Extraction Technician

Curaleaf•Chambersburg, PA

38d•Onsite

About The Position

As an Extraction Technician, you play a key role in ensuring smooth extraction operations in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. You are a detail-oriented and safety-conscious professional with a passion for producing high-quality cannabis concentrates. You will handle biomass preparation and operate Hydrocarbon and COâ extraction equipment in a C1D1 environment, always prioritizing safety and efficiency. You thrive in a setting where Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) are essential, ensuring compliance and consistency in every step of the extraction process. Collaboration is second nature to you-you work closely with the lab team to meet production goals while maintaining the highest quality and safety standards.

Requirements

Strong organizational and communication skills with attention to detail.
A self-motivated and adaptable attitude, the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Ability to execute extraction techniques with precision and consistency.
Proficiency in documentation and inventory management, ensuring accurate record-keeping and organization.
Strong time management skills, capable of adhering to planned production schedules.
Proficiency in computer systems for data entry, tracking, and compliance reporting.

Nice To Haves

You have 1 year of experience as a hydrocarbon extraction technician.
You have a degree in related science or engineering.
You possess advanced knowledge of cannabis and cannabis extracts.

Responsibilities

Operate solventless terpene extraction, short path distillation, and rotary evaporator equipment for refining cannabis oil.
Ensure compliance and consistency by following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
Troubleshoot, maintain, and optimize extraction and refinement equipment to ensure peak performance.
Accurately document batch records and track materials using Cannabis Tracking Systems (CTSs) (e.g., MJ Freeway).
Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant laboratory, ensuring all equipment is properly sterilized and stored.
Adhere to safety protocols while working with C1D1-rated equipment and hazardous materials, including hydrocarbons, compressed gases, and solvents.
Assist in daily manufacturing operations, supporting production goals and process improvements.
Prepare and clean workspaces and equipment at the start and end of extraction cycles.
Cross-train in CIS extraction processes, including winterization, filtration, and biomass packing.
Participate in team meetings and contribute to efficiency, safety, and compliance improvements.
Support lab packaging and additional production tasks as needed.