Senior Lab Technician (Lab Lead)

iAnthus Capital•Cumberland, MD

1d•$21

About The Position

The Senior Lab Technician (Lab Lead) reports directly to the Supervisor, Extraction Lab, supporting our extraction facility operations. The Lab Tech Lead is responsible for overseeing the entire extraction process, ensuring the consistent and efficient production of high-quality cannabinoid extracts. This position requires leading and mentoring junior lab technicians, implementing and optimizing extraction methodologies, and conducting in-depth quality control checks.

Requirements

Must be twenty-one (21) years of age or older (18 in NY).
High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Must consent to a criminal background check. Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of the criminal background check.
Minimum of three years’ experience in an extraction laboratory setting, preferably in the cannabis industry.
Must have reliable transportation.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Advanced knowledge of state-specific cannabis laws and regulatory compliance is non-negotiable.
Strong interpersonal abilities for seamless collaboration across all company levels.
Effective decision-making skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Excellent organizational skills with acute attention to detail.
Proficient in both oral and written communication.
Able to prioritize tasks effectively and work in a heavily regulated environment.

Nice To Haves

Advanced closed-loop hydrocarbon extraction experience preferred.
Advanced extract refinement experience.

Responsibilities

Provide guidance, training, and support to junior lab technicians.
Oversee daily operations, ensuring adherence to protocols, safety measures, and quality standards.
Manage and execute complex extraction procedures, optimizing methodologies to maximize yield and quality.
Implement and refine extraction techniques such as CO2, ethanol, hydrocarbon, or other relevant methods.
Conduct comprehensive quality control checks on extracted products, ensuring consistency, potency, and purity.
Develop and enforce quality assurance procedures to comply with industry regulations and standards.
Maintain and troubleshoot extraction equipment, ensuring proper functionality and performance.
Conduct regular equipment inspections, calibrations, and preventive maintenance tasks.
Maintain accurate records of extraction activities, batch logs, inventory, and quality control reports.
Generate detailed reports outlining extraction processes, yields, and any deviations encountered.
Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols, handling hazardous materials, and waste disposal in compliance with regulatory requirements.
Provide training and enforce safety measures among lab personnel to maintain a safe work environment.
Contribute ideas for process enhancements, efficiency improvements, and workflow optimizations.
Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including cultivation, quality assurance, and production, to coordinate activities and meet production goals.
Communicate effectively with management, providing updates on operations, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
Follow and implement the company’s core values, including respect, diversity, sustainability, research, and service.
Adhere to iAnthus' cultural principles of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
Additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

12 days of Paid Time Off
Nine Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Parental Leave
Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, and Transit Benefits
401(k)
Employer Paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Discounts
Ability to work in a growing company where your talents and skills can have a positive impact