Production Technician

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 : Week Days - 12-hour rotating shift. Monday -Thursday Monday -Wednesday the following week 6 : 00am-6 : 00pm. 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.

Supports all technical aspects related to production readiness including manually cleaning the cell and performing sterilization of the isolators. Conducts routine and dynamic environmental monitoring as required.

Prepares all materials while maintaining material identity in accordance with the batch monitoring system as defined by procedure.

Ensures all cGMP compliance activities are followed.

Participation in assigned qualification / validation activities and assist on deviation investigations and inspections as necessary.

Prepares applicable documents and records such as batch records shipping documents and training materials.

Shift : 12-hour rotating shift. Monday - Wednesday Monday -Thursday the following week 6 : 00am-6 : 00pm. This position may involve mandatory overtime as needed

Essential Requirements :

Bachelors degree in relevant Engineering or Scientific discipline 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.

Knowledge of cGMP regulations and FDA guidance applicable to aseptic manufacturing is highly preferred.

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 :

Radio Pharma experience preferred.

Languages : English.

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Benefits and rewards : Read our handbook to learn about all the ways well help you thrive personally and professionally : pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $25.19 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 or call 1 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

Salary Range

$52400.00 - $97400.00

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.

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 or call 1 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

Salary Range

$52400.00 - $97400.00

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

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Forklift,Basic Math,Packaging,Mechanical Knowledge,Assembly Experience,Restoration,Sensors,Food Processing,Precision Measuring Instruments,Programmable Logic Controllers,Manufacturing,Troubleshooting

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 25 - 46