Lab Technician - Cardinal Health, East Hartford, CT

About Cardinal Health

Cardinal Health is a global, integrated healthcare services and products company connecting the world to the medicines and medical products they need to live healthy lives. With annual revenues exceeding $200 billion, we operate at the intersection of healthcare logistics, manufacturing, and pharmacy services. Our Nuclear Manufacturing division specializes in producing time-sensitive radiopharmaceuticals in highly regulated environments compliant with FDA, NRC, and DOT standards. These critical products support patient treatment through disease diagnosis, staging, and monitoring, making a direct impact on healthcare outcomes worldwide.

At our East Hartford, CT PET facility, we uphold integrity-driven operations, prioritizing employee safety, quality assurance, and environmental commitment. Join a team that's at the forefront of nuclear medicine innovation, where your precision and dedication contribute to life-saving therapies.

Role Overview

The Lab Technician position at Cardinal Health's East Hartford facility is a full-time role offering 40 hours per week on a Monday-Friday schedule, with night shifts starting between 8pm and 4am. Flexibility is key: candidates must be willing to rotate weekends, work holidays based on customer demands, and adapt to overtime as needed. This entry-level opportunity pays $25.00 per hour and is ideal for those with lab experience seeking a stable career in radiopharmaceutical manufacturing.

In this role, you'll operate in a controlled, ISO-classified cleanroom environment, handling radioactive isotopes from synthesis to quality control. Expect extensive training, including e-learning and hands-on components, to ensure proficiency in all tasks. This is a hands-on position requiring attention to detail, physical capability, and teamwork in a fast-paced, regulated setting.

Key Responsibilities

As a Lab Technician, your daily contributions will drive production efficiency and product quality. Core duties include:

• Successfully completing extensive training on manufacturing processes and maintaining proficiency through ongoing assessments.
• Manufacturing radioactive isotopes, including synthesis setup, hot cell manipulations, and distribution to meet customer needs.
• Conducting rigorous quality control testing for each batch using advanced equipment like gas chromatographs, dose calibrators, multi-channel analyzers, TLC plate scanners, high-pressure liquid chromatographs, analytical balances, PTS, laminar flow hoods, and fume hoods.
• Working in ISO 7 cleanrooms to produce product vials and customer-specific vials for drug production.
• Performing environmental and personnel monitoring across ISO 5, ISO 7, and ISO 8 environments to uphold sterility standards.
• Coordinating daily production schedules based on pharmacy and customer demands, ensuring timely delivery of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Demonstrating meticulous documentation practices, including maintaining production records, preparing reports, and handling clerical tasks.
• Managing SAP inventory systems: receiving materials, inspecting for quality, and conducting cycle counts.
• Executing daily radiation safety protocols and general lab cleaning to maintain a safe workspace.

Qualifications & Requirements

We seek detail-oriented individuals ready for night-shift work in a high-stakes environment. Key qualifications include:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent; education in sciences like chemistry or biology is preferred.
• 0-1 years of experience preferred, with lab experience highly desired.
• Prior manufacturing experience in controlled or regulated industries is a plus.
• Must be flexible for overnight shifts (facility operates nights), weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• Effective written and verbal English communication skills.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions repeatedly, multitask, and apply sound judgment.
• Physical requirements: lift up to 75 pounds, manual dexterity, color differentiation in solutions, clear hearing, speaking, and writing in English.
• Team player mindset with ability to work under close supervision following SOPs.

All work is reviewed for accuracy, with deviations requiring supervisor approval. Basic skills suffice for routine tasks within defined procedures.

Benefits & Perks

Cardinal Health invests in your well-being with comprehensive benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one.
• Paid time off (PTO) plan for work-life balance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• 401k savings plan with generous company match.
• myFlexPay for access to wages before payday.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Work-life resources, paid parental leave, and healthy lifestyle programs.

These perks support your health, financial security, and personal growth.

Career Growth

Cardinal Health fosters professional development through ongoing training, certifications, and internal mobility. Start as a Lab Technician and advance to senior roles, quality assurance specialists, or production supervisors. Our commitment to employee engagement includes leadership programs and skill-building opportunities in nuclear manufacturing and regulated industries. Many team members progress within our global network, leveraging experience in cleanroom operations and radiopharmaceuticals for long-term careers.

Why Join Us

Work for a Fortune 500 leader making a tangible difference in patient care. Enjoy competitive pay, robust benefits, and a supportive culture emphasizing safety and innovation. In East Hartford, CT, you'll join a dedicated team in a state-of-the-art facility, with opportunities to master cutting-edge technology in nuclear medicine. Cardinal Health values diversity, inclusion, and your unique contributions to our mission.

Role FAQs

What shifts will I work?

Night shifts (8-hour blocks starting 8pm-4am), Monday-Friday, with weekend/holiday rotation and overtime as needed.

Is experience required?

0-1 years preferred; lab experience highly valued, but extensive training provided.

What equipment will I use?

Gas chromatographs, dose calibrators, HPLC, cleanroom hoods, and more.

Are benefits immediate?

Yes, full medical, dental, vision, and more from day one.

Ready to launch your career in radiopharmaceutical manufacturing? Apply now for the Lab Technician role at Cardinal Health in East Hartford, CT.