Extraction Technician

• Location 1250 Hobbs Road,Auburndale, FL, 33823,United States
• Job Category Cannabis, Lab Technician, Extraction Tech
• Employee Type Regular Full-Time Non-Exe
• Required Degree 2 Year Degree
• Manage Others No

The Extraction Technician I is responsible for using laboratory equipment to refine and extract cannabis materials to create distillates for recreational and medical sale. This position is an entry level technical role and responsible for rotating between all functional areas.

• Follow instructions given by manager.
• Gather, arrange, and sort materials.
• Process materials into finished goods.
• Operate production machinery in accordance with INSA’s and manufacturer’s instructions and intended use.
• Inspect equipment prior to use to ensure proper set-up and alignment.
• Perform quality control checks and ensure uniformity.
• Package finished goods in store ready packaging.
• Maintain accurate labeling of all items, SRPs, and batches.
• Produce the required quantity of products within established time frames and specifications; demonstrate understanding of production goals and initiates team effort in meeting needs.
• Maintain production logs, inventories, documentation, and reports.
• Compliant with company SOPs and state regulations.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Follow applicable safety procedures by wearing appropriate PPE, and reporting injuries, near misses, and hazards to management.
• Behave in a manner that is positive, productive, cooperative, and encourages teamwork.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a science discipline (biology, chemistry, or chemical engineering, etc.) required, or 1-3 years related experience.
• 1-3 years’ experience working in a production, manufacturing, or laboratory environment required.
• Experience troubleshooting machinery and performing basic maintenance highly preferred.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must be able to pass a background check in accordance with state regulations.
• Dependability & Flexibility.
• Positive, Productive, Cooperative, and Encourages Teamwork.
• Interpersonal Communication.
• Results Focused.

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time (8+ hours)
• Ability to lift and carry up to 75lbs.
• Ability to use a step ladder.
• Fine motor skills and ability to use hands and fingers to operate machinery precisely and accurately.
• Visual acuity is needed to accurately read small screens and labels.
• Warehouse/production facility environment with environmental controls.
• Consistent moderate background noise level due to machinery and HVAC.
• Exposure to keef/dust and cannabis odor.
• Exposure to skin contact with plants, to which some individuals may be allergic (PPE provided).
• Exposure to flammable and corrosive compounds (PPE provided).
• Generally working in confined space without natural light.

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not encompass every task or responsibility that may be required.

Insa is a multi-state employer, and this is the company-wide pay range. Offers will be provided in accordance with state-specific minimum wage guidelines.