Cannabis Extraction Lab Manager

Position Summary

The Cannabis Extraction Technician Manager is responsible for leading and managing cannabis extraction and processing operations within a licensed extraction facility. This role requires strong technical extraction knowledge, a high level of safety awareness, strong leadership ability, and hands-on experience with extraction equipment and post-processing methods. Operating within Oregon’s regulatory framework, the Extraction Technician Manager ensures consistent, high-quality product output while maintaining strict compliance with OLCC regulations, METRC requirements, and internal SOPs.

This position oversees day-to-day extraction operations, supports production planning, trains and develops extraction staff, and drives continuous improvement across extraction, post-processing, and product development processes.

Key Responsibilities

Extraction and Processing Operations

• Manage daily extraction and processing operations in accordance with SOPs and production schedules
• Operate and oversee extraction and processing equipment, including hydrocarbon systems (Luna Tech) and wiped film distillation units
• Oversee solventless production processes, including rosin manufacturing (pressing, curing, handling, and workflow management)
• Monitor and adjust process parameters to optimize yield, consistency, and product quality
• Prepare, stage, and handle raw materials and in-process products for extraction and post-processing
• Ensure smooth production handoff between preparation, extraction, post-processing, and packaging teams
• Support scaling initiatives, workflow efficiencies, and production output improvements

Quality Control

Compliance and Documentation

Equipment Maintenance and Safety

Team Leadership and Collaboration

Qualifications

Required

Preferred

Working Conditions

Compensation and Benefits