Extraction Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Extraction Technician

Organization Name : Etain LLC

Position Type : Full Time

Location : Chestertown, NY

About Etain :

Etain is New York's only women-founded, vertically integrated cannabis company with dispensaries in White Plains, Kingston, Syracuse and a flagship in Midtown East in New York City. Alongside their premium cannabis products, Etain carries a curated selection of women-owned CBD and health and wellness brands to highlight other women in the industry and their products.

Our mantra, "Take a moment with Etain", embodies the spirit and belief that their products meet the needs of our community by delivering the highest quality and purest products, so their patients feel good about investing in their health and wellbeing. They believe the future of cannabis is diverse, and they execute every day on making that future a reality by doing things differently and fostering diversity and inclusion in the cannabis space.

ROLE SUMMARY

The Extraction Technician will be responsible for operating multiple forms of extraction and processing equipment within the Etain manufacturing facility in Chestertown, NY. The Extraction Associate may also participate in packaging the oil for sale in a number of devices. This role involves repetitive tasks but requires an individual who can problem solve and troubleshoot mechanical issues independently.

Essential Functions :

• Extract plant material through ethanol and CO2 extraction
• Process plant extract through a variety of purification and refinement steps
• Participate in Research and Development activities designed to improve yield and production
• Maintain Batch Manufacturing Records as required by Good Manufacturing Practices, Etain LLC, and NYS regulations
• Perform preventative and restoration maintenance on all extraction, and some production equipment
• Participate in packaging activities such as filling vaporizers, producing lozenges, applying labels and boxing extracted products.
• Dispose of waste in accordance with the New York State Regulations, and Good Manufacturing Practices
• Follow the Etain LLC guidelines for sanitary practices regarding hand washing, and the use of PPE such as protective lenses, suits, gloves, shoe covers, scrubs, and work shoes, and face masks.
• Participate in cleaning all manufacturing areas including the extraction rooms, the manufacturing rooms, and the laboratory.
• Participate in training sessions designed to either improve your skills or your understanding of Etain LLC and the New York State Regulations.
• Work cohesively with team members to achieve department objectives.

Competencies :

Additional Responsibilities

Qualifications :

Work Environment

This is a manual labor position which requires heavy lifting. An individual in this role will work both independently and as part of a team, depending on the production requirements. This position operates within a factory / manufacturing setting which can have both high and low temperatures. Importantly, all members of the Etain staff must wear PPE including Tyvek suits, scrubs, boot covers, protective eyewear, hair and beard nets, gloves, and face masks.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand at a workstation for extended periods; walk; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms and ability to work on iPad, laptop or desktop for extended periods of time reading, reviewing and analyzing information and providing recommendations and summaries to patients. Must be able to effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing. Employees may be required to occasionally lift and / or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 25 pounds. Regular and predictable attendance is essential.

AAP / EEO Statement

Etain is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of race, color, religion, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other classification protected by law.

COMPANY BENEFITS

Etain provides comprehensive benefits offerings to all full-time employees. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, and a paid time off program.

Other Duties :

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Please note : Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.