People Ops Manager (Multi-Site)

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

We are seeking an experienced People Ops Manager to oversee our two Florida manufacturing locations in Ocala and Gainesville. The People Ops Manager will be a key partner and trusted advisor to the sites Director of Operations, helping align people strategy with business objectives to support a high-performing and compliant workforce.

This role is responsible for developing and executing people strategies that support operational performance, ensure compliance, and foster a positive employee experience. The ideal candidate will have HR leadership experience in a manufacturing or production environment of 300+ employees, with strong knowledge of labor laws, employee relations, and workforce development.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR leader for both Ocala and Gainesville manufacturing sites, with regular on-site presence at each.
• Partner closely with Directors of Operations to support workforce planning and site-level leadership development.
• Analyze key workforce metrics to support data driven decision making.
• Investigate and resolve workforce conflicts in a timely and consistent manner.
• Lead employee engagement and recognition initiatives.
• Partner with leadership teams in the development of succession plans / workforce development.
• Facilitate goal setting and performance review processes at site level.
• Ensure compliance with all labor laws and state cannabis compliance regulations.
• Manage, coach, and develop People Ops Business Partner, ensuring effective execution of day-to-day HR support and compliance.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field; HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP) preferred.
• Must be able to work onsite at both locations throughout each week.
• 5+ years of progressive HR management experience, including 2+ years in a manufacturing or production environment with population of 300+ employees.
• Proven leadership experience, including direct supervision of HR team.
• Strong working knowledge of labor and employment laws, HR compliance.
  
  

AYR Wellness is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Equivalent combination of work/education experience accepted