Extraction/Sample preparation Technicians
Nascient is seeking extraction/sample preparation technicians for our cannabis testing lab located in Chatsworth, CA.
Responsibilities:
- Preparing equipment and plant materials for extraction.
- Operating highly sophisticated extraction equipment.
- Processing concentrates and extracts.
- Cleaning and maintenance of extraction equipment and laboratory facility.
- Maintaining strict inventory records of all plant materials, chemicals and equipment used in the laboratory.
- Operating, maintaining, and making adjustments and repairs to laboratory equipment such as liquid chromatography systems, pumps, microscopes, balances, centrifuges, and other laboratory equipment.
- Maintaining inventory records of supplies, materials, and equipment, and preparing requisitions as needed.
- Storing supplies and equipment, disposal of waste according to guidelines, and keeping laboratory, store rooms and working areas immaculate.
- Washing and sterilizing laboratory glassware.
- Performing clerical work related to laboratory activities such as word processing, record keeping, filing, and answering telephone inquiries.
- Maintaining material safety data sheets for all department chemicals and products.
- Adherence to quality control documentation.
- Compliance with local and state guidelines requiring chain of custody of controlled substances.
- Other duties as assign.
Qualifications
- Experience with Extraction Purification and Analysis preferred, but not required.
- Experience with ISO/IEC 17025:2017.
- Effective time-management skills and ability to multi-task.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing and challenging environment.
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Biological, Chemical, agricultural, environmental, or related sciences from an accredited college or university; or have completed two years of college or university education that included coursework in biological, chemical, agricultural, environmental, or related sciences from an accredited college or university and three years full-time practical experience.
Job Type: Full-time
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