Lab Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

401k plan

Long-term disability

MyFlexPay access

Job summary

Cardinal Health is recruiting for Nuclear Manufacturing in the Birmingham, AL area to produce PET radiopharmaceuticals in a regulated environment. Workers handle radioactive materials in ISO 7/5/8 cleanrooms and will follow strict exposure controls and documentation practices.

The role includes shift work from 9:00 PM to 4:00 AM with varying start times, extensive training, and a $1,500 sign-on bonus for new hires. Benefits and compliance with safety standards are emphasized.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent; science education preferred.
• Must be able to work overnight shift as facility operates at night.
• Experience in manufacturing, preferably in a controlled or regulated environment.
• Ability to follow detailed processing instructions repeatedly.
• Ability to manage several tasks and exercise sound judgment.
• Frequent lifting between 50-75 lbs.
• Ability to see fine particulates and differentiate colors.
• Clear written and spoken English communication.
• Manual dexterity for equipment operation and handling small objects.
• Be an effective team member.

Responsibilities

• Successfully complete extensive training, including e-learning and hands-on components.
• Manufactures radioactive isotopes (synthesis setup, hot cell manipulations, distribution).
• Conducts quality control testing using GC, dose calibrator, MCA, TLC, HPLC, balances, PTS, hoods and fume hoods.
• 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.
• Demonstrates strong documentation practices, oral communication, and writing skills.
• Performs clerical tasks including daily production records and report preparation.
• Manages SAP Inventory (receiving materials, inspecting, cycle counts).
• Performs daily radiation safety tasks and general lab cleaning.

Skills

English communication

Documentation

Oral communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Science education preferred

Tools

SAP Inventory

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

• 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

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 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.

Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, Cardinal Health, Inc. (NYSE: CAH) is a distributor of pharmaceuticals, a global manufacturer and distributor of medical and laboratory products, and a provider of performance and data solutions for healthcare facilities. We are a crucial link between the clinical and operational sides of healthcare, delivering end‑to‑end solutions and data‑driving insights that advance healthcare and improve lives every day. With deep partnerships, diverse perspectives and innovative digital solutions, we build connections across the continuum of care. With more than 50 years of experience, we seize the opportunity to address healthcare's most complicated challenges — now, and in the future.

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