Chemical Technician jobs in San Diego, CA

Founded in 2016, Infinite Chemical Analysis Labs’ mission is to provide the cannabis industry with accurate and timely analytical services of exceptional quality while exceeding clients’ expectations. The lab offers a wide range of analytical services for quality assurance and state compliance to uphold brands to the highest standards for premium products. ICAL prides itself on setting the standard for quality cannabis testing across California & Michigan. Additionally, ICAL is currently expanding its analytical services to the fields of environmental, water, food, beverage, nutraceutical, and agriculture testing. We’ll strive to set the same standard of excellence we’re known for across the entire analytical testing industry.

We are currently seeking a Lab Technician to join our California team! Lab Technicians are responsible for all prep work to analyze the various products and samples we receive for testing in the lab. A successful candidate will excel in this position by displaying exceptional attention to detail skills as well as having an interest in learning various chemistry and microbial analyses. This employee will join our evening shift working Monday to Friday, 2:30pm -11:00pm. This position is our entry level role within our lab and a great place to begin building a career within a growing company in a ever expansive industry.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Learn and execute ICAL's established SOPs for sample homogenization of cannabis and hemp products for testing and analysis.
• Learn and execute ICAL's established SOPs for sample preparation of state mandated compliance testing, including but not limited to: potency analysis, residual solvent analysis, terpene analysis, heavy metals, pesticide analysis.
• Clean and maintain lab and equipment, including but not limited to: incubators, laminar flow hood, fume hood, homogenizer, sonicators, microbiology medium prep, and autoclave.
• Dispose of analyzed samples and follow proper chemical waste procedures.
• Ensures exceptional GMP and ISO accredited laboratory practices..
• Ensure lab safety and that personal protective equipment (PPE) is worn at all times.
• Assist with inventory of samples, consumables, and packaging.
• Personal drive and commitment to upkeep and improvement of the Customer/Client Satisfaction at ICAL.
• Performs other lab-related projects and research as assigned when applicable.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Ideal candidate will be a creative, analytical problem-solver who can cooperatively and effectively work with colleagues.
• Understands and follows verbal and written instructions; works independently in the absence of supervision.
• Able to work quickly, without error in a high-pressure environment with ever-changing deadlines.
• Willingness to learn and grow in the analytical chemistry field.
• Effective communication skills (both verbal and written) with excellent computer, typing, and organizational abilities.
• Ability and willingness to multi-task, and the ability to prioritize and manage assignments.
• Positive attitude and willingness to work in a collaborative environment, must be a team player!
• Personal integrity, disciplined work ethic, organization skills, and motivation to work with a sense of urgency.
• Previous experience working in a commercial laboratory environment and/or in the cannabis industry is preferred but not required.
• Proficiency with either Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets strongly preferred.
• Must be comfortable working with and around cannabis and hemp products.
• Must be at least 21 years old to comply with CA Department of Cannabis Control regulations.
• Must possess a Bachelor's degree in a hard science field, Chemistry preferred.
• At least 1 year of laboratory exposure or experience in any science industry and/or workplace.
• Must not concurrently work in any other part of the cannabis industry.

BENEFITS:

• 100% Employer Covered Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with 4% Employer Matching
• 21 Days of Yearly Paid Time Off

EEO STATEMENT:

Infinite Chemical Analysis Labs LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, military status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Are you at least 21 years of age?
• Are you currently located in the San Diego, CA region?
• Are you available to work the posted shift of: M-F, 2:30pm to 11:00pm?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Laboratory: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person