Job Description
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:
-Adhere to the daily production and packaging schedules 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 or batch.
-Clean and sanitize glassware, transfer materials, storage vessels, tools, and working surfaces.
-Ensure that all processing, packaging, and labeling activities are performed with attention to strict Ilera quality and safety standards, regulatory compliance, and all other applicable legal and food safety requirements.
-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).
-Produce reliable, precise data for the completion of all required batch, equipment, quality, inventory and state mandated seed-to-sale documentation.
-Contribute to continuous improvement of Ilera process SOPs, work instructions and controlled document revisions.
-Assist in research objectives to drive product development and formulation.
-Support Quality Control and Quality Assurance by collecting and preparing samples.
-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 daily 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
-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:
High School diploma or GED equivalent is required. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related fields 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
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $12.00 /hour
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