Extraction Technician

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Responsible for the grinding, decarb, and extraction of cannabis biomass via CO2/hydrocarbon extraction
• Responsible for performing refinement processes such as winterization, filtration, and distillation.
• Sets up, operates, and maintains extraction, refinement and other manufacturing equipment
• Familiarity with basic scientific principles and laboratory experience. Ability to follow written instruction and maintain a laboratory notebook
• Must follow all applicable policies, procedures, and guidelines. This includes the safe and proper operation of any/all relevant machinery, instrumentation, and equipment
• Ensure product meets all requirements for compliance, stability, safety, and desired interest by target audience
• Ensure Dietary Supplement GMPs are implemented and followed
• Ensure all equipment is maintained and cleaned as required
• Clean and maintain laboratory, glassware and all equipment utilized in the processing of cannabis and cannabis infused products
• Maintain batch records for all raw materials and in-process materials in all tracking systems
• Manage raw materials and coordinate material and resource allocation
• Other duties as assigned

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Manufacturing, Engineering, or similar field or at least 2 years’ experience in cannabis manufacturing preferred
• Experience with hydrocarbon extraction, CO2 extraction, and distillation techniques preferred
• Demonstrated ability to achieve manufacturing objectives in terms of volume, product mix, cost, and quality
• Extensive knowledge in environment, health and safety standards in manufacturing operations required
• Knowledge of extraction and chemical processing techniques preferred
• Previous commercial cannabis extraction experience preferred.
• Enjoys working in a start-up, fast-paced environment
• Be able to lift and handle up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work independently in a highly organized manner
• Knowledge and experience related to producing medical marijuana products; extraction techniques; and routes of administration.
• Ability to listen well and communicate effectively, orally and in writing with various audiences
• Knowledge and ability to use standard lab equipment; filling equipment, vacuum ovens, hot plates, extraction equipment, etc
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Word, and Excel with a strong attention to detail
• Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the cannabis industry