What are the responsibilities and job description for the Extraction Lab Technician position at Jungle Boys Florida?
Description
We are a collective of passionate and energetic cultivators and retailers working toward a singular mission: to grow clean and potent cannabis. For over a decade, we have strived to change the way people think about the industry. It’s more than just what we do – it’s who we are. From humble backyard beginnings to state-of-the-art grow facilities, we’re always searching for ways to perfect the process and take our jungle to new heights. Sharing our successes, challenges, and experiences with our community, we’re proud to inspire and educate the next generation of cannabis enthusiasts.
We are in search of an Extraction Lab Technician to add to our growing team. As an Extraction Lab Tech, you will be responsible for assisting the Extraction Lab Manager with all volatile processes for our newest production line. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess a high level of critical thinking, and is highly motivated and self-directed.
Requirements and Responsibilities
- Prepare laboratory equipment and cannabis plant materials for extraction
- Operate and maintain extraction equipment with proper SOPs and checklists; routinely update safety and maintenance logs
- Immediately report conformance issues with products, equipment, and processes to manager
- Deliver on production goals, while focused on safety, product quality, and scheduling demands
- Produce product per recipes and SOPs, maintaining high quality standards
- Receive and inventory supplies required for processing, including dry goods, frozen plant material, and volatile gasses
- Track inputs and outputs to optimize processes and increase yields
- Support Lab Packaging department efforts as needed to meet business needs
- Partner with the Edibles Kitchen to develop oils as required for department specific processes
- Partner with the Solventless department to meet timelines and business goals as required
- Complying with all documented security procedures and safeguarding inventory against diversion.
- Ability to develop new products with research and support from Department Manager; participate in new product launches to support retail and patient education
- Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and sanitation on equipment, work surfaces, and laboratory spaces; follow all waste and hazmat protocols
- Comfort working with and around volatile gasses; continued training, handling skills, and hazmat gas responsibilities will be provided
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior manufacturing or product development lab experience preferred
- Demonstrated advanced understanding of Microsoft Excel
- Proficiency in data entry, working with spreadsheets, and mathematical calculations
- Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standard operating procedures, checklists, and protocols.
- Familiarity with OSHA guidelines for dealing with hazardous chemicals
This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.
Physical and Mental Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to remain in a stationary position, move and position oneself, communicate, operate, and prepare, and place, and position objects, tools, or controls. The employee must occasionally move packages weighing up to 50 lb (200 pounds with assistance). Specific vision abilities required by this job include close observation and the ability to adjust focus. The mental and physical requirements described here represent those that must be met by an individual, with or without reasonable accommodation, to perform the essential functions of this position successfully.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to remain in a stationary position, move and position oneself, communicate, operate, and prepare, and place, and position objects, tools, or controls. The employee must occasionally move packages weighing up to 50 lb (200 pounds with assistance). Specific vision abilities required by this job include close observation and the ability to adjust focus. The mental and physical requirements described here represent those that must be met by an individual, with or without reasonable accommodation, to perform the essential functions of this position successfully.
Working Environment:
Work is performed in a manufacturing environment. The noise level in the work environment can range from low to high. Temperatures in the work environment range from cold and dry to warm and humid. The work environment requires the use of PPE at all phases, and strict cleaning and cross-contamination protocols. The product and plants are agriculture goods that have the ability to produce odors that may linger, can penetrate clothing, and heighten senses.
Work is performed in a manufacturing environment. The noise level in the work environment can range from low to high. Temperatures in the work environment range from cold and dry to warm and humid. The work environment requires the use of PPE at all phases, and strict cleaning and cross-contamination protocols. The product and plants are agriculture goods that have the ability to produce odors that may linger, can penetrate clothing, and heighten senses.
EEO Statement:
Jungle Boys is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We prioritize an environment of inclusion, diversity, and social justice and are committed to securing a better, brighter way forward for our employees, markets, and communities.
Jungle Boys is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We prioritize an environment of inclusion, diversity, and social justice and are committed to securing a better, brighter way forward for our employees, markets, and communities.
