Job 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 to laboratory equipment such as extraction equipment, short path equipment, and other laboratory equipment
- Maintaining inventory records of supplies, materials, and equipment, and preparing requisitions as needed. A working knowledge of Metrc is preferred.
- Storing supplies and equipment, disposal of waste according to guidelines, and keeping laboratory, storerooms 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.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
The qualified individual will have experience as an Extraction Technician with a background in either Cannabis or Organic and Inorganic Chemistry for medical purposes. Previous experience with oil extraction techniques and familiarity with ethanol and butane extraction processes.
- 1+ years of experience with ethanol and/or butane extraction in a lab that adheres to strict health and safety policies and procedures, preferably a regulated field producing cannabis-infused, pharmaceutical or nutraceutical products.
- Experience with Extraction Purification and Analysis preferred, but not required.
- Knowledge of medical marijuana law and medicinal benefits.
- Effective time-management skills and ability to multi-task.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing and challenging environment.
- Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree or its equivalent, from a recognized college or university, with a major in chemistry or a related field, is preferred.
- Degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry or related field a plus
Job Type: Full-time
Experience:
- butane extraction: 1 year
- ethanol extraction: 1 year
Education:
Required work authorization: