Maintenance Technician

2 weeks ago


Rochester, United States QuidelOrtho Full time
The Opportunity

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.

The Role

As we continue to grow as one QuidelOrtho, we are seeking an Automated Maintenance Technician V to work in our manufacturing facility. The Technician will troubleshoot, repair, and set up moderately complex manufacturing equipment per applicable documentation. This position supports manufacturing in the timely repair of equipment and machinery to ensure line uptime and productivity. Addresses production maintenance demands timely to meet production schedules. Performs root-cause analysis, communicates recommendations, and implements solutions that prevent reoccurrence. Provides enhanced support to facilities maintenance and calibration. Participates in the transfer of new production lines. Provides input and technical support to new projects.

This position is in Rochester, NY.

Schedule: Monday - Friday: 8 hour shifts

The Responsibilities

  • Provide expert guidance and support for complex maintenance issues.

  • Develop and lead specialized training programs for the maintenance team.

  • Drive innovation and continuous improvement in maintenance practices.

  • Act as a liaison between maintenance and other departments, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

  • Conduct research and stay updated on industry trends and best practices.

  • Lead initiatives to implement new technologies and methodologies in maintenance operations.

  • Oversee small-scale capital projects from planning to execution.

  • Champion continuous improvement efforts across all maintenance activities.

  • Lead and mentor teams in conducting comprehensive root cause analysis and implementing long-term solutions.

  • Follow SOPs meticulously and author SOPs for maintenance processes and procedures.

  • Develop, review, and refine detailed work instructions and job plans.

The Individual

Required:

  • Associate or bachelor‘s degree in industrial maintenance, engineering, formulation process, and/or equivalent work experience.

  • Extensive professional development and advanced certifications (e.g., Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP), Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE)).

  • Continuous learning through industry seminars, workshops, and courses.

  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in high-speed automated production, packaging, formulation process, and/or related systems.

  • Demonstrated expertise in pneumatic, hydraulic, vision, PLC, and robotics systems.

  • Extensive hands-on and theoretical knowledge of advanced condition-based monitoring and predictive technologies.

  • Leadership in developing and implementing maintenance strategies, including SOPs, work instructions, and job plans.

  • Proven track record in managing complex projects and initiatives to drive efficiency and effectiveness in maintenance operations.

  • Mastery of root cause analysis methodologies and their application in solving complex maintenance issues.

  • Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with a focus on mentoring and developing talent within the maintenance team.

Preferred:

  • Familiarity with SAP; SAP experience highly desirable.

Key Working Relationship

Internal Partners: Manufacturing Operations and other product release laboratories: PAR (Performance Assignment and Release), Reference; Product Support, R&D, Complaint Handling Unit and Customer Technical Services.

External Partners: College of American Pathologists, NGSP-University of Missouri (for certifications), CEQAL- Vancouver, BC (for certifications).

The Work Environment

The work environment characteristics are representative of a manufacturing and laboratory, environment and include handling of viral and bacterial hazards, potentially hazardous chemicals, as well as infectious or potentially infectious bodily fluids, tissues, and samples. Up to 50% of time in meetings, working with team; 50% of the time at the desk on computer, walking, standing, or sitting extended periods of time, doing analytical work are routine to accomplish tasks in this role. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision and the ability to adjust focus. Position requires use of Personal Protective Equipment as posted. Flexible work hours to meet project deadlines.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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 their 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 at .

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