CO2 Extraction - Isolation/Post Processing Technician

Organigram Global; Aylmer; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Organigram Global in Aylmer, Ontario is seeking an Isolation/Post Processing Technician for day shift operations. Applicants should possess a minimum of a BSc along with one year of relevant experience, preferably in the cannabis industry. The technician will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of isolation equipment, handling cannabis extracts, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Strong communication and time management skills are essential, along with a positive attitude and commitment to safety. This role requires working in a fast-paced environment and must adhere to health and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• 1+ years laboratory, production/manufacturing, or pharmaceutical experience required.
• Experience in the cannabis industry is preferred.
• Must be comfortable wearing a respirator and performing PPE duties.

Responsibilities

• Operation, calibration and maintenance of isolation equipment.
• Handle cannabis extracts and solvents, following SOPs.
• Train new employees or contractors as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Time management

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Education

Minimum BSc or equivalent

Job description

Isolation/Post Processing Technician – Day Shift

Position Overview

• Operation, calibration and preventive maintenance of isolation equipment.
• Handling large volumes of cannabis extracts and solvents.
• Follow SOPs pertaining to all analytical testing and formulation equipment.
• Manage inventory of processing material and necessary lab supplies and notify leadership of order replenishment.
• Perform sanitation activities as per GPP requirements.
• Ensure timely batch record completion with high accuracy.
• Perform isolation and post processing tasks as assigned by manager in accordance with relevant SOPs.
• Adhere to all SOPs for operation, QA and HSE.
• Ensure 100% compliance with QA requirements during day-to-day activities.
• Train and sign off all new employees or contractors as required.
• Active participation in leading KPI discussion and achieved daily KPI production goals and indicate limitations in processes.
• Lead submissions on monthly inventory reconciliation.
• Sample preparation and submission for all required analytical testing to third party labs.
• Identify improvement opportunities and report issues in order to maximize efficiency, quality and yield while ensuring safety and reliability.
• Detail record keeping of batch data per Health Canada regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum BSc or equivalent with 1+ years laboratory, production/manufacturing, or pharmaceutical experience.
• Experience within the cannabis industry is preferred.
• Previous isolation experience within the cannabis industry preferred.
• 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.
• Strong 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.
• Must be comfortable wearing a respirator (need to be clean shaven).
• Must be able to work various shift schedules as required.
• Must be able to do all required PPE (respirators, goggles, etc.).

Schedule

• Half Continental rotating shift schedule (day shift): 4 days one week, 3 days the following week.
• Sunday through to Saturday (7‑day operation).
• Hours are 7:30am – 8:00pm (12.5 hours).
• Breaks are: three 30 minute breaks to be broken up based on team needs and discussed with Supervisor/Manager.