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

The Senior Manager, Facilities is responsible for the active management of the Facilities department in ensuring that the Athens facility and associated facilities equipment are fully maintained, validated and operational in satisfying the demands of a high-volume manufacturing, laboratory and office environment.  This individual shall direct, implement and continuously improve the facilities environment, systems and equipment in order to improve manufacturing and business operational efficiency.  In addition, this position is responsible for managing maintenance and contract personnel to as required to sustain the facility functions.  This individual is also responsible for developing the facility strategies and providing facility guidance to the executive staff to support the corporate vision, short-term and long-term goals.

Must be available to be “on call” via cell phone

This role is located in Athens, Ohio.

The Responsibilities 

Maintain a culture where individuals are provided the opportunity to develop professionally, provide leadership and management for the Facilities departmental functions and personnel in ensuring compliance with company policies, QSRs, OSHA and ISO 9001 regulations.

Implement cost reduction strategies and tactics, direct coordination, documentation, and management of departmental budgets and their associated activities.

Interact with the executive staff and functional management teams to provide expertise and guidance during optimization of new and existing facilities. Lead activities related to design, construction, renovations and improvements of the San Diego facility and liaison with all corporate sites to provide technical expertise as needed.  Oversee all internal and external services and associated contracts, including electrical power, natural gas, water, sewer, waste disposal, landscaping, and outsourced maintenance contracts.  Accountable for interactions and compliance with external governing agencies including: City, County, and State Departments, Air Pollution Control Districts and Federal regulations surrounding CFC’s (chloral floral carbons).

Provide forward-looking leadership in maintaining a proactive maintenance strategy to assure the reliability, security and operation of manufacturing, laboratory and office work environments.  This includes the identification of new equipment needs as well as the development of specifications for new facilities equipment and systems, validation of new equipment, layouts and systems integration within the existing structure and culture.

Proactive recruitment, retention and development of the Facilities Technicians within corporate employee policies and departmental functions within corporate and departmental goals.  Train and educate technicians in the operation and maintenance of building and support systems.  Develop and implement job descriptions, training, career development and safety programs for departmental personnel. Provide mentoring, conduct employee counseling, evaluations, and monthly departmental presentation of status reports.

Carries out duties in compliance with established business policies.

The Individual

Required:

High school diploma or equivalent

Minimum 10 years progressively responsible experience with facilities equipment and systems

Minimum 3 - 5 years managing facilities team(s)

Minimum 5 years experience working in high volume manufacturing environments

Experience managing multiple projects concurrently

Experience managing budget(s)

Technical understanding and experience in HVAC/Refrigeration/Electrical

Experience in QSR/ISO 9000 manufacturing environment

Experience managing preventative maintenance programs

Must possess thorough understanding of QSR and ISO regulations related to facilities management.

Must have thorough understanding of all building codes.

Must have thorough understanding of all Federal/State/County/City regulations as they relate to facilities management.

Must have thorough understanding of all facilities equipment and systems including:

Energy Management Systems, Equipment Process Alarm Monitoring System, HVAC Systems, Lab Equipment, Fire Control System, Controlled Access system, Environmental Controls, Electrical Distribution/Emergency generator, and CCTV (security cameras)

Must have ability to manage, mentor and educate direct reports

Must have ability to use MS word and create basic spreadsheets (MS Office)

Must have ability to write instructions and procedures (including equipment IQ/OQ)

Must have ability to effectively communicate with other functional areas.

Must have ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work independently.

Preferred:

BS/BA Degree in Business or equivalent related experience

The Key Working Relationships

Internal Partners:

Facilities Technicians, Production, Engineering, R&D

External Partner:

Outside Vendors, Contractors and Regulatory Agencies

The Work Environment

The work environment characteristics are representative of an office, manufacturing, laboratory, and warehouse environment and may include handling of viral and bacterial hazards, potentially hazardous chemicals, as well as infectious or potentially infectious bodily fluids, tissues and samples. Flexible work hours to meet project deadlines. Must be available to be “on call” via pager and/or cell phone. Moderate physical activity, occasional moderate lifting of files and related materials is required up to 60 lbs. Heavy lifting of equipment exceeding 100lbs with assistance from others and mechanical lifting equipment. Walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, pushing, pulling, moving, (furniture, equipment, machinery) are routine to accomplish tasks in this role.  Up to 50% of time in meetings, working with team, or talking on the phone, 40% of the time at the desk on computer, standing or sitting extended periods of time doing analytical work.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision and the ability to adjust focus. Position may be required to use Personal Protective Equipment as posted. Occasional travel required.  Travel includes airplane, automobile travel and overnight hotel.

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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