Laboratory Technician

Canopy Growth; Kincardine; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cannabis company in Kincardine is seeking a laboratory technician to conduct testing of cannabis samples for chemical composition. This role entails operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, documenting results, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate has a background in biology or chemistry, and skills in data analysis and teamwork. This is a full-time on-site role with a commitment to inclusivity and diversity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or related field preferred.
• Experience with laboratory or analytical equipment preferred.
• Impeccable accuracy to detail and analytical skills required.

Responsibilities

• Collect tissue samples from production and storage spaces.
• Perform cannabinoid potency testing and pathogen screening.
• Document and analyze test results for compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or a related field

Tools

HPLC

GC

Spectrometers

Job description

The Company

Canopy Growth, our mission is clear: improve lives, end cannabis prohibition, and strengthen communities. We believe that cannabis can be a force for good. We’re building a consumer-centric organization that is focused on sharing the transformational potential of cannabis with the world. We will achieve this through an innovative and disruptive portfolio of cannabis and hemp-derived products.

Canopy Growth is the world's leading cannabis and hemp company. We recognize that employees are at the core of our success, and we take pride in a corporate culture that emphasizes inclusiveness, collaboration, and diversity.

Our employees come from a wide range of backgrounds, each bringing their own unique skills and talents to the table, working together to continue our incredible momentum of growth. If you are interested in building global challenger brands, scaling a business, and working in a values-driven environment, we want to hear from you!

The Opportunity

We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled individual to perform laboratory testing of cannabis samples for chemical composition and pathogen diagnostics. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing accurate and timely cannabinoid potency and pathogen screening to support production, quality assurance, and compliance processes. This role involves operating, calibrating, and maintaining laboratory instruments, as well as documenting and analyzing results to ensure the highest product quality standards are met.

Responsibilities

Testing and Instrument Operation:

• Collect tissue samples from production and storage spaces.
• Perform cannabinoid potency testing on fresh or dry plant material, using the Orange Photonics LightLab Cannabis Analyzer.
• Perform pathogen screening on fresh or dry plant material, using the Agdia Isothermal Fluorometer and Agdia Pathogen ImmunoStrip Tests.
• Follow standard operating procedures for sample preparation, testing, and result recording.
• Ensure consistent, accurate, and reproducible test results.

Data Documentation and Reporting:

• Record and analyze test results in a clear, organized manner.
• Communicate findings to Plant Performance and Applied Research Manager, and Cultivation Manager.
• Prepare summary reports for internal use and regulatory compliance, if required.

Equipment Maintenance and Calibration:

• Perform routine maintenance and calibration of the instruments to ensure optimal functionality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic equipment issues; coordinate with Orange Photonics and Agdia support for advanced issues.

Laboratory Maintenance:

• Perform routine maintenance of the laboratory, as per standard operating procedures.

Compliance and Safety:

• Adhere to all company policies, standard operating procedures, and safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate and compliant documentation in line with local cannabis testing regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or a related field preferred.
• Experience operating laboratory or analytical equipment (e.g., HPLC, GC, spectrometers) preferred. Familiarity with cannabis testing, cultivation, or processing is a plus.
• Impeccable accuracy to detail and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in data entry and basic computer applications (e.g., Excel).
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and protocols.

Other Details

This is a full-time on site role based in Tiverton, ON

We appreciate your interest, and promise to review all applications, but we will only be contacting those who best fit the requirements.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation, please notify your Talent Acquisition Partner. Please note, the chosen applicant will be required to successfully complete background and reference checks.