Parallel · 22 hours ago
Laboratory Technician
Franklin, MA (Cultivation & Production)
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$22.95/hr - $26.78/hr
2+ years expParallel is one of the largest multi-state cannabis companies in the world, and they are seeking a Laboratory Technician to support daily extraction processes and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. The role involves preparing extraction materials, maintaining accurate logs, and assisting with various extraction processes under the supervision of the Lab Manager.
CannabisHealth CarePersonal HealthTherapeuticsWellness
Responsibilities
Responsible for day-to-day extraction processes and concentrate production including: whipping, filtering, rotary evaporation, speed mixing, and distillation
Follows Extraction standard operating procedures with safety as the highest importance
Maintains accurate and up to date solvent usage and run logs at all times
Demonstrates accuracy in production and maintains operational compliance
Reviews and follows safety and quality control requirements
Sets up, extracts in tandem or with supervision, and breaks down extraction systems with oversight of Lab Manager
Assists with extraction processes as needed by Lab Manager
Accurately produces and keep logs on machines that produce Crude Oils, Distillate, Waxes, Shatter, Badders, and other concentrate products
Cleans and maintains equipment (as necessary) ensuring functional equipment and work area at all times
Communicates all perceived issues, maintenances needs, troubleshooting, and out of scope wants or needs clearly to extraction manager
Completes other temporarily needed tasks as assigned by extraction manager
Qualification
Required
Age 21 or over
High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid Government-Issued Photo ID
Minimum 2 years' experience in analytical quality management, including QA/QC methods
Ability to work in a laboratory environment without regular sensitivity to noise or smells
Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time
Ability to maintain attention to detail for at least 8 hours per day
Must be able to bend, lift, and stoop continuously
Lift 60 pounds unassisted or up to 80 pounds assisted
Preferred
Knowledge of ETS/ EFR ethanol extraction equipment or similar
Knowledge of Root Science, VTA, VKS Distillation Equipment or similar
Cannabis Ethanol extraction experience
Mechanically minded with strengths in troubleshooting and problem solving
Clear and effective communication skills
Technical proficiency in MS Office, excellent communication skills, highly motivated, strong organizational and time management skills
Minimum A.A., B.A./B.S. preferred
Familiarity with quality control, policy and procedure and documentation
Familiarity with Metrc, Dutchie, or other cannabis tracking software
Benefits
Employee discount
Consistent, reliable benefits; Full medical/vision/dental, 401k with possibility of a company match, access to company-sponsored well-being programs
Balance and flexibility; paid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work arrangements
Tuition Reimbursement Programs
Pet Insurance
Chance to make a difference; Employee Relief Fund, community volunteerism through our Parallel Cares program
Company
Parallel
Parallel cultivates, produces, and processes cannabis for medical purposes.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$365.74MKey Investors
SunStreamEdward Brown
2022-12-08Debt Financing· $10M
2021-01-01Series Unknown
2019-06-27Series D· $100M
Leadership Team
Barry Jones
Chief Financial Officer
Lynnette F.
Chief Operating Officer
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