Cannabis Extraction Lab Lead - Lead Tech & Safety Champion

Ascend Wellness Holdings (CSE: AAWH.U / OTCQX:AAWH); Barry (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascend Wellness Holdings (AWH) is seeking an Extraction Lab Lead in Illinois to support the Extraction Supervisor in daily cannabis extraction operations. This hourly role leads technicians, ensures safety and regulatory compliance, and drives quality and efficiency in production.

Responsibilities include operating extraction equipment, approving daily activities, mentoring staff, and maintaining accurate documentation. Must meet age and background requirements and have extraction experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in cannabis extraction or lab operations.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to follow SOPs and maintain documentation.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor extraction equipment under supervision.
• Lead daily extraction activities and delegate tasks to technicians.
• Ensure adherence to SOPs, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform in-process quality checks and assist with batch records.
• Train and mentor new extraction technicians.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety & compliance

SOP adherence

Education

Associate's degree in chemistry/biology or related field

Lab safety or extraction certifications

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Ascend Wellness Holdings (AWH) is seeking an Extraction Lab Lead in Illinois to support the Extraction Supervisor in daily cannabis extraction operations. This hourly role leads technicians, ensures safety and regulatory compliance, and drives quality and efficiency in production.

Responsibilities include operating extraction equipment, approving daily activities, mentoring staff, and maintaining accurate documentation. Must meet age and background requirements and have extraction experience.