CO2 Extraction - Refining Lead

Organigram•Aylmer, ON

29d•Onsite

About The Position

Organigram Global is a leading Canadian licensed producer shaping the future of cannabis through innovation, operational excellence, and a growing international presence. Founded in 2013 as a medical cannabis provider, we have evolved into one of Canada’s most trusted names in the adult-use recreational market, home to some of the country’s top-performing brands including SHRED, Boxhot, Big Bag o’ Buds, Edison, Monjour, Debunk, Rizzlers, and Trailblazer. Our operations span four provinces, purpose-built to lead across multiple product formats: Moncton, New Brunswick: Centre of excellence for indoor cannabis cultivation, R&D, and advanced automation. Lac-Supérieur, Quebec: Focused on premium flower and traditional hash production. Winnipeg, Manitoba: Highly automated facility dedicated to edibles and beverage manufacturing. Aylmer, Ontario: Specializes in infused pre-roll production and automated vape filling. London, Ontario: Strategic hub for packaging and distribution across all product lines. REFINING LEAD - DAY SHIFT Major Responsibilities Adhere to all SOPs for the operation, QA and HSE. Ability to complete distillation and post processing and provide guidance to team. Work safely with hazardous chemicals and cleaning agents being used – ensure to follow all safety procedures on site including donning of all appropriate PPE (respirator, goggles, etc.) Active participation in leading KPI discussion for extraction and achieve daily KPI production goals and indicate limitations in processes. Identify improvement opportunities and report issues in order to maximize efficiency, quality and yield while ensuring safety and reliability. Track and record all downtime, collaborating with the maintenance crew to schedule maintenance activities and reduce downtime. Follow isolation and LOTO procedures on high pressure equipment to allow maintenance activities to be completed safely. Lead submissions on weekly inventory counts and monthly inventory reconciliation. Perform operational tasks such as equipment set up, troubleshooting extraction equipment to minimize downtime. Communicate effectively with the previous and next shifts to ensure a smooth handoff for continuous production. Ensure timely batch record and work order entry completion with high accuracy. Achieve daily KPI production goals and indicate limitations in processes Follow training plan and Train & Signoff all new employees or contractors as required. Coordinate the activities of full-time and temporary workers in your work area as assigned; ensuring training is conducted, SOPs are followed, resources are allocated correctly to meet daily objectives, and any deviations are reported to Supervisor. Management of independent training modules to ensure that training for all extraction production areas are up to date with little oversight. Perform sanitation activities as per GPP requirements Ensure 100% compliance with QA requirements during day-to-day activities including sample submission to TPL. Work order entry into ERP system for dedicated area as required. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Minimum GED requirement with 2+ years laboratory, production/manufacturing, cannabis or equivalent experience Achieve Level II technician in Refining, distillation or refining Flex Tech preferred. Experience within Cannabis industry is a requirement. Mechanical inclination is an asset 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 time management skills including ability to multitask and prioritize Shows initiative and ownership of work and willingness to learn Basic 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.) SCHEDULE ● “Half Continental” rotating shift schedule (DAY shift): 4 days one week, 3 days the following week ● Sunday through to Saturday (7-day operation). Hours are 7:30am – 8:00pm (12.5 hours) ● Breaks are: three 30 min breaks to be broken up based on team needs and discussed with Supervisor/Manager Thank you for your interest in Organigram. Organigram is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fair and equitable recruitment practices, and we welcome the opportunity to discuss any accommodation needs required throughout the hiring process. If you require accommodations, please email us at [email protected] with the job posting title, your name and contact information, and your preferred method of contact. Please note that we may use AI tools to assist with the recruitment process; however, every candidate will be reviewed by a member of our recruitment team to ensure fair and individualized consideration. While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those shortlisted will be contacted for an interview.

Requirements

Minimum GED requirement with 2+ years laboratory, production/manufacturing, cannabis or equivalent experience
Experience within Cannabis industry is a requirement.
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 time management skills including ability to multitask and prioritize
Shows initiative and ownership of work and willingness to learn
Basic 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

Achieve Level II technician in Refining, distillation or refining Flex Tech preferred.
Mechanical inclination is an asset

Responsibilities

Adhere to all SOPs for the operation, QA and HSE.
Ability to complete distillation and post processing and provide guidance to team.
Work safely with hazardous chemicals and cleaning agents being used – ensure to follow all safety procedures on site including donning of all appropriate PPE (respirator, goggles, etc.)
Active participation in leading KPI discussion for extraction and achieve daily KPI production goals and indicate limitations in processes.
Identify improvement opportunities and report issues in order to maximize efficiency, quality and yield while ensuring safety and reliability.
Track and record all downtime, collaborating with the maintenance crew to schedule maintenance activities and reduce downtime.
Follow isolation and LOTO procedures on high pressure equipment to allow maintenance activities to be completed safely.
Lead submissions on weekly inventory counts and monthly inventory reconciliation.
Perform operational tasks such as equipment set up, troubleshooting extraction equipment to minimize downtime.
Communicate effectively with the previous and next shifts to ensure a smooth handoff for continuous production.
Ensure timely batch record and work order entry completion with high accuracy.
Achieve daily KPI production goals and indicate limitations in processes
Follow training plan and Train & Signoff all new employees or contractors as required.
Coordinate the activities of full-time and temporary workers in your work area as assigned; ensuring training is conducted, SOPs are followed, resources are allocated correctly to meet daily objectives, and any deviations are reported to Supervisor.
Management of independent training modules to ensure that training for all extraction production areas are up to date with little oversight.
Perform sanitation activities as per GPP requirements
Ensure 100% compliance with QA requirements during day-to-day activities including sample submission to TPL.
Work order entry into ERP system for dedicated area as required.
Other duties as assigned.