Have you always wanted to build something big and successful with your talent, but were still looking for the perfect idea and product? Do you want to be part of a successful and growing team that is setting new standards in the cannabis industry? Are you ready for it all? Then apply for this job and become part of MediCrops® Biomedical Technologies AG!
Purpose of the Job
Lab Technician – API Pharmaceuticals provides daily care of processing cannabis plants (Herbal Substance, Cannabis Sativa L.) into Herbal Preparation API (Cannabis Herbal Preparation) in the Processing Area (GMP) from Pre-Processing Decarboxylation (GMP), SFC CO2 Extraction Processing (GMP), Evaporation/Fraction Processing (GMP), Distillation Processing (GMP), Isolation and Chromatography Processing, Formulation and Filling (GMP). Also, Responsible for the Secondary Packaging related to API packaging.
During all cycle of the life of the processing, the Process API Technician will provide quality care and attention to the pre- process of the plants from Decarboxylation (GMP) to Filling/Formulation (GMP) which includes Extraction Process (GMP) and Post Process (GMP) activities
The Process API Technician will support the Process API Manager for manufacturing aspects.
Detailed recordkeeping and strict adherence to the company’s operating procedures (SOP’s and WI’s) and compliance with EU GACP and GMP Guidelines Herbal Substance and Herbal Preparations are essential for this position
Main Responsabilities/Duties
Lab Technician – API Pharmaceuticals tasks:
Handling and coordinate daily care of medical cannabis herbal preparation processing in:
– Pre-Process (GMP): Decarboxylation, Terps trap
– Extraction Process (GMP): SFC CO2 Extraction, Winterization/Dewaxing/Filtration,
– Post-Processing (GMP): Evaporation/Fraction, Distillation, Purification, Isolation & Formulation/Filling, including inspecting the API, In Process Control (IPC). If needed Support the GACP Cultivation Team for the Grinding (GMP) and Primary Packaging (GMP) (Herbal Substance, GMP area only).
Continuous systematic cleaning and sanitizing of GMP area and equipment’s; dispose of waste according to strict compliance guidelines and SOP’s and WI’s.
Accurate tracking and recording of data (Data Integrity) during each phase of the processing/manufacturing of cannabis API herbal preparation. (Track and Trace “Seed-to-Sale”, igWLab)
Ensure the appropriate information is ALCOA+, clearly in accordance with the state regulations and company Policy, SOP’s, and WI’s. (Data Integrity)
Carefully follow directives as provided by the CEO & Chief Tech Ops /Quality Assurance.
Willingness to continue to learn the best with a strong interest in medical cannabis manufacturing activities.
Not limited to these tasks. (Training Plan Career)
Requirements
Qualifications:
MUST Hold a degree in a scientific discipline or equivalent; ideally Analytical Lab Technician or Phyto Extraction Lab Technician.
Ideally 2+ years of combined experience working in lab research or lab operations.
Experience in the medical cannabis industry (is a +)
Strong desire to work in processing API Cannabis field and a willingness to quickly learn about manufacturing quality medical cannabis preparations and products.
Know-how in EudraLex -the Rules Governing Medicinal Products in the European Union Volume 4 EU Guidelines to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) Medicinal Products for Human and Veterinary Use Annex 7 Manufacture of Herbal Medicinal Products, GMP part I & II (API), and ICH- is highly appreciated.
High level of integrity and a strong work ethic.
Demonstrated ability to work comfortably and effectively within a diverse, multicultural, multigenerational environment.
Safety, Quality, Efficacy oriented
Proficiency and Good communication skills in French, English (must have) and German (would like)
Analytical root cause mind
Well organized, pragmatic, able to define and to support Process API Manager
Support Project in Continuous Improvement in GMP area.
Knowledge in Word, Excel, PPT, Teams…
Good skills in written for WI and SOP
Job Title
Lab Technician – API Pharmaceuticals
Organization
Processing GMP
Site
VD, Y Parc Production and Manufacturing Site
Reports to
Processing API Manager
Employee Status
Full Time Permanent, Start : 2023
MediCrops® Biomedical Technologies AG is a Swiss-based and internationally operating pharmaceutical company specialising in prescription cannabis preparations containing THC. MediCrops® Biomedical Technologies AG is setting new standards in the cannabis industry by building a holistic ecosystem to improve the well-being of millions of people around the world through its synergies. The construction of a new production facility in the technology centre of Yverdon-Les-Bains is an important step towards the targeted market leadership.
