Lab Technician (Nights)

Cardinal Health; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

HSA

401k

FSAs

Disability insurance

Work-life resources

Parental leave

Wellness programs

Job summary

Cardinal Health in Columbus, OH is hiring for a Nuclear Manufacturing role within a regulated, ISO environment. You will participate in the production of time-sensitive radiopharmaceuticals, perform setup in hot cells, and conduct in-process quality controls using chromatography and radiometric instruments.

The position requires overnight availability, strong documentation skills, and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a cleanroom setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent work experience.
• Science background (Chemistry/Biology) preferred.
• Overnight shift experience or willingness to work nights.
• Ability to read/write English for documentation.

Responsibilities

• Complete training and hands-on components to maintain proficiency.
• Manufacture radioactive isotopes and perform setup/work in hot cells.
• Conduct quality control testing with GC, HPLC, TLC, dose calibrator and other instruments.
• Maintain production records and paperwork in SAP and daily logs.
• Support production schedule based on customer and pharmacy needs.
• Perform daily radiation safety tasks and keep work area clean.

Skills

Overnight shift availability

Attention to detail

Documentation skills

English reading/writing

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Science background preferred

Tools

SAP Inventory

Job description

Job Overview

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.

Schedule and Hours

40 Hours per week Sunday night/Monday - Friday. Varying starting times between 8:00pm - 2:00am, based on business needs. Must be willing to start an 8-hour shift anytime during that time frame. Must be willing to work holidays as part of a rotation. Candidate must be flexible to work different days and shifts, 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 (Chemistry, Biology etc. preferred).
• High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) or Gas Chromatography (GC) experience, preferred.
• 0-1 yrs of Lab experience, highly preferred.
• Must be able to work overnight shift (Facility operates at night).
• Ability to work holidays, overtime, alternate days/shifts, or be in a rotation.
• Prior experience in manufacturing, preferably in a controlled environment and/or regulated industry preferred.
• Basic proficiency in English is required, including being able to read and write in English in order to process documents.
• Comfortable working in a nuclear environment.
• Ability to manage several tasks at the same time and repeatedly follow detailed processing instructions.
• 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.
• Manual dexterity required for equipment operation and occasional reach and lifting of small objects.
• Ability to be an effective team member.

Compensation

Pay rate: $21.00/hr

Bonus eligible: No

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k savings planAccess 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

Application window anticipated to close: 11/15/2026

Diversity and Inclusion

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.

Company Information

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.