Ashley Du Bois
About Ashley Du Bois
Ashley Du Bois is an Extraction Technician at Canopy Growth Corporation, where she has worked since 2019. She has extensive laboratory experience in supercritical CO2 extraction and decarboxylation, and holds multiple certifications related to safety and cannabis handling.
Work at Canopy Growth Corporation
Ashley Du Bois has been employed at Canopy Growth Corporation as an Extraction Technician since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for the calibration, qualification, and maintenance of equipment used in cannabis oil production. She maintains batch production records in compliance with standard operating procedures. Additionally, Ashley trains new extraction staff on oil refinement processes, emphasizing safety and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements. She is also a member of the Health and Safety Committee, contributing to workplace safety initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Ashley Du Bois has a diverse educational background. She studied Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy at Canadore College, where she earned an Associate's degree from 2015 to 2020. She also attended the Academy of Applied Pharmaceutical Sciences in 2018 for 11 months, focusing on Pharmaceutical Sciences. Furthermore, she studied Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies at Loyalist College from 2017 to 2018. Her educational experiences have equipped her with the knowledge necessary for her role in extraction and safety protocols.
Certifications and Training
Ashley holds several certifications relevant to her role in the cannabis industry. She is certified in First Aid, CPR, AED, WHMIS, ladder safety, spill control, and handling incompatible chemicals. Additionally, she possesses an Ontario Smart Serve certification and a Customer Service Excellence Certificate. Ashley also holds a CannSell Certification and is a designated access holder with vault access, which is essential for her responsibilities in cannabis oil production.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Canopy Growth Corporation, Ashley Du Bois gained valuable experience in the food service industry. She worked as a Food and Beverage Server at Lone Star Texas Grill from 2015 to 2018 in Ontario, Canada. Prior to that, she served as a Linecook/Assistant Manager at Flapjacks Pancake House from 2012 to 2015. These roles helped her develop customer service skills and teamwork, which are beneficial in her current position.
Hands-On Laboratory Experience
Ashley Du Bois has hands-on laboratory experience with supercritical CO2 extraction and decarboxylation processes. This practical knowledge is crucial for her role as an Extraction Technician at Canopy Growth Corporation. Her expertise in these extraction methods contributes to the efficiency and quality of cannabis oil production, ensuring adherence to industry standards.