Extraction Technician

TerrAscend • Boonton, NJ

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About The Position

The Extraction Technician supports cannabis extraction and processing production by following the daily production schedule and meeting efficiency goals. The role verifies work areas, tools, and equipment are ready and in good working order; cleans and sanitizes processing materials and surfaces; and operates, cleans, and maintains extraction and processing equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures. The technician handles hazardous materials and cannabis waste safely, follows quality, safety, regulatory, legal, and food-safety requirements, and completes required production, equipment, quality, inventory, and state-mandated seed-to-sale records. The position also contributes to process improvement and may assist with post-processing, packaging, labeling, and research and development as needed.

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 compliance, and applicable legal and food-safety requirements.
• Safely operate, clean, and maintain extraction and production equipment, including supercritical fluid and solvent extraction systems, distillation systems, pumps, filters, and evaporators, according to SOPs.
• Safely handle hazardous materials such as butane, propane, and ethanol, and follow SOP and MSDS procedures for chemical handling and disposal.
• Safely 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 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 opportunities to build a career 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