Director of Manufacturing Production

Job Position: Director of Manufacturing / Production
Location: Camarillo CA 93012
Duration: Fulltime

Scope of Role:

• Oversight of all processing operations across 3 sites
• Leadership of teams across bucking trimming machine operations QC packaging and inventory
• Ownership of processing KPIs including throughput cost per pound yield and labor efficiency
• Accountability for vendor performance and processing-related capital investments

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

Operational Leadership & Strategy:

• Own the strategy and performance of end-to-end processing operations including bucking trimming machine operations QC packaging and inventory flow
• Establish scalable operating models to support current and future multi-site production
• Align processing capacity with cultivation output sales forecasts and revenue targets
• Lead cross-functional planning with Cultivation Supply Chain and Sales to ensure operational alignment

Process Optimization & Automation:

• Own the evaluation selection and implementation of processing equipment and automation systems (buckers trimmers sorters conveyors and packaging)
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on increasing throughput improving yield recovery and reducing cost per pound
• Establish standardized workflows while optimizing for strain-specific processing requirements
• Oversee preventative maintenance strategy to ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtime
• Leverage data and KPIs to identify inefficiencies and implement scalable solutions

Performance Management & Team Leadership

• Build and lead high-performing teams across all processing functions including both internal employees and contracted labor
• Establish clear performance expectations productivity benchmarks and accountability systems
• Design and oversee performance-based incentive programs aligned with output quality and efficiency goals
• Develop leadership capability within management teams to drive consistency and execution

Financial Inventory & Production

• Own processing-related cost structures including labor equipment and vendor spend
• Develop and manage forecasting models for processing capacity based on harvest schedules and strain mix
• Ensure inventory accuracy and visibility across all stages of processing (WIP finished goods trim biomass)
• Partner with Finance and Analytics to track performance against KPIs and identify opportunities for cost optimization

Vendor & Contract Management

• Own strategic relationships with equipment vendors service providers and third-party labor contractors
• Ensure vendor performance meets operational quality and cost expectations
• Lead contract negotiations and evaluate new technologies and outsourcing opportunities

Quality Compliance & Regulatory Oversight

• Ensure full compliance with all state local and company regulations including METRC GMP and product tracking requirements
• Maintain high standards of product quality consistency and processing integrity
• Partner with QA and R&D teams to refine processing methods and ensure product specifications are met
• Oversee audit readiness and regulatory compliance across all processing operations

Success Metrics
Success in this role will be measured by:

• Reduction in cost per pound
• Increased throughput and processing capacity
• Improved yield recovery and product quality
• Labor efficiency improvements across processing functions
• Successful implementation of scalable systems and automation
• Strong cross-functional alignment with cultivation and sales

Competencies

• Deep knowledge of cannabis processing and post-harvest operations
• Strong operational and manufacturing leadership mindset
• Expertise in process optimization automation and scaling operations
• Data-driven decision making and analytical capability
• Strong financial acumen related to cost management and efficiency
• Effective leadership communication and team development skills
• Ability to manage complexity across multiple workflows strains and production environments
• Strong vendor management and negotiation capability

Education and Experience

• 7 years of experience in cannabis agriculture manufacturing or production environments
• 5 years of leadership experience overseeing high-volume or multi-site operations
• Experience managing machinery automation systems or industrial equipment required
• Proven track record of improving efficiency reducing costs and scaling operations
• Experience managing vendors and third-party contractors preferred
• Bachelors degree preferred but not required; equivalent practical experience will be considered
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays as needed
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced high-volume production environment
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to drive accountability and results