Extraction Technician

Maitri Medicinals•Pittsburgh, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Maitri Medicinals’ vision is to cultivate, produce and dispense quality medical marijuana products for Pennsylvania patients who suffer from qualifying medical conditions and diseases. Founded by third-generation Southwestern Pennsylvania residents, Maitri is deeply invested in the region’s wellbeing and development. Maitri views Pennsylvania’s medical marijuana program as an opportunity to help patients suffering from serious medical conditions, support intervention efforts to address the region’s opioid crisis, provide career training and lucrative opportunities for local residents in the medical marijuana industry. We recognize that people define and achieve wellness in different ways across a wide spectrum, and serve all patients with open mindedness, kindness, and a desire to learn. Summary of the Role: The Extraction Technician is responsible for supporting the processing and extraction of medical marijuana in the lab, ensuring all activities adhere to state medical marijuana regulations and internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). This role includes manufacturing, storing, and maintaining equipment and materials necessary to carry out various extraction and infused product processes. The Extraction Technician is responsible for overall production, inventory management, recordkeeping, and quality control throughout the production flow, ensuring that products meet established standards and compliance requirements.

Requirements

Flexible schedule availability including nights, weekends and holidays
High School diploma or General Equivalency Degree (GED)
Must be 18 years of age or older
Ability to pass state and federal criminal background checks
Skilled with Microsoft Office and Google workspaces
Basic Mechanical skills
Experience in any relevant trades, including horticulture, food handling, etc.

Nice To Haves

Kitchen background is preferred but not required
Laboratory experience is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Lead and support production activities in the Extraction Lab, including setup, operation, and maintenance of extraction equipment.
Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and ensure compliance with state medical marijuana regulations.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment, including cleaning and sanitizing equipment, lab surfaces, and tools.
Assist in all phases of the extraction process, including material preparation, processing, and post-processing activities.
Operate laboratory instruments, monitor extraction processes, record operational data, and provide results to supervisor for review.
Prepare biomass and other materials for extraction, ensuring proper labeling and batch tracking.
Support winterization, filtration, and rotary evaporation (rotovap) processes as directed, including handling solvents and monitoring temperatures per SOPs.
Conduct daily quality assurance checks and ensure all processes meet lab standards.
Maintain accurate records and logbooks for extractions, production batches, and equipment use.
Identify and report deviations, equipment malfunctions, or safety concerns immediately to supervisory staff.
Work closely with Lab Technicians, Lab Supervisors, and cross-functional team members to meet production goals.
Adapt to changing production priorities while maintaining attention to detail, safety, and compliance standards.
Work cross-functionally to ensure the facility maintains an exemplary standard of cleanliness, organization, functionality, safety, and security.
Perform other duties as necessary to support overall extraction operations and organizational objectives.