HPLC Technician

At Curaleaf, we’re redefining the cannabis industry with a strong commitment to quality, expertise, and innovation. As a leading global cannabis provider, our brands—including Curaleaf, Select, and Grassroots—offer premium products and services in both medical and adult-use markets. Join us to be part of a high-growth, purpose-driven company that champions corporate social responsibility through our Rooted in Good initiative, supporting community outreach and positive change. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, drive innovation, and help shape the future of cannabis.

About the role

As a High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) Lab Technician at Curaleaf, you will play a key role in quality assurance and cannabinoid testing across Processing, Cultivation, and Research & Development. This is a highly hands-on laboratory role focused on sample preparation, analytical testing, compliance, and maintaining quality standards throughout the production process. You’ll work independently at times while partnering cross-functionally to ensure accurate results, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, test, and analyze daily samples using HPLC systems and other laboratory equipment
• Perform cannabinoid testing and quality control throughout multiple stages of production
• Calibrate, troubleshoot, maintain, and validate analytical systems and laboratory equipment
• Create dilutions, document results, and maintain accurate records in EBRs, Smart Sheets, and Excel
• Operate and support extraction and processing equipment as needed within the production environment
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness, organization, equipment, and inventory in alignment with cGMP standards and SOPs
• Partner with third-party testing laboratories to support quality assurance and compliance efforts
• Ensure all laboratory operations, documentation, and waste handling remain compliant with company policies and state regulations

Requirements

• 1–2 years of laboratory, manufacturing, QA/QC, or analytical testing experience
• Experience with HPLC and GC analysis, preferably using Agilent equipment and ChemStation software
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical skills with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent attention to detail, record-keeping, and mathematical proficiency for analyzing test results and maintaining compliance documentation
• Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures, compliance standards, and organic/inorganic chemistry principles
• Strong computer skills and experience working within laboratory systems, software, and documentation platforms
• High school diploma or GED required

Qualifications

Even better if:

• You hold an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a science-related field
• You have cannabis industry experience or familiarity with cannabinoid testing and regulated production environments
• You have experience working within cGMP, SOP-driven, or highly regulated laboratory settings

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• This position has allergen warnings, potential exposure to dust, pollen, and plant pathogens
• Requires daily use of provided PPE, such as masks, hair nets, beard covers, respirators, boot covers, scrubs, non-slip shoes, and Tyvek suits as necessary
• Exposure to loud noises, including but not limited to air compressors, packaging equipment, and alarms
• Exposure to CO₂ manufacturing procedures at OSHA-approved CO₂ levels
• Requires high-stress tolerance, adaptability, and flexibility, as well as the ability to work in an ever-changing environment
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk, use hands to finger or feel, reach with hands and arms
• The employee is occasionally required to climb and balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and lift up to 50 lbs
• Requires close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Pay

$22.50 – $25.00 per hour

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Benefits

• Career growth opportunities
• Competitive pay and benefits
• Generous PTO and parental leave
• 401(K) retirement plan
• Life/disability insurance
• Community involvement initiatives
• Referral bonuses and product discounts

Benefits vary by state, role type, and eligibility.