Nuclear Manufacturing Technician

What Nuclear Manufacturing contributes to Cardinal Health

Manufacturing is responsible for cost of production and maintenance activities including process improvement, supply chain management, quality assurance, employee safety and engagement, and environmental commitment.

Nuclear Manufacturing is responsible for the manufacturing of time sensitive radiopharmaceuticals in an integrity driven, highly regulated environment (i.e. FDA, NRC, DOT) to support patient treatment through disease diagnosis, staging, and monitoring.

Schedule:

• Full-time - 40 hours per week
• Saturday–Tuesday, 10:00am–8:30pm (10-hour shifts) or until work is complete
• Must be willing to work holidays, alternate shifts and schedules, and overtime as needed

Responsibilities

• Works with radioactive isotopes / material to manufacture radiopharmaceutical drug products
• Successfully complete required training, including e‑learning and hands‑on components, and maintain ongoing proficiency and compliance
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) precisely to characterize materials, monitor operational processes, and ensure product quality
• Adhere to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and all regulatory requirements including but not limited to Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
• Maintain accurate documentation and perform entries contemporaneously, and maintain logbooks
• Perform routine cleaning, maintenance, manufacturing setup, batch execution, and distribution of quality compliant radiopharmaceutical drug products
• Apply FDA regulations relevant to assigned job functions
• Performs routine and specialized radioactive contamination wipes and radiation surveys in accordance with regulatory requirements, internal safety procedures, and facility ALARA practices to ensure a safe working environment
• Materials management in warehouse setting with use of powered industrial truck (forklift)
• Operates company delivery vehicle to retrieve radioactive material and deliver finished drug product, demonstrating strong situational awareness and adherence to all DOT and regulatory requirements.
• Performs additional responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications:

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent, or equivalent work experience, preferred
• 1-2 years of manufacturing or pharmaceutical experience preferred
• Physical dexterity for reaching, lifting, and handling small components
• Ability to label, dispense, finish, and package drug product with strong hand‑eye coordination
• Radioactive material handling experience a plus
• Ability to follow detailed processing instructions, communicate clearly and concisely with team members in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to manage up to 75 pounds
• Strong multitasking, focus, and sound judgment
• Strong customer service and teamwork skills
• Powered Industrial Truck (forklift) experience is a plus
• Valid driver’s license required

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Apply basic skills and techniques to complete routine tasks within assigned area
• Maintains appropriate licenses, training and certifications
• Works on basic and routine assignments
• Works within clearly defined Standard Operating Procedures and/or scientific methods
• Adheres to all quality guidelines
• Works under close supervision
• All work is reviewed for accuracy
• Any deviations from the norm are approved by the supervisor before proceeding

Anticipated hourly range: $17.80 per hour - $27.83 per hour

Bonus eligible: No

Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k savings plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Work-Life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close: 07/10/2026

The hourly range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.