At Curaleaf, we’re redefining the cannabis industry with a commitment to quality, expertise, and innovation. As a leading global cannabis provider, our brands, including Curaleaf, Select, and Grassroots, offer top-tier products and services in both medical and adult-use markets.

Join us to be part of a high-growth, purpose-driven company that values corporate social responsibility through our Rooted in Good initiative, which supports community outreach and positive change. At Curaleaf, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, drive innovation, and help shape the future of cannabis. 

Lead Extraction Technician

Job Type: Full-Time; Non-Exempt
Schedule: Mon-Fri; 7:00am-3:30pm
Pay-Rate: $28.25/hr
Location: Ravena, NY

Who You Are:

As a Lead Extraction Technician at Curaleaf, you’ll be at the forefront of our operations, driving innovation and excellence in cannabis extraction and processing. This is an exciting opportunity to "own" a new lab, develop systems and processes, and play a vital role in launching new products in a fast-paced, dynamic industry.

What You Will Do:

Operate advanced extraction and purification equipment, including pressurized systems, rotary evaporation, winterization, distillation, and more. Author and adhere to SOPs for extraction, post-processing, and laboratory maintenance. Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair a wide range of lab equipment, ensuring optimal functionality. Plan and execute daily extractions, meet production goals, and track inventory. Support R&D initiatives by building experimental designs and implementing process improvements. Develop and document meticulous lab notes, batch records, and compliance documentation. Collaborate cross-functionally with engineers, operations, and supervisors to drive innovation. Install and maintain plumbing and electrical components for lab equipment. Ensure strict adherence to state and federal regulations, maintaining compliance with all legal standards.

Compliance: 

Ensure processing operation is fully compliant with state regulations and federal and state law.  Assure that operation adheres to all business and industry license requirements.  Maintaining strict inventory records of all plant materials, chemicals and equipment used in the laboratory and documents production by completing forms, reports, logs and batch records  Maintaining inventory within state-issued cannabis inventory software

What You'll Bring: 

High school diploma required + 2 years of technical/vocational training. Hands-on experience with pressurized systems, extraction processes, and rotary evaporation. Mechanical aptitude with a strong understanding of plumbing and electrical systems. Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot equipment. Strong attention to detail and proficiency in scientific record-keeping. Effective communication and collaboration skills to work across teams. Knowledge of cGMP, health and safety protocols, and hazardous waste handling. Familiarity with ROTO evaporation and other extraction equipment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Even Better If:

You have 1-2 years of laboratory or manufacturing experience. You have a B.S. in Chemical, Mechanical, or Bioprocess Engineering.

Physical Requirements: 

Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time, along with frequent bending Close vision (unobstructed vision at 20 inches or less) Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items, work with fingers Ability to lift to 50 pounds and push up to 100 pounds with assistance  New York Hiring Range$28.25—$28.25 USD

What We Offer:

Career Growth Opportunities Competitive Pay and Benefits (Health, Dental Vision) Generous PTO and Parental Leave 401(K) Retirement Plan Life/AD&D Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability Community Involvement Initiatives Employee Referral Bonuses and Product Discounts

Not all benefits listed above are available to all employees at all locations.  

Curaleaf Awards and Achievements:

2023 Ragan’s Top Places to Work 2022 TIME100 Most Influential Companies 2020 Cannabis Doing Good’s Good Neighbor Award 2020 Minorities for Medical Marijuana’s Diversity & Inclusion Award

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Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (TSX: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf") is a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis with a mission to enhance lives by cultivating, sharing, and celebrating the power of the plant. As a high-growth cannabis company known for quality, expertise and reliability, the Company, and its brands, including Curaleaf, Select, Grassroots, JAMS, Find and Zero Proof provide industry-leading service, product selection and accessibility across the medical and adult-use markets. Curaleaf International is the largest vertically integrated cannabis company in Europe with a unique supply and distribution network throughout the European market, bringing together pioneering science and research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction, and production.

Our corporate  is Rooted in Good. We believe in taking corporate and social responsibility very seriously, from our educational outreach to national partnerships, state-wide initiatives, and local causes. Giving back to the communities where we operate is important to us and helps to change old attitudes by showing the positive impact of cannabis in creating jobs, changing lives, and helping local communities. 

Our Vision: To be the world's leading cannabis company by consistently delivering superior products and services and driving the global acceptance of cannabis. 

Our Values:

Lead and Inspire.   Commit to Win.   ONE Curaleaf.   Driven to Deliver Excellence.  

Curaleaf is an equal opportunity employer. Curaleaf recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Individuals adversely impacted by the war on drugs are encouraged to apply.

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