Director of Operations

Vireo Health•Otsego, MN

42d

About The Position

We are seeking a Director of Operations that is responsible for overseeing all aspects of production including cultivation, lab, and packaging. This individual is responsible for ensuring constant collaboration and coordination between Cultivation, Production, and Sales, and ensuring the business is responding appropriately to market needs. This position reports into the Head of State for Minnesota.

Requirements

5+ years cannabis adult use industry work experience required
5+ years leading and managing a cross functional team
Strong quantitative skill set
Adapt to rapidly changing environment
Ability to use multiple software platforms and potentially develop personal tools
Experience working with sales teams
Ability to develop strategic plans
Experience with conflict management
Familiar with multitiered supply chain
Experience with machine automation
Bachelor's degree
Excellent communication skills

Nice To Haves

MBA degree is preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations of two manufacturing facilities, including cultivation, flower packaging, distribution, warehousing, security, and quality departments.
Ensure safe operations across all sites, championing compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards.
Drive consistent product quality by maintaining and improving quality assurance programs and site-level quality metrics.
Ensure products are delivered on time and in full, coordinating production, inventory, and distribution schedules to meet market demands.
Manage operational costs, monitor facility budgets, and implement cost-control measures without compromising safety, quality, or delivery.
Lead and develop cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of servant leadership, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Build and execute capacity models for labor and equipment to support scaling needs and future growth.
Partner with sales and retail leadership to align production planning with customer demand and market trends.
Support innovation by implementing new technologies, optimizing workflows, and driving efficiency improvements across all departments.
Collaborate with HR to address employee concerns, promote engagement, and support professional development.
Uphold SQDCT principles (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Teamwork) as the framework for all operational decision-making