Extraction Material Handler

At TerrAscend, we're on a mission to elevate the lives of our patients and customers. We cultivate exceptional marijuana therapies for patients and high-quality products for legalized adult recreational use. As one of North America's largest and fastest-growing multi-state, vertically integrated cannabis operators, we're at the forefront of innovation and excellence. Together we grow, shaping the future of cannabis. Join us on this exciting journey and be part of something extraordinary!

It's a Joint Effort

We believe that How We Work Together Matters. Our priority is to assemble a team that believes not just in what we do but how and why we do it. Our most successful team members know that being of service to our patients, our customers, and each other is what separates us from other organizations. Our continued success is dependent upon bringing together the brightest minds in business with best-in-class cultivation and elevated patient and customer experiences, so we continue to set the standard for the industry.

Sound like weed be a good fit? Here's where you come in.

Our next Full-Time Extraction Technician will be working in the laboratory at TerrAscend to create extracts and other medical marijuana products. As an extraction technician, you will be responsible for operating the machinery, ensuring processes are efficient, and following state-mandated regulations and procedures.

To Be Blunt

You will be challenged to work tactically to ensure complete and on time execution of production schedules.

One minute you will be accurately filling out all associated logs and tracking records.

The next minute you will be safely handling hazardous materials (Butane, Propane, Ethanol, etc. ), and adhere to safe chemical handling and disposing procedures defined by SOP's and MSDS.

And the next minute help conduct R&D to improve efficiencies in the extraction process.

Regardless of the task, it's critical you have strong situational awareness and EQ as you'll work within a diverse team in the organization.

Where you'll be planted

This position will be on-site at our Waterfall, PA facility.

All benefits-eligible employees are provided the following benefits:

• Employee Discount (all employees eligible)
• Paid-Time-Off (varies by State, please ask your Recruiter for more info)
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• 98Point6 (remote primary care)
• 401k with 4% matching (100% vested immediately)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness Program

• This position requires working in an environment that has a high amount of plant matter and pollen. Areas of the facility reach high/low temperatures with high humidity levels. Employees may have exposure to conditions such as dust, plant matter, and particles that affect the respiratory system, eyes, or skin, depending on department job assignments. Employees are required to wear protective gear and have the option to wear eye and ear protection. Certain areas of the facility use harsh chemicals for cleaning such as bleach and can have repetitive movements. Employees should be comfortable and capable of working under all of the above conditions.

• Able to push, pull, lift, or move a minimum of 50lbs
• Capable of sitting, standing kneeling, bending, squatting, and/or walking for extended periods of time
• Capable of using hands and fingers to touch, handle, feel and pick
• Ability to work with hazardous chemicals (butane, propane, etc. ) following strict safety guidelines
• Utilize chemicals (such as bleach) to clean and maintain facility/equipment
• Must wear PPE (clothing protection), close-toed non-slip shoes, and optional ear/eye protection

• Running extraction equipment to ensure attainment of daily production and efficiency goals.
• Ensure all extraction and processing are performed with attention to strict TerrAscend quality and safety standards, regulatory compliance and all other applicable legal and food safety requirements.
• Safely operate, clean and maintain extraction production equipment including solventless, supercritical fluid and solvent extraction systems, distillations systems, pumps, filters and evaporators according to our SOP's.
• Safely handle hazardous materials (Butane, Propane, Ethanol, etc. ), and adhere to safe chemical handling and disposing procedures defined by SOP's and MSDS.
• Safely handle and dispose of cannabis waste according to processes defined in SOP's.
• Produce reliable and precise data for completion of all required batch, equipment, quality, inventory and state mandated seed to sale documentation.
• Accurately fill out all associated logs and tracking records.
• Maintaining equipment health by performing daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly checks
• Assist in creating and maintaining SOP's for the extraction process
• Assist in maintaining equipment asset logs
• Assist in training new hires
• Help conduct R&D to improve efficiencies in the extraction process
• Clean and sanitize glassware, transfer materials, storage vessels, tools and working surfaces.
• Ensure the safety of themselves and other by maintaining a safe and orderly workspace.

• Positive attitude & Self-motivated.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.
• Able to push, pull or lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Capable of sitting, standing, kneeling, bending, squatting and or walking for extended periods of time.