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.
JOB OVERVIEW
Extraction Associate
Our company is looking to expand its extraction department with highly motivated and task-oriented individuals. Extraction Associates will work directly under the Extraction Manager to perform day-to-day operations in the extraction lab and help ensure all duties in the extraction lab are performed in a safe, compliant and successful manner. This position is responsible for monitoring and maintaining cleanliness and efficiency of the manufacturing processes. The Extraction Associate will report to the Extraction Manager and will work outdoors and 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. Various night shift vacancies.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Receiving, handling, and preparing harvested flower material for extraction with care and attention.
- Properly and successfully perform extraction, and related processes, following standard operating procedures.
- Provide vital systematic maintenance and cleaning/ sanitization of the extraction production equipment and space.
- Understand and execute procedures, methodologies, and compliance steps for tracking hemp products from biomass 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.
- Diagnose and resolve equipment failures and complete preventative maintenance.
- Set up, operate, and maintain extraction, refinement and other manufacturing equipment.
- Additional job duties as assigned.
- Night shift vacancies are available (6:00am-6:30pm); DuPont schedule
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must have knowledge of or in the process of learning about hemp processing and extraction.
- Previous forklift certification is preferred.
- Familiarity with terminology and scientific techniques of the hemp industry is preferred.
- 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.
EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:
- High School Diploma REQUIRED.
- Bachelor of Science (Preferred).
- Work Experience: Minimum of 2 to 3 years working in a team environment.
OTHER SKILLS, ABILITIES AND/OR TRAINING:
- 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 prioritize a variety of tasks/ projects.
- Ability to work within strict time frames and resolute deadlines.
- Ability to work within the company's strategic approach as designed by the executive team.
- Personal transportation.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and duties of this job. Regularly required to do the following activities:
- Stand dynamically for long periods without a break.
- Use hands to finger, handle, and/or feel; the ability to type, pick, pinch with fingers, seize, hold, grasp or turn with hands and perceive attributes of objects and materials such as size, shape, temperature, or texture, by touching with fingertips.
- Maintain balance while walking, standing or crouching.
- Twist upper torso.
- Reach up and out with hands and arms.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds and carry a distance of one hundred feet.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS:
The Extraction department operates 7 days a week utilizing 2 day and 2 night shift crews, utilizing the Pittman schedule, also referred to as the 2-2-3 schedule.
Shifts rotate between 3-day and 4-day work weeks, then repeats. Shifts are 12 hours.
Day Shifts: 6:00am-6:30pm Night Shifts: 6:00pm-6:30am - multiple vacancies
- 12-Hour Continuous Shifts: Fixed Day or Night schedule (no rotating between day and night shifts).
- 2-2-3 Rotating Schedule: You only work 7 out of every 14 days.
- Week 1: Work 3 days (36 hours)
- Week 2: Work 4 days (48 hours)
- Key Lifestyle Perks:
- Every other weekend off (3-day weekend).
- Never work more than 3 consecutive days.
- Predictable schedule with built-in overtime (averaging 42 hours/week).
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
Open Book Extracts is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.