The RoleGTI is seeking a General Manager to oversee and manage all aspects of our plant operations in Centreville, MD. Our facilities include our grow and lab operations where we manufacture and produce our signature line of products and the post processing where inventory, packaging, and logisticsare executed. As the General Manager,you'lldirect all the daily processes and long-term targets for the facility.You'llgrind away at the details of managing internal resources to maximize safety, compliance, efficiency,productivityand culture.You'llalso blaze the path toward creating and developing the multilevel professional team in Centreville, MD, and you'llwork closely with your management team to keep every detail of the facility up to standards. ResponsibilitiesOversee all strategic planning and vision for facility plant operations for cultivation, processing, packaging, maintenance, quality and logistics/fulfillmentManager all facility activities working closely with departmental managers ensuring wholesale objectives are accomplished on time and budgetOwn the facility budget; Analyze facility data,?including efficiency metrics, labor variance analysis, defect rates, cost drivers, volume and capacity planning, etc. to make recommendations on optimal quality and efficiency improvements and capital expendituresDevelop and produce reporting to clearly illustrate the trends of the businessManage and maintain a company culture consistent with the culture established at GTI corporate of accountability, transparency and enjoymentParticipate in developing and implementing rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to advance GTI's mission, vision, goals and objectivesContinuously improve?the skills, knowledge and morale of all employees; create an environment where the entire team does the sameImplement and maintain wholesale facility and equipment preventative maintenance program; replace, or make adjustments to plant facilities and equipment when necessaryEnsure?compliance with local, state, and federal billing or licensing requirementsWill be?required to be on-call and to respond to emergency situations at any time.?This may include scheduling issues, potentially covering a vacant shift, facility issues and/or human resources requirementsOther duties as assignedWorking ConditionsWork involves daily exposure to allergens (such as cannabis, tree nuts, and coconut oil).Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in?Engineering or Business required; MBA or similar preferred10+ years of management experience in manufacturing environment; direct management of 100+ individuals in a manufacturing setting requiredConsumer Packaged Good experience requiredIn-depth knowledge & understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, certifications a plusExposure to horticulture and/or plant science and/or lab processing, a plusStrong commercial and financial acumen with experience managing a P&L requiredCan-do attitude and ability to adapt quickly; business is experiencing tremendous growth so previous operational experience in growth environment is substantially preferredAdapts and thrives in a demanding, start-up, fast-paced environmentSuperior communication and interpersonal skills (verbal, non-verbal, written), with the ability to build relationships at all levels, both internally and externallyPossesses a high level of critical thinkingOperates with a high level of professionalism and integrity, including dealing with confidential informationMust understand and comply with the rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of GTIMust have a solid understanding of the Medical Marijuana laws, rules and regulations set forth by the state; a pursuit to further their understanding and knowledge of the industry and the lawsAdditional RequirementsMust pass any and allrequired background checks Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry Must be a minimum of 21 years of ageMust be approved by state badging agency to work in cannabis industry
