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Kiley Martin

Denver,Colorado

Summary

Results-driven Production Operations Manager with solid experience in overseeing manufacturing and production operations. Strong ability to streamline processes, enhance productivity, and implement strategic initiatives. Proven leadership skills, adept at team management and fostering positive work environments. Demonstrated success in driving efficiency improvements and cost reductions through data-driven decision-making and process improvement.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Production Operations Manager

Silver Stem
Denver, CO
03.2022 - Current
  • Promoted from Warehouse Manager to Production Operations Manager, taking on expanded leadership in compliance, financial optimization, and cross-functional team development
  • Increased average yields by over 40 lbs per cycle through strategic optimization
  • Eliminated pesticide use by creating an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program utilizing predatory bugs, reducing crop loss while maintaining quality
  • Developed and enforced compliance strategies, ensuring successful OSHA, MED, CDPHE, and fire inspections, which accelerated licensing approvals and positioned the company for expansion
  • Optimized operations and compliance strategies, strengthening the company’s position for market expansion and regulatory approvals
  • Designed and implemented the foundation for a safety program, reducing workplace risks and ensuring long-term compliance
  • Optimized budget allocation, helping save the company over $100K by reducing costs by at least 25% through vendor negotiations and automation strategies while maintaining product quality and improving overall financial efficiency
  • Developed and automated KPI tracking systems and workflow solutions, enhancing supply chain management, reducing operational costs, and driving long-term efficiency
  • Led high-performing teams, instilling accountability, mentorship, and continuous improvement while managing change effectively
  • Bridged communication between leadership, operations, and regulators to align strategy and execution
  • Utilized data analytics to inform high-level strategy, improving operational performance and driving long-term efficiency

Director of Cultivation

Tariff Labs
Ripley, WV
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Led the first phase of a 40,000 sq
  • Ft
  • Flagship cultivation facility from build-out to operational readiness
  • Implemented environmentally friendly initiatives, collaborating with economic development teams
  • Developed and enforced SOPs for cultivation, ensuring compliance and workflow efficiency
  • Integrated automation tools for inventory tracking, scheduling, and compliance reporting
  • Optimized procurement and budget planning, minimizing unnecessary costs while maintaining high standards

Warehouse Manager / Cultivation Tech

Silver Stem
Denver, CO
08.2015 - 12.2021
  • Progressed from hands-on cultivation to leading production operations, optimizing compliance, automation, and workflow management to support large-scale cultivation efforts
  • Implemented tracking systems for cultivation KPIs, improving yield forecasting and strain selection

Education

Bachelor of Environmental Science -

American Public University
05.2017

Skills

  • Strategic Operations and Process Optimization
  • Team leadership and cross-department collaboration
  • Compliance and Risk Management
  • Budget management and cost reduction
  • Performance Monitoring and KPI Optimization
  • Supply Chain and Vendor Negotiations
  • Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance

Certification

  • Sustainable Best Management Practices, CDPHE, 2021
  • OSHA Forklift, Liftoff Certifications, Current
  • OSHA Scissor Lift, Liftoff Certifications, Current
  • 30 Hour General Industry DOL, OSHA, 2025
  • Ionizing and Non-Ionizing Radiation Safety, OSHA, 2025

Awards Recognitions Volunteer Work

  • Habitat for Humanity, 04/23
  • Thanksgiving Food Bank, 11/22
  • Denver Gives-Adopt A Family, 12/20-12/23

Timeline

Production Operations Manager

Silver Stem
03.2022 - Current

Director of Cultivation

Tariff Labs
01.2022 - 05.2022

Warehouse Manager / Cultivation Tech

Silver Stem
08.2015 - 12.2021

Bachelor of Environmental Science -

American Public University

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