Nuclear Manufacturing Technician II - Day shift

Cardinal Health; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off plan

Health savings account (HSA)

401k savings plan

Access to wages before pay day with my

Job summary

Cardinal Health is seeking a Nuclear Manufacturing professional to operate in a highly regulated environment. You will manufacture radioactive isotopes and drug products, set up synthesis, perform hot cell manipulations, and ensure quality through inspection, packaging and distribution.

You will also assemble sterile vials, monitor environmental conditions, document daily production activities, manage inventory, and adhere to cGMP and GDP standards while supporting ongoing process improvements.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience preferred in manufacturing or regulated environments.
• Experience in handling radiopharmaceutical manufacturing is preferred.
• Demonstrates ability to follow detailed procedures and maintain documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manufactures radioactive isotopes and drug products (setup, hot cell manipulations, inspection, packaging, distribution).
• Assemble sterile vials in a controlled environment.
• Performs environmental and personnel monitoring.
• Maintains accurate production records and reports.

Skills

Teamwork

Detail orientation

Multi-tasking

Safety compliance

Follow SOPs

Adaptability

Education

High School diploma, GED or equivalent

Job description

Pay Rate: $32.00 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: 10/24/2026

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 weekly / Full Time

Monday – Friday 7:00 am – 3:30 pm

Must be flexible to work other hours and days as needed including weekends and holidays

Responsibilities

• Manufactures radioactive isotopes and drug products (includes synthesis set up, hot cell manipulations, inspection, packaging, distribution)
• Assemble sterile vials in a controlled environment
• Performs environmental and personnel monitoring
• Demonstrates strong documentation practices
• Performs clerical and administrative tasks, including maintenance of daily production records, report preparation and maintenance records
• Manages inventory (includes goods receiving, material inspection, and cycle counts)
• Performs daily radiation safety tasks, along with controlled area cleaning
• Execute Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) requirements including Good Documentation Practices (GDP)

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience, preferred
• High School diploma, GED or equivalent, or equivalent work experience, preferred
• Prior experience in manufacturing, preferably in a controlled environment and/or regulated industry, preferred
• Formulation or Aseptic Manufacturing experience, preferred
• Ability to manage weight up to 50 pounds
• Ability to be an effective team member.
• Able to repeatedly follow detailed processing instructions
• Multi-task, well-organized and detail-oriented
• Flexibility to work various shifts/schedules as needed
• Comfortable working in a nuclear environment

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies acquired knowledge and skills to complete standard tasks
• Readily learns and applies new information and methods to work in assigned area
• Maintains appropriate licenses, training and certifications
• Works on routine assignments that require some problem resolution
• Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods
• Adheres to all quality guidelines
• Works under moderate degree of supervision
• Works typically involves regular review of output by work lead or supervisor
• Refers complex unusual problems to supervisor

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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.

About Cardinal Health

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.