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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.

As we continue to grow as one QuidelOrtho we are seeking a Mechanic - Production and Purified Water Technician III, this is an exciting opportunity to join a team responsible for the technical support of QuidelOrtho' s Raritan facility packaging and production equipment. The Mechanic - Production and Purified Water Technician III 1st shift position located in Raritan, NJ. Major responsibility is to perform maintenance and troubleshooting of packaging, processing, and purified water equipment through the application of problem-solving tools. The Individual will provide the manufacturing team direct support in routine problem solving of a moderate to complex nature and identifying and correcting machinery and process issues. This position assists improvement activities/nonconformance's and associated corrective/preventive actions in support of Manufacturing Issues. The position would ideally suit someone with a strong background in working with packaging, process, and purified water machinery or someone from a successful technical manufacturing background looking to make a transition to supply chain operations.

This position is in Raritan, NJ.

SCHEDULE: Typical 8-hour workday (Monday-Friday) with flexible starting time anytime between 6:30am and 8:30am.

• Perform preventative, corrective and emergency maintenance and troubleshooting of packaging equipment and production equipment including purified water systems using a formalized Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Initiates, remediates and completes all associated water system non-conformance events. Ensure customer satisfaction through consistent follow-up and close-out of maintenance activities with client base.

• Generate, modify, and review Preventative Maintenance Procedures. Assists in the development, planning and implementation of new equipment and existing equipment upgrades.

• Support Change Control practices to update preventive maintenance procedures, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), and installed equipment files/documents in accordance with cGMP practices.

• Must also complete all cGMP documentation necessary to support maintenance activities i.e. Logbooks, PM's, Work Orders, etc.

• Coordinates efforts between Microbiology, Operations, Validation, and Engineering to support small technical projects into daily activities. This position will directly support engineering projects, validations, and process improvement projects.

• Schedules, controls and instructs outside contractors working in this facility.

• Must be able to perform duties with minimal direction or supervision. There are occasional interactions with internal and external regulatory agencies.

• Responds to emergency and corrective maintenance requests. Clears alarm conditions, restarts stalled systems, and make repairs as needed to keep Water Systems online in a production environment. Occasional (a few times per year) 24-hour emergency response required. Potential for occasional weekend overtime coverage to support production schedules.

• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

• This position requires a Technical or Associates Degree or equivalent 8 years experience in a manufacturing environment troubleshooting and repairing industrial equipment, plumbing, and electrical systems.

• Read electrical wiring diagrams, pneumatic and fluid Piping Diagrams (P&ID's). Experience with programming, controls and electrical troubleshooting is preferred.

• Knowledge of FDA, EU, GMP/ISO, regulations, and calibrations is preferred.

• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills, strong technical knowledge, and a demonstrated ability to learn.

• Must have the ability to examine the equipment to be maintained and determine the appropriate preventative maintenance including spare parts handling and documentation.

• Must be able to occasionally work off-shifts and extended hours. Required to participate in 24/7 emergency on-call coverage. Typical 8-hour workday (Monday-Friday) with flexible starting time anytime between 6:30am and 8:30am.

• Coordinates and participates in various Maintenance team efforts and projects such as: training programs, equipment validations, safety programs, inventory of spare parts and other specified auxiliary assignments.

• Must be proficient with MS Office WORD and EXCEL software and be able to learn/utilize Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) i.e MAXIMO, SAP, etc software.

• Physical and work condition demands of the position are; some lifting, not to exceed 50 pounds, manual dexterity for handling instruments, sitting and standing for a long periods of time and repetitive motions. Working conditions include sitting, standing, walking, climbing ladders, working on hands and knees, in cramped or awkward positions and in confined areas. Ability to work in bio-hazard areas and clean rooms. Must wear protective clothing and safety equipment, as required.

Internal: Director, Manufacturing, R&D, Supply Chain, Quality, Production Managers, Planning, Cost Accounting, Facilities, Process Engineers and Quality Engineers.

External: Supplier, Vendors and contractors

The work environment characteristics are representative of office, laboratory, and manufacturing environment and may include handling of viral and bacterial hazards as well as infectious or potentially infectious bodily fluids, tissues and samples. Physical and work condition demands of the position are; some lifting, not to exceed 50 pounds, manual dexterity for handling instruments, sitting and standing for a long periods of time and repetitive motions. Working conditions include sitting, standing, walking, climbing ladders, working on hands and knees, in cramped or awkward positions and in confined areas.Ability to work in bio-hazard areas and clean rooms. Must wear protective clothing and safety equipment, as required.

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 $49,000.00 - $83,000.00 and is bonus eligible or eligible for incentive compensation. 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.

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 the 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 atrecruiting@quidelortho.com.

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