Facilities Operations Planner

Operations Planner

Ayr Wellness is a leading U.S. multi-state cannabis operator with more than 90 licensed retail locations across Florida, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Ohio, New Jersey, Nevada, and soon, Virginia. We cultivate, manufacture, and sell a broad portfolio of high-quality cannabis products, proudly serving both medical patients and adult-use consumers across our markets. At Ayr, our strength lies in our people. We're re-imagining how we work across every part of our business, and we're looking for builders and doers to roll up their sleeves and help shape what's next. The cannabis industry is fast-moving, complex, and full of opportunity. Together, we're not only shaping a company, but also building the future of cannabis. At Ayr you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact while growing your career alongside a company positioning itself for long-term success.

The operations planner manages daily and weekly schedules to optimize efficiency and meet demand. Responsibilities include adjusting schedules, coordinating with teams to minimize downtime, ensuring material readiness, and monitoring performance metrics. Clear communication with operations, packaging, and inventory teams ensures smooth production and on-time delivery.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Prepares daily and weekly production schedules based upon demand and line optimization.
• Realigns schedule as needed to provide most accurate information and optimize work center efficiency.
• Works with purchasing and production to minimize line downtime due to scheduling and material issues.
• Gathers data to maintain Attainment and Adherence Metrics. Monitor Status assignments in Dutchie to confirm materials produced transfer to PBI.
• Communicate regularly with the Sr. Operations Manager about late orders or other issues that are hindering on time delivery.
• Ensures all labels and materials are prepared prior to work center production scheduled.
• Coordinate with the Data Analyst and Production Leads responsible for formulating to understand material available to Pre-Convert.
• Schedule weekly touchpoints with Packaging / Infusions managers to review estimated time required per work center based on standard run rates.
• Maintain a good communication path with the Inventory Team to identify new sku's that need added to Dutchie for upcoming production along with templates for labels.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Education :

High school diploma / GED preferred

Experience :

Experience in the cannabis or agricultural industry preferred

Direct reports : No direct reports

Working conditions :

Physical requirements :

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, 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.