Lab Assistant

About the role

We are seeking a Lab Assistant to join our team in North Hollywood, CA. This position offers a competitive salary range of $21.00 - $23.00 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Execute oil intake and sample prep with speed, accuracy, and creative problem-solving to meet and exceed quality standards.
• Drive product excellence by assisting in large-scale blending, flavoring, and infusions while proactively identifying ways to optimize workflows.
• Support R&D breakthroughs and experimental projects to deepen product knowledge and fuel the cannabis revolution.
• Master advanced equipment like rotary evaporators for ethanol reclamation and maintain a pristine, safe workspace.
• Embrace flexibility in a fast-paced environment, adapting to new tech, R&D requests, and evolving processes.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent; extra credit for college coursework in chemistry, biology, or pharmaceutical sciences.
• At least 1 year of lab experience.
• Familiarity with lab techniques or a basic understanding of cannabis extracts—but we're open to eager learners with a hunger for improvement.
• Strong communication, a safety-first mindset for handling solvents, and collaboration on innovative lab solutions.
• A positive, team-oriented attitude with the grit to maintain precision in high-speed, repetitive record-keeping tasks.
• Flexibility for varying shifts and evolving roles in a scaling company.

Qualifications

• Good manual dexterity and patience for handling glass jars and precise sample preparations.
• Ability to learn and use complex lab machinery and specialized hand tools.
• Capable of bending, reaching, twisting, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working in environments with variable temperatures and handling materials over 180°F.

Skills

• Chemistry
• Biology
• Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Lab Techniques
• Cannabis Extracts

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Paid Company Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Complimentary Life Coach