Cannabis Production Associate I Extraction Processing Jobs

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: Production Associate IOriginal Date Approved: May 21, 2020Date Reviewed: June 3, 2021

Note – Pursuant to Iowa law, all potential employees must pass a background check administered by the Iowa Department of Public Safety before MedPharm Iowa may present an offer of employment. Failure to satisfactorily pass such background check will disqualify a potential employee from employment with MedPharm Iowa. SUMMARY:

Please note: This is a 6-month, temporary position, starting from the date of hire. Further employment will be evaluated after 6 months, based on business needs and job performance.

MedPharm Iowa’s Production Associate I assists in the processing of cannabis plant material and in the manufacturing of finished medical cannabis products. This position may also work otherMedPharm Iowa teams at its medical cannabis manufacturing operation. The Production AssociateI, using batch records and other written instructions, assists with processing cannabis plants for extraction, extracting cannabis oil, preparing bulk product mixes, finished product container filling, quality sampling, raw material reconciliation, and other manufacturing related tasks.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma required.
• Two (2) plus years of experience in a manufacturing/production environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist with day-to-day operations in a large-scale medical cannabis manufacturing operation.
• Assist the processing team with destemming cannabis plants and preparing plant material for extraction.
• Assist the processing team with extracting cannabis oil from cannabis plant material.
• Assist the processing team with purifying extracted cannabis oil for formulation.
• Assist the processing team with cleaning and preventative maintenance of equipment.
• Assist the processing team with QC sample preparation of all in-process flower and oil samples.
• Maintain accurate written records of processing batch records and QC forms.
• Assist the formulation team with bulk product mixing and preparation.
• Assist the formulation team with bottling/filling of finished medical cannabis products.
• Maintain accurate written records of mixing, filling, & sampling events.
• Assist the operations team with completing packaging process for formulated medical cannabis products.
• Maintain accurate daily activity records and operation logs as directed using designated software.
• Assist with managing the cleanliness and organization of all equipment present within the facility.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Assist with plant harvesting.
• Assist with reducing costs of goods sold and operating expenses.
• Assist with research and development projects.
• Comply with all company policies, including confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements.
• Facility maintenance and troubleshooting, as necessary.
• Assist the operations team with labeling medical cannabis containers efficiently and accurately.
• Assist the operations team with delivery of medical cannabis products.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

• Must be able to explicitly follow written & verbal instructions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent analytical abilities.
• Must be reliable and maintain good attendance.
• Must be team oriented.
• Strong project management, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• High attention to detail. Ability to work effectively under time constraints as necessary.
• Proficient in English.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Experience with Microsoft Word and other MS products as well as the ability to learn other software programs as needed.
• Ability to work occasional weekends.

PHYSICAL EFFORT NEEDED:

• Must be able to lift at least fifty (50) pounds, be on feet all day, work in hot and cold environments.
• Must be able to walk, bend, kneel, and lay down.
• Must be able to read and write numbers and letters.

TYPICAL NUMBER OF DIRECT REPORTS:

• Zero (0).

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• Exposed to dust, dirt, mud, varying temperatures, varying humidity levels, varying light intensities, high decibel sounds, and some solvents.
• Occasional exposure to insects, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

• Lab Coat, safety shoes, safety glasses, dust masks, ear protection, various types of gloves and spraying equipment, and biosafety equipment.

TRAVEL:

• Some travel may be required for training purposes and for staying abreast of industry developments.

In MedPharm Iowa’s culture, this position may be required to perform additional duties as needed. The above noted document is not intended to describe, in exhaustive detail, the multitude of tasks that may accompany the position, but rather to give the team member a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations. As the nature of business demands change, so too do the essential functions of the position.

_ MedPharm Iowa is an at will employer. This document is not meant to be an offer, contract, or promise of future or continued employment. For more information, contact human resources. _

MedPharm Iowa is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Des Moines, IA 50317: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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