Compounding Technician

THE COMPANY

Headquartered in Roxboro, N.C., Open Book Extracts is a cGMP-certified manufacturer of premium plant-based cannabinoid products, aiming to be the industry's true north by delivering premium products, exceptional service, and industry-leading transparency. With control of the entire supply chain, a state-of-the-art extraction campus near North Carolina's Research Triangle, proprietary refinement and conversion methods backed by a growing IP portfolio, OBX is positioned to be the trusted partner for global brands seeking to enter the marketplace.

The Position

The Compounding Technician will report to the Compounding Supervisor and primarily help to prepare mixes of ingredients for production and blend them in accordance with SOPs/Batch Records for a variety of finished goods. The qualified candidate will work closely with the Compounding Supervisor to ensure production timelines are met.

Responsibilities and Duties as Compound Technician

• Supporting accurate and efficient execution of Production orders, in accordance with BNR, BPR, and MMR, for SMART, compounding, and cannabinoid packaging


• Verifying the environment, including utensils, is suitable for finished goods manufacturing before each manufacturing run


• Ensuring documentation is completed in real time, following Good Documentation Practices, and submitted to Acumatica support staff


• Performing routine cleaning and sanitation in support of production, and adhering to hygienic practices and cGMP in the production areas.


• Helping to organize and control physical inventory of key materials


• Supporting effective communication with relevant stakeholders regarding production consumption/production, contamination, personnel issues, opportunities for improvement


• Collaborating with all relevant Departments


• Basic troubleshooting of relevant equipment


• Following company operating procedures and department protocols

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice

Skills and Abilities

• High degree of attention to detail and self-direction


• High degree of mechanical aptitude


• Able to manage time by balancing multiple tasks simultaneously


• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal


• Able to work effectively and cooperatively with others


• Able to meet production standards in a fast-paced work environment by performing tasks quickly and efficiently


• Understanding of proper and safe handling of hazardous materials


• Strong documentation and computer skills


• Previous manufacturing experience preferred
  
  

Education and Experience:

• High school or equivalent required


• Previous experience in machine operation highly preferred


• Previous experience in cGMP manufacturing environment preferred
  
  

Additional Requirements:

• This is a full-time position based out of Roxboro, NC


• Flexibility to work days/evenings/weekends depending on production schedules as required


• Compensation commensurate with experience.


• Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.


• 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 (100 pounds with assistance)


• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.


• Work with heavy fumes, plant extracts, airborne particles and chemicals


• 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.