Nuclear Manufacturing Technician I

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 26,674 - 37,990; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Educational fee discounts

Job summary

A prominent research university in Missouri is seeking a Nuclear Manufacturing Technician to support vital medical isotope production in a high-tech environment. The role involves regulatory compliance, teamwork, and maintaining high standards of quality within a cGMP setting. Candidates should have at least a high school diploma and relevant experience; preference given to those with a background in handling hazardous materials. Full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a relevant field.
• Experience in cGMP/GLP environments preferred.
• Knowledge in handling hazardous/radioactive materials.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the routine production of solutions.
• Maintaining FDA Good Manufacturing Processes in a regulated facility.
• Contributing to the authoring and revision of GMP documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in a STEM field

Tools

cGMP knowledge

Aseptic techniques

Job description

Hiring Department

MRR Products & Svcs Mfg

A life-saving operation in the middle of America - the University of Missouri Research Reactor (MURR) - needs you to help guide its future. MURR is expanding its critical cancer-fighting and medical isotope production.

MURR's reactor is the highest-power university research reactor in the United States, operating at 10 megawatts, 6.5 days a week and 52 weeks a year. The MURR facility enables research across many disciplines - From investigating ancient cultures and how plants respond to their environment, to analyzing industrial materials and developing radiopharmaceuticals that have lifesaving clinical applications. The MURR facility is a reliable resource for researchers, scientists, engineers and students across the country.

Be a part of the future of fighting cancer and saving lives.

Be a part of MURR

Job Description

MURR is seeking a Nuclear Manufacturing Technician to join the Research Reactor production team. The successful candidate will have a strong attention to detail, enjoy teamwork, and have a commitment to excellence working within a cGMP environment.

• Assisting with the routine production of solutions. This entails preparing the laboratory and documentation for each process with a focus on regulatory compliance.
• Production apparatus setup and cleaning, calibration, preparation of reagents and documentation requisite to planned processing evolutions.
• Maintaining FDA Good Manufacturing Processes within an NRC (Nuclear Regulatory Commission) regulated facility.
• Reading and following standard operating procedures (SOPs) in support of production and dispensing of the product.
• Will contribute to the authoring, revision, and approval of GMP documentation including SOPs, change controls, and deviations.
• Assist in various project and process development as needed.
• This position may also assist with the management of key inventories and consumables associated with routine production.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and process enhancement and development projects and initiatives to improve reliability and consistency.
• Work in this position is comprised of a wide variety of standardized tasks, from disinfection of clean rooms, to handling hazardous materials, analytically preparing solutions with narrow specifications, and manipulating equipment remotely inside of a Hot Cell.

Successful candidates will be persuasive communicators with exceptional organizational and time management skills. They must demonstrate the following durable skills: leadership, character, collaboration, communication, creativity, critical thinking, mindfulness, growth mindset, and fortitude. Additionally, customer service, confidentiality, integrity, and a commitment to university values in their activities.

Must be available for reliable and consistent onsite work.

Shift

Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. during training period. Once training is complete, the position will require shift work including work during holidays and inclement weather. The schedule of work will be discussed during interviews.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 1 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to those with cGMP/GLP experience, general laboratory experience, and hazardous/radioactive materials handling experience.

Experience with aseptic Technique, cleanroom, manipulator operation, writing, and root cause analysis.

Associates or Bachelor's Degree in a STEM field preferred.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary: $23.47/hour in an approved career progression plan

Grade: GGS-M05

University Title: Nuclear Manufacturing Technician I

Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is good place to be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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