Director of Operations - cGMP at Grön Confections

About the Role:  

The Director of Operations key purpose is directly leading all operational processes and functions of the facility. This includes but is not limited to ensuring accountability at all levels; overseeing and approving all production operations, communicating effectively between all corporate and entity-specific departments, managing financial budgets and authorizing facility purchasing, providing monthly production analysis and presenting data to the Finance team to ensure proper execution for all entities, and unlocking innovation and strategic initiatives to streamline and improve operations. A successful Director of Operations at Grön will have a history of driving purpose, vision, and engagement across multiple functions; hiring, training and developing future leaders; experience managing multiple facilities; and has demonstrated a history of resilience, personal accountability, and integrity. This role is Monday through Friday in our Long Island Facility

In this role you will:  

• Strategic Alignment: Connect daily operations and team objectives to the broader goals and mission of Grön, ensuring all activities support organizational strategy. 
• Operational Implementation: Implement operational strategies, structures, and processes across all business entities in accordance with cGMP and company standards. 
• Comprehensive Oversight: Maintain a thorough understanding of all operational phases, including production, packaging, fulfillment, distribution, and compliance. 
• Leadership Development: Interview, train, and develop leaders within the organization to build high-performing, compliant, and engaged teams. 
• Performance Reporting: Provide regular performance updates to the Senior Leadership Team, communicating progress, challenges, and opportunities for improvement. 
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Sales and Distribution teams to ensure production output aligns with sales forecasts, product demand, and inventory requirements. 
• Culture of Accountability: Foster a culture of ownership, responsibility, and continuous improvement across all departments. 
• Operational Results: Drive measurable results in production targets, labor efficiency, profitability, budget adherence, and key performance metrics. 
• Market Awareness: Monitor sales and market trends regularly to inform strategic planning and ensure operational responsiveness. 
• Production Auditing: Audit production and packaging plans to confirm alignment with sales demand, product quality, and regulatory compliance. 
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement opportunities to enhance efficiency, compliance, and product quality through continuous improvement initiatives. 
• Policy & Procedure Management: Collaborate with Senior Leadership to develop, communicate, and implement operational policies, procedures, and security measures that ensure consistency and compliance. 
• Analytical Decision-Making: Evaluate complex or conflicting information to identify root causes, troubleshoot effectively, and implement corrective and preventive actions. 
• Culture & Engagement: Create and maintain a workplace culture that motivates employees, encourages collaboration, and drives commitment to organizational objectives. 
• Regulatory Compliance: Maintain all required state permits, licenses, and certifications necessary for compliant operations under cGMP standards. 
• Professional Integrity: Demonstrate integrity, respect, and professionalism in all actions and decisions, supporting a positive and compliant work environment. 
• Commitment to Excellence: Uphold the highest standards of quality, compliance, and operational performance while adapting to change with agility and purpose. 

You’ll be a great fit if:  

• You have at least 6 years of manufacturing management experience, preference for folks with cannabis experience.
• You demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills and ensure all correspondence aligns with cGMP documentation standards. 
• You provide strong leadership and supervision, guided teams to maintain compliance, safety, and quality in all production activities. 
• You maintain a deep knowledge of cGMP principles, industry procedures, and regulatory best practices to ensure operational integrity. 
• You are highly organized and detail-oriented, maintaining accurate records, logs, and reports in accordance with cGMP and company policy. 
• You apply analytical and problem-solving skills to identify nonconformances, investigate root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions. 
• You are proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and relevant compliance software to support accurate and traceable data management. 
• You recruit, train, and develop employees in procedures, quality standards, and safety protocols. 
• You oversee daily operations, ensuring production adheres to established SOPs, documentation practices, and quality system requirements. 
• You model integrity, accountability, and professionalism while handling personnel and performance matters in alignment with company and regulatory standards. 
• You remain resilient and action-oriented, continuously improving systems, processes, and team capabilities to uphold cGMP compliance and operational excellence. 

Benefits & Compensation: 

This position has a salary of $100,000 

• Medical, dental, & vision insurance  
• 401k Program 
• Unlimited PTO  
• Parental leave 
• Commuter Benefits