Technical Project Manager Operations

QuidelOrtho • Rochester, NY

19h • $102,000 - $133,000 • 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 a Program &Portfolio Management Leader (PPM). The Program & Portfolio Management Leader (PPM) is a collaborative, influential leadership role responsible for developing, governing, and executing an integrated portfolio of various types of projects, strategic initiatives, and capital programs. The role focuses on creating and growing this new function within operations at the Rochester, NY plants. This leader will ensure alignment between the project portfolio, the company’s long‑term strategies, and the annual operating plan (AOP), including oversight of cost reduction initiatives and major Capex initiatives. This role requires a combination of engineering expertise, business acumen, program leadership, and quality stewardship—equally comfortable in technical discussions, cross‑functional decision‑making, and enterprise‑level strategic planning. The leader will coordinate execution across functions locally and globally, lead high‑impact complex projects, and drive organizational change to elevate program execution capabilities. This individual will support projects across product development, design changes and transfers, operational excellence, and large-scale facility or manufacturing upgrades. This position will be onsite in Rochester, NY. (Limited Remote)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or scientific discipline (Mechanical, Chemical, Manufacturing Engineering; Chemistry; Microbiology; Biochemistry; etc.).
• 10 years of progressive experience in technical program, project, or portfolio management within regulated industries (medical device experience preferred).
• Demonstrated success leading cross‑functional, technically complex programs.
• Technical leadership: experience in a scientific or engineering leadership role with experience guiding, challenging, and mentoring other technical staff.
• Experience guiding engineering and scientific decisions, navigating trade‑offs, and balancing technical and business considerations.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage both technical and executive audiences.
• Proficiency with program and portfolio management tools (Smartsheet, MS Project, etc.).
• Proficient with standard software such as but not limited to MS Office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams etc.)
• Experience with engineering changes, design transfer, feasibility studies, and new product development.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree (MS, PhD, MBA, or equivalent).
• Experience managing and completing major capital or greenfield projects.
• Experience creating and growing new teams and functions within an organization.
• Background in medical device regulatory expectations and design control.
• Experience building or scaling a PMO or PPM function.

Responsibilities

• Portfolio & Program Leadership Develop and project manage a cohesive portfolio of projects, strategic initiatives, and major capital investments.
• Lead the creation and governance of a clear, balanced capital strategy that supports long-term capabilities, operational efficiency, and enterprise-level strategies.
• Insure project and investment prioritization aligns with strategic goals, AOP targets, and operational constraints.
• Build and maintain portfolio dashboards, analytics, and reporting to support data‑driven decision-making.
• Technical Leadership Provide strong engineering and scientific leadership, ensuring programs are grounded in sound technical judgment.
• Lead high‑impact, technically complex programs, including medical device development, engineering changes, and design transfer.
• Guide teams through technical trade‑offs, risk evaluation, and scenario‑based decision processes.
• Ensure program deliverables meet quality, regulatory, and business requirements.
• Execution & Alignment Work with teams across engineering, operations, quality, regulatory, supply chain, and commercial areas to translate high-level strategic goals into clear, actionable plans.
• Coordinate work across functions to ensure projects move forward smoothly and teams stay aligned on priorities.
• Identify key risks, dependencies, and resource gaps early and help teams address them quickly to maintain project momentum.
• Contribute to annual planning and budgeting by helping define what is needed to execute the company’s strategic objectives.
• Team Collaboration & Leadership Help improve how teams plan, communicate, and execute work by simplifying processes and eliminating unnecessary complexity.
• Support the growth and development of project managers, engineers, and other team members through practical coaching and mentorship.
• May informally or formally supervise others.
• Lead change initiatives that enhance collaboration, innovation, accountability, and performance.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager