Extraction & Production Technician

Location: Princeton

Optimi is a Canadian Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) compliant pharmaceutical drug manufacturer licensed by Health Canada for the handling of controlled substances and GMP production. The focus of the company is on pharmaceutical-grade psychedelics, including MDMA and naturally derived psilocybin products. From facilities in Princeton, British Columbia and operating under a Drug Establishment License from Health Canada, Optimi supplies active pharmaceutical ingredients and finished dosage forms to regulated channels, with products currently in market for prescription use in Australia via the Authorized Prescriber Scheme and clinical trials in Israel, as well as accessible in Canada through the Special Access Program.

Optimi also has an active Cannabis Analytical Testing License through Health Canada.
We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Extraction and Production Technician (GMP) to join our manufacturing team at Optimi Health. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their career, or coming from natural health products, cannabis, food, or another regulated production environment, to build a career in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Working alongside senior operators and the Manufacturing Supervisor, the successful candidate will carry out GMP production steps, operate and clean production equipment, support inventory and material control, and keep accurate GMP records.

Full on-the-job training on Optimi's processes, equipment, and SOPs will be provided.
Responsibilities  GMP Manufacturing Operations:
Execute assigned batch manufacturing steps (e.g., grinding, extraction, filtration, drying, blending, encapsulation, sampling, and packaging) in accordance with approved Master Batch Records (MBRs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), under the direction of senior operators and supervisors
Support API and finished product manufacturing, including extraction, formulation, and finished dosage form production
Perform in-process checks and record process parameters accurately and in real time
Recognize and promptly report deviations, process anomalies, and equipment issues to a senior operator, the Manufacturing Supervisor, or Quality Assurance
Support line clearance, batch changeover, and cleaning activities to maintain GMP-compliant production areas
Perform sanitation of manufacturing areas, equipment, and utensils in accordance with approved cleaning SOPs, sanitation schedules, and GMP requirements
Equipment Operation, Cleaning & Maintenance:
Set up, operate, and clean production equipment (e.g., grinders, extraction/sonication systems, blenders, drying units) safely and in accordance with equipment SOPs, once trained and qualified
Carry out routine cleaning and preventive maintenance of production equipment and facility infrastructure as part of the site maintenance program
Perform routine equipment checks and verifications (e.g., balance checks) as defined in SOPs
Assist with troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, including working with Engineering/Maintenance and equipment manufacturers' technical support as directed
Complete equipment logbooks, cleaning records, and use logs accurately and on time
Inventory & Material Control:
Receive, label, store, and issue raw materials, components, in-process materials, and finished products in accordance with GMP material control requirements
Maintain inventories of production chemicals, solvents, and consumables, tracking quantities and expiry dates and flagging items that reach re-order levels
Support controlled substance inventory control, reconciliation, and monthly reporting for GMP production areas in accordance with Health Canada requirements
Follow site security and handling procedures for controlled substances
Documentation & Compliance:
Complete GMP documentation (batch records, logbooks, cleaning records, inventory records) with a high standard of data integrity and attention to detail
Follow approved SOPs and provide feedback on batch records and procedures; assist with drafting or revising SOPs as required
Contribute to deviation and CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Action) investigations by providing information and floor-level observations
Complete and maintain training on applicable SOPs, safety procedures, and regulatory requirements, and attend on-site and off-site training as required
Adhere to all Health Canada GMP requirements and site Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
Teamwork & Development:
Work cooperatively with the Quality, R&D, Analytical, and…