Distillation Technician Albany, NY

Jetty Extracts is a premier cannabis extraction company that produces innovative products and world-class cannabis oils headquartered in Oakland 2013 Jetty Extracts began producing extracts and concentrates in San Diego CA. Jetty is now one of the top extracts and concentrates brands in California.

Starting with a few individuals committed to creating clean refined cannabis concentrates by the beach Jetty has evolved into a group of passionate professionals committed to becoming one of the worlds most respected cannabis brands.

While the last several years have seen Jetty grow exponentially we continue to be committed to craft working with small farmers producing the cleanest and tastiest products and contributing to our communities. As we do so we continue to support the Shelter Project the companys in-house compassion program that has been providing free cannabis oil to cancer patients since 2014.

Jetty Extracts is looking for a Distillation Technician to join our team at our production facility in Albany New York.

If you are passionate about our industry a good person with an open mind and a great work ethic we want to hear from you! Relevant experience is preferred but not necessary.

The Distillation Technician is responsible for operating distillation equipment to refine cannabis oil into high-quality distillate while maintaining strict quality safety and compliance standards. This role monitors production processes documents manufacturing activities performs routine equipment maintenance and partners with cross-functional teams to meet production goals.

The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined detail-oriented and experienced working in a laboratory or regulated manufacturing environment.

• Operate vacuum distillation equipment to refine cannabis oil according to established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Prepare equipment and materials for scheduled production runs.

• Monitor temperatures vacuum pressures flow rates and other critical process parameters.

• Evaluate product quality throughout the distillation process and report any deviations.

• Clean sanitize and prepare equipment between production runs.

• Perform routine equipment inspections and notify leadership of maintenance or repair needs.

• Accurately complete batch records production logs inventory transactions and other required documentation.

• Follow all safety procedures Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) sanitation standards and state cannabis regulations.

• Assist with troubleshooting equipment and process issues to improve efficiency and product quality.

• Maintain a clean organized and compliant laboratory environment.

• Collaborate with other production teams to ensure production schedules are met.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Experience with short path wiped film or vacuum distillation.

• Associates or Bachelors degree in Chemistry Chemical Engineering Biochemistry or a related scientific discipline.

• Experience working in a regulated cannabis manufacturing environment.

• Familiarity with GMP OSHA and applicable state cannabis regulations.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• At least 1 year of experience in cannabis extraction laboratory operations chemical processing pharmaceutical manufacturing food production or a similar regulated manufacturing environment.

• Experience following detailed SOPs and maintaining accurate production documentation.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team.

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to stand for extended periods and regularly lift up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to stand walk bend and perform repetitive tasks throughout the workday.

• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to safely work around heated equipment vacuum systems glassware and processing equipment.

• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Location: Albany NY

• Reports To: Jonathan Mojarro General Manager

• On-Site Requirements: Monday - Thursday

• Schedule: Monday - Thursday 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM

• Compensation: $27.50 to $32.50 per hour

We feel strongly that our employees do their best work when they dont need to worry as much about some of lifes biggest stressors. We pay our employees a living wage and support them with benefits such as generous PTO parental leave with day one eligibility health/dental/vision insurance and a 401k match.

• Health insurance

• 401(k) with 4% match

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Disability insurance

• Paid time off

• Parental leave

• 10 company-paid holidays

Jetty Extracts is an equal opportunity employer committed to equitable hiring practices. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented nontraditional and justice-impacted backgrounds to apply.

We also provide reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process. If you require support due to a disability long-term or chronic condition mental health condition sincerely held religious belief pregnancy-related need or neurodivergence please contact us at .