Technician, Product Launch - Hybrid (Onsite & Remote)

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Title: Technician, Product Launch
Type: Full Time, 40 hours/week
Location: Hybrid, Onsite Ontario

About us:
Hi, we’re Aurora Cannabis! We’re a global cannabis company dedicated to improving lives through our innovative brands like Aurora, Aurora Drift, San Rafael ’71, and Whistler. Our passionate team, known as the “A-Team,” works together to deliver an exceptional cannabis experience, driven by our values of BIG, BOLD, and PURPOSEful action.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic Technician, Product Launch to focus on scaling up and operationalizing new cannabis products and extensions for Aurora’s channels in Canada and globally.

Responsibilities include:

• Implementing processes for product scale-up within Aurora’s facilities, covering various product forms such as dried flower, pre-rolls, extracts, edibles, etc.
• Designing validation trials, troubleshooting, and refining production processes.
• Coordinating with production planning and operations for trial execution.
• Analyzing product samples using analytical chemistry techniques.
• Processing data, presenting results, and documenting procedures.
• Developing SOPs and documentation for product launch and manufacturing.
• Collaborating with engineering and procurement for equipment setup and calibration.
• Innovating packaging in compliance with regulations for both recreational and medical markets.
• Performing other related duties as needed.

Qualifications:

• B.Sc in Food Science, Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, B.Eng, or related field.
• Experience in cannabis, pharma, or related industries preferred.
• Knowledge of extraction technologies (butane, ethanol, solventless, etc.) is an asset.

Ideal candidate traits:

• Expertise in analytical chemistry instrumentation (HPLC, LC-MS, GC-MS) is an asset.
• Passion for cannabis and understanding of the supply chain from ideation to commercialization.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, troubleshoot, and work independently.
• Knowledge of regulations and experience in a regulated environment is a plus.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Illustrator, and understanding of 3PL, supply chain, and distribution is beneficial.
• Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills; proficient in Microsoft Office.

Life at Aurora: We offer competitive compensation, stock options, RRSP matching, bonuses, remote work, benefits, and a vibrant culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion. Learn more on our Careers Page - Aurora Global Leader in Cannabis (auroramj.com).

Next steps: Apply via our website. We review applications promptly and will contact suitable candidates. Don’t meet all requirements? Apply anyway! Share this posting and join our Talent Community. Aurora employees can participate in our referral program for bonuses.

Diversity & Inclusion: We foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We encourage all candidates to apply and offer accommodations during the recruitment process upon request.

Health & Safety: Aurora will contact candidates via email. We do not request confidential info through social media. Never share banking or social insurance details during interviews.

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