Cannabis jobs at G.O.A.T Labs
We know of 2 jobs at G.O.A.T Labs as of April 2024, including roles such as Lab Technician, and Scientific Director.
More than 30+ days
Genesis Organic Assurance Testing Laboratories is looking for an Analytical Laboratory Technician to join the team. If you are interested in being part of one of the fastest growing industries in Washington State, contact us at G.O.A.T. Labs. We are an I-502 state accredited cannabis testing laboratory.
Job Description for Analytical Technician:
-Perform sterile microbial preparation, plating, and interpretation of results
-Daily checks of lab equipment, actively participating in the care and maintenance of laboratory instrumentation.
-Perform extraction and dilution of samples for High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometer (GCMS)
-Maintain an accurate list of test specimens received into the lab and proper sample tracking throughout testing.
-Follow the laboratory's Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) and Quality Assurance Manual.
-Take routine inventory of laboratory consumables
-This position requires additional administrative tasks which include: sample intake and prep for testing, data transfers between programs, occasionally answering company phone calls, and basic work area clean up duties.
- Schedule is 3-4 work days during a M-F work week, with some flexibility. Weekdays off will be primarily Tuesdays and/or Wednesdays, based on business need. Part time is considered 20-30 hrs.
Minimum Qualifications:
-Bachelors Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a closely related field
-6 months - 2 years of relevant experience (laboratory experience outside of an academic setting). An exemplary academic record (GPA >/= 3.0) can take the place of relevant experience. Previous LC or GC experience a plus
-Must be over 21
-Basic computer skills (Excel, Word, Adobe, Google Drive)
-Detail Oriented, Flexible, Communicative
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
COVID-19 considerations:
We continue to follow any State mandates regarding COVID-19.
Work Location: One location
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Job description
Established cannabis analytical laboratory is looking for a Scientific/Laboratory Director to join our team.
We are looking for a dedicated individual with a positive and friendly attitude. This position will require someone who is a team player, professional, and comfortable working around cannabis. The Scientific Director is responsible for overseeing the technical operations of our lab and lab staff to ensure accurate and timely test results to our clients. The Scientific Director will apply his or her experience working with GCMS (Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry) and LC (Liquid Chromatography) , microbiological analysis, and other chemistry methods to perform required tests while implementing and enforcing G.O.A.T. Labs standard operating procedures and quality assurance manual. The Scientific Director will meet regulatory and quality system requirements. Advises subordinates to meet schedules and/or resolve technical problems. Implements and improves quality management programs and procedures. The Scientific Director will be responsible for ensuring that results and data meet established protocols, reviewing documentation for completeness and accuracy, while maintaining the quality manual, and will have ownership of in-house SOPs (Standard Operating Procedure) and document control responsibilities.
Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
- Certify compliance with internal SOPs and quality systems
- Verify that test orders are completed in an accurate and in a timely manner
- Review and Release of finished client reports
- Perform internal audits of quality systems and SOPs
- Drive quality systems improvements by coordinating investigations and corrective actions with all applicable operating units
- Implement and develop quality control functions for all laboratory processes
- Evaluate current operational practices and recommend process improvements to ensure continued compliance to regulatory requirements and industry expectations
- Authoring and revision of SOPs
- Ownership of training documentation and DOCs (Determination of Capability) for laboratory employees, Direct laboratory workflow and set priorities for daily functioning
- Direct the technical personnel and scientific methods of the laboratory
- Develop analytical methods for chemistry-based, genetic, and microbiological and pesticide assays
- Ensure that the testing laboratory achieves, maintains, and improves as needed quality standards and appropriate laboratory accreditation.
- Offer consulting services as appropriate, including those for lab side hires
- Ensure that personnel are properly trained in quality procedures, operating procedures (SOP's) and instrumentation and equipment specific requirements.
- Compile and prepare reports and analyses setting forth progress, adverse trends, and appropriate recommendations or conclusions as requested by executive management
- Maintain instrumentation and equipment and supply inventory, recommend purchases.
- Assist in formulating and implementing the short and long-range goals for laboratory; set priorities, assign responsibilities, and establish timetables
- Project future needs and formulate strategies consistent with projections.
