Production Chemist

The Opportunity

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.

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.

At Quidel Ortho, we’re advancing the power of diagnostics for a healthier future for all. Join our mission as our next Production Chemist. Under minimal ongoing supervision, this position is responsible for a variety of manufacturing support functions involving the operation of lab equipment and conduct of procedures/tasks according to established GMP under the direction of senior staff including manufacturing products within QSR and ISO regulations.

This position will be onsite in San Diego, CA.

• Carries out production tasks in support of manufacturing goals and objectives

• Participates in Lean Initiatives

• Operates laboratory equipment safely, as trained and directed, in accordance with established practices

• Maintains records and notebooks as directed in a neat, thorough and accurate manner. Perform required data entry on company planning and materials management system

• Ensures materials are appropriately labeled, approved for use and in sufficient quantity to complete required tasks

• Reviews/reconciles documents and work orders. Writes/revises documentation as needed

• Supports product transfers

• May Train other chemists/lab technicians

• Partners with the planners, provide input into weekly schedule

• Initiates and participates in lead document revisions to ensure accurate BOM's process descriptions, NCMR and deviations

• Operates laboratory equipment and perform routine maintenance/repair

• Follows all safety guidelines, manufacturing policies and procedures. Operate under strict QSR and ISO compliance

• Performs complex formulations, component and material evaluations, equipment calibrations and maintenance

• Formulates complex chemistries and solutions as directed, following established guidelines and procedures

• Carries out duties in compliance with established business policies

• Performs other duties & projects as assigned

• Participates in product/process troubleshooting and validations

• Carries out functions which may require multiple task coordination

• Covers on call assignment and complies with all restrictions and requirements

• Assess issues affecting departmental performance, Quality standards, and product quality Individually communicates to management and initiates appropriate corrective action

• Supports departmental troubleshooting, cross‑functional projects and process improvement teams

• Perform other work‑related duties as assigned

Required:

• High School Diploma plus 5‑8 years of related work experience in a GMP environment, or

• BA or BS in Chemistry, Biological Sciences, and 2‑4 years of related experience in a GMP environment, or

• Master’s degree in Chemistry, Biological Sciences, or equivalent and 0‑2 years of related experience in GMP environment required

• Ability to follow detailed instructions, maintains accurate records and notes, and carries out assignments in a thorough, conscientious fashion while adhering to safe laboratory practices

• Knowledge of a variety of lab equipment and their operation

• Ability to carry out experiments following established guidelines and summarize results accurately

• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Organized and detail oriented

• Ability to work in a team environment

• General computer knowledge

• Understands and is aware of the quality consequences which may occur from the improper performance of their specific…