General Manager, Mission

Location: Fraser Valley, British Columbia

Industry: Cannabis manufacturing (pre-roll production and distribution)

Reports to: Ownership / Board

About the Company We’re a growing cannabis pre-roll company based in Fraser Valley, B.C., producing high-quality pre-rolls in multiple formats for licensed retailers and distributors. Our products are currently sold across British Columbia, and we’re preparing to expand into the Ontario market. With a strong brandreputation, stable sales base, and scalable production, we’re seeking a General Manager to lead our next stage of growth.

Key Responsibilities Operations Leadership

Oversee all aspects of pre-roll manufacturing operations, including production scheduling, QA/QC, packaging, inventory, and logistics.

Manage compliance with Health Canada and provincial regulations (e.g., excise tracking, packaging/labeling standards, and provincial distribution requirements).

Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) to drive consistency, efficiency, and cost control across production lines.

Monitor key operational metrics: yields, throughput, labor efficiency, and downtime.

Work closely with QA to ensure product integrity, safety, and compliance standards are consistently met.

Evaluate and scale capacity (automation, new formats, contract manufacturing partners) as volume grows.

Own the company’s P&L, budget, and financial planning processes.

Lead monthly reporting, cost accounting, and margin optimization initiatives.

Collaborate with the leadership team to refine pricing strategies and gross-margin models across SKUs.

Support expansion into Ontario and other provinces by modeling production economics and logistics.

Manage relationships with distribution partners (e.g., BC LDB, OCS, and other provincial boards).

Work with ownership to evaluate financing options, grants, and capital investment opportunities to fund scale‑up.

Team&Culture

Build and manage a small but high-performing team across production, operations, and finance.

Establish accountability systems, performance metrics, and a positive, compliance-first culture.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in operations management, manufacturing, or finance leadership— ideally in cannabis, CPG, food/beverage, or other regulated manufacturing industries.

Strong understanding of financial reporting, cost management, and business modeling.

Familiarity with Canadian cannabis regulations, especially around packaging, excise, and provincial distribution systems (BCLDB, OCS).

Proven track record leading teams and scaling production environments.

Strong problem‑solving skills and comfort managing both operational details and high-level financial performance.

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Operations, or Engineering; CPA or MBA preferred but not required.

Compensation

Competitive base salary + annual performance bonus.

Why Join Us

Join a fast-growing, product-focused cannabis manufacturer with a reputation for quality and reliability.

Shape the operational backbone and financial discipline of a brand entering its next growth phase— including expansion into Ontario and beyond.

Be part of a lean, entrepreneurial team where you’ll have autonomy, impact, and visibility.

Located in Fraser Valley, B.C.— accessible to the Lower Mainland, offering balance of lifestyle and career opportunity.

Seniority level Director

Employment type Full-time

Job function Management and Manufacturing

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