Pharmaceutical Lab Technician

Siemens Healthineers; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 40,030 - 55,044; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5-week paid training program

Competitive medical/dental/vision benefits

5% bonus

100% 401(k) match

20 days PTO + 5 floating holidays

Job summary

Siemens Healthineers in Overland Park, Kansas seeks a motivated individual for a role primarily focused on operating chemistry instruments and maintaining quality control in manufacturing radiopharmaceuticals. Candidates must be detail-oriented, able to lift up to 100 lbs, and willing to work overnight shifts.

Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with safety standards and performing preventive maintenance on critical equipment. Benefits include a 5-week training program, comprehensive medical benefits, and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• Comfortable in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
• Able to lift up to 100 lbs.
• Willingness to work overnight and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate chemistry instruments and advanced systems for manufacturing radiopharmaceuticals.
• Maintain precise documentation for all processes.
• Conduct preventive maintenance of equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong critical thinking skills

Effective verbal communication

Effective written communication

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in chemistry or related field

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Analytical laboratory software

Job description

Key Highlights

Important: This is a primarily overnight role. Candidates must be willing to work overnight and have the flexibility to rotate into alternative shifts as business needs evolve.

Benefits

• Industry‑leading 5‑week paid training program (in‑person + virtual).
• Competitive benefits: medical/dental/vision, 5% bonus, 100% 401(k) match.
• 20 days PTO + 5 floating holidays.
• Meaningful work that supports patient care and advanced medical imaging.

Responsibilities

• Operate chemistry instruments (HPLC, GC, TLC, and chemistry modules) and advanced systems (cyclotron) for the routine manufacturing and quality control of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Author and maintain precise documentation for manufacturing, quality control, preventive maintenance, customer support, laboratory investigations, deviations, and out‑of‑specification events.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and troubleshooting of critical equipment.
• Prepare products for shipment, coordinate courier logistics, and provide customer support.
• Maintain aseptic environments (cleanroom) to create sterile consumables and prevent contamination during the production of injectable materials.
• Conduct environmental monitoring on a regular and defined basis.
• Maintain compliance with strict safety, sterile environment, and regulatory standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Specialized skill training or certification may be required.
• Physical Demands: Applicants should be comfortable working in a fast‑paced laboratory environment and able to lift up to 100 lbs.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Detail‑oriented with strong critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Basic computer skills such as spreadsheet, word processing, and email.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• An associate's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, medical technology, or a related life science field.
• Understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Documentation Practices.
• Previous work experience in a laboratory environment or related role.
• Previous experience with analytical laboratory equipment and laboratory software systems.
• Familiarity with radiation safety or ALARA principles.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong command of Good Documentation Practices to ensure data integrity and audit readiness.
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills, and critical thinking ability.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to treat confidential information with sensitivity.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast‑paced, multi‑priority environment.
• Ability to plan and organize job responsibilities and priorities.
• Ability to apply standard operating procedures (SOPs) in a production environment.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a sterile environment.
• Ability to understand, prioritize, and implement laboratory safety protocols.

Pay Range

$40,030 – $55,044

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Siemens Healthineers is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

EEO is the Law

Applicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination.