Director of Production

Why In Grown Farms?

In Grown Farms 2 LLC is a subsidiary of Canopy USA, LLC, a leading vertically integrated, multi-state operator in the United States cannabis industry. With the transition of Acreage Holdings to Canopy USA, LLC in December 2024, Canopy USA, LLC is now positioned to consolidate operations across its three business units – Wana, Jetty, and Acreage – realizing synergies, cost savings, and supporting growth in state-legal markets across the U.S.

Through coverage of key market segments including flower via Superflux, vape and concentrates via Jetty, edibles and beverages via Wana, and retail through The Botanist, Canopy USA, LLC is well positioned to accelerate growth with an emphasis on the Midwestern and Northeastern U.S. markets. As newly formed Canopy USA, LLC, we are building a stronger, more agile organization that will unlock greater opportunities across the growing US cannabis market.

Who you’ll work for In Grown Farms:

Our Culture:

Here at In Grown Farms we believe in people first. We value our people and encourage continuous opportunities to learn, develop, and grow. We pride ourselves in innovation and passion for the cannabis industry.

We are always looking for motivated people who share our vision to join our team. Think you have what it takes? Then come grow with us!

About the Role:

The Director of Production is the operational, on site leader with a proven track record and ability to maximize production output effectively and efficiently and build a high performing team; enabling profitable business growth with an in- demand, brand portfolio. Reporting to the VP, Operations, this role will oversee planning, execution, and continuous improvement of production processes in compliance with industry and state regulations. The ideal candidate will possess extensive cannabis industry experience, strong leadership skills and a proven track record of optimizing operations and driving operational excellence.

How you'll make a difference (required duties and responsibilities):

• Leads, manages and drives all aspects of cannabis cultivation, processing and manufacturing for a cannabis cultivation and processing facility, ensuring seamless and efficient, seed-to-sale processes. Will enable compliant, quality production to minimally achieve monthly, quarterly and annual financial and business goals.

• Leads and motivates a cross-functional Operations’ team; fostering a positive work environment and productive, high performing team.

• Works to optimize operations – especially workflows and efficient resource utilization - for profitability without sacrificing quality.

• Oversees process improvement initiatives, potential, new product launches and approved facility expansion using project management methodologies.

• Implements lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, reduce waste and control costs.

• Maintains strict compliance with cannabis industry regulations, including seed-to-sale tracking, documentation and reporting.

• Coordinates with the National and local procurement teams to help manage raw material procurement to ensure consistent supply and inventory accuracy.

• Effectively develops and reports key performance metrics to consistently inform the executive leadership team on progress, opportunities and/or challenges w/proposed solutions

• Additional tasks as assigned by the VP, Operations, VP, Supply Chain and Executive VP, National Operations

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree preferred

• 7 – 10 years of progressively responsible experience in an operations’ or manufacturing role

• Minimum of 5 years in a management or leadership capacity in cannabis, healthcare, etc.

• Cannabis industry experience is required

Key Qualifications

• Excellent leadership, communication and organizational skills

• Strong and effective people management skills

• High level of critical thinking and strategic planning capabilities with the ability to consistently drive and deliver results with multiple, diverse teams

• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to effectively engage with cross-functional colleagues and manage up, down and across the organization

• Strong conflict resolution skills – both internally and externally

• Operates with a high level of professionalism and integrity, especially when dealing with confidential information

• Highly motivated – with a can-do attitude – ability to work independently with sound judgment and resourceful initiative taking

• Must pass all required state and federal background checks

Computers and Technology

• High proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, data analysis tools, etc

• Proficiency with seed-to-sale & inventory systems

Perks & Benefits:

• Full suite of medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid parental leave.
• 401 (k)
• Paid Time Off
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee life insurance and supplemental life
• Spouse and child life and ADD&D
• Pet insurance
• FSA and HSA available.

• Based on eligibility.

Schedule:

• Full-time, on-site

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Manufacturing environment that requires extended time standing, walking, bending and reaching. Consistent use of a computer and office equipment. Ability to carry up to 50lbs for up to a distance of 100ft may be required. Occasional extended and repetitive use of arms, hands and fingers to cut and manipulate small objects.

DISCLAIMER: This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to confirm or be interpreted as a comprehensive summary of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

E-Verify Participation Notice

This Employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

What is E-Verify? E-Verify is an internet-based system that compares information from and employee’s Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.

Code of Conduct:

All employees are expected to represent values and maintain the standards contained in the Code of Conduct.

In Grown Farms is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or protected Veteran status. We appreciate your interest in In Grown Farms. If you need assistance with completing an online application due to a disability, please send a request to [email protected]. Please be sure to include “Accommodation Request” in the subject line.