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The Company

Open Book Extracts is an industry leading source for all your hemp-derived cannabinoids, including wholesale raw ingredients, finished goods, and custom solutions - the singular destination for excellence in cultivation, extraction, processing, manufacturing, R&D, traceability, and fulfillment. We believe in harnessing the healing powers of cannabinoids to improve lives and are looking for passionate candidates who share our enthusiasm.

Job Summary

Production Associate, Bulk Ingredients (Day & Night shift) will perform tasks and operate equipment for the production and purification of cannabinoid ingredients, such as cannabidiol (CBD). Primary responsibilities include preparation of materials for production, general use of production equipment and recording of production data as outlined by standard operating procedures. The qualified candidate will work with their supervisor to ensure production timelines are met.

Responsibilities

• Closely follow supervisor instructions in assigned tasks and responsibilities
• Clean and maintain processing equipment
• Monitor ongoing production runs, gather data, noting any differences
• Complete batch records in line with Good Documentation Practices (GDP) with necessary guidance from senior production staff members
• Perform quality control tests in the lab as needed
• Assist with testing and calibrating lab equipment in preparation for specific tasks
• Follow all company policies and procedures to ensure product integrity and quality control
• Analyze retrieved data and prepare reports for laboratory management
• Recognize and report any production safety issues
• Basic troubleshooting of all equipment
• Work together with supervisor to maintain production timeline
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Read and follow standard operating procedures and department protocols
• Additional tasks as assigned by management

Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to meet production standards in a fast paced work environment by performing tasks quickly and efficiently
• High degree of attention to detail
• Effectively manage time by balancing multiple tasks simultaneously
• Effective communication skills
• Flexibility to work occasional days/evenings/weekends depending on production schedules
• Work effectively and cohesively with others
• Understanding of proper and safe handling of hazardous materials
• Responsible for completing batch records to a cGDP standard
• Manufacturing quality adherence and thoroughness in carrying out standard operating procedures (SOP's).
• Experience working with manufacturing or lab equipment is a plus
• Mathematic and measurement skills
• Ability to keep detailed records

Education and Experience

• HS Diploma or equivalent.

Additional Details:

• This is a full-time position based out of Roxboro, NC.
• OBX Ingredient Production Department operates 7 days a week, (12 hour shifts, 3 days per week, and 4 days every other week) covering both day & night shifts, & evenings/weekends depending on production; premium pay rate offered for night shift
• Current vacancies are for the Night shift.
• Background and reference checks required.

Physical Demands and Working Environment:

• May be required to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift, carry and balance up to 50 pounds
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
• Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time (10-13 hours) with frequent kneeling and bending.
• Working in limited climate-controlled facilities and experiencing extreme heat or cold.
• Work with heavy fumes, plants, airborne particles and chemicals requiring use of a respirator
• Must be comfortable working with and around heavy machinery
• May experience moderately high noise levels

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.