Cannabis Lab Technician – Extraction & Production

Green Thumb Industries (GTI); Centreville (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Green Thumb Industries (GTI) is seeking a Lab Technician to support cannabis lab production, focusing on distillation, extraction, winterization, and product formulation. The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, safety, and quality in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and experience in regulated labs, with familiarity in extraction processes. On-site position with competitive hourly compensation and a requirement to follow SOPs and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Associate or 4-year degree in biology, chemistry, or physics preferred.
• Prior production lab or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience in regulated environments preferred.
• Prior cannabis extraction experience desirable.
• Basic math skills required.
• Familiarity with OSHA guidelines for hazardous chemicals.
• Ability to work independently or in teams with good judgement.
• Demonstrates professionalism and integrity with confidential information.
• Must comply with Green Thumb policies and cannabis regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lab equipment and cannabis plant materials for extraction.
• Operate extraction equipment per Green Thumb SOPs.
• Process cannabis concentrates and extracts.
• Meet production goals with safety and quality focus.
• Produce products per recipes and SOPs, maintain high quality.
• Clean and maintain equipment and lab facilities.
• Store supplies and dispose waste per guidelines; keep area sanitary.
• Wash and sterilize laboratory glassware.
• Monitor production line and collect samples for analysis.
• Record data in lab notebooks, databases, and test reports.
• Follow Good Laboratory Practices and Good Manufacturing Practices.

Skills

Basic math skills

OSHA awareness

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Associate or 4-year degree in biology/chemistry/physics

Tools

Extraction equipment

Job description

Green Thumb Industries (GTI) is seeking a Lab Technician to support cannabis lab production, focusing on distillation, extraction, winterization, and product formulation. The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, safety, and quality in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and experience in regulated labs, with familiarity in extraction processes. On-site position with competitive hourly compensation and a requirement to follow SOPs and safety guidelines.