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Curaleaf · 21 hours ago

Lead Processing Lab Technician

Curaleaf is a leading global cannabis provider committed to quality and innovation. As a Lead Processing Lab Technician, you will oversee daily lab operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency in producing high-quality cannabis concentrates and extracts.

Alternative MedicineCannabisHealth CareMedical

Responsibilities

Review production schedules, clarify specifications, and prepare plant materials and supplies for extraction
Operate and monitor sophisticated extraction and purification equipment to produce terpene and cannabinoid-rich extracts
Perform essential processing steps including ethanol addition, winterization, filtration, rotary evaporation, decarboxylation, and distillation
Maintain, adjust, and repair lab equipment such as extraction vessels, chillers, ovens, balances, and vacuum pumps
Support the development of new purification methods and in-process materials to drive innovation and product quality
Manage and track inventory in state-issued cannabis systems, ensuring all materials and finished products are accurately recorded
Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant lab environment following cGMP and safety standards
Assist with vape formulation processes and oversee third-party testing submissions
Lead, train, and support Lab Technicians, promoting a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement

Qualification

Supercritical extraction systemsLaboratory processesCGMP complianceOSHA 10/30 certificationCannabis industry experienceSafety-mindedContinuous improvementDetail-orientedTeamwork

Required

1–2 years of experience in a laboratory or manufacturing environment
Hands-on experience with supercritical extraction systems
Background in the cannabis industry or another highly regulated production setting
Hold an OSHA 10/30 certification
Detail-oriented, safety-minded, and thrive in a fast-paced, process-driven environment

Preferred

Hold an associate's degree in a related field

Benefits

Career Growth Opportunities
Competitive Pay and Benefits
Generous PTO and Parental Leave
401(K) Retirement Plan
Life/ Disability Insurance
Community Involvement
Referral Bonuses and Product Discounts

Company

Curaleaf

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Curaleaf operates as a vertically integrated medical and wellness cannabis producer.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.45B
Key Investors
Needham BankCapStone Holdings
2025-10-14Post Ipo Debt· $100M
2025-01-31Post Ipo Debt· $67M
2024-11-06Post Ipo Debt· $40M

Leadership Team

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Boris Jordan
Chief Executive Officer
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Matt Darin
CEO
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