Extraction Lead

Verano•Albion, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Extraction Lead provides guidance and specialized skill support to Extraction Specialists and is responsible for the extraction operations within a cannabis cultivation facility. This role involves overseeing the cannabis extraction process and the manufacturing of cannabis concentrates. Extraction Specialists, including the Lead, may be cross-trained to support other departments occasionally, such as the processing of dry cannabis flower, to meet business needs.

Requirements

Previous experience in a commercial cannabis extraction lab.
Able to follow detailed instruction and capable of performing repetitive tasks.
Must have a positive attitude and work well with others in a team environment.
Willing to learn about, operate, and maintain facility equipment in a safe manner.
Able to understand proper and safe handling of hazardous materials.
Must have effective time management and multitasking skills.
Must have strong computer skills.
Ability to safely climb, squat, bend, twist, kneel and stand for at least 8 hours per day, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Must be 21 years of age or older and able to successfully register with the state’s cannabis commission as an agent.
Must comply with all laws, regulations, and policies associated with the industry.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree, Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent in a scientific discipline preferred.
Previous experience in a regulated production facility (food, beverage, CPG, etc.) preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide guidance to incoming and current extraction specialists by showing tips, tricks, and best practices.
Help extraction specialists understand and follow departmental processes.
Aid Assistant Extraction and Extraction Manager with new hire training.
Visually inspect equipment for any damage and assist management with necessary calibrations.
Prepare equipment, biomass, and raw materials for extraction.
Carefully move extracts to storage areas prior to packaging and verify batch numbers.
Execute extractions and post-extraction processes.
Operate extraction equipment, such as rotary evaporators, reactors, filtration equipment, etc.
Ensure the consistency and efficiency of products through quality control testing and procedures.
Collect samples as needed for quality testing.
Regularly clean and sterilize equipment and workspace.
Maintain strict inventory record of raw materials, chemicals, waste, and equipment.
Manage, document, and dispose lab waste.
Maintain Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for all chemicals and products.
Follow laboratory safety protocols.
Monitor and maintain quality control measures in accordance with state and local laws.
Adhere to company policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
Maintain a clean and safe working environment within the facility and production areas.
Immediately inform Extraction Manager of any system or equipment discrepancies.
Ensure all products are of high quality and visually aesthetic, reporting concerns to management for remediation.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.