This is a full-time, salaried position that is eligible for paid time off (PTO).
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:
-Safely operate, clean and maintain production equipment including supercritical fluid and solvent
extraction systems, distillation systems, pumps, filters, and evaporators according to strict standard operating procedures (SOPs).
-Manage extraction and processing technician team and all associated production tasks.
-Independently perform complex research and development experiments for the creation of novel
products and delivery systems.
-Plan for and adhere to the daily production schedule to ensure attainment of efficiency goals.
-Verify that all applicable working areas, tools, processing equipment, packaging and labeling
components are maintained in good working order prior to the start of each shift.
-Develop procedures for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, glassware, transfer materials, storage
vessels, tools, and working surfaces.
-Ensure that all extraction and processing activities are performed with attention to strict Ilera quality and safety standards, regulatory compliance, and all other applicable legal and food safety requirements.
-Produce reliable, precise data for the completion of all required batch, equipment, quality, inventory and state mandated seed-to-sale documentation.
-Contribute to creation and continuous improvement of Ilera process SOPs, work instructions, batch records, and controlled document revisions.
-Assist in research objectives to drive product development and formulation.
-Support Quality Control and Quality Assurance by developing extraction sampling protocols.
-Calibrate common laboratory instruments and equipment as required.
-Adhere to safe chemical handling and disposal procedures as defined by SOPs and material safety data sheets (MSDS).
-Ensure the safety of themselves and others by maintaining a safe and orderly lab environment. Report any unsafe or hazardous work conditions to the Director of Extraction and Processing.
-Report to and actively support Director of Extraction and Processing on a daily basis to ensure
attainment of goals and deadlines.
-Drive productivity and cost effective production processes and develop innovative plans to achieve optimization.
-Work nights and weekends as needed to complete critical tasks.
-Perform other duties in production, packaging, labeling, and R&D as required.
-Uphold Ilera quality and teamwork objectives in all job aspects.
Competencies and Qualifications:
-Strong attention to detail
-Exceptional organizational skills
-Excellent problem solving skills
-Self motivated to learn and improve
-Proficient in computer programs including word processing, database management, spreadsheet
applications, and e-mail
-Ability to work independently and both manage and prioritize multiple tasks
-Mechanically inclined
-Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, changing, team environment
-Effectively communicate in English, both written and verbal
-Ability to push, pull, or lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
-Capable of sitting, standing, kneeling, bending, squatting and/or walking for extended periods
-Ability to read, interpret, and apply information obtained from drawings, schematics, manuals, data sheets, or other documents.
Desired Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree required.
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related fields is strongly preferred.
Experience in pharmaceutical formulation development is strongly preferred.
Experience working in a GMP manufacturing or laboratory environment is preferred.
Experience in the medical marijuana/cannabis industry is preferred.
Additional Requirements:
Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
Applicant must be at least 21 years of age.
Must be and remain compliant with any and all company regulations.
EEO Statement:
At Ilera Healthcare, employees and applicants are evaluated based on their qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. Ilera is committed to assuring equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Ilera is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy or related medical conditions, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, to include gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and gender identity, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and coworkers.
Disclaimer:
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The list of job responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, and the like is not exhaustive, rather it is illustrative of the current essential functions required for the position.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $40,000.00 /year
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