Production Technician

Overview

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 (6:00am-6:00pm). Monday-Thursday, Monday-Wednesday the following week. 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.

• Executes all activities related to the manufacturing of RLT products.
• Operates and maintains grade A isolators, focusing on KPI goals and ensuring all state, federal and Novartis radiation safety guidelines are adhered to.
• Maintains successful on-time completion of required training curriculum comprising 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.
• Participates in assigned qualification/validation activities, and assists on deviation investigations and inspections, as necessary.
• Prepares applicable documents and records such as batch records, shipping documents, and training materials.

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a 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) for extended periods is required.
• Near vision performance equivalent to 20/20 with no impairment of color vision; corrective lenses permitted.
• Ability to lift or carry up to 35 pounds.

Desirable Requirements:

• Radio Pharma experience preferred.
• Languages:
  
  English.

Benefits and rewards:
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The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $25.19 to $46.82/hour. Salary ranges may be adjusted during the period 1/1/25 through 12/31/25. Final pay determinations depend on factors including location, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities. The total compensation package may include other elements such as a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, discretionary awards, and a full range of benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off).

Details of participation in these plans will be provided if an offer is made. The role is at-will and the company reserves the right to modify compensation programs at any time.

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 providing reasonable accommodations. If you need an accommodation for any part of the application process or to perform the essential functions of a position, please email us.reasonab or call  and include the job requisition number.