Radiopharmaceutical Process Specialist – Shift Leader

Novartis Farmacéutica; Baarle-Nassau; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working options

Insurance plans

Parental leave

Job summary

Novartis Baarle-Nassau is seeking a Process Specialist to contribute to the manufacturing of radiopharmaceutical products, following SOPs, Work Instructions, and Batch Manufacturing Records in line with quality standards and regulatory requirements.

You will operate production equipment, prepare chromatography columns, manage batch documentation, and maintain GMP compliance while working in a three-shift model with a planned transition to five shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor/tech diploma or higher in a science/engineering field.
• Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or controlled production.
• Good communications in English, written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Execute manufacturing activities for radiopharmaceutical products following approved procedures and production documentation.
• Operate production equipment and perform chemical processes including electrolysis and chromatography.
• Prepare chromatography columns and support target ampoule preparation for production activities.
• Perform production line clearance, cleaning, and equipment preparation activities.
• Identify production deviations, elevate issues, and resolve first-line equipment or process failures.
• Maintain accurate batch documentation and ensure compliance with GMP requirements.
• Handle radioactive materials safely and verify products are free from radioactive contamination.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and support production optimization projects.
• Train and support colleagues where qualified, sharing expertise and best practices.
• Act as Deputy Shift Supervisor and support daily shift operations when required.
• Experience training or mentoring colleagues in a production setting.

Skills

English communication

Analytical skills

Shift-based work

Mentoring colleagues

Safety with radioactive materials

Education

Vocational or higher professional degree in engineering, biology, chemistry, medical laboratory sciences, or related field

Job description

Novartis Baarle-Nassau is seeking a Process Specialist to contribute to the manufacturing of radiopharmaceutical products, following SOPs, Work Instructions, and Batch Manufacturing Records in line with quality standards and regulatory requirements.

You will operate production equipment, prepare chromatography columns, manage batch documentation, and maintain GMP compliance while working in a three-shift model with a planned transition to five shifts.