Extraction Technician

TerrAscend • Boonton, NJ

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About The Position

The Extraction Technician supports cannabis extraction and processing production at TerrAscend. The role follows daily production schedules and company procedures while maintaining clean, safe, and compliant work areas and equipment. Responsibilities include operating extraction and processing equipment, safely handling hazardous materials and cannabis waste, completing accurate production and regulatory documentation, and contributing to process improvement. The technician may also assist with post-processing, packaging, labeling, and research and development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, chemistry, biochemistry, or a related field.
• Positive attitude and self-motivation.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.
• Ability to push, pull, or lift at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to sit, stand, kneel, bend, squat, and/or walk for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Follow the daily production schedule to help meet efficiency goals.
• Verify that work areas, tools, and processing equipment are maintained and in good working order before each shift or batch.
• Clean and sanitize glassware, transfer materials, storage vessels, tools, and work surfaces.
• Perform extraction and processing in accordance with quality and safety standards, regulatory requirements, legal requirements, and food safety requirements.
• Safely operate, clean, and maintain supercritical fluid and solvent extraction systems, distillation systems, pumps, filters, and evaporators according to SOPs.
• Safely handle hazardous materials, including butane, propane, and ethanol, and follow SOP- and MSDS-defined chemical handling and disposal procedures.
• Handle and dispose of cannabis waste according to SOPs.
• Produce accurate data and complete required batch, equipment, quality, inventory, and state-mandated seed-to-sale documentation.
• Accurately complete associated logs and tracking records.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of company processes.
• Maintain a safe and orderly workspace for personal and team safety.
• Perform other duties in post-processing production, packaging, labeling, and R&D as required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible team members.
• 401(k) savings opportunities.
• Paid time off and company holidays for eligible team members.
• Learning and development opportunities and career growth across the organization.
• Team member discounts and additional employee programs.
• Resources and programs focused on overall well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level