What are the responsibilities and job description for the Distillation Technician - Denver, CO position at Jetty Extracts?
About Jetty Extracts:
Jetty Extracts is a premier cannabis extraction company that produces innovative products and world-class cannabis oils, headquartered in Oakland, CA. In 2013, Jetty Extracts began producing extracts and concentrates in San Diego, CA. Jetty is now one of the top extracts and concentrates brands in California.
Starting with a few individuals committed to creating clean, refined cannabis concentrates by the beach, Jetty has evolved into a group of passionate professionals committed to becoming one of the world’s most respected cannabis brands.
While the last several years have seen Jetty grow exponentially, we continue to be committed to craft, working with small farmers, producing the cleanest and tastiest products, and contributing to our communities. As we do so, we continue to support the Shelter Project, the company’s in-house compassion program that has been providing free cannabis oil to cancer patients since 2014.
Key Responsibilities:
Preferred Qualifications:
Eligible full-time employees (32 hours per week) become eligible for benefits after 60 days of employment.
Benefits include:
Leiffa is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Jetty Extracts is a premier cannabis extraction company that produces innovative products and world-class cannabis oils, headquartered in Oakland, CA. In 2013, Jetty Extracts began producing extracts and concentrates in San Diego, CA. Jetty is now one of the top extracts and concentrates brands in California.
Starting with a few individuals committed to creating clean, refined cannabis concentrates by the beach, Jetty has evolved into a group of passionate professionals committed to becoming one of the world’s most respected cannabis brands.
While the last several years have seen Jetty grow exponentially, we continue to be committed to craft, working with small farmers, producing the cleanest and tastiest products, and contributing to our communities. As we do so, we continue to support the Shelter Project, the company’s in-house compassion program that has been providing free cannabis oil to cancer patients since 2014.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate vacuum distillation equipment to refine cannabis oil according to established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Prepare equipment and materials for scheduled production runs.
- Monitor temperatures, vacuum pressures, flow rates, and other critical process parameters.
- Evaluate product quality throughout the distillation process and report any deviations.
- Clean, sanitize, and prepare equipment between production runs.
- Perform routine equipment inspections and notify leadership of maintenance or repair needs.
- Accurately complete batch records, production logs, inventory transactions, and other required documentation.
- Follow all safety procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), sanitation standards, and state cannabis regulations.
- Assist with troubleshooting equipment and process issues to improve efficiency and product quality.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant laboratory environment.
- Collaborate with other production teams to ensure production schedules are met.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with short path, wiped film, or vacuum distillation.
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
- Experience working in a regulated cannabis manufacturing environment.
- Familiarity with GMP, OSHA, and applicable state cannabis regulations.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- One or more years of experience in cannabis extraction, laboratory operations, chemical processing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, food production, or a similar regulated manufacturing environment.
- Experience following detailed SOPs and maintaining accurate production documentation.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the workday.
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to safely work around heated equipment, vacuum systems, glassware, and processing equipment.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Location: Denver, Colorado
- Reports To: Evan Mcguire
- On-Site Requirements: Monday - Thursday
- Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM
- Compensation: $27.50 per hour
Eligible full-time employees (32 hours per week) become eligible for benefits after 60 days of employment.
Benefits include:
- Monthly employer contribution toward medical insurance
- Dental and vision insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Sick Leave
- Company-observed holidays
- Employee discount program
Leiffa is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
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