Formulation Technician

Organigram•Aylmer, ON

About The Position

This role supports daily formulation and laboratory operations within a regulated production environment. Responsibilities include precise batch preparation, accurate documentation, and strict adherence to QA, HSE, and Health Canada requirements. The position plays a key role in maintaining product quality, managing materials and lab readiness, and contributing to process improvements and production efficiency. Ideal for a detail-oriented individual with a strong science background who thrives in a fast-paced, team-driven setting.

Requirements

Minimum BSc. Required.
Attention to detail and commitment to safety while operating process equipment.
Positive attitude with strong communication skills.
Strong time management skills including ability to multitask and prioritize.
Shows initiative and ownership of work and willingness to learn.
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
Physically fit; standing and/or sitting will be required for long periods of time and must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Required to pass a criminal background check.
Must be able to work various shift schedules as required.
Must be able to don all required PPE (respirators, goggles, etc.).

Nice To Haves

Experience within Cannabis industry is preferred.
Previous formulation experience within the cannabis industry preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure timely batch record completion with high accuracy.
Follow SOPs pertaining to all formulation processes.
Manage inventory of processing material and necessary lab supplies and notify leadership of order replenishment.
Perform sanitation activities as per GPP requirements.
Perform formulation tasks as assigned by manager in accordance to relevant SOPs; formulations include precise mixing of cannabinoids, carrier oils, terpenes and otherwise.
Adhere to all SOPs for the operation, QA and HSE.
Ensure 100% compliance with QA requirements during day-to-day activities.
Identify improvement opportunities and report issues in order to maximize efficiency, quality and yield while ensuring safety and reliability.
Train & Signoff all new employees or contractors as required.
Active participation in leading KPI discussion and achieve daily KPI production goals and indicate limitations in processes.
Lead submissions on monthly inventory reconciliation.
Sample preparation and submission for all required analytical testing to third party labs.
Detailed record keeping of batch data per Health Canada regulations.
Other duties as assigned.