Radiopharmaceutical Manufacturing Associate (1st shift)

NorthStar Medical Radioisotopes•Beloit, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the best radiopharmaceutical company in the world! If you’re looking to make an impact while building a meaningful career in a specialized, fast-growing field, NorthStar Medical Radioisotopes is the place to do it. NorthStar Medical Radioisotopes is a growing, commercial-stage company focused on advancing patient care by providing therapeutic radioisotopes and novel radiopharmaceuticals to detect and treat cancer. At the forefront of NorthStar’s technological innovation is scientific excellence, using first-in-kind electron accelerator technology and integrated campus capabilities to drive progress in radiopharmaceutical manufacturing. Our work is driven by a meaningful mission—advancing life-saving radiopharmaceutical development and ensuring a reliable supply of critical medical isotopes for patients in need. As a rapidly growing organization operating on the cutting edge of science, we offer exceptional career growth and professional development opportunities, supported by world-class facilities and a competitive benefits package.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree (AS) in a STEM discipline; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Relevant military experience will also be considered.
Bachelor's Degree in a STEM discipline and minimum one year (1) of cGMP (pharmaceutical or medical device), ISO 15189 (hospital), CLIA (clinical laboratory), ISO 9001 (industrial manufacturing), IATF 16949 (automotive) or AS9100 (aerospace) experience preferred.
Each successful applicant will be required to complete the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, demonstrating both identity and employment authorization, on or before the first day of employment.
Follow strict radiation safety procedures
Participate in dosimetry monitoring and bioassay testing as part of the company protocol
Inform leadership of any health conditions that may affect product integrity, by cleanroom standards

Nice To Haves

Comfort with repetitive processes, structured schedules, and engagement in a production setting.

Responsibilities

Execute various aspects of radiopharmaceutical manufacturing, including pre-production set-up, manufacturing processes, and post-production activities.
Assist in the accurate and timely preparation and completion of records related to manufacturing, including Batch Records, Forms, Log Books, etc.
Perform safety checks and routine inspection of the processing equipment, consumables, and cleanrooms to ensure effective production. Notify leader of equipment or operating problems and the need for additional materials, supplies, or investigations.
Receive and track inventory of materials, consumables, and equipment list and report any deficiencies to the leader.
Perform and assist in maintaining the cleanliness and orderliness of the cleanroom and/or manufacturing spaces, equipment, and materials in accordance with NorthStar’s respective policies and procedures.
Support troubleshooting of manufacturing equipment and process issues, and escalating manufacturing, safety, and compliance issues.
Support interdepartmental activities including production scale-up and continuous process improvement.
Understand foundational cGMP and just-in-time radiopharmaceutical manufacturing principles.
Become a qualified Radiation Worker, trained in ALARA principles and isotope-specific safety protocols.
Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including Quality, Science, and Engineering, to ensure timely delivery of radiopharmaceuticals for cancer treatment.
Gain hands-on experience with state-of-the-art manufacturing technology under expert supervision.
Achieve Qualified Operator status with demonstrated competency to execute full batch manufacturing of novel isotopes.
Contribute to Operational Excellence by maintaining optimum KPIs and metrics to enhance production efficiency and quality.
Fully integrate into NorthStar’s mission to revolutionize oncology treatment by providing patients with global access to game-changing radiopharmaceuticals.
Develop advanced technical skills in handling sophisticated manufacturing processes and technologies, positioning yourself as a key player in an innovative and impactful field.