Production Technician I (Weekend PM)

Novartis Pharma Schweiz; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking a Production Technician in Indianapolis. This entry-level role involves executing manufacturing activities for Radioligand Therapies, ensuring compliance with cGMP regulations, and working in a clean room environment. The position requires a Bachelor's degree or relevant experience and offers a structured shift schedule with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in cGMP or aseptic environment preferred.
• Radio Pharma experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Executes manufacturing activities for RLT products.
• Supports production readiness, cleaning, and sterilization.
• Prepares documents such as batch records and shipping documents.

Skills

Knowledge of cGMP regulations

Ability to gown aseptically

Near vision performance 20/20

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Scientific discipline

Job description

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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.

Production Technicians play an active role in the 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.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Executes all activities related to the manufacturing of RLT products, including operating and maintaining grade A isolators, focusing on KPI goals, and ensuring compliance with all state, federal, and Novartis radiation safety guidelines.
2. Supports all technical aspects related to production readiness, including cleaning and sterilization of isolators, and conducts routine environmental monitoring.
3. Prepares materials maintaining material identity according to batch monitoring systems and ensures cGMP compliance.
4. Participates in qualification/validation activities, assists with deviation investigations and inspections.
5. Prepares documents such as batch records, shipping documents, and training materials.

Shift Schedule:

Week 1: Thurs-Sun, 6:00 pm - 6:00 am
Week 2: Fri-Sun, 6:00 pm - 6:00 am
This position may involve mandatory overtime as needed.

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant Engineering or Scientific discipline is highly preferred; alternatively, a minimum of 1+ year of experience in cGMP or aseptic environment.
• Knowledge of cGMP regulations and FDA guidance for aseptic manufacturing is highly preferred.
• Ability to gown aseptically and work in a Grade C clean room environment for extended periods.
• Near vision performance of 20/20 with no color vision impairment; corrective lenses permitted.
• Ability to lift or carry up to 35 pounds.
• Radio Pharma experience is preferred.
• Languages: English.

Additional Information:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing