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Lab Director
Ref #:
47
Location:
S. California
Salary:
$110k-$150k
Sector:
Cannabis
Type:
Permanent
The Client is a manufacturer and packer in the medicinal cannabis industry, offering best-in-class products for its clients and customers. With its state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in San Diego, CA.
We are looking for an experienced Extraction Laboratory Director to join their team. A successful Extraction Laboratory Manager candidate would be a true leader able to innovate, hold standards, and develop the crew.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (This list is not intended to be all inclusive)
- Perform BHO Extraction & create various concentrates for medical consumption.
- Mastery of METRC relative to batch tracking at a cannabis infused products company.
- Communicates, interacts, and works effectively with others; receptive to feedback and coaching; voices concern in a constructive manner.
- Follow all safety protocols and policies.
- Bring innovation to the company and industry.
- Develop, create, and maintain SOPs for the laboratory.
- Manage a crew of Ethanol and Hydrocarbon Extraction Techs
- Maintain and operate short-path and wipe film distillation and extraction equipment.
- Responsible for utilizing all required processes while maintaining a clean and sterile workplace.
- Responsible for producing distillate, wax, shatter, diamonds, sauce, and crumble products.
- Follow all regulatory, compliance, and safety requirements including protective clothing and gear when handling hazardous chemicals.
- Work with the team to ensure product integrity through the entire extraction process.
- Perform any other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- At least 2 years' worth of experience doing hydrocarbon extraction (BHO) and distillation for the vape and infused cannabis products industry.
- Must be 21 years old per state regulations and pass a criminal background check.
- Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or related field preferred.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks for an extended period of time.
- Possess strong communication skills.
- Ability to pay attention to detail and extremely organized.
- Able to adapt to changing roles and responsibilities.
- Analytical and process-thinking with a focus on continuous improvement.
Schedule:
8-hour shift including Holidays, Monday thru Friday. On call on Weekends.
- Work Location: One location
- Work Remotely: No
- May require working rotating shifts with varied hours/day, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.