Lab Technician
Curaleaf
Biddeford, ME
Full-time
Science
Posted on November 4, 2022
Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (CSE: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf") is a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis, with a mission to improve lives by providing clarity around cannabis and confidence around consumption. As a high-growth cannabis company known for quality, expertise, and reliability, the company and its brands, including Curaleaf and Select provide industry-leading service, product selection, and accessibility across the medical and adult-use markets. In the United States, Curaleaf currently operates in 23 states with 130 dispensaries, 25 cultivation sites, and over 30 processing sites, and employs over 5,000 team members. Curaleaf International is the leading vertically integrated cannabis company in Europe with a unique supply and distribution network throughout the European market, bringing together pioneering science and research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction, and production. Home | Curaleaf | Cannabis with Confidence
Our corporate social responsibility is Rooted In Good Diversity, Equity, Inclusion + Social Equity + Sustainability Social Responsibility | Curaleaf | Cannabis with Confidence We believe in taking corporate and social responsibility very seriously, from our educational outreach to national partnerships, state-wide initiatives and local causes. Giving back to the communities where we operate is important to us, and helps to change old attitudes by showing the positive impact of cannabis in creating jobs, changing lives, and helping local communities.
We educate. We advocate. We give.
Curaleaf
Operations – Processing
Processing Lab Technician
Curaleaf is looking for a Processing Lab Technician who can become an integral part of our organization and grow with our company. The ideal candidate is proactive, innovative, and passionate, able to beat deadlines and find answers when it appears there are none. Our lab team is driven to produce high quality cannabis extracts and operates as a collaborative unit to prepare multiple cannabis concentrate bulk forms for the lab packaging department. This role will work to perform cannabis extract processing and production of related products. This person will also be responsible for operating cannabis extraction equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
Role Responsibilities
Perform general manual labor tasks including loading, unloading, lifting, and moving materials.
Clean glassware and sensitive lab equipment, as well as general cleaning of the lab areas.
Work at an efficient pace in a production environment.
Lift loads up to 25lbs.
Operate technical machinery, following company SOPs.
Perform general maintenance of equipment, tools, and workspace.
Preparing equipment and plant materials for extraction, including but not limited to dry biomass grinding and fresh biomass packing in a freezer environment.
Maintaining strict inventory records of all plant materials, chemicals and equipment used in the laboratory, as well as data logs for the various extraction processes.
Role Expectations
Operate cannabis extraction equipment in a safe, productive manner.
Create product in a mass production setting.
Perform the following types of cannabis oil processing:
Closed loop extraction
Simple distillation or solvent recovery
Short path distillation
Wiped film distillation
Ethanol extraction
Winterization
Filtration
Solventless extraction
Rosin pressing
Product formulations
Proficiently handle the following hazardous materials: Butane, Propane, compressed Argon or Nitrogen, Ethanol, Isopropyl alcohol, Acetone, as well as hot and cold materials utilizing proper PPE
Logging and reporting with MJ Freeway to ensure that all material is being tracked in accordance with state law
Role Requirements
Strong organizational and communication skills
Candidate must be a self-starter, flexible to work in a collaborative structure and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to keep to a planned production schedule.
Must be proficient with computers
Bachelor of Science or equivalent years of experience preferred but not required
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Subject to criminal background check due to state cannabis regulations
Must possess the physical aptitude and health necessary to perform manual labor tasks required to accomplish duties
Curaleaf is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Our corporate social responsibility is Rooted In Good Diversity, Equity, Inclusion + Social Equity + Sustainability Social Responsibility | Curaleaf | Cannabis with Confidence We believe in taking corporate and social responsibility very seriously, from our educational outreach to national partnerships, state-wide initiatives and local causes. Giving back to the communities where we operate is important to us, and helps to change old attitudes by showing the positive impact of cannabis in creating jobs, changing lives, and helping local communities.
We educate. We advocate. We give.
Curaleaf
Operations – Processing
Processing Lab Technician
Curaleaf is looking for a Processing Lab Technician who can become an integral part of our organization and grow with our company. The ideal candidate is proactive, innovative, and passionate, able to beat deadlines and find answers when it appears there are none. Our lab team is driven to produce high quality cannabis extracts and operates as a collaborative unit to prepare multiple cannabis concentrate bulk forms for the lab packaging department. This role will work to perform cannabis extract processing and production of related products. This person will also be responsible for operating cannabis extraction equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
Role Responsibilities
Perform general manual labor tasks including loading, unloading, lifting, and moving materials.
Clean glassware and sensitive lab equipment, as well as general cleaning of the lab areas.
Work at an efficient pace in a production environment.
Lift loads up to 25lbs.
Operate technical machinery, following company SOPs.
Perform general maintenance of equipment, tools, and workspace.
Preparing equipment and plant materials for extraction, including but not limited to dry biomass grinding and fresh biomass packing in a freezer environment.
Maintaining strict inventory records of all plant materials, chemicals and equipment used in the laboratory, as well as data logs for the various extraction processes.
Role Expectations
Operate cannabis extraction equipment in a safe, productive manner.
Create product in a mass production setting.
Perform the following types of cannabis oil processing:
Closed loop extraction
Simple distillation or solvent recovery
Short path distillation
Wiped film distillation
Ethanol extraction
Winterization
Filtration
Solventless extraction
Rosin pressing
Product formulations
Proficiently handle the following hazardous materials: Butane, Propane, compressed Argon or Nitrogen, Ethanol, Isopropyl alcohol, Acetone, as well as hot and cold materials utilizing proper PPE
Logging and reporting with MJ Freeway to ensure that all material is being tracked in accordance with state law
Role Requirements
Strong organizational and communication skills
Candidate must be a self-starter, flexible to work in a collaborative structure and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to keep to a planned production schedule.
Must be proficient with computers
Bachelor of Science or equivalent years of experience preferred but not required
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Subject to criminal background check due to state cannabis regulations
Must possess the physical aptitude and health necessary to perform manual labor tasks required to accomplish duties
Curaleaf is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.