Parallel LLC
Production Manager
Parallel LLC, Franklin, Massachusetts, us, 02038
Schedule Requirements: Monday - Friday 7 AM - 3:30 PM
( As a salaried manager, additional hours may be required to assist with company goals.)
Worksite: (Franklin, MA)
Everyone is welcome here.
Each of us is unique, and thats what makes us amazing. We believe in inclusiveness and celebrating each persons individuality, because theres power in bringing people with different points of view and life experiences together. So, bring yourself and your best ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO). All applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation.
So, bring yourself and your best ideas; when we feel safe and comfortable being ourselves, theres no limit to what we can achieve.IN A NUTSHELLProduction Manager at Parallel oversees production and packaging operations. They report to the Director of Production to ensure all production needs are met. They provide leadership and guidance to all teams, manage employee relations, production reporting, scheduling effectiveness/efficiencies, facilitate lean initiatives, and the acquisitions of new staff.Parallel is one of the largest privately held, vertically integrated, multi-state cannabis companies in the nation, owning and operating dispensaries in three markets: Florida (Surterra Wellness), Massachusetts (NETA), and Texas (Surterra Wellness). If you enjoy companies that are growing, moving fast, facing unique challenges and constantly challenging ourselves to achieve more, then Parallel is for you. We work hard, we lean on each other, and we are passionate about a pretty ambitious vision pioneering a new paradigm of what well-being can be for all people, everywhere. For more information, visit www.liveparallel.com.WHAT YOU WILL BE DOINGManages production operations by implementing, adjusting, and enforcing program, operational and personnel policies and procedures.Responsible for enforcing Operational Compliance in all aspects of producing and packaging all products.Manages all manufacturing, packaging and quality standards.Directs teams on executing day to day operations and facilitates production schedule planning.Responsible for supporting employee relations, recruitment and on-boarding for the department.Works directly with training teams to initiate and evolve an engaging, holistic training program directed at enhancing employee skills and nature; helps to mature individuals and culture, to instill the necessary qualities for future leadership.Mastery and management of seed to sale tracking programs.Maintains departmental goals and KPIs for, Quality, Productivity, Inventory accuracy, Utilization. Analyzes and measuresprogress toward goals; effectively communicates progress to all levels of employees.Delivers accurate and timely management reporting products (historical results, forecasts, budgets) on an ad-hoc, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.Reports to the Director of Operations and leads the production supervisors and hourly associates within manufacturing and production.Other duties as assigned.EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS YOULL BRING5+ years Management experience in high-volume food manufacturing facility and/orproduction or manufacturing facilityBachelors degree in business administration, supply chain-management, manufacturing or equivalent professional work experience.Food Manager Certification (Serv Safe)HAACP CertificationExperience handling solventsProficient in Microsoft Outlook (Excel, Teams, OneNote, etc.), Google Drive and inventory management systemsManage a controlled workflow in a fast-paced environmentWorks well under pressureSelf-motivated and can take initiative and directions wellWorks in a timely manner and strives to increase productivityExperience with Lean/Continuous Improvement a PlusAbility to work as a team leader, be organized and have extreme attention to detailProven success of process improvement techniquesAge 21 or over (Required)High School Diploma or equivalent (Required)Valid Government-Issued Photo ID (Required)YOU WILL BE SUCCESSFUL IF YOUAre self-motivated; micro-managing isnt fun for anyoneRoll your sleeves up and do the work; strategy is important, but so is getting stuff doneCan work fast and be flexible; our industry is always changingPlay nice with others; we collaborate with each other a lotThink creatively; sometimes, the traditional solution isnt the best oneWHAT YOU GETEmployee discountConsistent, reliable benefits; Full medical/vision/dental, 401k with possibility of a company match, access to company-sponsored well-being programsBalance and flexibility; paid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work arrangementsTuition Reimbursement ProgramsPet InsuranceChance to make a difference; Employee Relief Fund, community volunteerism through our Parallel Cares programPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSManufacturing and Packaging environment.Requires the ability to stand for prolonged periods of time, and consistent attention to detail for 10+ hours per day.Must be able to bend, lift and stoop continuously.Ability to lift 60 lbs. unassisted and up to 80 lbs. assisted.General Environmental Exposure: Work environment can/may include exposure to allergens (i.e. cannabis, pollen, dander), plant pathogens dirt, fertilizers, dusts, odors, fumes, high heat, low temperature, high and low humidity, noise, vibrations, water, dry salts, volatile organic compounds, heights, and varying air conditioning conditions (indoor A/C, no A/C).PARALLEL IS UNITED BY OUR VISION, Mission, & ValuesOur Vision
why we exist is to pioneer well-being and improve the quality of life for humanity through the benefits of cannabinoids.Our Mission
how we will do this is to build a leading, global well-being company through the best talent, our values, trusted and recognized brands, science and technology-based innovation, and a relentless focus on execution and continuous improvement.Our Values
Integrity | Collaboration | Alignment | Intentionality | Accountability | AgilityWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and encourage our employees differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique.DisclaimerParallel reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this job description. Your employment with Parallel is a voluntary one and is subject to termination by you or Parallel at will, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time. Nothing in this document shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of Parallel associates.recblid xzqzoqxvkve9885rhx9rzpcr278bug
( As a salaried manager, additional hours may be required to assist with company goals.)
