Production Technician I (Weekend Nights)

Novartis Group Companies; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Production Technicians to join their team in Indianapolis. This role involves working on the cutting edge of Radioligand Therapies, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while executing production tasks. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in aseptic environments and a commitment to safety and quality. With a rotating weekend night shift, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to life-changing therapies in a collaborative setting. If you're ready to make a difference in the biopharmaceutical field, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year experience in cGMP or aseptic environment required.
• Ability to gown aseptically and work in a clean room environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute all activities related to the manufacturing of RLT products.
• Conduct routine and dynamic environmental monitoring as required.

Skills

Assembly Language

Cooperation

Efficiency

Electronic Components

Flexibility

Good Documentation Practice

Knowledge of GMP

Lean Manufacturing

Nuclear Medicine

Production Line

Education

Associate degree in a STEM Field

Biopharmaceutical training certificate

Job description

Job Description Summary

This role is located on-site in Indianapolis, IN. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you.

Shift: Weekend Nights - 12-hour rotating shift. Thursday - Sunday one week, Friday - Sunday the following week, 6:00pm-6:00am. This position may involve mandatory overtime as needed.

Production Technicians play an active role in daily production of Radioligand Therapies (RLT) as well as setup and preparation of instruments and equipment. The Production Technician adheres to regulatory requirements while performing job functions, executing production as per batch records and SOPs. Responsibilities are performed within a team and according to an assigned production shift schedule. The Production Technician works closely with the Manager and Lead to ensure production is executed in a safe and timely manner.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Executes all activities related to the manufacturing of RLT products. Responsibilities include operating and maintaining grade A isolators, focusing on KPI goals as well as ensuring all state, federal and Novartis radiation safety guidelines are adhered to.
• Responsible for successful on-time completion of required training curriculum comprising of the necessary Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Aseptic Techniques, Gowning Qualifications and other relevant training including HSE for the specific role.
• Conducts routine and dynamic environmental monitoring as required.
• Supports all technical aspects related to production readiness including manually cleaning the cell and performing sterilization of the isolators.
• Prepares all materials while maintaining material identity in accordance with the batch monitoring system as defined by procedure.

Shift: Weekend Nights - 12-hour rotating shift. Thursday - Sunday one week, Friday - Sunday the following week, 6:00pm-6:00am. This position may involve mandatory overtime as needed.

Essential Requirements:

• Associate degree in a STEM Field or Biopharmaceutical training certificate is highly preferred; If the applicant does not have a degree, a minimum of 1-year of experience in cGMP or aseptic environment is required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Ability to gown aseptically and work in a clean room environment (Grade C) area for extended periods of time is required.
• Near vision performance should be the equivalent of 20/20 with no impairment of color vision. The use of corrective lenses to achieve the desired visual acuity is permitted.
• Ability to lift or carry up to 35 pounds

Desirable Requirements:

• Prior Radio Pharma experience
• Knowledge of cGMP regulations and FDA guidance applicable to aseptic manufacturing

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Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams' representative of the patients and communities we serve.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $25.20 to $46.82/hour; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/25 through 12/31/25, fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodations

The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call [phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

Salary Range

$52,400.00 - $97,400.00

Skills Desired

Assembly Language, Cooperation, Efficiency, Electronic Components, Flexibility, General Hse Knowledge , Good Documentation Practice, Installations (Computer Programs), Iso (International Organization For Standardization), Job Description, Knowledge Of Gmp, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing Process, Manufacturing Production, Nuclear Medicine, Physics, Product Distribution, Production Line, Scheduler