Mount Dora, FL, USA
9 days ago
Director of Operations

At Curaleaf, we’re redefining the cannabis industry with a commitment to quality, expertise, and innovation. As a leading global cannabis provider, our brands, including Curaleaf, Select, and Grassroots, offer top-tier products and services in both medical and adult-use markets.

Join us to be part of a high-growth, purpose-driven company that values corporate social responsibility through our Rooted in Good initiative, which supports community outreach and positive change. At Curaleaf, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, drive innovation, and help shape the future of cannabis. 

Director of Operations
Location: On-Site, Mt. Dora, FL

About the Role:

As a Director of Operations, you will oversee day-to-day “make and deliver” functions, including cultivation, manufacturing, logistics, inventory management, and facilities maintenance. This position will lead and coach all site operations, ensuring alignment with strategic initiatives and business objectives. The Director of Operations will manage operational efficiency, safety, compliance, and quality across all functions while collaborating with national support teams.

What You'll Do:

Lead day-to-day cultivation, manufacturing, and logistics operations to ensure smooth production flow. Manage local operations teams to enhance cross-departmental collaboration and efficiency. Ensure operational priorities, processes, and safety standards are communicated and understood. Oversee supply-side production scheduling and work closely with commercial teams to meet demand forecasts. Champion Lean Six Sigma initiatives for continuous improvement and operational excellence. Maintain inventory accuracy and ensure SOX compliance. Monitor quality standards and compliance with local and national regulations. Develop and manage site and state safety programs. Manage P&L budgets, control operational costs, and implement cost-saving initiatives. Supervise and mentor a team of department heads, managers, and staff. Coordinate capital improvement projects and maintain facilities.

What You'll Bring:

10+ years of experience in manufacturing and logistics, with at least 5 years in a leadership role in FDA-controlled, SQF, or cGMP environments. Proven track record of operational efficiency, team building, and driving results. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Experience with Lean Six Sigma, supply chain management, and safety programs. Ability to work proactively, with a hands-on approach and high energy. High School diploma required; Bachelor's degree in business or related field preferred. Ability to travel up to 25%

Even Better If:

You have experience in the cannabis industry. You have a Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain or related field Lean manufacturing or six sigma knowledge and practical applications You have Start-up experience You are Bilingual in Spanish

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and meet vision requirements (close, distance, and peripheral vision). Exposure to allergens, cleaning solvents, loud equipment noise, and CO2 manufacturing processes. Must wear provided PPE (masks, hair nets, boots, etc.) and adapt to changing environments. Ability to work in a high-stress, fast-paced environment.

 

What We Offer:

Career Growth Opportunities Competitive Pay and Benefits (Health, Dental Vision) Generous PTO and Parental Leave 401(K) Retirement Plan Life/AD&D Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability Community Involvement Initiatives Employee Referral Bonuses and Product Discounts

Not all benefits listed above are available to all employees at all locations.  

Curaleaf Awards and Achievements:

2023 Ragan’s Top Places to Work 2022 TIME100 Most Influential Companies 2020 Cannabis Doing Good’s Good Neighbor Award 2020 Minorities for Medical Marijuana’s Diversity & Inclusion Award

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Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (TSX: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf") is a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis with a mission to enhance lives by cultivating, sharing, and celebrating the power of the plant. As a high-growth cannabis company known for quality, expertise and reliability, the Company, and its brands, including Curaleaf, Select, Grassroots, JAMS, Find and Zero Proof provide industry-leading service, product selection and accessibility across the medical and adult-use markets. Curaleaf International is the largest vertically integrated cannabis company in Europe with a unique supply and distribution network throughout the European market, bringing together pioneering science and research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction, and production.

Our corporate  is Rooted in Good. We believe in taking corporate and social responsibility very seriously, from our educational outreach to national partnerships, state-wide initiatives, and local causes. Giving back to the communities where we operate is important to us and helps to change old attitudes by showing the positive impact of cannabis in creating jobs, changing lives, and helping local communities. 

Our Vision: To be the world's leading cannabis company by consistently delivering superior products and services and driving the global acceptance of cannabis. 

Our Values:

Lead and Inspire.   Commit to Win.   ONE Curaleaf.   Driven to Deliver Excellence.  

Curaleaf is an equal opportunity employer. Curaleaf recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Individuals adversely impacted by the war on drugs are encouraged to apply.

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