- Plan and schedule work for the group to ensure proper distribution of assignments as well as adequate manning, space, and facilities for subsequent performance of duties.
- Represent the laboratory in technical interactions with the customer base and other labs
- Consult with clients and government regulators
- Coordinate with Administrative team to proactively respond to customer complaints and inquiries
- Implement solutions to quality problems through inspections, investigations, and audits
- Maintain quality checks on safety of laboratory, including biohazards and insure appropriate maintenance of the facility
- Encourage project/process designs that simplify compliance with quality requirements
- Comply with record keeping requirements
- Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties
- Full understanding and ability to efficiently carry out production protocols for all lab processes
- Update and maintain the Lab Safety Plan/Manual and the MSDS Manual
- Manage laboratory safety and ensures that the laboratory remains in compliance with all local, state and federal regulations
- Ensures all reagents and supplies are available when needed
- Manage and update Chemical inventories and/or Risk Group Agent inventories
- Communicate and enforce laboratory safety rules to all lab personnel
- Mentor employees not following safety policies/procedures that have been established for the lab, and provide information to Administrative Director for corrective action implementation
- Schedule safety training for new lab users and retraining for lab users who need refresher training to include instrumentation and equipment training, safety training and/or lab safety plan reviews and ensure the training has been documented
- Guarantee that the laboratory is cleaned/sanitized and kept in an orderly manner
- Confirms all instrumentation and equipment is functioning properly and when Instrumentation and equipment is found to need maintenance/repair, the appropriate party shall be contacted for needed repair
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in the chemical or microbiological sciences from a college or university accredited by a national or regional certifying authority with a minimum of six years of post-education laboratory experience
- Master's degree in the chemical or microbiological sciences from a college or university accredited by a national or regional certifying authority with a minimum of four years of post-education laboratory experience
- PHD in the chemical or microbiological sciences from a college or university accredited by a national or regional certifying authority with a minimum of two years of post-education laboratory experience
- Experience with the following instrumentation: HPLC, GCMS-Headspace
- Microbiological experience (plating, e.coli, salmonella)
- Mycotoxin experience (ELISA)
- Familiar with the local regulatory requirements specific to the lab and ensures compliance within those standards
- Broad knowledge of cannabis
- Demonstrate leadership ability and excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to lead and drive employees to meet demands
- Experience in evaluating/troubleshoot processes, instrumentation and/or equipment failures
- Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills with demonstrated ability to gather information and develop solutions
- Experience with method development.
- Experience auditing and technical report writing
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills including technical writing· Detail-oriented
- Ability to clearly and concisely explain organizational goals and specific tasks to team members
- Ability to provide excellent customer service and collaborate with remote lab personnel
- Ability to work independently under limited supervision
- Cannabis Industry experience a plus
- Demonstrate effective delegation of tasks
- Ability to develop key performance indicators of staff members
- Effectively manage changing priorities and remain calm under pressure
- Strong organizational and planning skills
- Ability to demonstrate professional, positive attitude toward assigned tasks, projects and colleagues
- Accredited laboratory environment requires strict adherence to safety and Quality Assurance protocols
- Working Conditions and Physical Requirements: sufficient motor function to perform a variety of routine laboratory testing, move freely and safely from one location to another in the laboratory; sufficient upper body muscle coordination to collect appropriate clinical specimens safely and accurately; dexterity to manipulate tools, instruments, and small instrumentation and equipment, including keyboards or other data input tools in a manner consistent with standards of clinical laboratory practice; lift and move objects of at least 20 pounds.
- May be required to work with a variety of hazardous materials.
- This job may include some extended work hours or weekend work during harvest and other busy seasons.
- May require long periods of standing.
- Experience in computer database and Microsoft Office applications
COMPENSATION Depending on Experience
MUST BE OVER THE AGE OF 21 YEARS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR EMPLOYMENT
Job Type: Full Time
Pay: $25.00 - $29.00 per hour
401k Benefits available
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $29.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
COVID-19 considerations:
We adhere to all Covid mandates as set forth by the State of Washington
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Vancouver, WA 98665: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Work Location: One location
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