Operations Technician

Operations Technician – Wells (AO1)

As Quidel Ortho continues to grow, we are seeking to appoint an Operations Technician to join our Manufacturing – Wells department in Pencoed on a permanent basis. This role will work on a 7-day fortnight shift pattern.

• Carry out standard duties such as set up/set down and general running of the Production Line and following/completing Electronic Batch Records (E )
• Routine top up of all consumables required on the Well Manufacturing Lines – Plate Lids, Silica Gels, Reagent Pack Bottoms, Top Plugs and Boxes
• Monitoring yield and adhering to reaction/escalation sheets located in the area
• Completion of Engineering Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
• Preparation of consumables to be used in the ECA (Environmentally Controlled Area) e.g. plates & boxes
• General housekeeping of Area including removal of waste during/end of shift and removal of gowning from ECA
• Completion of relevant TPM tasks/logs and scheduled cleaning activities including accurate completion of associated forms
• Ensure that all activities are carried out in compliance with all regulations and laws governing business and quality operations (QRS/GMP, ISO, etc.)
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with all local, national, international and company regulations, policies and procedures for Health, Safety and Environmental compliance
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned

• Basic Math’s and English essential
• Basic Science background preferred
• Relevant operational experience preferred
• Microsoft office experience essential (Including Excel)
• Production Line or Laboratory work desired
• Hardworking, reliable with good attendance and timekeeping
• Flexible towards overtime
• Ability to communicate verbally with all members of the operational team

Iwan Phillips, Shift Team Leader

Thursday, 11th June 2026