Job Title: General Manager – Cannabis Manufacturing Operations
Location: Peekskill, NY ? Middletown, NY (Relocation Q1 2026)
Job Type: Full-Time | Onsite (80–90% Onsite Presence Required)
Pay: $180,000 – $220,000 Base + Performance Bonus (TBD)

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Position Overview

A nationally recognized and innovative cannabis brand is seeking a General Manager to lead its end-to-end manufacturing operations in New York. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for overseeing production, supply chain, automation, distribution, and compliance at one of the company’s most strategic facilities. As New York becomes one of the fastest-growing cannabis markets in the U.S., this role is central to scaling operations and building long-term success. Candidates with a passion for continuous improvement, strong leadership skills, and a hands-on operational style are encouraged to apply.

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Available Shifts & Responsibilities

Day Shift – General Management (Manufacturing)
Schedule: Monday – Friday, with on-call availability and 80–90% onsite presence
Pay: $180,000 – $220,000 base + performance bonus (TBD)
Key Duties:

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the NY cannabis manufacturing facility

• Drive performance across supply chain, production, automation, distribution, and regulatory compliance

• Lead and develop 5–6 department managers in core operations

• Implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles to optimize throughput and reduce waste

• Restore team culture and build trust while driving accountability

• Align site operations with broader corporate goals and expansion strategies

• Implement scalable SOPs and systems in preparation for future growth and automation

• Manage P&L responsibilities and consistently achieve operational KPIs

• Lead through change with agility, resilience, and integrity

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Qualifications

• 10+ years of manufacturing experience, preferably in CPG, food/beverage, pharma, or other regulated industries

• Proven leadership skills with experience shifting workplace culture and elevating team performance

• Demonstrated success in building and mentoring high-performing teams

• Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma certification with hands-on application experience

• Strong organizational change management and automation project experience

• High emotional intelligence and ability to lead under pressure

• Exceptional communicator—confident and direct, with executive presence

• Hands-on leadership style with strong follow-through and team visibility

• Must be based in or willing to relocate to New York

• Available for regular in-state presence and on-call responsibilities

• Willingness to travel out-of-state for corporate and expansion meetings

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Additional Requirements

• Predictive Index Assessment required during the interview process

• Must be 21+ and eligible to work in the cannabis industry in New York

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Interview Process

• Multi-stage interview process (4–5 rounds)

• Includes interviews with internal recruiters, out-of-state GMs, VP of Operations, and expansion leadership team

• Evaluations will cover manufacturing expertise, leadership style, cultural fit, and problem-solving

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Background Check Policy

All candidates must pass a background check in accordance with state and company regulations. Transparency is encouraged throughout the process.

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