Lab Technician

Cardinal Health, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

Health savings account

401k savings plan

MyFlexPay wage access

FSAs

Disability coverage

Work-Life resources

Paid parental leave

Healthy lifestyle programs

Job summary

Cardinal Health, Inc. in Birmingham, AL, is recruiting for a Nuclear Manufacturing role to produce PET radiopharmaceuticals in a regulated setting.

The position involves working in ISO cleanrooms, handling radioactive materials, and following strict safety and quality procedures. You will receive extensive training, perform QC tests, manage SAP inventory, and coordinate production schedules based on customer needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent, or equivalent work experience.
• Education in sciences preferred.
• Lab experience highly preferred.
• Must be able to work overnight shift (Facility operates at night).
• Prior experience in manufacturing, preferably in a controlled environment and/or regulated industry desired.
• Effective written and verbal English communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manufactures radioactive isotopes (includes synthesis setup, hot cell manipulations, distribution).
• Conducts quality control testing of each batch using listed instruments.
• Works in ISO 7 cleanroom to make product and customer vials.
• Performs environmental and personnel monitoring in ISO 5/7/8 environments.
• Coordinates daily production run schedule based on customer and pharmacy needs.
• Maintains daily production records and reports; supports documentation practices.
• Manages SAP Inventory including receiving and cycle counts.
• Performs daily radiation safety tasks and lab cleaning.

Skills

English communication

Follow detailed instructions

Task management

Critical thinking

Auditory/visual acuity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Science education preferred

Lab experience preferred

Tools

SAP Inventory

Gas Chromatograph

Dose Calibrator

HPLC

TLC Plate Scanner

Analytical Balance

Job description

Sign on Bonus

• Now offering a $1500 new hire sign-on bonus!!

What Nuclear Manufacturing contributes to Cardinal Health

Nuclear Manufacturing is responsible for the manufacturing of time sensitive radiopharmaceuticals in an integrity driven, highly regulated environment (i.e. FDA, NRC, DOT) to support patient treatment through disease diagnosis, staging, and monitoring.

The primary work environment consists of a cyclotron and associated manufacturing facility for the production of PET radiopharmaceuticals, which must be kept clean, orderly, properly lighted and maintained in optimum operating condition. Employees handle radioactive materials and are exposed to very low amounts of radiation that are deemed safe by current standards. The facility is operated under well-controlled and closely monitored conditions that are regulated by both State and Federal agencies, and that are enforced by the corporate internal quality and regulatory group. Each staff member will receive specific training in keeping radiation exposures within regulatory guidelines and he/she will be routinely monitored for their exposure to radiation. Noise levels are considered low to moderate.

Schedule

• The typical schedule is Sunday night through Saturday morning. Fluctuating start time anywhere between the hours of 9:00p and 4:00a. Must be willing to start an 8-hour shift anytime between that timeframe, based on business needs.
• Candidate must be flexible to work different days, hours and schedules based on business needs.

Responsibilities in this role

Successfully complete extensive training, including e-learning assignments and hands on components, to demonstrate and maintain proficiency

• Manufactures radioactive isotopes (includes synthesis set up, hot cell manipulations, distribution)
• Conducts quality control testing of each batch (utilizing gas chromatograph, dose calibrator, multi-channel analyzer, TLC plate scanner, high pressure liquid chromatograph, analytical balance, PTS, laminar flow hood and fume hood)
• Works in ISO 7 cleanroom to make product vials and customer vials for use in drug production
• Performs environmental and personnel monitoring in ISO 5, ISO 7, and ISO 8 environments
• Coordinates daily production run schedule based on customer and pharmacy needs
• Demonstrates strong documentation practices, oral communication, and writing skills. Performs clerical and administrative tasks, including maintenance of daily production records, report preparation and maintenance records
• Manages SAP Inventory (includes receiving materials, properly inspecting materials for use, and maintaining proper cycle counts)
• Performs daily radiation safety tasks, along with general lab cleaning

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent, or equivalent work experience, preferred
• Education in sciences preferred
• Lab experience highly preferred
• Must be able to work overnight shift (Facility operates at night.)
• Prior experience in manufacturing, preferably in a controlled environment and/or regulated industry desired.
• Effective written and verbal English communication skills required
• Able to repeatedly follow detailed processing instructions
• Ability to manage several tasks at the same time; Ability to evaluate operating conditions and exercise sound judgment and problem solving skills.
• Lifting: Frequent lifting between 50-75 lbs.
• Ability to see fine particulate and differentiate colors in liquid solutions.
• Ability to hear, write (English), and speak (English) clearly in order to communicate in manufacturing setting.
• Manual dexterity required for equipment operation and occasional reach and lifting of small objects.
• Ability to be an effective team member.

Anticipated Hourly Range: $16.50 per hour - $25.85 per hour

Bonus eligible:No

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k savings plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Work-Life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close: 10/28/26

The hourly range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.