Director of Operations Job Description Sample Template
JOB TITLE:
- Director of Operations
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead, develop, and improve all Operations through effective workflow direction, ensuring that work standards are met, and continuous improvement is embraced.
- Responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of the facility.
- Responsible for oversight of staffing the facility and ensuring employees are properly trained in all aspects of their position.
- Facilitate operational flow across departments with product development, cultivation, post-production, processing, compliance, inventory management, product testing, packaging inventory, distribution, and sales.
- Help formulate strategic and operational objectives.
- Perform quality controls, monitor production KPIs, and prepare production reports as required by management.
- Help promote a company culture that encourages top performance and high morale.
- Work with the finance team on budgeting, reporting, planning, and auditing.
- Coordinate on-site facilities maintenance team and ensure they have all the supplies they need to succeed.
- Manage vendor and contractor relationships, construction permitting, and compliance including contract negotiation and execution.
- Ensure all legal and regulatory procedures are followed and stay up to date with industry-related compliance requirements.
EXPERIENCE and QUALIFICATIONS:
- At least 8+ years of leadership experience in production, manufacturing management, or a related field.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field.
- Outstanding organizational, planning, task, and project management skills.
- Task-oriented with excellent time management skills, follow-through, and ability to prioritize a diverse body of work.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- A passion for cannabis products and the cannabis industry.
- Be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and possess strong computer skills.
- Must pass any and all required background checks.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Must be able to stand, walk, lift, sit, and bend for most of their work schedule.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Must be able to lift 25 pounds.