Solventless Extraction Technician

Green Dot Labs; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) Plan

HSA option

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Job summary

Green Dot Labs in Tempe, AZ, is seeking a Solventless Extraction Technician to support preparation, extraction, and post-processing of solventless concentrates. You will work under the Extraction Manager to ensure quality, safety, and compliance.

The role requires hands-on lab work with water-based separation, freeze drying, rosin pressing, and curing, plus meticulous batch documentation and cross-functional collaboration to meet production goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year experience in marijuana-infused products (MIP) or solventless extraction.
• Working knowledge of solventless extraction techniques and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cannabis material for solventless extraction and verify Batch IDs.
• Operate water-based extraction equipment to produce bubble hash.
• Freeze-dry, press rosin, and finish products per SOP.
• Maintain accurate batch records and report yields.
• Follow safety guidelines and PPE requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Tools

Rosin press

Job description

• Location Tempe,Tempe, AZ, 85281,United States
• Base Pay $20.00 - $25.00 / Hour
• Job Category Extraction
• Employee Type Full-Time Non-Exempt
• Manage Others No

Description

About Green Dot Labs

Green Dot Labs is a premium cannabis brand founded in Boulder, Colorado in 2014 by husband-and-wife team Dave and Alana Malone. Built on proprietary genetics, small-batch cultivation, and craft extraction across Flower, Live Resin, and Live Rosin, GDL has earned multiple #1 brand rankings from BDSA and Leafly and was named Flower Brand of the Year at the 2025 Emjays. With more than a decade of leadership in Colorado and an expansion into Arizona, GDL is known for its innovation, consistent quality, and deep consumer trust.

About the Role

The Solventless Extraction Technician supports the preparation, extraction, and post-extraction processing of Green Dot Labs' solventless concentrates while maintaining product quality, production efficiency, and a clean and organized laboratory environment. This role uses water-based separation, freeze drying, and heat and pressure to produce bubble hash and rosin from dry or fresh frozen cannabis material.

Working under the direction of the Extraction Manager, the Solventless Extraction Technician performs and supports assigned processing activities, equipment care, and production documentation. Responsibilities span material preparation, extraction, rosin collection, curing and finishing, sample preparation, and accurate batch and yield reporting. This role requires strong attention to detail, technical and organizational skills, effective communication, and the ability to work collaboratively while consistently following GDL SOPs and applicable compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

Extraction & Post-Extraction

Prepare dry trim, flower (nug), and fresh frozen cannabis material for solventless extraction, verifying Batch IDs and Work Orders before processing

Perform and help oversee assigned water-based extraction activities using provided lab equipment and approved methods to produce bubble hash

Freeze dry extracted bubble hash and prepare dried material for pressing into rosin in accordance with approved procedures

Operate the rosin press using approved heat and pressure settings and collect pressed rosin separately to support designated product lines and preserve batch identity

Complete post-extraction processing into required finishes according to Batch ID, Work Order, and product specifications, including placing concentrates in ovens and monitoring them through completion of curing, as applicable

Handle all material and concentrates with care to prevent contamination throughout extraction, post-extraction, storage, and transfer between processing stages

Assist with preparation of samples for testing laboratories, maintaining accurate sample identification and associated records

Communicate the run schedule to team members and ensure assigned extraction and post-extraction tasks are completed in a timely and efficient manner

Report product issues or processing challenges to the Extraction Manager, including concerns with quality, color, consistency, yield, or completion of the run schedule

Compliance & Documentation

Follow applicable state and local regulations and extraction-specific GDL SOPs for production, material handling, storage, testing, packaging, transport, and business records

Maintain accurate and complete batch records to support regulatory compliance, product traceability, and efficient business practices throughout the chain of custody

Adhere to all safety guidelines for production and material handling, use required PPE, and promptly report unsafe conditions or deviations to the Extraction Manager

Handle and document cannabis waste disposal in accordance with applicable state requirements and GDL SOPs

Equipment Maintenance

Maintain a clean and organized workspace and clean solventless extraction and post-extraction equipment after use to prepare work areas for subsequent runs

Perform routine cleaning and preventive maintenance on applicable lab equipment in accordance with GDL SOPs and assigned responsibilities

Maintain equipment used in extraction and post-extraction, including vacuum pumps, vacuum ovens, solventless extraction machines, centrifuges, refrigerators/freezers, ice makers, and rosin presses

Identify and promptly report equipment malfunctions or maintenance needs to the Extraction Manager

Document completed maintenance as required and perform repairs only within assigned training and authorization

Inventory & Production Tracking

Maintain accurate and current production and post-extraction logs, including batch identification, micron weights, yield data, and processing status

Track material and concentrate movement through each processing stage, keeping batches and product lines separately identified and reconciling records with the Extraction Manager as needed

Assist with gramming and packaging processes and product deliveries as requested, following applicable handling, documentation, and compliance procedures

Remain aware of new extraction techniques and technology and share opportunities to improve safety, quality, and efficiency with the Extraction Manager

Provide consumer insights and product recommendations to the Extraction Manager through appropriate communication channels

Support coordination across extraction and post-extraction activities to maintain consistent product quality and meet production priorities

Cross-train in BHO extraction processes as requested by the Extraction Manager

Qualifications & Requirements

High school diploma or GED required

More than one year of previous marijuana-infused product (MIP) experience required; hydrocarbon and/or solventless extraction and post-extraction experience qualifies toward this requirement

Working knowledge of solventless extraction and post-extraction processes, including water-based separation, freeze drying, rosin pressing, and product finishing

Ability to maintain accurate batch records and production data and communicate using clear, consistent processing terminology

Physical dexterity necessary to assemble and handle small and delicate products and equipment components

Ability to work efficiently, manage time effectively, and maintain strong attention to detail

Ability to identify equipment problems or malfunctions and communicate them promptly

Ability to work cautiously and efficiently while protecting product quality and employee safety

Familiarity with applicable laboratory safety procedures and guidelines, including PPE, OSHA, fire safety, and hazardous materials handling

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment under deadlines

Strong communication, teamwork, organization, reliability, and accountability

Must be at least 21 years of age

Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain all required state-issued cannabis industry credentials applicable to the position and work location

Reliable transportation required

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This role is primarily onsite in Tempe, AZ and requires regular work within a cannabis extraction laboratory, including areas involving water, ice, cold storage, and heated processing equipment. The position typically follows an approximately 40-hour workweek consisting of four 10-hour days, with shifts generally beginning between 6:00–7:00 a.m. and ending between 4:30–5:30 p.m. Additional hours, including nights and weekends, may be required based on production needs, with overtime requested or approved by the Extraction Manager.

The role requires moderate physical activity throughout the workday, including prolonged standing and walking, bending, pushing, pulling, reaching, and handling equipment and materials. Employees must be able to safely lift at least 50 pounds and have the physical strength, stamina, and dexterity necessary to perform extraction and post-extraction activities. Required safety equipment and PPE must be worn in accordance with applicable SOPs and safety procedures.

Benefits & Total Rewards

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees working at least 30 hours per week, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, an HSA option for eligible plans, company-paid basic life and AD&DD insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan. Benefits for most employees become effective the first day of the month following 60 days of employment. Eligible employees may participate in the 401(k) plan after 90 days of employment, subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements.

EEO Statement

Green Dot Labs provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind, including based on any legally protected status.