Lab Assistant - Job ID 1895782

DCM Inc•Hagerstown, MD

About The Position

The Lab Assistant supports day-to-day laboratory production activities, including distillation and extraction, infused concentrate formulation and dispensing, edible base formulation, and HPLC and GCMS testing under the direction of the Assistant General Manager. The role helps maintain operational procedures and supports smooth, efficient laboratory operations. The posting also states that the position will mainly work in the greenhouse, where high light and heat levels are present. The work includes preparing products, equipment, and plant materials; operating and monitoring machinery; assisting with testing and formulations; maintaining laboratory areas and equipment; handling materials and waste; and supporting packaging. Employees must follow operational, safety, and HR policies and be able to perform the stated physical tasks, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years of age.
Pass a Federal and State criminal history background check.
Have at least a high school degree.
Have basic computer skills.
Be able and willing to perform the listed physical tasks, including carrying or lifting loads up to 50 pounds, often repeatedly.
Be able to stand, stoop, squat, or crouch for more than four hours sequentially.
Be able to use arms, hands, and fingers repetitively for extended periods to cut and manipulate small objects.
Be willing and able to work in high light and heat levels.
Be able to work at a fast pace in a high-production environment.
Demonstrate personal accountability, proactive behavior, attention to detail, observational skills, and the ability to perform tasks correctly, efficiently, and effectively.
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing, remain calm in high-pressure situations, and maintain respectful, open communication with management and coworkers.
Be willing and able to work as a member of a team.

Nice To Haves

General laboratory experience.
Pipetting experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare products, equipment, and plant materials for extraction.
Monitor active equipment, perform minor repairs, and report equipment irregularities to the Assistant General Manager.
Operate machinery in accordance with operational and safety guidelines.
Take instruction from the Assistant General Manager and assist with assigned tasks.
Assist with ethanol, butane, and solventless extraction.
Assist with potency and terpene testing using HPLC and GCMS machines.
Assist with infused concentrate formulation and dispensing.
Assist with infused edible base formulation.
Perform weighing, liquid handling, and pipetting tasks accurately.
Clean and maintain the laboratory, glassware, and other equipment.
Perform manual labor tasks, including loading, unloading, lifting, and moving materials.
Dispose of waste according to established guidelines.
Support packaging, including verifying weights, detecting visual defects, applying labels, and counting completed units into predetermined case pack sizes.
Perform other duties as necessary.
Follow HR policies, including confidentiality and non-disclosure requirements.