Position: Manufacturing Technician
Company: Lighthouse Sciences

Lighthouse Sciences is a rapidly growing, licensed Medical Cannabis Processor located in Eastlake Ohio. We are a small team of focused and dedicated cannabis scientists with decades of experience working in regulated markets all over the US. We are looking for similarly passionate and driven individuals to join the team as we expand and produce the best products in the Ohio MMJ Program and beyond. Growth is the key word here, in our (comparatively) short time in the market we've established a reputation as THE Craft Concentrate brand in the space and we're looking for individuals with a similar drive, focus, and dedication to the craft and science of Cannabis Processing. If this is you, then read on!

Summary/Objective
We currently have an opening for an extraction/processing department role as Extraction Lead, reporting to and working closely with the Lab Director to supervise multiple direct reports in all areas of Pre/Post/In-processing of botanical matter into direct use concentrates and other forms.

The goal of this position is to maintain the high level of quality we've become known for was well as working to increase efficiencies and outputs as we continue to grow and expand.

Responsibilities will also include reporting to the lab director on daily progress, overseeing and actively supporting the day-to-day manufacturing operations, maintaining quality standards, enforcing safety practices, and working with the team to meet production goals and deadlines.

Looking for someone who is ready for an opportunity in a rapidly growing market that’s heading recreational next year, who wants to work w/ some great equipment and other experienced individuals.

Ideal candidate: Someone who has too much experience to be a tech, but not enough time in role to be a lab director. Someone looking to learn from others and has their own knowledge to bring to the table. Ideally able to hit the ground running (or close enough) with support from the Lab Dir. and is able to manage a small team under them.

The Extraction Leads responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Preparing biomass for processing, performing extraction, post-processing, and cleaning/maintenance of equipment.
• Supervising Extraction/Lab Technicians in their performance of said duties.
• Maintaining a clean facility to the standards of medical cannabis production.
• Work with Lab Director to implement and maintain compliance to Standard Operating Procedures.
• Work with Lab Director to train new hires and continue skills and knowledge development in current team members.
• Keeping and filling out accurate and legible Batch Production Records (BPRs), entering information into Seed to Sale Tracking programs (METRC), and documenting maintenance and cleaning of equipment on the appropriate logs.
• Develop and Maintain a strong familiarity with the rules and regulations of the Ohio Medical Cannabis Program
• Demonstrate a firm commitment to Compliance with said Rules and Regulations. As this is a regulated medical market, non-compliance can carry heavy penalties for licensees.

The Extraction Lead is a direct report under the Lab Director, and there will be some degree of administrative responsibilities above and beyond general manufacturing duties and tasks.

While this position expects a candidate to bring a certain level of skills, knowledge and experience, there is also a high degree of learning that will take place as well. You will have to demonstrate an ability to learn quickly about a wide range of cannabis related information, including processes, chemistry, regulatory standards, testing, Lighthouse Sciences Products, and Cannabis Science. This should be viewed as a wonderful opportunity to learn first hand from some other highly skilled operators from Legal Markets in California and Colorado with over 20 years combined experience in processing!

Required Experience (bare minimum):

CLS Extraction Experience is a must, we operate an ETS MEP70 system, familiarity w/ ETS is a bonus but not a specific requirement.
Any other type of extraction experience is a plus but not part of our core model.

Post Processing: You should know how to make most standard outputs, we’ll teach and refine what you don’t know so if you’re not a master of diamonds on day 1, that’s ok just be upfront with us.

Pre-processing/prep: You should know how to handle biomass, how to pack socks, how to supervise the techs doing it. System cleaning, setup, etc…

Lab Safety/Good Habits

Recordkeeping/Compliance: Need to be able to keep up with and maintain good records, accurate logs, etc… this is something you should be familiar with. METRC experience a major plus!

Small-team management: Shouldn’t be your first time telling other techs what to do and how to do it.

Professionalism: You need to be able to set the tone for the team, provide a good example, and maintain high-standards.

Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be able to comfortably lift 50lbs and be comfortable with long periods of standing.

Work with the other department leads to ensure goals and deadlines are being met in a timely fashion.

Inspect materials and equipment for manufacturing operations.

Confirm correct materials and appropriate quantities are used, report any discrepancies.

