Extraction Operator

Local Candidates Preferred
Company Overview: Vantage Hemp is a private company that established a large-scale hemp extraction facility in Greeley, Co. The extraction facility plans to become a key player in the rapidly growing CBD industry with plans to expand quickly using cutting-edge extraction technology. Learn more about Vantage Hemp, their process, and their products at Vantagehemp.com or follow on Twitter @vantagehemp
Position Summary: Extraction operators will be responsible for extracting and purifying CBD products from hemp biomass according to established procedures. This position is also responsible for collecting samples, recording, and keeping track of the product extracted. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Produce quality extracted products according to company procedures and policies
• Conduct the extraction process in a safe and accurate manner
• Use a variety of equipment including but not limited to: extraction equipment, scales, evaporation equipment, distillation equipment
• Adhere to all safety requirements throughout shift and perform daily safety and maintenance checks on equipment
• Perform regular cleaning and maintenance of production equipment, work surfaces and tools
• Properly document all extraction workflow and data to ensure process integrity
• Assist in maintaining accurate inventory counts of supplies and materials for the laboratory
• Should know solvent extraction methods, typical laboratory skills, attention to detail, ability to work quickly, ability to perform well as part of a team and independently.
• Assist with other duties as assigned**

Education: High School diploma or GED required; Stem degree preferred.

Experience

• Level I 1+ years of production/manufacturing experience with extraction processes preferred.
• Level II 3+ years of production/manufacturing experience with extraction processes & Bachelor or equivalent level of experience. 
• Level III 5+ years of production/manufacturing experience with extraction processes & Master's or equivalent experience.

Extraction operators should be knowledgeable about the various extraction methods in the industry such as hydrocarbon and supercritical CO2 extraction. They should also have strong production skills. For instance, they should be able to work quickly while still maintaining a high level of product integrity. Importantly, they must follow all the safety guidelines and procedures when handling hazardous materials. Finally, the extraction operator should be able to work well in a team and independently.

• Ability to stand, crouch, lift, push, and pull items and equipment of varying weight and sizes
• Be highly organized, clean, and efficient.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
• Basic math skills required
• Computer experience with Google Suite and Microsoft Office
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative team environment
• Must be 18 years of age

Work Hours: Hours vary and are dependent on business needs, scheduling 10-hour shifts, 4 days a week. Hours worked per week may vary with the workload. Evening and weekend work is required as needed to satisfy the requirements of the job.
Compensation: $22 to $26

The above statements reflect the principal functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation