Extraction TechnicianSacramento
Extraction Technician
Who We Are
From California to the world, Natura is building the future of the global cannabis supply chain.
At Natura, we’re on a mission to positively impact millions of lives by creating a world-class platform where cannabis brands can launch, grow, and thrive. We’re building a next-generation, fully vertically integrated ecosystem designed to bring consistency, innovation, and reliability to one of the fastest-growing industries in the world.
Our vision is bold: to transform the world through cannabis. We believe the best way to achieve that is by empowering the incredible entrepreneurs, creators, and brands shaping the industry. Natura provides them with a home where they can bring their ideas to life - supported by the infrastructure, expertise, and technology needed to scale with confidence.
That vision begins at our state-of-the-art Sacramento campus, where cultivation, manufacturing, distribution, and delivery come together under one roof. This unique, end-to-end platform allows cannabis brands to move from concept to consumer with unmatched efficiency and quality standards.
At Natura, we’re not just building a facility—we’re building the backbone of the modern cannabis industry.
Learn more about our mission and platform at www.natura.io.
Position Summary
The Extraction Technician is responsible for operating closed-loop hydrocarbon extraction systems and solventless water extraction processes to produce high-quality concentrates. This role includes biomass preparation, extraction operations, solvent recovery, solventless hash production, post-processing, equipment maintenance, and maintaining strict safety and compliance standards.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Key ResponsibilitiesClosed-Loop Extraction Operations
- Operate closed-loop hydrocarbon extraction systems using butane/propane blends.
- Load biomass into extraction columns and perform hydrocarbon extraction cycles.
- Monitor and control temperature, pressure, and solvent flow to ensure optimal extraction efficiency.
- Perform solvent recovery and system depressurization following SOPs.
- Inspect systems for leaks, pressure irregularities, and equipment malfunctions.
Solventless (Water) Extraction
- Perform ice water extraction to produce bubble hash.
- Prepare and agitate plant material using wash vessels, ice, and filtration bags.
- Separate and collect different micron grades of hash.
- Properly dry hash using freeze dryers or traditional drying methods.
- Maintain cleanliness and temperature control during solventless processing.
Post-Processing & Refinement
- Transfer crude extracts to vacuum ovens for purging residual solvents.
- Assist with winterization, filtration, and solvent removal processes.
- Monitor extraction products during curing, nucleation, and stabilization.
- Operate Rosin Presses
- Process extracts into finished forms such as:
- Shatter
- Wax/badder
- Crumble
- Live resin
- Rosin/hash derivatives
- Prepare extracts for packaging or further refinement.
Material Preparation
- Break down, grind, or prepare biomass prior to extraction.
- Accurately weigh and record material inputs and outputs.
- Track yields, batch numbers, and production metrics.
Equipment Maintenance & Cleaning
- Clean and sanitize extraction equipment, vessels, and tools.
- Inspect gaskets, clamps, valves, pumps, and recovery systems.
- Perform routine maintenance on:
- Closed-loop extraction systems
- Vacuum ovens
- Solvent tanks
- Wash vessels
- Filtration systems
- Report and troubleshoot mechanical issues.
Safety & Compliance
- Follow OSHA, fire safety, and hazardous material protocols.
- Maintain compliance with state cannabis regulations and facility SOPs.
- Ensure proper solvent storage, ventilation, and grounding procedures.
- Use proper PPE and maintain cleanroom standards.
Documentation & Quality Control
- Maintain detailed production logs and batch records.
- Record:
- Biomass weights
- Solvent usage
- Extraction parameters
- Final yields
- Assist with sampling for potency, residual solvent, and contaminant testing.
- Maintain consistent product quality and process reproducibility.
Skills & Qualifications
Technical Skills
- Experience with closed-loop hydrocarbon extraction systems.
- Knowledge of solventless hash production (ice water extraction).
- Familiarity with vacuum ovens, freeze dryers, and solvent recovery systems.
- Understanding of pressure systems and solvent safety.
Operational Skills
- Strong attention to detail and safety awareness.
- Ability to follow strict SOPs and lab protocols.
- Basic math for yield tracking and batch calculations.
- Ability to work in fast-paced production environments.
Equipment Commonly Used
- Closed-loop hydrocarbon extraction systems
- Vacuum ovens
- Solvent recovery pumps
- Chillers and heaters
- Freeze dryers
- Ice water wash vessels
- Filtration bags and sieves
- Stainless steel extraction columns
Rosin Press
Basic Qualifications
- Must be 21 years or older
- Ability to work as part of a team to meet production schedules.
- Regular and punctual attendance is required.
- 1-2 years in cannabis
Preferred Qualifications
- 1–3+ years experience operating closed-loop hydrocarbon extraction systems (butane/propane).
- Hands-on experience with solventless extraction methods, including ice water hash production and freeze-drying.
- Experience with post-processing techniques such as vacuum oven purging, winterization, filtration, and crystallization.
- Familiarity with closed-loop extraction equipment maintenance, including replacing gaskets, seals, clamps, and troubleshooting pressure or flow issues.
- Experience operating vacuum ovens, solvent recovery pumps, chillers, and freeze dryers.
- Understanding of hydrocarbon solvent safety and C1D1 extraction environments.
- Experience maintaining batch records, yield tracking, and production logs.
- Ability to identify and troubleshoot extraction system issues such as clogs, pressure irregularities, or solvent recovery inefficiencies.
- Experience producing multiple concentrate types including live resin, shatter, badder, crumble, and hash products.
- Strong understanding of extraction room safety protocols and hazardous material handling.
- Previous experience in cannabis manufacturing or extraction labs preferred.
Managerial Responsibility
This position has no managerial functions
Travel Requirements
No travel is expected for this position
Working Environment
This job operates in a GMP manufacturing plant setting. While working in this environment employees will be required to wear appropriate protective gowning (provided uniform scrubs) and equipment. While working in this environment, employees are required to operate, maintain, and clean large scale packaging equipment including automated packaging equipment and ancillary equipment. While working in this environment, employees will be exposed to cannabis, cannabis concentrates, cannabis products, and terpenes and may also be exposed to the following: extreme temperatures (as low as -80 Fahrenheit)dust and fine particulate, loud and/sustained noise, pinching and/or crushing hazards food allergens, high pressure systems, including inert and volatile gases.
In addition to the conditions above, the working environment also includes basic professional office equipment such as desks, mobile workstations, computers, phones and other office equipment.
Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this job employees will be required to walk, stand for sustained periods, and lift and carry at least 50 pounds. Employees will be required to use hands, fingers and arms to grasp, pull, twist, reach, and push as needed to operate basic tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, torque wrenches, etc. Employees must be able to push, pull, and stop carts and trolleys. Employees must be able to see, hear, and communicate basic operational and safety instructions. Employees may be required to lay on the floor or climb stairs. Employees may be required to wear hearing, eye, respiratory, hot/cold, or fall protection.
This position is regularly exposed to raw cannabis flower and other cannabis derived materials and products.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Work Authorization/Security Clearance
There is no visa or H-1B sponsorship.
Pay Range
$18-$22/hour
Natura embraces diverse perspectives, and we value unique human experiences. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the diversity of the communities where we live and do business.
Location - Sacramento - CA
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Rosin Extraction: 1 year (Required)
- Rosin Production: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Sacramento, CA 95828: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
