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Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation

Production Technician (Days)

Indianapolis Posted today

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Sponsorship verdict

Sponsorship possible

One solid signal, not two. Worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.

  • Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 75 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first.
  • The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
  • No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area.
  • What Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation paid sponsored hires in similar roles1 certified filing for “QC Systems and Services Manager” (Industrial Production Managers) in NJ: $130k–$130k, median $130k.
  • Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
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Employer is on a government sponsor record
The US Department of Labor certified 75 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
No salary bar for this route
H-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
What Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation paid sponsored hires in similar roles
1 certified filing for “QC Systems and Services Manager” (Industrial Production Managers) in NJ: $130k–$130k, median $130k. The pay stated here ($46.82 per hour) is below what this employer usually pays sponsored hires for this role. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).

US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).

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About the role

Job Description Summary As a Production Technician, you will play an active role in the daily production of isotopes used in advanced radioligand therapies while supporting the setup, preparation, and operation of equipment and manufacturing systems. Working as a qualified radiation worker in a controlled manufacturing environment, you will execute production activities in accordance with batch records, standard operating procedures, and regulatory requirements. Partnering closely with Production Leads and Managers, you will help ensure manufacturing operations are performed safely, efficiently, and on schedule while contributing to therapies that help transform outcomes for patients.   Job Description #LI-Onsite Shift: Monday - Friday Days (A Shift) Location: Indianapolis, IN, United States Relocation Support : This role is based in Indianapolis, IN, United States. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible. Key Responsibilities • Execute manufacturing activities for isotope products in accordance with batch records and established procedures. • Operate and maintain Grade C isolators while supporting safe, compliant production operations. • Follow radiation safety requirements, including dosimetry, personal protective equipment, and ALARA principles. • Perform contamination control, personnel monitoring, and material monitoring in accordance with site procedures. • Support production readiness through equipment cleaning, sterilization, and preparation of manufacturing areas. • Conduct routine and dynamic environmental monitoring to maintain manufacturing readiness and compliance. • Prepare, verify, and maintain materials in accordance with defined batch monitoring procedures. • Participate in qualification and validation activities to support operational readiness and process compliance. • Complete production documentation, including batch records, shipping documents, and training records. • Support a culture of safety, quality, current Good Manufacturing Practice compliance, and open communication within the manufacturing team. Essential Requirements • High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline strongly preferred. • Minimum 2 years of experience in a current Good Manufacturing Practice or aseptic manufacturing environment. • Minimum 2 years of pharmaceutical manufacturing experience; low-bioburden manufacturing experience preferred. • Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practice regulations and regulated manufacturing environments. • Ability to work safely with radioactive materials in a controlled manufacturing environment. • Experience following standard operating procedures, batch records, and manufacturing documentation. • Ability to wear cleanroom garments, personal protective equipment, and required respiratory protection. • Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and commitment to safety, quality, and compliance. Desirable Requirements • Training in radiochemistry or radiopharmacy strongly preferred. • Hands-on experience in radiochemistry, isotope production, or radiopharmaceutical manufacturing with radioactive materials in a Good Manufacturing Practice environment strongly preferred. The salary for this position is expected to range between $25.19 and $46.82 per hour. The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors. Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards. US-based eligible em

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