Plastics Engineer I

5 days ago

Rochester, New York, United States Ortho Clinical Diagnostics 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 a global organization with over 6,000 employees, operating in more than 130 countries, and providing fast, accurate, and consistent testing solutions where and when they are needed most.

Our Culture

We prioritize our team members' happiness, inspiration, and engagement, recognizing that employee satisfaction and business success are interconnected. Our culture fosters meaningful connections among colleagues, and we strive to build a positive work environment that supports our mission to transform diagnostics into a healthier future for all.

The Role

We are seeking a Plastics Engineer I to support technical changes involving QuidelOrtho's supply base for plastic components. The successful candidate will assist in providing technical input to change requests initiated by QuidelOrtho's suppliers or within the organization, ensuring continuity of supply for plastic products. This role will involve conducting detailed analysis of requests, providing guidance, assistance, and technical solutions to facilitate changes in support of QuidelOrtho's change control processes and requirements.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage assigned portions of capital equipment projects within QuidelOrtho's supply base for consumable products.
  • Support projects from design/concept phase through qualification and into production-readiness.
  • Participate in technical investigation and cross-functional review of unplanned supplier tasks, including supplier nonconformances and supplier change requests.
  • Support and consult on related QuidelOrtho projects/initiatives requiring plastics expertise.
Requirements
  • Without a Bachelor's degree, 3-5 years of applicable plastics industry or similar manufacturing experience.
  • BA/BS with 0-2 years of experience.
  • MS with no experience.
  • Basic understanding and application of standard Engineering/Manufacturing theories, concepts, principles, and techniques in one of the following engineering disciplines: Electrical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering.
  • Able to use standardized test methods to solve basic technical problems related to manufacturing equipment and test fixtures.
  • Familiarity with emerging technology trends.
  • Uses deductive reasoning to solve basic engineering problems related to calculations, tests, and design details.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Working knowledge of the validation requirements for Medical Devices.
  • Working knowledge of injection molding process development and familiarity with the plastics industry.
  • Capable of tracking a plan for a small project.
  • Uses available tools to maintain an organized workflow and calendar and manage daily tasks.
  • Written and verbal communication is clear and concise.
  • Awareness of some Process Excellence tools and statistical methods.
  • Ability to work well within the team environment.
Work Environment

The work environment is representative of an office environment, with up to 75% of time spent at a desk, standing, or sitting for extended periods. No strenuous physical activity is required, although occasional light lifting of files and related materials (up to 10 lbs.) may be necessary.

Salary Transparency

The salary range for this position takes into account a wide range of factors, including education, experience, knowledge, skills, geography, and abilities of the candidate, in addition to internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary range for this position is $68,000 to $116,000 and is bonus eligible.

Benefits

QuidelOrtho offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan, employee assistance program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (including sick time), and paid Holidays. All benefits are non-contractual and may be amended, terminated, or enhanced as deemed appropriate.

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 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.

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