Operations Supervisor

QuidelOrtho•Rochester, NY

7d•Onsite

About The Position

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 Operations Supervisor to work in our Fluids Manufacturing facility. This individual leads the Operations staff in a 24hr/day production environment to ensure business objectives are met. They do this by ensuring production work centers are fully staffed, standard work is being followed, standard times are being met, and quality defects are being minimized. They will be expected to create a positive, productive, and accountable culture within their team. The Supervisor will also be expected to communicate and collaborate with support functions (Quality, Materials Management, etc.) across shifts as needed. This position is in Rochester, NY. Schedule: Working hours will be targeted for A-shift (7:00 am -3:00 pm) but will be expected to adjust hours to cover other shifts as needed, or portions of other shifts to facilitate crossover.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrates strong commitment to following documented processes and holding team members accountable for the same.
Experience with manual operations and automated equipment.
Experience with Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.

Nice To Haves

Prior Supervisory experience.
AAS or Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

Leads and Supervises Operations personnel and provides regular feedback on attendance and performance.
Responsible for performance management processes and employee development of direct reports.
Recruits/hires staff to maintain required headcount.
Monitors staffing levels aligning overtime needs with daily production demands.
Maintains and monitors KPIs for each work area and drives actions to address gaps.
Drives continuous improvement activities.
Performs other duties as assigned.