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Processing Lab Technician

Job Type: Full-Time; Non-Exempt
Shift: Monday-Thursday, 6:00am-4:30pm
Hourly Pay Rate: $16.00/hr.
Location: Phoenix, AZ 85043

 Who You Are: 

You are detail-oriented, adaptable, and highly organized with a passion for maintaining quality and precision in your work. You thrive in fast-paced environments and have a strong work ethic, paired with excellent communication skills. You enjoy working both independently and as part of a collaborative team, and you’re eager to contribute to a growing, innovative industry.

What You’ll Do: 

As a Processing Lab Technician, you will support daily operations in the Processing Laboratory Department and report directly to the Lab Manager. You’ll play a crucial role in ensuring the production of high-quality cannabis products while maintaining compliance with state regulations and company standards. Your responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining a clean and organized workspace (e.g., cleaning glassware, mopping, wiping down surfaces).
• Tracking and documenting data using both physical paperwork and digital systems like iPads, BioTrack, and METRC.
• Performing in-process and post-process quality assurance testing and visual inspections.
• Ensuring 100% compliance with state regulations by accurately weighing, recording data, tracking products, and securing materials.
• Preparing and packaging products, ensuring they are correctly labeled in compliance with state standards.
• Collaborating with team members to enhance operational efficiency and minimize waste.
• Adhering to all safety protocols, OSHA regulations, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Conducting preventative maintenance, calibrations, and cleaning of production tools and equipment.
• Receiving instructions and completing tasks delegated by laboratory management.
• Assisting in quality control and testing to maintain product consistency and efficacy.
• Participating in the sanitation of production equipment, tools, and workspace.

What You’ll Bring:

• Strong interpersonal communication skills to interact effectively with team members.
• Basic math skills and an understanding of weights and measurements.
• Excellent organizational skills with acute attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt to fast-paced and ever-changing environments.
• Experience with the safe handling and disposal of chemicals or hazardous waste.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Flexible and willing to take on various responsibilities as needed.

Even Better If:

• You have agriculture or manufacturing experience.
• You bring experience working with BioTrack or METRC tracking systems.
• You have familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• You have experience in the cannabis industry or laboratory environment.
• You have basic knowledge of state regulations related to cannabis processing and compliance.

Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted 
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time 
• Ability to occasionally climb ladder, crawl under low spaces 
• Ability to use computer/look at a screen for long periods of time 
• Ability to have close vision (able to read small print at 20 inches or less) 
• This position has allergen warnings - Potential exposure to dust, pollen, and plant pathogens.