Packaging Operator II, III

Overview

Quidel Ortho 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.

Rochester, NY. (4) 12‑hour rotating shifts; (2) 12‑hour days (6:00‑18:00); (2) 12‑hour nights (18:00‑6:00). 8% shift differential on every hour worked.

• Effectively set up production equipment to produce sub‑assemblies or finished products and/or packaging of product, adjusting to changing business needs.
• Provide leadership, technical training, coaching, and mentoring as necessary, sharing technical experience and knowledge with others.
• Ensure production equipment is operational, identify and provide solutions to moderately complex technical problems or production issues.
• Notify maintenance and appropriate personnel of equipment malfunctions and maintenance needs, and communicate downtime when necessary.
• Prepare accurate records/documentation related to quality, work in progress, test results and special projects.
• Perform in‑process and finished goods inspection; ensure product meets quality specification.
• Identify and support continuous improvement opportunities for improving efficiency, workflow and resources within the Work Center.

• Intermediate math and communication skills.
• Familiarity with basic tools and practices.
• Basic problem‑solving skills.
• Basic knowledge of 5S and ability to apply concepts.
• Ability to navigate through HMI screens.
• Ability to recognize patterns of failures within an automated manufacturing line.
• Understanding of basic GMP and compliance in a regulated industry.
• Ability to complete paperwork with high accuracy following good documentation practices.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1‑3 years of related experience within operations/manufacturing environment.
• Fluent in the use of business systems (SAP, OTIS, QERTS, MS Office, etc.).
• Strong mechanical aptitude; excellent communication, troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills; strong visual acuity.
• Able to lift up to 50lbs.; frequently lift 21‑30lbs.; use force to pull or push up to 800lbs. devices with wheels.
• Ability to work a rotating shift schedule, overtime and weekends as needed to meet production requirements.

• Consistently meet production metrics on at least one piece of automated production machine with minimal supervision.
• Assist in troubleshooting and repairing equipment.
• Perform basic data entry (SAP, SPIDER, etc.).
• Perform basic quality checks and Escalate as needed.
• Participate in simple root cause analysis under supervision.
• Follow and contribute to updates in SOPs, work instructions, and job plans.
• Perform basic machine adjustments under guidance of a senior operator.
• Encourage positive relationships by utilizing effective communication skills.
• Perform multiple job functions within the Work Center and willingly flex as business needs dictate.
• Identify EH&S opportunities and provide recommendations.
• Participate in implementation of solutions and align development with business needs.
• Participate in cross training.

• Intermediate math and communication skills.
• Familiarity with basic tools and practices.
• Basic problem‑solving skills.
• Basic knowledge of 5S and ability to apply concepts.
• Ability to navigate through HMI screens.
• Ability to recognize patterns of failures within an automated manufacturing line.
• Understanding of basic GMP and compliance in a regulated industry.
• Ability to complete paperwork with high accuracy following good documentation practices.
• High school diploma or GED.
• 2‑4 years of experience within operations/manufacturing environment.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., OSHA, basic electrical/mechanical certification) are a plus.
• Fluent in the use of business systems (SAP, OTIS, QERTS, MS…