Job Description
Who We Are :
BeLeaf Medical is one of Missouri’s leading, vertically integrated cannabis companies, consisting of Swade Dispensaries and Sinse Cannabis. With our years of experience, we can grow, package, and deliver the best cannabis flower and manufactured/infused products to market in Missouri, meeting the high standards of discerning customers who appreciate cannabis in all its forms.
Description :
The Post-Processing Manager leads and optimizes our post-harvest operations, including drying, curing, & all downstream automation, including de-stemming, trimming, packaging. This role is critical in ensuring product quality, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Duties and Responsibilities :
- Oversee all post-harvest activities, ensuring adherence to quality standards, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance, including, but not limited to destem/bucking, automated trimming, automated pre-roll production, & automated packaging.
- Hire, lead, train, and manage post-harvest staff to maintain high performance and morale.
- Aid in the refinement of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for post-harvest processes.
- Track inventory for all equipment, consumables, & packaging.
- Work closely with Purchasing department to ensure that direct material inventory needs are proactively communicated to mitigate potential bottlenecks.
- Monitor and analyze daily production to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
- Ensure accurate documentation and reporting in compliance with internal standards, as well as state cannabis regulations.
- Support cross-functional projects related to process optimization, facility upgrades, or new product development.
- Operate and assist with the maintenance of automated machinery throughout the post-processing workflows including the Mobius, Leafy Pack, Roll-Pro, and other pieces of equipment that are essential to the functions of the department.
Qualifications and Education :
- At least 21 years of age, with the ability to obtain and maintain and Missouri Cannabis Agent ID.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required
- Preferred fields include Mechanical Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or related disciplines.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing, production, or operations management.
- Cannabis industry experience is a plus.
- Minimum 5 years of experience managing & maintaining large scale manufacturing equipment, adhering to daily, weekly, monthly, & annual maintenance plans.
- Proven expertise in Lean Manufacturing, TPM, project management, and statistical problem-solving.
- Proficiency in data analysis tools and ERP systems is highly desirable.
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, regulated, and fast-paced environment.
Essential Job Functions - Ability to perform repetitive tasks for long periods of time (i.e., destemming, trimming, packaging, both sitting & standing)
- Ability to work in extreme environmental conditions (bright lights, mechanical operations that require ear protection, hazardous environments requiring respirator usage etc.)
- Physical requirements include standing, bending and lifting up to 30+ pounds, climbing and working above shoulder height for extended periods, reaching while standing, sliding under machinery on creepers to perform maintenance, and pushing carts and wheelbarrows.
- Availability to work occasional weekends and holidays
Compensation and Benefits :
- $60,000+, commensurate with experience.
- Health, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance, with individual employee premiums covered by the company at 100%.
- 401k with matching.
- 15 days of paid time off.
- 9 paid holidays and an additional 3 floating holidays.
- Paid parental leave.
- Generous employee discount.
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