Automated Equipment Technician IV
Automated Equipment Technician IV
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Job Description
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 6000 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 Equipment Technician IV for the Film Manufacturing Operation located in Rochester NY. The Technician role will maintain trouble shoot and repair equipment for various manufacturing processes in an FDA regulated environment for various processes including but not limited to metallization formulation coating and web converting.
This individual will work as part of a team of engineers mechanics and operators in support of these operations. This individual will work in an FDA regulated medical device manufacturing operation with high regard for safety practices and systems and therefore be required to understand and comply with appropriate regulations. This individual must also have flexibility for shift work (currently A and B shift operational support Monday through Friday) with occasional weekends and overtime outside of their scheduled hours to help support business needs.
This position is in Rochester NY.
The Responsibilities
Performs daily preventive and demand maintenance tasks for production machinery or facilities.
Addresses maintenance demands to meet production schedules.
Reads and interprets equipment manuals procedures and drawings to perform required maintenance.
Performs root cause analysis communicates recommendations and implements solutions that prevent reoccurrence.
Orders parts and supplies required to maintain equipment.
Documents preventive and corrective maintenance work utilizing a computerized maintenance management system.
Makes recommendations for modifications to enhance equipment life or productivity.
Provides input and technical support to new projects.
Demonstrates good teamwork while working to resolve technical problems.
Communicates clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
Successfully completes job training requirements.
Follows site lock-out tag-out requirements while servicing any equipment.
Maintains work areas and shop in neat and orderly condition.
Adheres to all company safety and site policy/regulations.
The Individual
Candidates should have a minimum Certificate / AAS in mechanical/electrical technologies or related degree or completed an apprenticeship and/or formal automated equipment mechanic training. Equivalent experience will be considered.
A minimum of 6-8 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of automated machinery and related subsystems including:
Mechanical systems (Fans Pumps Belts Bearings)
Electrical systems (Motors Instrumentation)
General Film Process / Conveyance systems
Basic hydraulics / pneumatics
Programmable logic controllers (PLCs)
Able to read and interpret:
Drawings and schematics
Equipment specifications
Maintenance procedures
Experience with any of the following processes is a plus:
Process control valves
HVAC
Intrinsically Safe Equipment
Metallization
Formulation Equipment
Coating Technology
Web Converting
The Key Working Relationships
Internal Partner: Manufacturing Operations Supervisors and Managers Cell Leaders Site Administrative Support Personnel Quality Engineering Operations and Maintenance team members.
External Partners: Service Providers
The Work Environment
The work environment characteristics are representative of a manufacturing laboratory or warehouse 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 75% of the time you will be standing walking or sitting for extended periods of time. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. 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 $58000 to $99000 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 .
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
