• Understand and execute all state laws and regulations applicable when handling and transporting cannabis.
• Collect and transport cannabis samples from cultivation sites to laboratory while operating a vehicle safely.
• Ensure samples are accurately collected by cross-checking a manifest and properly securing samples prior to delivering to lab.
• Ensure compliance and accuracy involving all sample tracking, sample security, and sample delivery.
• Manage documents associated with sample collecting, ensuring that proper documents are kept and returned to the lab completed and ready for filing.
• Responsible for company vehicle maintenance, including maintaining logbooks; scheduling oil changes, tire rotations, and other vehicle inspections to ensure the vehicle is safe to operate.
• Carry out all procedures in an efficient manner that complies with OSHA regulations, Smithers SOP's, and all applicable procedures.
• Cross-train on introductory laboratory techniques alongside the Smithers laboratory team as needed.
• A strong adherence to protocol and compliance are a must for this role.
• Project a positive, professional image of the organization to employees, clients, industry, and community.

Position Requirements:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D minimum
• Confident navigating using maps and GPS, and building efficient driving routes to and from destination using said tools
• Proficient in basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook)
• Proficient with using basic laboratory tools (balance, tongs, spatulas, syringes, etc.) preferred
• Must pass a comprehensive background check that includes a criminal history and driving record check
• Must maintain a current driver's license and an excellent driving record on and off the clock
• Must be 21 years of age or older (required by IL state law)
• One to three year(s) prior or equivalent experience as a courier preferred
• Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to drive in a safe manner in all four seasons and use good judgement in inclement weather
  • Ability to sit for long periods of time, get in and out of a vehicle several times a day
  • Ability to reach, bend, lift, and walk for long periods of time in cultivation facilities wearing a Tyvex suit or other required PPE when collecting samples
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, lift/carry cannabis product, totes and push/pull carts, coolers, and backpacks while sampling

Trait Requirements:

Empowered & Accountable

All Smithers personnel are:

• Empowered through having the resources required to do their job and will be held accountable for meeting both quality and client commitments.
• Expected to understand their commitment to the broader team and to consistently deliver on it.
• Will be given clear and measurable objectives.
• Expected to work together, operate “above the line” and develop constructive solutions that are client focused.

Transparent

All Smithers personnel are:

• Expected to be honest with their technical limitations and with mistakes that have been made.
• Expected to report accurate data and document it per standards that have been put in place in their lab.

Work closely with each other/have each other’s back

All Smithers personnel are:

• Expected to work together in effort to achieve on quality and client commitments.
• Expected to treat each other with respect.

Client-focused

All Smithers personnel are:

• Expected to center their activities around delivering on client commitments.
• Expected to follow documented procedures and deliver accurate data on time.

Team Pride

All Smithers personnel are:

• Expected to take pride in the work they do.
• Expected to work through adversity.

Growth

All Smithers personnel are:

• Expected to be open to feedback and the opportunity to expand their skill set with the intent of expanding service offering to our clients.
• Expected to strive to embody the leadership priorities of Smithers – Ethics, Mission, Employees, Me (EMEM).