Manufacturing Operator II

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

QuidelOrtho is seeking an energetic associate for VITROS Certified Analyzers. The candidate will disassemble, clean and repair/rebuild instrument modules, per established work instructions for a Medical Device Manufacturing line with limited supervision. The candidate will be responsible for all aspects of preparing and maintaining the work area, including 5S, and quality of finished product.  

This position will be located onsite in Rochester.

The Responsibilities

• Inspect, disassemble, clean and rebuild modules for VITROS certified analyzers

• Learn from lead trainer and meet training requirements

• Maintain tools and use in a safe manner

• Follow electrostatic discharge protocols including foot, wrist, and jacket protection

• Follow and promote ergonomic safe assembly

• Knowledge of ISO and Good Manufacturing practices for Medical Devices

• Setup and maintain a clean work area

• Deliver assigned tasks to a project plan timeline

• Work effectively across disciplines and with functional partners

• Contributing team member willing to flex between project deliverables

The Individual

Required:

• High school diploma

• 3 years minimum electro-mechanical assembly experience

• Ability to lift and place components up to 50lbs unassisted

• Detail orientated and Quality minded

• Active team member with can do attitude

Preferred:

• Medical device assembly experience

The Key Working Relationships

Internal Partners:  Equipment Manufacturing Operators, Quality Engineers, Field Engineers, Customer Service, Warehouse personnel

External Partners:  Material Suppliers and Customers

The Work Environment

The work environment characteristics are representative of a manufacturing, laboratory, or warehouse environment.

Physical Demands

Position requires ability to stand and walk for long periods of time and be able to lift 75lbs.  Travel with Field Engineers up to 10% of the time for ongoing training.  Regularly disassembling laboratory equipment, cleaning it per validated process and reassembling accordingly.  May occasionally handle chemicals for use in final release testing of laboratory analyzers to customers

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 $40,000 - $51,000. 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.

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