Quality Technician 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

At QuidelOrtho, we’re advancing the power of diagnostics for a healthier future for all. Join our mission as our next Quality Control Technician I. This position is primarily responsible for performing Quality Control testing products at various stages of Production. This includes both routine (SOP) and special assignments, as well as documentation of findings/results for attachment to Device History Records. Additionally, this individual will lend support as necessary to the daily QC Chemistry core functions – Stability Studies, Raw Material Testing, Proficiency Testing, and Customer Complaints.

This role will be located onsite in Carlsbad, CA.

The Responsibilities:

• Performs and documents QC Testing of WIP Production Lots and special evaluation assignments

• Supports daily QC Chemistry core functions as needed

• Performs and documents final QC Testing

• Supports new product development/improvement projects

• Performs general housekeeping and laboratory organization

• Carries out duties in compliance with established business policies • Works and communicates effectively and professionally with others • Operates laboratory equipment safely, as trained and directed, in accordance with established practices

• Perform other duties & projects as assigned.

The Individual

Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent

• 0-2 years’ in Quality Control or manufacturing laboratory environment

• Ability to read, interpret and follow detailed procedures, instructions and drawings

• Solid understanding of QSRs/ISO

• General chemistry and laboratory skills, GLP/GMP experience

• Demonstrated team-oriented interaction skills/professional behavior

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheet creation and manipulation, report generation, email, etc. required

• Must know basic quality terms, definitions and concepts

• Must understand traceability (product, material, and calibration)

• Possesses the ability to discern product and process integrity to defined standards and methods, with the initiative to take appropriate action

• This position is not currently eligible for visa sponsorship. 

Preferred:

• Experience working with a microscope

• Key Working Relationships:

• Collaborates on the development of weekly work schedules and maintaining timelines in meeting QC, Production, and Corporate goals.

• Communicates with various levels of personnel throughout activities performed to ensure results are available for disposition according to Production plans.

• Collaborates to procure daily use materials via Stock Issue.

• Ensures Quality Systems support for product development and product improvement projects, including validation testing, stability study execution, and documentation.

• Collaborates with QE to provide factual information in a timely manner in support of QC process improvement and troubleshooting efforts.

The Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics are representative of an office, laboratory, and manufacturing environment and include handling of viral and bacterial hazards, potentially hazardous chemicals, as well as infectious or potentially infectious bodily fluids, tissues and samples. Flexible work hours to meet project deadlines.

The Physical Demands:

Position requires ability to lift up to 20 lbs. on a regular basis. Up to 90% of time at lab bench or desk, walking, standing, and sitting for long periods of time are routine to accomplish tasks in this role. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision and the ability to adjust focus. Must have the ability to operate lab equipment. Position requires use of Personal Protective Equipment as posted.

Salary Transparency

The salary range for this position takes into account a wide range of factors including education, experience, knowledge, skills, geography, and abilities of the candidate, in addition to internal equity and alignment with market data. At QuidelOrtho, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The salary range for this position is $37,672.24 - $46,000.00 annually. QuidelOrtho offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with a 401(k) plan, employee assistance program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (including sick time), and paid Holidays. All benefits are non-contractual, and QuidelOrtho may amend, terminate, or enhance the benefits provided, as it deems appropriate.

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 recruiting@quidelortho.com.