Manufacturing Lab Technician

Manufacturing Lab Technician ST THOMAS , VI , United States Apply Now! 🧪 Job Title: Manufacturing Lab Technician Company: VI Extracts (under Sea Level Concepts) Location: St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands Type: Full-Time Compensation: Competitive hourly wage + performance-based bonuses + advancement opportunities 🌿 About VI Extracts VI Extracts is a cutting-edge cannabis manufacturing facility in the U.S. Virgin Islands, focused on producing safe, compliant, and high-quality extracts, vapes, infused pre-rolls, edibles, and tinctures. As part of Sea Level Concepts’ vertically integrated cannabis ecosystem, VI Extracts supports multiple brands, including Elevate Island and Rise , with a strong emphasis on innovation, regulatory compliance, and plant-based healing. 🧬 Position Overview The Manufacturing Lab Technician is responsible for hands-on production of cannabis products within a licensed laboratory setting. This role involves working with extraction equipment, performing post-processing operations, assisting with infused product formulation (e.g., gummies and tinctures), and ensuring full compliance with OCR , DLCA , and METRC regulations. This is a fast-paced, technical, and detail-oriented role ideal for someone passionate about cannabis science, product consistency, and maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, precision, and safety. 🔧 Key Responsibilities 🧪 Extraction & Processing Operate extraction equipment (e.g., ethanol, hydrocarbon, or CO₂ systems) under supervision and safety protocols Conduct post-processing steps such as winterization, filtration, decarboxylation, distillation, and terpene reintegration Handle cannabinoid oil refinement processes for vape cartridges, tinctures, and concentrates 🍬 Infused Product Manufacturing Assist in formulating and preparing infused pre-rolls, tinctures, topicals, and edibles (gummies, syrups, etc.) Follow SOPs precisely to ensure dosage consistency, flavor quality, and batch traceability Package and label finished products according to legal standards and brand specs 🧼 Compliance & Cleanliness Follow all lab safety protocols and PPE requirements Maintain a clean, sterile, and organized lab environment (daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning logs) Record all materials, weights, batch numbers, and product movement accurately in METRC and internal systems Support third-party testing coordination by preparing samples and ensuring proper documentation 📦 Inventory & Documentation Track raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods in inventory software and METRC Alert Lab Manager when supplies are low or equipment needs maintenance Participate in daily logs, production reports, compliance binders, and internal QA reviews ✅ Qualifications Required: High school diploma or equivalent; science or trade certification preferred 1–2 years experience in a cannabis lab, extraction facility, pharmaceutical kitchen, or food-grade production lab Comfortable operating and cleaning lab equipment: vacuum ovens, centrifuges, hot plates, rotary evaporators, etc. Working knowledge of cannabis extraction, decarboxylation, infusion, and formulation processes Must be 21+ and eligible to work in a licensed cannabis facility under Virgin Islands law Basic computer literacy and accurate data entry skills (METRC or similar platforms) Preferred: Prior METRC experience Familiarity with OCR/DLCA compliance regulations Food handling, HACCP, or cannabis manufacturing certifications Passion for plant medicine, wellness, or cannabis science 🤝 Reports To: Director of Manufacturing and Director of Compliance 🚀 Why Work at VI Extracts? Work with industry-standard extraction and manufacturing equipment in a startup environment Join a mission-driven company that blends plant medicine, compliance, innovation, and community Opportunities for training, career growth, and hands-on product development Be part of the first wave of licensed cannabis operations in the Virgin Islands Apply Now!