What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trim Manager position at Happy Valley?
**Trim Department Schedule is Sunday-Wednesday**
Position Overview
The Trim Manager is responsible for managing the daily operations of the Trim department, maintaining process efficiency, accurate record keeping and ensuring that all Trim Technicians are allocated appropriately to maximize production. This person is responsible for assisting in trimming of cannabis within the facility. Additional responsibilities include maintaining an accurate inventory, communicating any issues to the Post-Harvest Manager and meeting production goals by supporting Trim Technicians, including all Leads. Furthermore, the Trim Manager should identify areas for process improvement and can effectively present action plans to management.
Essential Job Functions
- Responsible for ensuring the Trim Department’s detail in manicuring cannabis in accordance with the company’s quality standards
- Ensure that the Trim Department adheres to all company and Cultivation Department policies and procedures
- Maintain a friendly, courteous, and compassionate demeanor at all times, in order to promote employee-manger relations
- Communicates weekly production goals to Trim Department and ensures that daily, weekly, and monthly production goals are met in order to satisfy production requirements
- Ensure the following is handled properly by Trim Technicians:
o Monitor the handling of all product being trimmed or otherwise processed, emphasizing attention to detail, hygienic practices and proper handling of product for trichome preservation
o All trimming equipment, tools, and machinery are always functional
o All trimming equipment, tools, and machinery are clean and compliant when not in use
o Make specific adjustments to trimming equipment to ensure process efficiency and equipment longevity
o Ensure that work areas are clean, safe, and compliant at all times
o Ensure that end products meet quantity and quality standards as established by the Director of Cultivation
o Ensure that all weights and labels are accurate on both the appropriate log and the physical label on the product
- Ensure Trim Department is consistently stocked with all necessary supplies
- Monitor workflow and identify areas of improvement to maximize efficiency and increase departmental productivity
- Manage Trim Technicians by monitoring attendance, performance, and adherence to company policies and procedures; providing coaching and support; and corrective action as needed.
- All other job duties as assigned by Post Harvest Manager, Assistant Cultivation Manager
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- 2-5 years of experience as a Trim department lead, preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management, preferred
- Proficient in Windows 10 operating system, Microsoft Office suite products
- Willing and able to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holiday work
- Strong people management skills required
- Ability to resolve bottlenecks and production issues
- Ability to communicate ideas and resolutions in a clear, concise, friendly manner
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to effectively multi-task and manage time both independently as well as within a team environment
- Continuous process Improvement mindset
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to lift, carry and balance up to 50 pounds (100 pounds with assistance),
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk as needed
- Ability to bend at the waist, kneel, crouch in order to access equipment
- Close visual acuity needed for viewing screens and fine print
- Moderate to loud exposure to noise level.
Preferred Skills/Abilities
- Prior experience working within the cannabis industry
- Prior experience working with plants, trees, or in an agricultural environment
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Gloucester, MA 01930: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):
- How many years of Trim experience do you have?
- Are you available to work on Sundays?
- How many years of Management/Lead experience do you have?
- Please describe in 1-2 sentences: How is your previous experience relevant to this role? Why are you a good fit for this job?
- Who referred you to this role? (If you don't have an answer, you can leave this field blank
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Work Location: One location