Mechanical Film Manufacturing Engineer III

The Role

As we continue to grow as one Quidel Ortho we are seeking a Mechanical Film Manufacturing Engineer III to work in our manufacturing facility in Rochester, NY. The Mechanical Film Manufacturing Engineer III will provide engineering oversight of film coating equipment and supporting systems to effectively and efficiently maintain and reliably operate the manufacturing equipment on site.

• 40% Support maintenance and operations with troubleshooting and resolving electrical issues on current automated equipment.
• 20% Lead or support large capital projects for equipment upgrades or replacements as required.
• 20% Identify and develop improvements to maximize uptime while reducing maintenance costs and improving reliability, quality, productivity, and safety.
• 10% Author and revise controlled manufacturing documentation such as preventative maintenance and standard operating procedure documents per ISO
  9000 standards.
• 10% Develop and maintain effective lines of communication across departments to achieve plant maintenance and reliability goals.

• Prepare reports, summaries, and Capital Appropriation Request (CAR) protocols.
• Exercise independent judgement that leads to overall company objectives with long-term impact on program schedules.
• Compliance with local, state, and federal regulatory bodies including FDA, ISO, EPA, OSHA, DEP and DEA.
• Initiate, facilitate, and participate in Lean activities including 5S and Kaizen events.
• Flexibility in work schedule along with off hours support as necessary.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by work area.
• Perform other work‑related duties as assigned.

• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology.
• 3–5 years of engineering experience in manufacturing.
• Strong electrical aptitude with troubleshooting experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Ability to plan, analyze, review, and implement assignments without appreciable guidance.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a results‑driven environment.
• Ability to lead teams and meet project deadlines.
• Adept in "Good Manufacturing Practices" (GMP).
• Adept in Microsoft Office tools (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Experience working in an FDA medical device manufacturing facility with associated FDA and ISO regulations.
• Experience with motor drive systems, process controls systems, manufacturing equipment and vision systems.

Working around moving machinery. Protective equipment required (Ear protection, gloves, eyewear, safety shoes).

No strenuous physical activity is required, though occasional light lifting may be involved. Approximately 30% of the time is spent in meetings, collaborating with the team, or talking on the phone, and 70% is spent at a desk performing analytical work on a computer. Minimal travel is required.

The salary range for this position is $89,000 to $115,000 and is bonus eligible.

Quidel Ortho 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.

Quidel Ortho 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. Quidel Ortho is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so that an individual can perform their duties.