Parallel
Extraction and Refinement Lead
– Parallel is seeking an experienced professional responsible for the extraction and refinement of cannabis flower into high-quality medical cannabis oils. This role supports ethanol-based extraction of dried cannabis flower to produce full‑spectrum oils (RSO/FXO) and distilled cannabinoid oils used across medical cannabis products. The lead oversees all aspects of the extraction process – from preparation of harvested cannabis (shucking and grinding) through ethanol extraction, down‑stream processing, and distillation to produce medical‑grade oils. They ensure facilities and equipment are properly maintained, operate in compliance with company standards, and audit SOPs related to extraction, production, and manufacturing. When needed, they support analytical testing and assist the production team with testing, COAs, packaging, and product creation.
What You Will Be Doing
Follow Parallel Policies & Procedures for daily operations and fully comply with state medical marijuana regulations
Responsible for specific deliverables including production and quality targets
Prepare cannabis material for extraction, including shucking, grinding, and staging dried flower
Execute ethanol extraction using Delta Cup cold extraction methodologies
Perform downstream processing, including filtration, rotary evaporation, decarboxylation, and wiped film distillation to produce medical‑grade cannabis oils
Operate, monitor, and optimize extraction and refinement equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and consistent production
Perform routine preventive maintenance and basic troubleshooting on extraction and refinement equipment
Maintain accurate and compliant documentation, including batch records, production logs, and equipment logs
Update, maintain, and audit standard operating procedures (SOPs) as processes evolve
Ensure strict adherence to all company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements related to extraction and manufacturing
Support analytical testing activities as needed, including assisting with in‑house testing and COA generation
Provide cross‑functional support to production teams as required, including packaging, product formulation, and finished goods manufacturing
Other duties as assigned
Experience and Skills You’ll Bring
Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline preferred; direct cannabis extraction experience may be considered in lieu of formal education
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in manufacturing, production chemistry, or a comparable technical role
Demonstrated experience or working familiarity with general laboratory equipment and safety practices, including solvent‑based extraction systems, filtration techniques, rotary evaporation and wiped film distillation, analytical sample preparation and operation for HPLC and/or GC‑MS, and formulation, dilution calculations
Experience with GMP and lean manufacturing principles preferred
Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to perform routine equipment operation, inspection, and basic troubleshooting
Ability to safely perform repetitive lifting of up to 50 lbs and work within C1D2 laboratory environments
Strong attention to detail, documentation accuracy, and commitment to safety, quality, and compliance
Travel as necessary (between locations)
Age 21 or over (required)
High school diploma or equivalent (required)
Valid government‑issued photo ID (required)
YOU WILL BE SUCCESSFUL IF YOU…
Are self‑motivated; micro‑managing isn’t fun for anyone
Roll your sleeves up and do the work; strategy is important, but so is getting stuff done
Can work fast and be flexible; our industry is always changing
Play nice with others; we collaborate with each other a lot
Think creatively; sometimes the “traditional” solution isn’t the best
What You Get
Employee discount
Consistent, reliable benefits – full medical/vision/dental, 401(k), and access to company‑sponsored well‑being programs
Balance and flexibility; paid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work arrangements
Tuition reimbursement programs
Pet insurance
Physical Requirements
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
Constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery
The person in this position frequently communicates with other employees/customers; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
Must be able to travel domestically 25% of the time
Vision Our Vision – why we exist – is to pioneer well‑being and improve the quality of life for humanity through the benefits of cannabinoids.
Mission Our Mission – how we will do this – is to build a leading, global well‑being company through the best talent, our values, trusted and recognized brands, science and technology‑based innovation, and a relentless focus on execution and continuous improvement.
Values Integrity | Collaboration | Alignment | Intentionality | Accountability | Agility
Equal Opportunity Employer We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique.
