CO2 Extraction - Hydrocarbon Extraction Technician

Socket.dev; Aylmer; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking an HydroCarbon Extraction Technician in Ontario, Canada. The role involves following SOPs, operating extraction equipment, and maintaining safety with PPE.

You will manage material packing, inventory, and onboarding of new staff while hitting daily KPI targets. Qualified candidates have cannabis/manufacturing experience, strong attention to detail, and solid communication and time-management skills.

Qualifications

• Cannabis/manufacturing experience preferred.
• Cannabis industry experience asset.
• Mechanical inclination asset.
• Attention to detail and safety while operating process equipment.
• Positive attitude with strong communication skills.
• Strong time management and multitasking ability.
• Initiative and ownership of work; willingness to learn.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to SOPs for the operation, QA and HSE.
• Operate HC extractor processes and material packing; support THCA isolation.
• Handle hazardous chemicals with proper PPE and safety procedures.
• Maintain inventory control of processing material and lab supplies.
• Lead KPI discussions for extraction and crystallization; meet daily KPI goals.
• Identify improvements to maximize efficiency, quality and yield while preserving safety.
• Set up equipment and troubleshoot extraction equipment to minimize downtime.
• Communicate handoffs between shifts for continuous production.
• Ensure timely batch records with high accuracy.
• Train and sign off new employees or contractors as required.
• Perform sanitation per GPP requirements.
• Ensure 100% QA compliance in day-to-day activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cannabis experience

Cannabis industry

Mechanical inclination

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Time management

Initiative

Physical fitness

Background check

PPE competency

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

HydroCarbon Extraction Technician

Major Responsibilities

• Adhere to all SOPs for the operation, QA and HSE.
• Ability to complete material packing, HC extractor operations, and, at minimum, able to operate one method of THCA isolation processes.
• Work safely with hazardous chemicals and cleaning agents being used – ensure to follow all safety procedures on site including donning of all appropriate PPE (respirator, goggles, etc.)
• Keep accurate inventory control on processing material and lab supplies and notify leadership of order replenishment
• Active participation in leading KPI discussion for extraction and crystallization and achieve daily KPI production goals and indicate limitations in processes.
• Identify improvement opportunities and report issues in order to maximize efficiency, quality and yield while ensuring safety and reliability
• Perform operational tasks such as equipment set up, troubleshooting extraction equipment to minimize downtime
• Communicate effectively with the previous and next shifts to ensure a smooth handoff for continuous production
• Ensure timely batch record completion with high accuracy
• Achieve daily KPI production goals and indicate limitations in processes
• Train & Signoff all new employees or contractors as required
• Perform sanitation activities as per GPP requirements
• Ensure 100% compliance with QA requirements during day-to-day activities
• Train & Signoff all new employees or contractors as required.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Cannabis and/or Manufacturing experience preferred
• Experience within Cannabis industry is an asset
• Mechanical inclination is an asset
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety while operating process equipment
• Positive attitude with strong communication skills
• Strong time management skills including ability to multitask and prioritize
• Shows initiative and ownership of work and willingness to learn
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Physically fit; standing and/or sitting will be required for long periods of time and must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Required to pass a criminal background check
• Must be able to work various shift schedules as required
• Must be able to don all required PPE (respirators, goggles, etc.)

Days and Night shifts are available. Please specify in your application which shift you would prefer or if you are indifferent to either.

Night shift offers a $1.50/hour premium.