PET Manufacturing Technician - Carlsbad, CA

Jubilant Radiopharma; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous vacation

401K matching

Job summary

Jubilant Radiopharmacies in Carlsbad, CA is seeking a PET Manufacturing Technician to join our healthcare manufacturing team. You will learn to safely operate cyclotron and chemistry equipment, follow procedures, and support production and quality testing of PET radiopharmaceuticals.

This hands-on role requires attention to detail, safety, and teamwork. The shift is 2:00am to 10:00am, no college degree required, and you’ll receive training and opportunities for growth in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Willingness to learn and follow detailed procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and safety.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Basic computer skills.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Prior experience in manufacturing or healthcare is helpful but not required.
• Must be able to pass a background check and pre-employment drug test (USA only).
• Valid driver’s license required (USA only).
• All regulatory, safety, and compliance requirements must be followed exactly as trained and documented.

Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment and work areas for daily production following written procedures.
• Operate cyclotron and chemistry equipment using computer-based controls.
• Produce PET radiopharmaceuticals that support patient diagnosis and care.
• Perform quality checks to ensure products meet safety and regulatory standards.
• Clean and maintain equipment and workspaces.
• Prepare products for shipment, including labeling and required documentation.
• Monitor supplies and notify leadership when materials are needed.
• Follow all safety, quality, and compliance requirements at all times.
• Work as part of a team to meet daily production schedules.
• Participate in training and ongoing learning.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Basic computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Jubilant Radiopharmacies is proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work, recognizing our commitment to a respectful, supportive, and people-first culture.

As aPET Manufacturing Technician, you will play an important behind-the-scenes role in healthcare. Your work helps doctors diagnose disease and care for patients every day. This is a hands-on opportunity to work in a healthcare manufacturing environment, learn specialized equipment, and build a meaningful career - no college degree required.

You will be trained to safely operate equipment, follow clear procedures, and support the production and quality testing of PET radiopharmaceuticals.

The work shift for this position will be 2:00am - 10:00am

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment and work areas for daily production following written procedures
• Operate cyclotron and chemistry equipment using computer-based controls
• Produce PET radiopharmaceuticals that support patient diagnosis and care
• Perform quality checks to ensure products meet safety and regulatory standards
• Clean and maintain equipment and workspaces
• Prepare products for shipment, including labeling and required documentation
• Monitor supplies and notify leadership when materials are needed
• Follow all safety, quality, and compliance requirements at all times
• Work as part of a team to meet daily production schedules
• Participate in training and ongoing learning

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Willingness to learn and follow detailed procedures
• Strong attention to detail and safety
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Basic computer skills
• Clear verbal and written communication skills
• Prior experience in manufacturing or healthcare is helpful but not required
• Must be able to pass a background check and pre-employment drug test (USA only)
• Valid driver’s license required (USA only)
• All regulatory, safety, and compliance requirements must be followed exactly as trained and documented.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to occasionally lift items up to 65 lbs
• Ability to perform work requiring focus, accuracy, and visual attention

We offer competitive compensation, generous vacation, and 401K matching.