Cannabis Extraction Technician — Shift Options (Hydrocarbon)

TerrAscend; Taylor Township (PA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

401(k) savings opportunities

Paid time off and holidays

Career growth

Employee Perks

Well-being resources

Job summary

TerrAscend Corp. in Pennsylvania is seeking an Extraction Technician to operate hydrocarbon extraction equipment and produce medical cannabis products. You will follow SOPs, maintain equipment, collect data, and ensure safety and quality standards.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to work with a collaborative team, and flexibility for shifts. Benefits include health coverage, 401(k), paid time off, and opportunities to grow within a fast-paced cannabis company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Minimum of 6 months of cannabis extraction experience using hydrocarbon extraction methods.
• Experience with solventless extraction. Ability to maintain excellent punctuality and attendance.

Responsibilities

• Operate extraction equipment to ensure attainment of daily production and efficiency goals.
• Ensure all extraction and processing activities are performed in accordance with TerrAscend quality and safety standards, regulatory requirements, and all other applicable legal and food safety requirements.
• Safely operate, clean, and maintain extraction production equipment, including solventless, supercritical fluid, and solvent extraction systems, distillation systems, pumps, filters, and evaporators according to established SOPs.
• Safely handle hazardous materials, including butane, propane, and ethanol, and adhere to safe chemical handling and disposal procedures defined by SOPs and MSDS.
• Safely handle and dispose of cannabis waste according to processes defined in SOPs.
• Produce reliable and precise data for completion of all required batch, equipment, quality, inventory, and state-mandated seed-to-sale documentation.
• Accurately complete all associated logs and tracking records.
• Maintain equipment health by performing daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly checks.
• Assist in creating and maintaining SOPs for the extraction process.
• Assist in maintaining equipment asset logs.
• Assist in training new hires.
• Support R&D efforts to improve efficiencies in the extraction process.
• Clean and sanitize glassware, transfer materials, storage vessels, tools, and work surfaces.
• Maintain a safe and orderly workspace to ensure the safety of yourself and others.
• Work collaboratively within a diverse team while maintaining strong situational awareness and effective communication.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cannabis extraction experience

Hydrocarbon extraction methods

Safety procedures

Quality documentation

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Butane systems

Propane systems

Ethanol handling

Job description

TerrAscend Corp. in Pennsylvania is seeking an Extraction Technician to operate hydrocarbon extraction equipment and produce medical cannabis products. You will follow SOPs, maintain equipment, collect data, and ensure safety and quality standards.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to work with a collaborative team, and flexibility for shifts. Benefits include health coverage, 401(k), paid time off, and opportunities to grow within a fast-paced cannabis company.