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HALO Laboratories, LLC

Distillate Extraction Technician

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Halo is seeking detail oriented, mechanically inclined, and knowledgeable chemist for cannabis extraction technician. Distillate extraction technician is responsible for coordinating the daily production of high-quality cannabis concentrates. Ideal candidate will have working knowledge of either chemistry, physics, or chemical engineering. Distillate Extraction Technician needs to know how to use butane and carbon dioxide to create marijuana concentrates as well as operate closed- loop hydrocarbon extraction systems and process samples using analysis methods. Distillate extraction technician will use solvents (including carbon dioxide, ethanol and butane), heat and pressure to turn marijuana plant matter into cannabis concentrates, which are then refined to ensure purity. Extraction technicians will also collect samples for potency testing and record resulting data, and weigh, package as well as batch track cannabis products. Additionally, extraction technician must ensure that the lab equipment and lab facility where they work are clean and otherwise well maintained. The successful candidate will have some experience with labwork or manufacturing and working with strict standard operating procedures. They will also be familiar with spreadsheet software, data tracking, time tracking, and are able to follow clear and concise direction.

Essential Functions:

  • Manipulate, operate and analyze GC Machine
  • Preparing equipment and plant materials for extraction
  • Operating highly sophisticated extraction equipment
  • Processing concentrates and extracts
  • Cleaning and maintenance of extraction equipment and laboratory facility.
  • Maintaining strict inventory records of all plant materials, chemicals and equipment used in the laboratory.
  • Operating, maintaining, and making adjustments and repairs to laboratory equipment such as liquid chromatography systems, pumps, microscopes, balances, centrifuges, and other laboratory equipment
  • Maintaining inventory records of supplies, materials, and equipment, and preparing requisitions as needed.
  • Storing supplies and equipment, disposal of waste according to guidelines, and keeping laboratory, storerooms and working areas immaculate.
  • Washing and sterilizing laboratory glassware.
  • Maintaining material safety data sheets for all department chemicals and products.

    • Education and Job Requirements:

  • Bachelors or Associates degree in biology, chemistry, chemical engineering, laboratory technology or a related field preferred, or a program with an emphasis on lab work is ideal.
  • Knowledge of various extraction techniques, including carbon dioxide, ethanol and butane, and have strong laboratory skills
  • Must be able to work quickly while maintaining the integrity of the product
  • Strong attention to detail and troubleshooting skills
  • Able to work independently when performing extractions.
  • Knowledge of medical and recreational marijuana law and medicinal benefits preferred, but not required
  • Some heavy lifting of gas tanks.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Ability to pass a comprehensive background check

    • Experience:

  • Extraction: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Cannabis: 1 year (Preferred)

    • Education: Associate (Preferred)

    04 Jul 2019

    Salary:
    DOE
    Company:
    HALO Laboratories, LLC
    Type:
    Full-Time
    Licence:
    No required
    City:
    Cathedral City California, United States
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