Lantheus Holdings

MSAT Process Engineer II

Lantheus Holdings$89K — $148K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field (advanced degree preferred)
  • 6+ years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, especially sterile injectables or radiopharmaceuticals
  • Strong understanding of cGMPs and regulations governing medical devices
  • Proven ability to investigate deviations and execute changes within a quality system
  • Hands-on experience with fill/finish sterile processing equipment
  • Familiarity with process validation and equipment qualification principles
  • Proficient in data analysis tools and electronic document systems

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical support to ensure smooth manufacturing operations
  • Lead investigations into complex deviations and implement corrective actions
  • Author and revise essential manufacturing documents and technical reports
  • Participate in cross-functional teams to drive process improvements
  • Contribute to change control execution with impact assessments and documentation
  • Support technical transfers and process validation activities
  • Collaborate with multiple stakeholders to ensure compliance and efficiency

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Life and disability insurance offerings
  • 401(k) plan with company contribution
  • Generous time off package including vacation and parental leave
  • Pre-tax accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Full Job Description
Summary of role

In this position, the ideal candidate would have strong background in assessing and processing quality events inclusive of deviations, CAPA plans and actions, and investigations. The candidate will support with guidance projects collaborating across multiple teams. The individual will possess strong partnership skills to build and maintain relationships. The individual will with guidance assess and execute projects to optimize existing and new processes, components, raw materials, and final product packaging. The individual will manage component, raw materials and packaging changes, replacements, and upgrades. The individual will support Procurement with response to supply shortage, helping to identify and implement alternatives. The individual will provide technical support and conduct investigations into product/process quality events. The individual will serve as a subject matter expert for aseptic processes and components and visual inspection.

This position is based in Billerica, MA and requires a presence on-site, and open to applicants authorized to work for any employer within the United States.

Key Responsibilities/Essential Functions
  • Provide day-to-day technical support to manufacturing operations, ensuring reliable production.
  • Lead investigations for moderate- to high-complexity deviations, perform root cause analyses, and implement CAPAs in collaboration with QA and operations teams.
  • Author and revise controlled documents, including manufacturing documentation, technical reports, protocols (e.g., process validation, equipment qualification), and risk assessments.
  • Support process monitoring, trending, and data analysis activities to drive continuous improvement and maintain a state of control.
  • Participate in cross-functional teams for process changes, equipment upgrades, and lifecycle projects, ensuring alignment with regulatory and quality requirements.
  • Act as a technical contributor in change control execution, including impact assessments, protocol generation, and implementation planning.
  • Support and/or lead multiple technical transfers, scale-ups, and process validation activities.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders in Manufacturing, QA, QC, Engineering, and Supply Chain to ensure timely and compliant execution of manufacturing campaigns.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, including 21 CFR Parts 210, 211, 820, EU GMP Annex 1.
  • Support readiness activities for internal and regulatory audits, including documentation review and SME participation.
  • Actively demonstrates Lantheus' values.

Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Chemistry, or a related technical field (advanced degree preferred).
  • 6+ years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, with a strong focus on sterile injectable or radiopharmaceutical production.
  • Solid understanding of cGMPs, aseptic processing, cleanroom operations, and medical device/combination product regulations (21 CFR 210, 21 CFR 211, 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485).
  • Demonstrated ability to investigate deviations, problem solve, and execute changes within a quality system framework. Advanced technical writing skills required.
  • Hands-on experience with equipment commonly used in sterile fill/finish operations.
  • Familiarity with process validation, equipment qualification, and risk management principles.
  • Self-starter with strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to work independently and in cross-functional teams.
  • Proficiency in Excel, data analysis tools, and electronic document/change control systems (e.g., TrackWise, CATSWeb). Skilled at presenting technical content to technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Expertise with GMP documentation requirements and awareness of requirements in a regulated environment.

Other Requirements
  • Work in cleanroom environments required.
  • Some off-shift or weekend coverage may be needed based on production schedules
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project is required.
  • Candidate represents Lantheus to external organizations and must exhibit the highest levels of personal integrity, quality, and professionalism.
  • Travel may be required and is dictated by product needs and project deliverables, including overnight travel to Lantheus and CMO locations.

The pay range for this position is between $89,000 and $148,000 annually.

Actual base pay offered may vary depending on a number of factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience. Employees in this position are eligible for a discretionary performance-based cash incentive, and depending on the level of the role may be eligible for a discretionary annual equity award. Benefits for this position include a comprehensive health benefits package that includes medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage. Other offerings include life and disability benefits, pre-tax accounts, a 401(k) with company contribution, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including paid vacation, holidays, sick days, and paid parental leave. Interested candidates can apply at Lantheus.com. Applications for this position will be accepted until August 14, 2026.

About Lantheus Holdings

Lantheus Holdings is a medical imaging company that develops, manufactures, and commercializes diagnostic imaging agents and products. The company's products are used in a variety of medical imaging procedures, including cardiovascular, oncological, and neurological imaging. Lantheus Holdings was founded in 1956 and is headquartered in North Billerica, Massachusetts. The company operates through two segments: Diagnostic Imaging and Therapeutic Imaging. The Diagnostic Imaging segment includes the production and sale of diagnostic imaging agents, while the Therapeutic Imaging segment includes the production and sale of therapeutic imaging agents. Lantheus Holdings is committed to developing innovative products that improve patient outcomes and has a strong track record of success in this area.
Learn more about Lantheus Holdings
Size
612 employees
Market Cap
$3.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$13.4 million
Founded
1956
5 Year Trend
+7.1%
Revenue
$339.4 million
NASDAQ

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