Infusions Manager

Company Description 

AYR Wellness is a publicly traded, multi-state cannabis company with more than 85 dispensaries. We are one of the largest scale producers of high-quality cannabis in the U.S., and our purpose is to be a force for good. People are at the heart of everything we do, and we are passionate about bringing progress and positive changes to our communities, our industry, and our world.   

Our talented and reliable team members are the foundation of our business and investing in exceptional talent is paramount to our success. The key to building a culture where everyone can thrive starts and ends with our teams. Their collective courage and kyndness sets AYR apart. Your career growth at AYR is limitless, and we believe in creating an environment where everyone can flourish and win together. 

Job Summary 

The Infusions Manager will oversee the development and operation of the Infused Products department of Ayr Wellness. Duties will include development of staffing plans as well as development of recipes for edible products as well as formulations for other marijuana-infused products (MIPs) such as: tinctures, balms, sprays, pills, sublingual strips, drinks, and topicals. The Infusions Manager will also oversee initial staffing and management of the Infused Products staff to ensure following of best practices in food production, quality control, tracking and oversight, as well as full compliance with all applicable local and state regulations. 

Duties and Responsibilities  

• Oversees productivity of Technicians and Leads on the production floor.
• Oversees the hiring and training process for new staff members as well as retraining of current staff on an as-needed basis.
• Ensures safety, quality, and GMP guidelines are followed in production and packaging areas.
• Formulates and reformulates products.
• Self-informs current Infusion trends and helps conduct recipe development to remain competitive in the market.
• Maintains Food Safety Standards, completing all necessary documentation such as batch records, sanitation & calibration logs, etc.
• Operates, cleans, and maintains all infusions equipment; trains new employees and coaches existing employees on equipment operation and maintenance.
• Completes production orders with consistent high quality and speed.
• Keeps accurate records at all steps in process to maintain quality, control, and traceability of regulated product.
• Labels reconciliation and printing.
• Enforces quality and compliance standards for each product.
• Troubleshoots mechanical and procedural issues.
• Suggests and implements cost-saving ideas, working with performance metrics, data, order and inventory trends.
• Complies with all state and local laws and company policies and procedures, codes of conduct, and emergency and safety procedures.
• Adhere to organizational KPI’s which include; 95% production demand adherence on a monthly cadence and 95% success rate on compliance tested formulations.

Qualifications 

• Must meet age requirement as outlined by state cannabis agencies.
• Able to pass all background checks/fingerprinting as required by state cannabis agencies.
• Able to provide valid badging/credentials as required by state cannabis agencies.
• Managerial experience in a commercial food production or other kitchen environment.
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong desire to produce a high-quality product.
• Ability to multi-task repeatedly with exceptional attention to detail with minimal errors.
• Excellent PC Skills and expertise in Microsoft Office programs.
• Proven record of boosting team performance.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers.
• Must be dependable, professional and confident.

Education  

• Culinary degree, certificate, or at least 5 years of kitchen management experience.

Experience  

• 4-6 years

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities  

• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced, changing and challenging environment.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication capabilities.
• ServSafe Food Safety Certification.
• This job will require continuous education and training.
• This position will require reading and learning through textbooks, articles, webinars, and hands-on activities.

Direct reports 

• Manages department within a function with authority to hire/terminate

Working conditions 

• The person in this position may be exposed to dust, kief, cleaning chemicals and fumes. Although systems are in place to remove these byproducts, there is still exposure to some degree.
• The working area may be odorous at times and loud due to fans and filtration systems, fluctuating between cold and warm temperatures.

Physical requirements 

• Sitting, standing, and walking motion/movement will be required.
• Lifting or moving items up to 50 pounds may be required.
• Constant movement and use of hands/fingers and limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina.
• Constantly operates kitchen machinery and other productivity equipment
• Must be able to inspect and detect quality defects.
• Work on weekends and alternate shifts may be required.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. 
  

At AYR Wellness, our vision is to be a force for good in all we do and to bring lasting positive change to our communities, our industry, and our world. And it wouldn’t be possible without our exceptionally talented team. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the uniqueness of each employee and supports their individual journey in finding their genius and pursuing their passion. 

Diversity and inclusion are essential to pursuing our vision for the future, and we believe that our success is dependent on building a truly equitable, collaborative, and inclusive team. One that reflects the diversity of the communities that we serve. 

In addition to a generous benefits package, and unparalleled career opportunities, as an employee at Ayr Wellness, you can expect to be provided with industry-leading training which will offer you an in-depth insight into the wonderful world of cannabis.