Plant Director

The Company:

SNDL is the largest private-sector liquor and cannabis retailer in Canada with retail banners that include Ace Liquor, Wine and Beyond, Liquor Depot, Value Buds, and Spiritleaf. SNDL is a licensed cannabis producer and one of the largest vertically integrated cannabis companies in Canada specializing in low-cost biomass sourcing, premium indoor cultivation, product innovation, low-cost manufacturing facilities, and a cannabis brand portfolio that includes Top Leaf, Contraband, Citizen Stash, Sundial Cannabis, Palmetto, Bon Jak, Spiritleaf Selects, Versus Cannabis, Value Buds, Vacay, Grasslands and Superette. SNDL's investment portfolio seeks to deploy strategic capital through direct and indirect investments and partnerships throughout the global cannabis industry. For more information on SNDL, please go to www.sndl.com.

Job Overview

Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Supply Chain & Operations, the Plant Director, Operations is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day processing operations of a large-scale indoor cannabis production facility; ensuring that all standard operating procedures, training requirements, schedules and policies are followed and that production goals are met in accordance with quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in facility management, a deep understanding of the cannabis industry, and exceptional leadership skills.

Scope of Role:

• Manage the production, harvesting, trimming, sanitation, processing and packaging activities within the facility to ensure optimal coverage and monitor overtime and holiday coverage
• Coordinate the processes and supply needs for the facility with procurement
• Provide guidance and support to Processing Operational Managers and Team Leads, providing organized direction on the day to day activities to ensure operational efficiency
• Superior knowledge of the process flow for Sundial Grower’s operations
• Ensure that safety and company policies are adhered to consistently and effectively
• Proven experience in improving employee health and safety and workplace housekeeping
• Provides leadership to team members implementing problem resolution to facilitate fast improvements and quality working relationships
• Manage compliance in accordance with Health Canada regulations
• Provide expertise and guidance in the creation of and revision of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Ability to assess and improve the process flow within the facility to create Opportunities for Improvement (OFIs)
• Participate in the facility expansion and new construction projects, including sourcing viable solutions
• Provide support and advise HR when the need to hire facility staff arises
• Follows Good Manufacturing Processes (GMP) and Good Practices and Procedures (GPP)

Knowledge and Experience: (Type and years of experience, education, training, special designation or background, licensing required to fulfill the duties of the position.)

• Degree in related field of business, engineering or sciences is required, OR
• Minimum of 10 years experience working in and running a large production facility
• Experience managing a large production team
• Strong technical background including a thorough understanding of regulatory requirements
• Proficient in MS Office and Excel
• Cannabis industry experience preferred
• Experience in a highly regulated industry is an asset

Required Competencies: (Expectation of role & foundation of employee evaluation)

• Ability to lead autonomously across many cross functional stakeholder groups
• Great attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of inventory system controls
• Solid team player who promotes a culture of professionalism, integrity, quality and teamwork
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence the thinking and actions of others
• Ability to prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Solid project and time management skills
• Bilingualism considered an asset in this French Speaking community

As a valued member of the SNDL team, you will enjoy:

• Competitive total compensation and incentives
• A top-notch extended benefits package including medical, vision and dental
• An entrepreneurial and innovative environment that fosters growth and continuous learning

We are grateful for the interest in this role from all candidates, however, we will be contacting only those that are selected for next steps in the hiring process.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

SNDL is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a welcoming, inclusive, diverse and safe workplace where all of our team members have equal opportunity to succeed. We know this begins with recruitment. To honor our commitment, SNDL encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, ages and abilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Stock options
• Store discount
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Atholville, NB E3N 4G2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Operations management: 7 years (preferred)
• Cannabis: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• French (preferred)

Work Location: In person