Lead Extraction Specialist

VeloxCann is a co-sourcing pharmaceutical company, seeking to recruit a Lead Extraction Specialist who shares a passion for performance, professionalism and who values employment in a challenging environment to join our team. This position will report to the Chief Science Officer/Site Leader and will have the opportunity to take on diverse tasks and help build the extraction team, allowing for significant growth. 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Operation: Direct the operation and maintenance of extraction and distillation equipment.

  • Lab Work: Perform front-end processing of raw materials, including weighing, grinding, cleaning, and general lab work.

  • Preparation: Prepare workspace, equipment, and materials daily. 

  • Cleanliness: Wash and sterilize laboratory glassware and equipment. 

  • Maintenance: Schedule and perform regular maintenance, cleaning, and repairs of all equipment. 

  • Standard Operating Procedures: Develop and execute the process of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). 

  • Equipment: Order necessary machine parts and upgrade equipment when necessary to ensure optimal performance.

  • Administrative: Perform administrative tasks, such as metrics documenting, and all machine maintenance, making equipment orders, and improving or development safety guidelines for equipment use.

  • Safety: Upholds and promotes a safety culture.

  • Miscellaneous: Other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications 

  • University level degree in Science (Chemistry, Biochemistry) or Chemical Engineering is required; 

  • Must have 1-3 years’ experience as an Extraction Lab Technician or in a related role within a lab setting.

  • Strong knowledge and understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) guidelines for workplace safety and hazardous chemicals.

  • Excellent working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Processes (GMP) and Good Production Practice (GPP) guidelines.

  • Mechanical proficiency in understanding the operation of extraction equipment, includes having the ability to service pressure vessel hoses, fittings, and being able to use a wrench to remove fittings.

  • Excellent knowledge of equipment operations and repair procedures.

  • Proficient with the internet and basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

  • Demonstrated ability to read and use schematics related to manufacturing equipment.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to write reports, develop SOPs, develop presentations and conduct training sessions.

  • Strong organizational skills

  • Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment

  • Demonstrate the ability to be flexible and multidisciplinary.

  • Self-motivated, strong analytical skills, and detail-oriented.

  • Capable to work independently as well as in a team-setting.

  • Communicates well to all levels of the organization, tactfully and professionally.

Candidates interested in this challenging opportunity should email their cover letter and resume to info@veloxcann.com and include “Lead Extraction Specialist” in the subject heading.  We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.  

 

 

Ron Leung