Bring a critical eye to your daily tasks to be able to recommend measures to improve production process, methods, and equipment performance, while keeping product quality in mind.

Communicate effectively inside and outside your department.

Verify that all tools and equipment required for daily tasks are cleaned and maintained, and that areas tools and equipment are cleaned at the end of the day.

Notify Lab Director or Supervisors when repairs or adjustments to equipment are needed. Operator safety is of utmost importance, and any concerns are never to be put off for later.

Exhibits thorough knowledge of Lighthouse Sciences product mix and their corresponding line setups and Manufacturing SOPs.

Ensures that all work activities are performed with attention to the highest standards for quality, safety and compliance with all appropriate legal and food safety requirements and a focus on continuous improvement.

Ensure all required date records and logs are filled out accurately, legibly, and completely. This includes Batch records, pre/post task checklists, room and equipment logs, waste disposal logs, and any Seed to Sale Data Entries.

Ensures proper communication during changeovers between shifts.

Follow and enforce all company SOPs and Operational Guidelines.

Maintains a high level of safety awareness for an accident-free work place. Report any unsafe or hazardous work conditions or safety-related issues to Management.

Bring a ready to learn attitude through the door every day.

Willingness to fill in on other tasks as needed, We’re still a small (and growing!) team, “wearing multiple hats” is a necessity. Cross-training is emphasized.

Ability to read, interpret, and keep records on a variety of documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, formulas, and policy and procedures manuals.

Maintain a high standard of personal hygiene, as befitting someone working in a medical production environment. Beards, while not prohibited, may be required to be kept trimmed if they otherwise interfere with a fit test on PPE. Likewise, Hair must be kept to a length and/or style that is able to be contained within a hairnet or hat.

Ability to learn and abide by the Rules and Regulations of the MMCP.

Competencies
Strong attention to detail.

Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.

Ability to keep and maintain accurate and legible records.

Strong cooperative work skills, i.e. Be a team player, working with others to accomplish manufacturing or production goals.

Demonstrate good decision making and independent thinking, a manufacturing technician is the boots on the ground for quality control. If something seems off, speak up!

Math Skills are essential to the job. You’re not going to be doing differential equations, but science is math first and foremost.

Desire to learn and avail yourself of the opportunity to work with some of the top-level cannabis processors in the country.

Passion for producing high-quality cannabis medicine for patients in the OH program.

Required Education and Experience, Disqualifiers
High school diploma or its equivalent required.

MUST BE OVER 21 YEARS OF AGE AND ABLE TO PASS AN FBI LEVEL 2 BACKGROUND CHECK FOR STATE CLEARANCE. Look up list of disqualifying criminal infractions for employment in Ohio Medical Cannabis program prior to application if unsure.

Must have reliable transportation.

Must be able to write legibly for required hardcopy records.

Must be willing to comply with uniform and grooming guidelines as implemented for product quality standards and employee safety.

Must be willing to comply with company Covid-19 Policies as Implemented for Staff Safety.
Proof of current and up to date vaccination status is required as a condition of employment, no exceptions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Health savings account

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:
We do not serve the general public at our processing facility, only staff members are on site and our staff members and the company follow all CDC guidelines for COVID-19.

All team members must have proof of current Vaccination status.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Eastlake, OH 44095: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to pass a criminal background check (required by the MMCP)?
• Please respond showing that you understand that even if an offer of employment is extended, employment/pay legally cannot commence until your background check is cleared and approved by the Medical Marijuana Control Program (MMCP) and your State Badge is issued. This process can take anywhere from 1-4 weeks, though 2 weeks is average. We are unable to speed this process up, as it is out of our hands once an applicant is submitted to the state through e-licensing. We understand and sympathize that this extended time frame can be frustrating for all parties involved. Again, please verify in response to this question that you are aware of this time frame and that you are able to work with it.
• Please list any additional extraction/post-processing skills, experience, or techniques you are comfortable with.
• Do you have any specific experience operating on Closed Loop Hydrocarbon Extraction Equipment? If so, please list the amount of time, the brand and configuration, as well as describe any other cannabis extraction/post-processing experience or skills you have. Be as specific as you can.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• cannabis product usage: 1 year (Preferred)
• closed loop, hydrocarbon extraction: 1 year (Required)
• Cannabis Industry (LEGAL MARKET): 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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