Job Description:

Who We AreWe are an inspired team, motivated by the opportunity to lay out the groundwork and establish a new paradigm for cannabis on the East Coast. We are committed to a culture of innovation and compliance within the low-Delta-9 THC cannabis (Hemp) segment, and it is our mission to thrive while proving that benevolence, education, and equality can be instilled in our industry.Our belief that "Nice Things Happen" is felt throughout our branding and company values in the form of lifestyle consumer products. Our products are held to the highest standard, with attention to detail, and transparency, in all aspects of the way we project ourselves - from locally sourced raw ingredients to the placement of our products on customers' the simplest terms, we will achieve our mission in the following steps:Learn, then innovate within the Federally Legal Hemp market.Achieving a Marijuana License in North Carolina.Upon Federal legalization, having a multi-state operating brand.This is a unique opportunity to be at the ground floor of one of the world's fastest growing markets.Role DescriptionThe Operations Manager will be responsible for the structure, organization, and analysis of the day-to-day operations of our facility. This is a full-time on-site role located in Raleigh, NC. The Operations Manager will start out managing, organizing our ERP and CRM software - this includes Pick, Pack, and Ship process flow, will organize the facility layout, manage inventory levels, and author SOPs. They will then graduate into managing production timelines, oversee training of new staff, develop operational policies and procedures, and participate in strategic planning, and quality control measures. Being able to quickly learn new software is a must! Be ready to wear many many hats! This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in the dynamic environment of the cannabis and alternative products industry.ResponsibilitiesOrganizing and managing facility and manufacturing operationsOperatingManaging production printers (for packaging and labels) & Calculating ROI on equipmentCreating Production Schedules and cascading messages to production employees.Managing facility Safety & ProtocolsManaging product compliance throughout the facilityAuthor & Maintain SOPsFacilitating routine inventory countsImprove manufacturing and packaging processesAssist in Sales processes including: Inventory Transfers, Product Returns, Applying Payments to Invoices in ERPFrom time-to-time assisting in production activities if requiredMaintain office supplies and shipping materialsFacilitate weekly EOS meetingsConduct scheduled staff reviews and manage any required disciplinary actionsQualificationsBachelor's degree in business management, engineering, supply chain, operations, logistics or related technical field required.Excellent organizational and communication skillsStrong project management and leadership skillsStrong computer skills and knowledge of using software to help improve operations and analyzing dataStrong knowledge of Google Workspace (Google sheets, docs, and slides).Best practices, trends and emerging technologies. Modern budget practices. Project management principles.Experience managing and optimizing operationsAbility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, and holding many hats. Ready to work in a start-up environment.Experience with quality control measures and inventory managementKnowledge of cannabishemp operations and familiarity with compliance and regulatory requirements is a bonusSalesforce & Dear Systems (Cin7 Core) experience is a bonusPhysical RequirementsAbility to work in an open office environment with the possibility of frequent distraction.Capable of lifting and moving objects up to 50lbScheduleFull time hours; salariedManaging a warehouse that operates 8-10hrs a day, 5 days a weekFlex schedule - ability to adjust schedule when appropriate based on production orders.Other BenefitsEligibility for Long-term Incentive Equity AwardsPTO accrual (2 weeks in the first year)6 Paid HolidaysCompany Performance BonusesProduct Discounts