Lab Technician (Nights)

Cardinal Health, Inc.; Rutherford (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid time off

HSA

401k

MyFlexPay

FSAs

Disability

Work-Life resources

Parental leave

Healthy lifestyle programs

Job summary

Cardinal Health, Inc. is seeking a full-time overnight lab position in a regulated nuclear manufacturing environment. The role involves training, isotopes production, QC testing, and strict documentation in ISO cleanrooms.

You will support production schedules and SAP inventory while adhering to safety protocols and quality standards. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, some lab or manufacturing experience, and comfort with night shifts, weekends, and overtime in a nuclear

Qualifications

• Basic proficiency in English is required to read and write documents.
• High school diploma or GED or equivalent; sciences background preferred.
• Overnight shift experience or ability to work night shifts.
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays, overtime and rotations.
• Experience in manufacturing or regulated environments preferred.
• Comfortable working in a nuclear environment.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and follow detailed instructions.
• Good problem-solving and judgment skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete extensive training (e-learning and hands-on) to maintain proficiency.
• Manufacture radioactive isotopes including setup, hot cell manipulations, distribution.
• Perform quality control testing using GC, HPLC, and other instruments.
• Work in ISO 7 cleanroom to prepare product and customer vials.
• Conduct environmental and personnel monitoring in ISO 5–8 areas.
• Coordinate daily production run schedules per customer and pharmacy needs.
• Maintain accurate production records, documentation and SAP inventory.
• Perform daily radiation safety tasks and general lab cleaning.

Skills

English proficiency

Teamwork

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Science background preferred

Education in Sciences (Chemistry, Biology) preferred

Tools

HPLC experience

GC experience

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.

Schedule

• Full-time - 40 hours per week - Overnights
• Monday - Friday
• Start time anytime from 7pm to 12am. End time from 3:30am to 8:30am or until work is complete (schedule is based on business needs).
• Training can be day shift schedule (typically around 7am or 8am - 3:30 pm or 4:30pm)
• Must be willing to work weekends and holidays as part of a rotation
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed
• 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)
• 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 weekends, on call, 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

Anticipated hourly range

$20.60 per hour - $32.34 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 leaveHealthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close

12/4/2026

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.