Technologist I

The Opportunity

QuidelOrtho unites the strengths of Quidel Corporation and Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, creating a world-leading in vitro diagnostics company with award-winning expertise in immunoassay and molecular testing, clinical chemistry and transfusion medicine. We are more than 6,000 strong and do business in over 130 countries, providing answers with fast, accurate and consistent testing where and when they are needed most - home to hospital, lab to clinic.

Our culture puts our team members first and prioritizes actions that support happiness, inspiration and engagement. We strive to build meaningful connections with each other as we believe that employee happiness and business success are linked. Join us in our mission to transform the power of diagnostics into a healthier future for all.

The Role

As we continues to grow as one QuidelOrtho, we are seeking a Technologist I . The Technologist I is an integral member of the Assay Manufacturing Engineering team. This position will support a 24x7 high speed automated manufacturing operation and the associated engineering and maintenance functions when required to troubleshoot high level issues when impacting production. The ability to thrive in a cross-functional collaborative environment is a must. Additionally, the Manufacturing Shift Engineer shall focus on process and equipment improvements with a goal to increase overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).

This position is located in Rochester, NY.

Work Schedule: "Firemen's Rotation": Two 12 hour days (6:00am-6:00pm) followed by two 12 hour nights (6:00pm-6:00am)

The Responsibilities

• Provide production support to manufacturing which will result in lowering product cost, improving labor performance, cycle times, eliminating bottlenecks and improving throughput levels.
• Work with Manufacturing support personnel as a technical lead to troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical process systems. Work activities must be documented via a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), as well as completing various other computer-related tasks (time reporting, spare part retrieval, document management, on-line training).
• Acts as management representative for off shift production and maintenance personnel and completes timely escalations of significant equipment downtime events to subject matter experts and stakeholders.
• Maintains clear communication with internal and external business partners regarding expectations, satisfaction, and/or quality of results.
• Initiate and facilitate continuous improvement activities including smaller scoped projects related to OEE and equipment obsolescence. Identifies new opportunities to increase equipment uptime and reduce business risk.
• Supports the implementation of new equipment and/or the modifications to existing to improve plant efficiency and performance yields.

The Individual

Required:

• AAS in Engineering or Science or 1 year minimum work experience in related field.
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office & CMMS systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills - verbal and written.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a results-driven environment is essential.
• Enjoys being on the floor hands on with all teams to drive performance improvements.
• Required Travel: 10% travel overall (including International) but could require up to 25% travel for short durations during commissioning of new equipment at suppliers.

Preferred:

• Experience working in an FDA Medical Device Manufacturing Facility with associated FDA and ISO regulations.

Key Working relationships

Internal: Operations, Maintenance, Facilities and Environmental Health & Safety, Quality and Regulatory

External: Suppliers

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics are representative of a manufacturing, laboratory, and warehouse environment and include handling of viral and bacterial hazards, potentially hazardous chemicals, as well as infectious or potentially infectious bodily fluids, tissues, and samples. Up to 75% of the time you will be, standing, walking or sitting for extended periods of time. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Flexible work hours to meet project deadlines.

Equal Employment Opportunity

QuidelOrtho believes in Equal Opportunity for all and is committed to ensuring all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, have an opportunity to apply for those positions that they are interested in and qualify for without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. QuidelOrtho is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so that an individual can perform their duties. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and require special assistance or an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please contact us at [email protected]

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