Processing Technician - Vape & Pre-Roll Production

Who We Are

Cirona Labs manufactures water-soluble cannabinoid ingredients, for application in beverages, tinctures, topicals, and edibles.


Our team has over 100 years experience developing products for major CPG and cannabis companies. Our cGMP-certified lab is based in upstate New York on Cornell University’s Technology Farm.

Premium products deserve premium ingredients. Cirona’s custom formulation approach scans an R&D library of over 900 ingredients, using data-driven science to create the most compatible match possible.

The Opportunity

Cirona Labs is hiring a Processing Technician - Vape & Pre-Roll Production (entry level) for our onsite Rochester, NY team, Monday–Friday 2:00pm–10:30pm, $21–$22/hr. This role exists to keep vape cartridge filling and pre-roll lines running smoothly while protecting quality, safety, and compliance.

Key responsibilities:
- Run, clean, and perform basic upkeep on vape filling and pre-roll equipment
- Check fill weights/specs, spot issues early, and help reduce downtime through troubleshooting
- Stage materials, complete SKU changeovers, and keep batch/production/inventory documentation accurate
- Follow GMP expectations, sanitation practices, and required safety/PPE procedures

What you’ll need:
- Ability to follow SOPs and detailed instructions; strong attention to detail and basic math
- Comfort in a fast-paced manufacturing setting; reliable transportation; ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

If you’re ready to launch your career and build hands-on production skills, apply today.

On Shift

You’ll clock in for the afternoon shift, review the production plan, and get set up with PPE before the line starts. Early on, you’ll confirm the run is dialed in—then stay in a steady rhythm of checks, quick adjustments, and documentation as product moves through. When a changeover comes up, you’ll reset the line, organize materials for the next SKU, and verify everything is ready before restarting. Throughout the evening you’ll stay in close communication with teammates and leads, asking questions and learning the “why” behind specs and quality checks. You’ll wrap up by tidying your area, completing final records, and handing off a clear status update for what’s next shift.

Your Coverage

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance; 401(k); Life Insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA); and Paid Time Off (PTO).