Packaging Manager

Cresco Labs•Brookville, PA

7d•$75,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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.
Must be 21 years of age or older to apply
Must comply with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without the need for current or future sponsorship at any time.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Six Sigma and Lean manufacturing processes preferred
Experience with ERP systems, MJ Freeway, or seed-to-sale tracking software is a plus.

Responsibilities

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