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Distillation Technician

Jetty Extracts
Oakland, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/20/2026
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.

About the Role:We are seeking a skilled Distillation Technician to join our Cannabis Lab to produce quality cannabis extracts. In this role, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining distillation equipment to separate and purify substances through distillation under reduced pressure. Your duties will include setting up and monitoring distillation processes, troubleshooting equipment issues, ensuring safety protocols are followed, and maintaining detailed records of operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in chemistry, experience with vacuum distillation techniques, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Operate, monitor, and maintain distillation equipment to separate and purify cannabis extracts under reduced pressure.
  • Set up and execute distillation processes in accordance with established SOPs and production specifications.
  • Troubleshoot equipment issues, flag malfunctions for maintenance, and ensure all safety protocols are consistently followed.
  • Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of distillation processes, results, and operational data.
  • Collaborate with laboratory team members to ensure efficient workflow and production goals are met.

Desired Skills and Experience:

  • Strong foundation in chemistry principles and laboratory procedures.
  • Hands-on experience with vacuum distillation techniques and reduced-pressure systems.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced lab environment.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific field.
  • Proven experience operating distillation equipment, preferably in a cannabis or extraction lab setting.
  • Working knowledge of laboratory safety standards and compliance procedures.
  • Ability to maintain accurate production records and follow SOPs consistently.

Benefits:We feel strongly that our employees do their best work when they don’t need to worry as much about some of life's biggest stressors. We pay our employees a living wage, and support them with benefits such as generous PTO, parental leave with day one eligibility, health/dental/vision insurance and a 401k match.

  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) with 4% match
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • 10 company-paid holidays

Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility:Jetty Extracts is an equal opportunity employer committed to equitable hiring practices. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented, nontraditional, and justice-impacted backgrounds to apply.

We also provide reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process. If you require support due to a disability, long-term or chronic condition, mental health condition, sincerely held religious belief, pregnancy-related need, or neurodivergence, please contact us at people@jettyextracts.com.

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