processes preferred   Continuous Improvement – analyze existing business practices for improvements on work flow and efficiencys     Ability to provide clear direction, to manage and track progress and communicate outcomes   Willing and able to work in a fast-paced & changing environment.   Ability to track key performance indicators (KPIs) like throughput, efficiency, waste reduction, and labor costs.   Experience with ERP systems, MJ Freeway, or seed-to-sale tracking software is a plus.   Requires work around plant material, which could include exposure to plant pollen and/or dust.   Requires ability to sit, stand, kneel, and/or do repetitive actions with your hands for long periods of time.    Requires ability to lift up to 50 lbs. to torso level.   In accordance with any local and state compensation laws, the compensation listed is the current estimated range for the position. Final offer details and future compensation may be determined by multiple factors including but not limited to, geographic location, market compensation data, skills, experience, and other relevant factors. For questions about this please discuss with your recruiter during the interview process.  Pay Range $75,000 — $80,000 USD BENEFITS Cresco Labs is proud to offer eligible employees a robust offering of benefits including, major medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(K)-match program, FSA/HSA programs, LTD/STD options, life insurance and AD&D.  We also offe