Worksite: (Franklin, MA)
Everyone is welcome here.
Each of us is unique, and thats what makes us amazing. We believe in inclusiveness and celebrating each persons individuality, because theres power in bringing people with different points of view and life experiences together. So, bring yourself and your best ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO). All applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation.
So, bring yourself and your best ideas; when we feel safe and comfortable being ourselves, theres no limit to what we can achieve.IN A NUTSHELLProduction Manager at Parallel oversees production and packaging operations. They report to the Director of Production to ensure all production needs are met. They provide leadership and guidance to all teams, manage employee relations, production reporting, scheduling effectiveness/efficiencies, facilitate lean initiatives, and the acquisitions of new staff.Parallel is one of the largest privately held, vertically integrated, multi-state cannabis companies in the nation, owning and operating dispensaries in three markets: Florida (Surterra Wellness), Massachusetts (NETA), and Texas (Surterra Wellness). If you enjoy companies that are growing, moving fast, facing unique challenges and constantly challenging ourselves to achieve more, then Parallel is for you. We work hard, we lean on each other, and we are passionate about a pretty ambitious vision pioneering a new paradigm of what well-being can be for all people, everywhere. For more information, visit www.liveparallel.com.WHAT YOU WILL BE DOINGManages production operations by implementing, adjusting, and enforcing program, operational and personnel policies and procedures.Responsible for enforcing Operational Compliance in all aspects of producing and packaging all products.Manages all manufacturing, packaging and quality standards.Directs teams on executing day to day operations and facilitates production schedule planning.Responsible for supporting employee relations, recruitment and on-boarding for the department.Works directly with training teams to initiate and evolve an engaging, holistic training program directed at enhancing employee skills and nature; helps to mature individuals and culture, to instill the necessary qualities for future leadership.Mastery and management of seed to sale tracking programs.Maintains departmental goals and KPIs for, Quality, Productivity, Inventory accuracy, Utilization. Analyzes and measuresprogress toward goals; effectively communicates progress to all levels of employees.Delivers accurate and timely management reporting products (historical results, forecasts, budgets) on an ad-hoc, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.Reports to the Director of Operations and leads the production supervisors and hourly associates within manufacturing and production.Other duties as assigned.EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS YOULL BRING5+ years Management experience in high-volume food manufacturing facility and/orproduction or manufacturing facilityBachelors degree in business administration, supply chain-management, manufacturing or equivalent professional work experience.Food Manager Certification (Serv Safe)HAACP CertificationExperience handling solventsProficient in Microsoft Outlook (Excel, Teams, OneNote, etc.), Google Drive and inventory management systemsManage a controlled workflow in a fast-paced environmentWorks well under pressureSelf-motivated and can take initiative and directions wellWorks in a timely manner and strives to increase productivityExperience with Lean/Continuous Improvement a PlusAbility to work as a team leader, be organized and have extreme attention to detailProven success of process improvement techniquesAge 21 or over (Required)High School Diploma or equivalent (Required)Valid Government-Issued Photo ID (Required)YOU WILL BE SUCCESSFUL IF YOUAre self-motivated; micro-managing isnt fun for anyoneRoll your sleeves up and do the work; strategy is important, but so is getting stuff doneCan work fast and be flexible; our industry is always changingPlay nice with others; we collaborate with each other a lotThink creatively; sometimes, the traditional solution isnt the best oneWHAT YOU GETEmployee discountConsistent, reliable benefits; Full medical/vision/dental, 401k with possibility of a company match, access to company-sponsored well-being programsBalance and flexibility; paid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work arrangementsTuition Reimbursement ProgramsPet InsuranceChance to make a difference; Employee Relief Fund, community volunteerism through our Parallel Cares programPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSManufacturing and Packaging environment.Requires the ability to stand for prolonged periods of time, and consistent attention to detail for 10+ hours per day.Must be able to bend, lift and stoop continuously.Ability to lift 60 lbs. unassisted and up to 80 lbs. assisted.General Environmental Exposure: Work environment can/may include exposure to allergens (i.e. cannabis, pollen, dander), plant pathogens dirt, fertilizers, dusts, odors, fumes, high heat, low temperature, high and low humidity, noise, vibrations, water, dry salts, volatile organic compounds, heights, and varying air conditioning conditions (indoor A/C, no A/C).PARALLEL IS UNITED BY OUR VISION, Mission, & ValuesOur Vision
why we exist is to pioneer well-being and improve the quality of life for humanity through the benefits of cannabinoids.Our Mission
how we will do this is to build a leading, global well-being company through the best talent, our values, trusted and recognized brands, science and technology-based innovation, and a relentless focus on execution and continuous improvement.Our Values
Integrity | Collaboration | Alignment | Intentionality | Accountability | AgilityWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and encourage our employees differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique.DisclaimerParallel reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this job description. Your employment with Parallel is a voluntary one and is subject to termination by you or Parallel at will, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time. Nothing in this document shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of Parallel associates.recblid xzqzoqxvkve9885rhx9rzpcr278bug