Cannabis Extraction Specialist—Lab Production

Vangst; Waterfall (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Vangst is seeking an Extraction Technician to operate cannabis extraction equipment in a laboratory setting, ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. The role focuses on hydrocarbon and solventless extraction methods, equipment maintenance, and accurate documentation to support production goals in a fast-paced environment.

The position requires attention to detail, good communication, and flexibility with scheduling.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 6 months cannabis extraction experience using hydrocarbon methods.
• Experience with solventless extraction preferred.
• Must pass a background check.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and overtime when needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate extraction equipment to meet daily production and efficiency goals.
• Ensure all extraction and processing activities meet quality, safety, SOPs, and regulatory requirements.
• Safely operate, clean, and maintain extraction and processing equipment, including hydrocarbon, solventless, distillation, and related systems.
• Safely handle hazardous materials and follow chemical handling and disposal procedures.
• Maintain accurate batch, equipment, quality, inventory, and seed-to-sale documentation.
• Complete required logs, tracking records, and production documentation on time.
• Perform daily, weekly, monthly, and annual equipment checks.
• Assist with development and maintenance of extraction SOPs.
• Assist training and onboarding of new team members.
• Support R&D initiatives to improve extraction quality and efficiency.

Skills

Cannabis extraction

Hydrocarbon extraction

Solventless extraction

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Flexible schedule

Team player

Background check

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Vangst is seeking an Extraction Technician to operate cannabis extraction equipment in a laboratory setting, ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. The role focuses on hydrocarbon and solventless extraction methods, equipment maintenance, and accurate documentation to support production goals in a fast-paced environment.

The position requires attention to detail, good communication, and flexibility with scheduling.