Disclaimer: Parallel reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this job description. Your employment with Parallel is a voluntary one and is subject to termination by you or Parallel at will, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time. Nothing in this document shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment‑at‑will status of Parallel associates.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Other
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– Parallel is seeking an experienced professional responsible for the extraction and refinement of cannabis flower into high-quality medical cannabis oils. This role supports ethanol-based extraction of dried cannabis flower to produce full‑spectrum oils (RSO/FXO) and distilled cannabinoid oils used across medical cannabis products. The lead oversees all aspects of the extraction process – from preparation of harvested cannabis (shucking and grinding) through ethanol extraction, down‑stream processing, and distillation to produce medical‑grade oils. They ensure facilities and equipment are properly maintained, operate in compliance with company standards, and audit SOPs related to extraction, production, and manufacturing. When needed, they support analytical testing and assist the production team with testing, COAs, packaging, and product creation.
What You Will Be Doing
Follow Parallel Policies & Procedures for daily operations and fully comply with state medical marijuana regulations
Responsible for specific deliverables including production and quality targets
Prepare cannabis material for extraction, including shucking, grinding, and staging dried flower
Execute ethanol extraction using Delta Cup cold extraction methodologies
Perform downstream processing, including filtration, rotary evaporation, decarboxylation, and wiped film distillation to produce medical‑grade cannabis oils
Operate, monitor, and optimize extraction and refinement equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and consistent production
Perform routine preventive maintenance and basic troubleshooting on extraction and refinement equipment
Maintain accurate and compliant documentation, including batch records, production logs, and equipment logs
Update, maintain, and audit standard operating procedures (SOPs) as processes evolve
Ensure strict adherence to all company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements related to extraction and manufacturing
Support analytical testing activities as needed, including assisting with in‑house testing and COA generation
Provide cross‑functional support to production teams as required, including packaging, product formulation, and finished goods manufacturing
Other duties as assigned
Experience and Skills You’ll Bring
Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline preferred; direct cannabis extraction experience may be considered in lieu of formal education
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in manufacturing, production chemistry, or a comparable technical role
Demonstrated experience or working familiarity with general laboratory equipment and safety practices, including solvent‑based extraction systems, filtration techniques, rotary evaporation and wiped film distillation, analytical sample preparation and operation for HPLC and/or GC‑MS, and formulation, dilution calculations
Experience with GMP and lean manufacturing principles preferred
Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to perform routine equipment operation, inspection, and basic troubleshooting
Ability to safely perform repetitive lifting of up to 50 lbs and work within C1D2 laboratory environments
Strong attention to detail, documentation accuracy, and commitment to safety, quality, and compliance
Travel as necessary (between locations)
Age 21 or over (required)
High school diploma or equivalent (required)
Valid government‑issued photo ID (required)
YOU WILL BE SUCCESSFUL IF YOU…
Are self‑motivated; micro‑managing isn’t fun for anyone
Roll your sleeves up and do the work; strategy is important, but so is getting stuff done
Can work fast and be flexible; our industry is always changing
Play nice with others; we collaborate with each other a lot
Think creatively; sometimes the “traditional” solution isn’t the best
What You Get
Employee discount
Consistent, reliable benefits – full medical/vision/dental, 401(k), and access to company‑sponsored well‑being programs
Balance and flexibility; paid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work arrangements
Tuition reimbursement programs
Pet insurance
Physical Requirements
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
Constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery
The person in this position frequently communicates with other employees/customers; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
Must be able to travel domestically 25% of the time
Vision Our Vision – why we exist – is to pioneer well‑being and improve the quality of life for humanity through the benefits of cannabinoids.
Mission Our Mission – how we will do this – is to build a leading, global well‑being company through the best talent, our values, trusted and recognized brands, science and technology‑based innovation, and a relentless focus on execution and continuous improvement.
Values Integrity | Collaboration | Alignment | Intentionality | Accountability | Agility
Equal Opportunity Employer We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique.
Disclaimer: Parallel reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this job description. Your employment with Parallel is a voluntary one and is subject to termination by you or Parallel at will, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time. Nothing in this document shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment‑at‑will status of Parallel associates.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Other
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