Extraction Preparation Associate; Night Shift

The Company

Headquartered in Roxboro, N.C., Open Book Extracts is a cGMP-certified manufacturer of premium plant-based cannabinoid products, aiming to be the industry's true north by delivering premium products, exceptional service and industry-leading transparency. With control of the entire supply chain, a state-of-the-art extraction campus near North Carolina's Research Triangle, proprietary refinement and conversion methods backed by a growing IP portfolio, and a team of PhD chemists and seasoned business leaders, OBX is positioned to be the trusted partner for global brands seeking to enter the marketplace.

Extraction Preparation Associate

Our company is looking to expand its Extraction department with highly motivated and task-oriented individuals.
Extraction Preparation Associate will work directly under the Extraction Manager to perform day-to-day tasks for the extraction operation and help ensure all duties in the extraction operation are performed in a safe, compliant and successful manner. This position is responsible for preparing, monitoring, and maintaining cleanliness and efficiency of the manufacturing processes. The Extraction Preparation Associate will report to the Extraction Manager and will work both within the facility and on our outdoor extraction skid.

This role will strictly follow the company's standard operating procedures and quality control measures to maintain production of high-quality products. This role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, strong mechanical aptitude, and adherence to cGMP guidelines.

• Maintain a safe, clean, organized work environment and report any safety concerns.
• Receiving, handling, loading and preparing raw material for extraction with care and attention.
• Support training new employees on equipment and procedures in line with approved batch records, SOPs and evaluate compliance on an ongoing basis.
• Properly and successfully perform processes related to Extraction following standard operating procedures.
• Provide vital cleaning/sanitization of the extraction equipment and space.
• Understand and execute procedures, methodologies, and compliance steps for tracking production activities from raw material to ingredient production.
• Ensure consistency and efficacy of product through quality control testing, standard operating procedures and proper documentation.
• Ensure personal hygiene is acceptable before performing any production activities by washing hands, wearing a hair net and other personal protective equipment, etc.
• Sanitize all production equipment and tools including workspace, utensils, containers, cookware, and machinery.
• Create and complete batch production records and labels in accordance with standard operating procedure.
• Weigh, package, label, and document all products, as well as the tracking of batch numbers, lot numbers, and expiration dates.
• Ensure the above information is accurate, appropriately documented and listed clearly in accordance with regulations and company standard operating procedures.
• Additional job duties as assigned.

• Must be willing to learn about raw material processing.
• Previous forklift certification is required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions, including but not limited to, rain, wind, sleet, snow, extreme heat/cold, etc.
• High level of integrity and a strong work ethic.
• Strong interpersonal skills; team player.
• Demonstrated ability to work comfortably and effectively within a diverse, multicultural, multigenerational environment.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor of Science preferred.
• Work Experience:
  
  Minimum of 2 to 3 years working in a team environment.

• Basic understanding of chemistry.
• Ability to preserve confidentiality of information.
• Ability to work as part of a team to achieve company goals.
• Ability to work weekends on an occasional basis.
• Ability to work extended days on an occasional basis.
• Ability to work daytime or evening hours.
• Demonstrate accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to organize and…