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 a Tool and Die Maker. This position supports manufacturing by analyzing specifications, lay out metal stock, set up and operate machine tools, and fit and assemble parts to make and repair dies, cutting tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and machinists' hand tools. Verify dimensions, alignments, and clearances of finished parts for conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as calipers, gauge blocks, micrometers, and dial indicators. Addresses production maintenance demands timely to meet production schedules. Performs root-cause analysis, communicates recommendations, and implements solutions that prevent recurrence. Provides enhanced support to facilities maintenance and calibration. Participates in the installation, start up, or transfer of new production lines. Provides input and technical support to new projects. Is a role model and provides training to other maintenance technicians as needed.

This position is in Rochester, NY.

Schedule: Monday - Friday: 8 hour shifts

The Responsibilities

Set up and operate conventional or computer numerically controlled machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, and grinders to cut, bore, grind, or otherwise shape parts to prescribed dimensions and finishes.
Design jigs, fixtures, and templates for use as work aids in the fabrication of parts or products.
Follows up on reactive work, i.e. NC closure, spare parts issues.
Orders parts and supplies as needed in accordance with department procedures.

The Individual

Required:

A minimum NYS Apprentice Certificate or on the job machine time.
Equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered.
A minimum of 5-7 years relatable work experience and/or training.
Knowledge of automated machinery and related subsystems is recommended.
Familiarity with CMMS.
Excellent troubleshooting skills.
Ability to read and interpret prints and schematics, shop materials, and mechanical and electrical drawings.

Preferred:

Familiarity with SAP.
Electromechanical skills.

Key Working Relationship

Internal Partners: Manufacturing Operations, Operation Supervisors and Managers, Engineers, Cell Leaders, Facilities, Stock Room, and Calibration Teams.

External Partners: Service Provider

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.

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. At QuidelOrtho, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The salary range for this position is $58,000 to $89,000 and is bonus eligible. QuidelOrtho 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. All benefits are non-contractual, and QuidelOrtho may amend, terminate, or enhance the benefits provided, as it deems 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 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 recruiting@quidelortho.com.

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