Extraction Technician (Cannabis)

TerrAscend Corp. is a leading TSX-listed company with operations across North America, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Ohio, and California through TerrAscend Growth Corp., as well as retail operations in Canada.

TerrAscend operates The Apothecarium and other dispensary retail locations, along with scaled cultivation, processing, and manufacturing facilities across its core markets. Our portfolio includes well-known brands such as The Apothecarium, Cookies, Kind Tree, Legend, State Flower, Wana, Cuue, One, and Valhalla.

The Extraction Technician will be working in the laboratory at TerrAscend to create extracts and other medical marijuana products. As an extraction technician, you will be responsible for operating the machinery, ensuring processes are efficient, and following state-mandated regulations and procedures.

Shift Schedules

Monday - Friday (5:00am - 1:30pm) or

Monday - Friday (12:30pm - 9:00pm)

Why TerrAscend?

Join a growing, fast-paced organization where your work makes an impact. At TerrAscend, you'll have opportunities to grow your career, collaborate with talented teams, and help shape what's next as our business continues to evolve.

Responsibilities Include, but are not limited to

• Operate extraction equipment to ensure attainment of daily production and efficiency goals.
• Ensure all extraction and processing activities are performed in accordance with TerrAscend quality and safety standards, regulatory requirements, and all other applicable legal and food safety requirements.
• Safely operate, clean, and maintain extraction production equipment, including solventless, supercritical fluid, and solvent extraction systems, distillation systems, pumps, filters, and evaporators according to established SOPs.
• Safely handle hazardous materials, including butane, propane, and ethanol, and adhere to safe chemical handling and disposal procedures defined by SOPs and MSDS.
• Safely handle and dispose of cannabis waste according to processes defined in SOPs.
• Produce reliable and precise data for completion of all required batch, equipment, quality, inventory, and state-mandated seed-to-sale documentation.
• Accurately complete all associated logs and tracking records.
• Maintain equipment health by performing daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly checks.
• Assist in creating and maintaining SOPs for the extraction process.
• Assist in maintaining equipment asset logs.
• Assist in training new hires.
• Support R&D efforts to improve efficiencies in the extraction process.
• Clean and sanitize glassware, transfer materials, storage vessels, tools, and work surfaces.
• Maintain a safe and orderly workspace to ensure the safety of yourself and others.
• Work collaboratively within a diverse team while maintaining strong situational awareness and effective communication.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Minimum of 6 months of cannabis extraction experience using hydrocarbon extraction methods.
• Experience with solventless extraction.Ability to maintain excellent punctuality and attendance
• Flexibility with hours and days, including weekends, holidays, and overtime when necessary.
• Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills to effectively interact with team members.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.
• Must satisfy the minimum age criteria mandated by applicable state cannabis regulations for this role.
• Background Check Required.

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What We Offer

• Health & Wellness** — Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible team members.
• Plan for Your Future** — 401(k) savings opportunities to help support your financial goals.
• Time to Recharge** — Paid time off and company holidays for eligible team members.
• Grow Your Career** — Learning, development, and opportunities to build your career across a growing organization.
• Employee Perks** — Team member discounts and additional programs designed to recognize and support our people.
• Support When You Need It** — Resources and programs focused on your overall well-being.

*Benefits and eligibility may vary based on employment status, location, and other applicable factors.*

Background Check Requirement

As a condition of employment, a complete background investigation will be conducted based on the rules of the specific State in which the employee is hired. Typically, the state investigative process includes a state and federal background check.

Working Conditions

This position may require the ability to perform essential functions that include, but are not limited to, standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting. Team members may need to lift and move items, e.g., product packages, display cases, cash registers, or inventory boxes, weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

The role may also require visual abilities to accurately handle transactions, verify product information, and maintain inventory, as well as manual dexterity for handling cash, operating point-of-sale systems, and organizing products. Employees may be required to remain on their feet for extended periods and perform repetitive hand or arm movements with or without reasonable accommodation.

EEO Statement

TerrAscend is an equal opportunity employer. At TerrAscend, employees and applicants are evaluated based on their qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination based on sex, race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy or related medical conditions, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.

Disclaimer

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The Company has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The list of job responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, and the like is not exhaustive, rather it is illustrative of the current essential functions required for the position.

TerrAscend Participates in E-Verify

Please review the E-Verify Participation Notice and Right to Work Notice, available in English and Spanish.

E-Verify Participation Notice:

https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf

Right to Work Notice:

https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER_RighttoWorkPoster.pdf

Statement on External Recruiting Agencies

TerrAscend and all affiliates do not accept blind resume submissions from external recruiting agencies. No fee will be paid to agencies who submit candidates without being under contract for an active search with TerrAscend.