Quality Technician I
About The Position
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. At QuidelOrtho, we’re advancing the power of diagnostics for a healthier future for all. Join our mission as our next Quality Control Technician I. This position is primarily responsible for performing Quality Control testing products at various stages of Production. This includes both routine (SOP) and special assignments, as well as documentation of findings/results for attachment to Device History Records. Additionally, this individual will lend support as necessary to the daily QC Chemistry core functions – Stability Studies, Raw Material Testing, Proficiency Testing, and Customer Complaints. This role will be located onsite in Carlsbad, CA.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent
- 0-2 years’ in Quality Control or manufacturing laboratory environment
- Ability to read, interpret and follow detailed procedures, instructions and drawings
- Solid understanding of QSRs/ISO
- General chemistry and laboratory skills, GLP/GMP experience
- Demonstrated team-oriented interaction skills/professional behavior
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheet creation and manipulation, report generation, email, etc. required
- Must know basic quality terms, definitions and concepts
- Must understand traceability (product, material, and calibration)
- Possesses the ability to discern product and process integrity to defined standards and methods, with the initiative to take appropriate action
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with a microscope
Responsibilities
- Performs and documents QC Testing of WIP Production Lots and special evaluation assignments
- Supports daily QC Chemistry core functions as needed
- Performs and documents final QC Testing
- Supports new product development/improvement projects
- Performs general housekeeping and laboratory organization
- Carries out duties in compliance with established business policies
- Works and communicates effectively and professionally with others
- Operates laboratory equipment safely, as trained and directed, in accordance with established practices
- Perform other duties & projects as assigned.
Benefits
- medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) plan
- employee assistance program
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- paid time off (including sick time)
- paid Holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
