Lab Technician

About the role

We’re looking for a Lab Technician to join our team. This position is responsible for assisting with lab production, including distillation, extraction, winterization, and production of cannabis-infused products. Our ideal candidate is familiar with standard laboratory practices and has previously worked in production laboratory environments. Prior experience with regulatory requirements, compliance, and workplace safety in highly regulated industries—especially cannabis—is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratory equipment and cannabis plant materials for extraction
• Operate intricate extraction equipment in accordance with Green Thumb SOPs
• Process cannabis concentrates and extracts
• Deliver on production goals while focused on safety and quality
• Produce product per recipes and SOPs, maintaining high quality standards
• Clean and maintain extraction equipment and laboratory facility
• Store supplies and equipment, dispose of waste according to guidelines, and keep laboratory working areas sanitary and safe
• Wash and sterilize laboratory glassware
• Monitor production line and collect samples for analysis
• Follow SOPs and standard analytical procedures to meet Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) compliance
• Record data in lab notebooks, computer databases, and test reports

Requirements

• Associate or 4-year degree with relevant college courses in biology, chemistry, or physics preferred
• Prior production laboratory or manufacturing experience preferred
• Prior experience working in regulated environments preferred
• Prior extraction experience desirable; prior cannabis extraction experience highly desirable
• Basic math skills
• Familiarity with OSHA guidelines for dealing with hazardous chemicals
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all employees
• Highly motivated, self-directed, innovative, and able to work independently or among teams with keen judgement, common sense, and resourcefulness
• Adapts and thrives in a demanding, fast-paced environment
• Possesses a high level of critical thinking
• Operates with a high level of professionalism and integrity, including dealing with confidential information
• Must understand and comply with the rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of Green Thumb
• Must have a solid understanding of cannabis laws, rules, and regulations and passion to further their understanding of the industry
• Must pass all required background checks
• Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
• Must be approved to receive an Agent badge

Working Conditions

• Regularly required to perform grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions
• Physical demands include standing and/or walking for extended periods and lifting, carrying, and balancing up to 50 pounds (200 pounds with assistance)
• Daily exposure to allergens such as cannabis, tree nuts, and coconut oil