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.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience, preferred
• Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies working knowledge in the application of concepts, principles and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks
• Works on projects of moderate scope and complexity
• Identifies possible solutions to a variety of technical problems and takes action to resolve
• Applies judgment within defined parameters
• Receives general guidance and may receive more detailed instruction on new projects
• Work reviewed for sound reasoning and accuracy

Accountabilities:

• Evaluate, create, adapt, and transfer manufacturing and testing procedures established by internal product development teams and external product sponsors for our network of cGMP manufacturing facilities.
• Generate all study protocols and controlled documentation necessary to enable the technology transfer and qualification of contracted products.
• Execute manufacturing and testing activities required for process qualification and method validation according to study protocols and standard operating procedures. Generate study reports where required.
• Complete equipment qualification, computer system validation, and cleaning verification protocols developed in partnership with validations personnel.
• Lead investigations and document deviations and exceptions occurring during technology transfer.
• Train facility personnel on new manufacturing and testing procedures and provide routine production support following completion of technology transfer.
• Facilitate day-to-day operation and maintenance of production equipment and testing instrumentation. Clean and maintain all production, testing, and related laboratory equipment during technology transfer.
• Communicate all issues related to safety, quality, and compliance to leadership.

Experience, Knowledge, and Skills Required:

• Bachelors degree in engineering or a physical science with at least five years of experience working in a GMP environment in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry. A background in product research and development preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in the operation, use, and maintenance of pharmaceutical production equipment and cleanroom facilities. Experience in the manufacture of radiopharmaceutical products preferred.
• Foundational expertise in the setup, operation, and maintenance of conventional analytical instrumentation (HPLC/GC/TLC/etc.) and modern chromatography data systems.
• Ability to work in a controlled environment requiring special attention to environmental, health, and safety regulations. Position may require lifting or moving equipment weighing up to 40 lbs.
• Commitment to maintain data integrity through strict adherence to standardized procedures and relevant compliance requirements, including the ability to clearly document all work activities in a timely manner.
• Motivation to work effectively and cooperatively with others, and to establish and maintain good working relationships.
• Desire to create, develop, and mature manufacturing and testing processes, and facility and systems infrastructure, to streamline operational efficiency across a broad range of products.
• Flexibility to work periodic off-shift hours to accommodate routine production schedules among qualified facilities.

Anticipated salary range:$76,700.00-$109,500.00

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:3/21/2026

*if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidates 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.