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Laboratory Manager

Job ID: 1800
Company: LeafWerx
Location: Wenatchee, WA
Salary: $45,000 a year
Number of Vacancy: 1
Employment Type: Not Specified
Posted: 30+ days ago

Job Description:

Leafwerx is dedicated to developing breakthrough pharmaceutical grade products. Here at Leafwerx we use cutting edge technology to produce the highest quality outdoor cannabis which we use to manufacture a variety of cannabis products. If you choose to join the team here at Leafwerx you will be responsible for helping produce the highest quality concentrates for the Washington cannabis market. Our purpose is to manufacturing safe cannabis products. Our goal is to replace the negative social stigma associated with cannabis, with an all-natural, bio-nutraceutical approach. Because of this we use carbon dioxide to extract the active chemicals in the cannabis plant.

Responsibilities:

  • Schedule extraction tech’s and material for extraction
  • Schedule and perform regular maintenance, cleaning, and repairs of all equipment.
  • Schedule and maintain testing for research and development as well as state compliance
  • Order necessary machine parts and upgrade equipment when necessary to ensure optimal performance.
  • Perform some administrative tasks, such as documenting all machine maintenance, making equipment orders, and improving or developing safety guidelines for equipment use.
  • Optimize current extraction systems
  • Research and/or investigate ideas to improve processes and recommended action necessary to modify existing operations to increase production, reduce costs and conserve energy.
  • Develop and/or update Standard Operating Procedures in the established format for identified units within the plant to ensure they are consistent with regulatory standards and Company policies.

Requirements:

  • 0-3 years of experience with Supercritical Fluid 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
  • Ability to prepare, analyze, and interpret analytical data
  • Proficient knowledge of Microsoft operating platforms.
  • Demonstrated ability to read and use schematics related to manufacturing equipment.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to write reports, draft policies and procedures, develop presentations and conduct training sessions.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrate the ability to be flexible.
  • Self-motivated, strong analytical skills and detail-oriented.
  • Capable to work independently as well as in a team setting.
  • Strong knowledge and understanding of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines for workplace safety and hazardous chemicals.
  • Compliance and understanding of Current Good Manufacturing Processes (CGMP) guidelines.

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Required) in chemical engineering, biochemistry or related field

Qualifications

  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $45,000.00 /year

Experience:

  • Supercritical Fluid Extraction in a Lab: 1 year (Required)

Education:

  • High school (Required)