Production Technician (Days)

DTX Pharma, a Novartis Company; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company contribution and 2

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Novartis is seeking a Production Technician to support daily isotope production for radiopharmaceuticals. The role covers setup, operation, and maintenance of equipment in a controlled manufacturing environment, with emphasis on safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

You will work with Production Leads to ensure on-schedule operations, follow batch records and SOPs, and contribute to patient therapies through high-quality manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in GMP or aseptic manufacturing.
• Bachelor's degree in science strongly preferred.
• Experience with radioactive materials in a regulated environment is required.

Responsibilities

• Execute manufacturing activities for isotope products per batch records.
• Operate and maintain Grade C isolators for safe production.
• Follow radiation safety, ALARA, and PPE protocols.
• Perform contamination control, monitoring, and material handling per site procedures.
• Support equipment cleaning, sterilization, and readiness of manufacturing areas.
• Document batch records, shipping docs, and training records.

Skills

GMP compliance

Radiochemistry

Radiopharmacy

Documentation

Batch records

Equipment operation

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline

Tools

Grade C isolators

Job description

Band
Level 2

Job Description Summary
As a Production Technician, you will play an active role in the daily production of isotopes used in advanced radioligand therapies while supporting the setup, preparation, and operation of equipment and manufacturing systems. Working as a qualified radiation worker in a controlled manufacturing environment, you will execute production activities in accordance with batch records, standard operating procedures, and regulatory requirements. Partnering closely with Production Leads and Managers, you will help ensure manufacturing operations are performed safely, efficiently, and on schedule while contributing to therapies that help transform outcomes for patients.

Job Description

#LI-Onsite

Shift: Monday - Friday Days (A Shift)

Location: Indianapolis, IN, United States

Relocation Support : This role is based in Indianapolis, IN, United States. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute manufacturing activities for isotope products in accordance with batch records and established procedures.
• Operate and maintain Grade C isolators while supporting safe, compliant production operations.
• Follow radiation safety requirements, including dosimetry, personal protective equipment, and ALARA principles.
• Perform contamination control, personnel monitoring, and material monitoring in accordance with site procedures.
• Support production readiness through equipment cleaning, sterilization, and preparation of manufacturing areas.
• Conduct routine and dynamic environmental monitoring to maintain manufacturing readiness and compliance.
• Prepare, verify, and maintain materials in accordance with defined batch monitoring procedures.
• Participate in qualification and validation activities to support operational readiness and process compliance.
• Complete production documentation, including batch records, shipping documents, and training records.
• Support a culture of safety, quality, current Good Manufacturing Practice compliance, and open communication within the manufacturing team.

Essential Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline strongly preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a current Good Manufacturing Practice or aseptic manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 2 years of pharmaceutical manufacturing experience; low-bioburden manufacturing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practice regulations and regulated manufacturing environments.
• Ability to work safely with radioactive materials in a controlled manufacturing environment.
• Experience following standard operating procedures, batch records, and manufacturing documentation.
• Ability to wear cleanroom garments, personal protective equipment, and required respiratory protection.
• Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and commitment to safety, quality, and compliance.

Desirable Requirements

• Training in radiochemistry or radiopharmacy strongly preferred.
• Hands-on experience in radiochemistry, isotope production, or radiopharmaceutical manufacturing with radioactive materials in a Good Manufacturing Practice environment strongly preferred.

The salary for this position is expected to range between $25.19 and $46.82per hour. The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors. Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards. US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.

EEO Statement:

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodations

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Salary Range
$52,400.00 - $97,400.00

Skills Desired
Forklift Operations, GMP Compliance, Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Policy, Inventory Management, Machine Operations, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Process Improvements, Production Management, Quality Control (QC), Regulatory Documents