Lab Technician

Cardinal Health; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Health savings account

401k savings plan

Early wage access

FSAs

Disability coverage

Work-Life resources

Paid parental leave

Wellness programs

Job summary

Cardinal Health operates Nuclear Manufacturing in Minnesota to produce time-sensitive radiopharmaceuticals in a highly regulated setting. You will work in ISO 7/5 environments, perform synthesis setup, QC testing, and distribute vials for patient treatment.

Training is extensive, with shifts that include overnight hours from 7pm to 3am and potential holidays. The role requires lifting up to 75 pounds, strong documentation, and precise execution of procedures.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED; science background preferred.
• Lab experience is highly valued for operating controlled equipment.
• Ability to work overnight shifts in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills required.
• Ability to follow detailed processing instructions reliably.
• Strong multitasking, problem solving, and sound judgment abilities.
• Capable of handling up to 75 pounds and manual dexterity for equipment.
• Team-focused with the ability to work under supervision and in ISO areas.

Responsibilities

• Operate radiopharmaceutical production processes in ISO cleanrooms.
• Perform quality control testing using suitable instrumentation.
• Maintain production records and ensure adherence to SOPs.
• Coordinate daily production with SAP inventory and schedules.
• Assist with environmental and personnel monitoring as required.

Skills

Overnight shift

Lab experience

Manufacturing experience

English communication

Detail-oriented

Multi-tasking

Decision making

Weight handling

Color vision

English fluency

Manual dexterity

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Science education preferred

Tools

Gas chromatograph

Dose calibrator

Multi-channel analyzer

TLC plate scanner

HPLC

Analytical balance

PTS

Laminar flow hood

Fume hood

SAP Inventory

Job description

What Nuclear Manufacturing contributes to Cardinal Health

Manufacturing is responsible for cost of production and maintenance activities including process improvement, supply chain management, quality assurance, employee safety and engagement, and environmental commitment.

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.

Shift/Schedule

• 40 Hours per week
• Sunday Night/Monday - Friday Morning
• Rotating night shifts. Must be willing to start working any 8hr shift between 7pm - 3am, based on business needs (first shift comes in at 7pm and last shift comes in at 3am).
• Potential for some holiday work and weekend work
• Candidate must be flexible to work different shifts, schedules, days and overtime as needed.

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 (Chemistry, Biology etc. 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
• 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.
• Ability to manage weight up to 75 pounds
• 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.

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies basic skills and techniques to complete routine tasks within assigned area
• Maintains appropriate licenses, training and certifications
• Works on basic and routine assignments
• Works within clearly defined Standard Operating Procedures and/or scientific methods
• Adheres to all quality guidelines
• Works under close supervision
• All work is reviewed for accuracy
• Any deviations from the norm are approved by the supervisor before proceeding

Pay rate: $25.00 per hour

Bonus eligible: No

Benefits

Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

• 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: 9/4/2026

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.