What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Assistant position at OVK LLC?
Job Description
We are a small, family-owned hemp processing company seeking a detail-oriented and curious Lab Assistant to support our extraction and purification operations. This role focuses on operating and monitoring laboratory equipment used to purify hemp-derived concentrates. The ideal candidate is reliable, methodical, and enjoys problem-solving in a hands-on laboratory environment. This is not a manual labor–focused position. Success in this role depends on attentiveness, critical thinking, and the ability to manage multiple pieces of equipment operating simultaneously.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor rotary evaporators (rotovaps) and chromatography columns
- Assist with purification of hemp concentrates using multiple extraction solvents
- Manage, balance, and adjust equipment parameters throughout the day to ensure proper operation
- Observe processes closely and identify issues or deviations from expected performance
- Accurately document procedures, observations, and production data
- Follow all SOPs, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements
- Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant laboratory workspace
- Support the extraction team with additional lab-related tasks as needed
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures
- Comfortable working in a laboratory setting and handling solvents (training provided)
- Ability to think critically and manage processes over extended periods
- Punctual, dependable, and able to work independently once trained
- Must be 21 and able to pass background checks
Preferred Skills (Not Required)
- Interest in chemistry, lab work, or process engineering
- Basic mechanical or technical aptitude
- Prior lab, manufacturing, or production experience
Job Type
- Full-time
- In-person
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent (Required)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $21.00 per hour
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $21