Mick Liam Nussbaum
Wellington,Colorado
Summary
Results-driven operations and team leader with 7+ years of experience in optimizing production processes, driving compliance, and leading high-performing teams. Adept at strategic planning, operational oversight, and aligning team efforts with organizational objectives. Proven track record of achieving measurable results, fostering innovation, and maintaining regulatory excellence in a highly regulated industry. Excels in cross-functional collaboration and team development to deliver sustainable growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Director
Organic Alternatives
12.2019 - Current
- Spearheaded production operations, leading a team of 15+ across all stages from clone to sale
- Implemented Kaizen and Lean methodologies to streamline workflows, minimize waste, and enhance productivity, contributing to measurable operational improvements.
- Fostered cross-departmental collaboration with marketing, sales, and business development teams to align production with market demands
- Maintained 100% regulatory compliance by proactively identifying and resolving non-compliance issues promptly, achieving zero violations throughout tenure.
- Conducted performance evaluations, developed training programs, and built supplier relationships for operational efficiency
Cultivation/Harvest Lead
Smokey's Cannabis Co.
06.2016 - 12.2019
- Directed cultivation operations, ensuring alignment with production targets in quality and quantity
- Supervised harvest teams, optimizing efficiency and maintaining high product quality
- Maintained meticulous records for cultivation, pesticide applications, and harvest operations to ensure compliance
- Devised and implemented pest and disease prevention strategies, reducing loss by 14%
- Implemented Lean practices to optimize operations and improved supply chain management
Cultivation Technician
Green Tree Medicinals
03.2014 - 06.2016
- Managed plant life cycles from vegetative state to harvest, supporting department production goals
- Executed planting schedules and data tracking for METRC compliance
- Collaborated with leadership to implement disease prevention measures, improving crop health
Production Technician
Headquarters Boutique Dispensary
11.2013 - 03.2014
- Performed quality assurance and maintenance tasks to ensure product consistency
- Developed experimental methods to enhance efficiency, contributing to long-term process improvements
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO12-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX12-2010
Skills
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Team Leadership & Development
- Process Optimization & Automation
- Budget Management
- KPI Achievement & Performance Tracking
- Regulatory Compliance & Safety
- Data Analysis & Reporting
- Stakeholder Engagement
Accomplishments
Designed and implemented a comprehensive HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) plan, securing Reduced Testing Allowance (RTA) approval to enhance product safety, optimize processes, and significantly reduce operational costs.
References
Felix Barry
Former Director of Business Administration, Organic Alternatives
Phone: 970-372-7840
Maka Kalai
Former Marketing Director, Organic Alternatives
Phone: 970-846-8366
Certification
Comprehensive Compliance Management Training for Medical/Retail Marijuana Compliance (iComply) Certification - March 2024
Completed Rootworks Basic HACCP Accredited Training supported by the International HACCP Alliance - June 2024
Timeline
Production Director
Organic Alternatives
12.2019 - Current
Cultivation/Harvest Lead
Smokey's Cannabis Co.
06.2016 - 12.2019
Cultivation Technician
Green Tree Medicinals
03.2014 - 06.2016
Production Technician
Headquarters Boutique Dispensary
11.2013 - 03.2014
Comprehensive Compliance Management Training for Medical/Retail Marijuana Compliance (iComply) Certification - March 2024
Completed Rootworks Basic HACCP Accredited Training supported by the International HACCP Alliance - June 2024
MBA - Business Administration
Colorado State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The University of Texas At San Antonio
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