Lab Technician

Green Thumb • Centreville, MD

11d • $22 - $24

About The Position

The Lab Technician assists with laboratory production, including distillation, extraction, winterization, and production of cannabis-infused products. The role involves preparing cannabis plant materials and laboratory equipment, operating extraction equipment according to company SOPs, processing cannabis concentrates and extracts, and producing products to recipes while meeting production, safety, and quality standards. The technician also maintains equipment and the laboratory, handles supplies and waste, sterilizes glassware, and may monitor production lines and collect samples for analysis. The position requires following standard analytical procedures and SOPs to support Good Laboratory Practices and Good Manufacturing Practices compliance, and recording data in laboratory notebooks, databases, and test reports.

Requirements

• Basic math skills.
• Familiarity with OSHA guidelines for handling hazardous chemicals.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team, with sound judgment, common sense, and resourcefulness.
• Ability to adapt and thrive in a demanding, fast-paced environment.
• Strong critical-thinking skills.
• Professionalism and integrity, including when handling confidential information.
• Must pass all required background checks.
• Must remain compliant with legal and company regulations for working in the industry.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must be approved to receive an Agent badge.
• Ability to perform grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods and lift, carry, and balance up to 50 pounds, or up to 200 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to work with daily exposure to allergens, including cannabis, tree nuts, and coconut oil.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or four-year degree with relevant college coursework in biology, chemistry, or physics.
• Prior production laboratory or manufacturing experience.
• Prior experience working in regulated environments.
• Prior extraction experience; cannabis extraction experience is highly desirable.
• Understanding of cannabis laws, rules, and regulations, and interest in furthering knowledge of the industry and its laws.

Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratory equipment and cannabis plant materials for extraction.
• Operate extraction equipment in accordance with Green Thumb SOPs.
• Process cannabis concentrates and extracts.
• Meet production goals while maintaining a focus on safety and quality.
• Produce products according to recipes and SOPs while maintaining high quality standards.
• Clean and maintain extraction equipment and the laboratory facility.
• Store supplies and equipment, dispose of waste according to guidelines, and keep laboratory work areas sanitary and safe.
• Wash and sterilize laboratory glassware.
• Monitor the production line and collect samples for analysis, as needed.
• Follow SOPs and standard analytical procedures to meet Good Laboratory Practices and Good Manufacturing Practices requirements.
• Record data in laboratory notebooks, computer databases, and test reports.
• Comply with Green Thumb rules, regulations, policies, and procedures, as well as applicable cannabis laws and regulations.

Benefits

• Positions may be eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program based on organization and individual performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed