Lab Technician, Level I

Job Description
Position Title: Lab Technician, Level I Location: Varies
Reports to Lab Director Department: Lab Operations
Classification: Full-time, Non-Exempt Direct Reports: No

Company Overview:
Kaycha Group, Inc is a leading provider of innovative Cannabis and Hemp testing technologies and methods. We perform product testing to help ensure compliance with county and federal regulations. We provide comprehensive cannabis testing for potency, homogeneity, heavy metals, microbial contamination, mycotoxins, residual solvents, terpenes, and pesticides.

Job Summary:
The Lab Technician, Level I, is responsible for working closely with our laboratory team to develop analytical skills and related experience. This position consists of many aspects from homogenizing, weighing and extracting samples, performing quality control checks, verifying various support equipment and properly disposing of all waste.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Execute laboratory protocol and procedures under the supervision of the Lab Director.
• Regularly display good laboratory technique to avoid cross-contamination or misidentified samples.
• Perform sample preparation procedures including homogenization, weighing and liquid extraction.
• Perform QC duties as assigned, including LCS and matrix spikes.
• Perform qualitative and quantitative tests, as assigned.
• Utilize the LIMS system to create batches, enter sample prep information and maintain physical and electronic records.
• Adhere to ISO 17025 standards as well as county regulatory requirements.
• Promote a strong customer service culture while adhering to the highest safety and industry standards.
• Other duties and/or special projects as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to maintain an incredibly high degree of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong agility, engagement, and flexibility in an ever-changing environment.
• Working knowledge of logging, organizing, and analyzing data.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced deadline environment while successfully managing multiple tasks.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Working knowledge of standard laboratory protocol.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to effectively work, problem solve, and communicate with multiple levels of the organization.

Education & Experience:

• Minimum of Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry or related field based on county requirements.
• 0-1 year of lab experience.
• Knowledge of principles, terminology, practices, techniques commonly used in a laboratory setting preferred.
• Exposure to the cannabis industry is a plus.

Other:

• Must pass Level 2 background check.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Kaycha Labs offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision and time off.
• Kaycha Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status

Essential Functions:
The physical demands described here are representative of that an worker must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job the worker is frequently required to stand, handle or feel, to speak, and to hear. The worker is occasionally required to walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The worker must frequently lift and/or move up to thirty-five (35) pounds. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close (proximity) vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:
The work environment described here is representative of that which an worker may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The standard analytical laboratory environment is one in which potential health hazards do exist. Administrative, operations, technical, and professional staff are expected to safely operate in accordance with applicable and appropriate health and safety policies and procedures, as prescribed by the applicable Kaycha manuals and policies and/or federal, county, or local standards.
Laboratory staff can be expected to work in areas where hazards associated are with, but not limited to, airborne pathogens. Biological materials, hazardous substances, and radioactive material exist and are handled. Appropriate training is provided regarding these hazards and staff are expected to adhere to all health and safety policies at all times, whether they are in writing or verbalized by a supervisor.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions