Operator

Big Sky Scientific; Sun River (MT); On-site; USD 31,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Sky Scientific, Sun River, MT, is seeking an Operator to monitor and run extraction and refinement equipment in a full-time, on-site role. You will follow production schedules and ensure all processes comply with cGMP and safety standards while handling materials and recording data.

Daily tasks include material handling, in-process checks, data capture, and assisting with cleaning and maintenance. The role requires standing, lifting moderate weights, and adherence to SOPs in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Experience operating industrial or manufacturing equipment with setup and routine maintenance.
• Willingness to learn cGMP, FDA, and safety practices and document SOPs.
• Strong attention to detail and data recording accuracy.
• Ability to work with production and quality teams to resolve issues.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift moderate weights.
• Willingness to work assigned shifts and adapt to priorities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and run extraction and refinement equipment and ensure processes meet cGMP and safety standards.
• Handle raw materials, perform in-process checks, and record production data.
• Assist with cleaning, maintenance, and equipment setup.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to resolve issues and minimize downtime, while keeping the facility clean and organized.

Skills

Manufacturing equipment operation

cGMP & SOP compliance

Data recording & documentation

Teamwork & communication

Physical stamina lifting

Willingness to learn new processes

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Big Sky Scientific operates an FDA-registered, cGMP-compliant facility focused on the extraction and refinement of CBD and other cannabinoids from industrial hemp. The company produces high-quality oils, distillates, and isolates that are supplied to some of the world’s largest CBD manufacturers. Team members work in a regulated environment with strict quality and safety standards. Applicants can expect a professional atmosphere committed to consistency, compliance, and innovation in the cannabinoid industry.

Role Description

The Operator role is a full-time, on-site position based in Sun River, MT. The Operator will monitor and run extraction and refinement equipment, follow production schedules, and ensure that processes meet cGMP and safety standards. Daily tasks include handling raw materials, performing in-process checks, recording production data, and assisting with cleaning, maintenance, and equipment setup. The Operator will collaborate with the production and quality teams to resolve issues, minimize downtime, and maintain a clean, organized facility. This role involves working on your feet, lifting materials as needed, and adhering to standard operating procedures in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating industrial or manufacturing equipment, including basic mechanical aptitude and comfort with set-up, adjustment, and routine maintenance.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn cGMP, FDA, and safety compliance practices, including careful adherence to SOPs and documentation requirements.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to accurately record data, follow instructions, and identify process irregularities.
• Effective teamwork and communication skills, including the ability to work collaboratively with production and quality staff.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift moderate weights, and work safely around chemicals and machinery.
• High school diploma or equivalent; prior experience in food, pharmaceutical, or chemical processing is preferred but not required.
• Willingness to work assigned shifts, adapt to changing priorities, and learn new processes and technologies.