Packaging Supervisor

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.

As the company continues to grow, we are seeking a Packaging Supervisor. This position will be responsible for providing supervision for the Packaging department. Focused on ensuring flawless execution against the Quality System to ensure regulatory compliance with QuidelOrtho global policies and procedures. The scope of the role includes but is not limited to the supervision of the Packaging operators. The Supervisor is responsible for developing both short-term tactical goals and objectives in addition to longer term strategies to drive efficiencies through simplification of processes and procedures while driving continuous improvement in manufacturing quality, product quality and compliance performance. In partnership with the Quality Team, the position is responsible for Manufacturing compliance performance through leading the manufacturing team in the identification and standardization of best practices to drive both efficiency and compliance excellence. This position enforces cGMPs and EHS requirements in the manufacturing area, ensures production schedules are met both in volume and timeliness, and ensures equipment is maintained with minimal downtime.

This position will be onsite at our Raritan, NJ office.

• Oversees day to day Packaging schedule activities as required to support Operations schedule. Participates and collaborates with Materials Management, Facilities, Quality and Engineering leaders to identify potential areas of process and product variability, addresses Non-Conformances (NC's), investigations, root causes, and implements improvements. Provides Voice of Customer (VOC) to project teams working to improve the production equipment or process.

• Actively manage development, performance assessments and succession plan of all direct reports

• Coach and mentor employees to achieve goals and objectives, work with employees to develop action plans. Reviews documentation of training for completeness and content and promote cGMPs, proper safety practices, and proper environmental practices. Makes hiring and termination decisions. Complete performance appraisals of manufacturing team.

• Directs activities to ensure that the manufacturing area is in a continued state of compliance and inspection readiness.

• Ensure proper calibration and maintenance of equipment is completed in a timely manner and documents are completed correctly.

• Ensure BTRs and FRMs are reviewed for clarity and completeness for timely production release.

• Complete on time investigation of Quality events and work with QA to ensure timely lot releases.

• Achieve organization targets including MPS attainment, scrap goals, MUV target, productivity goal.

• Identify possible manufacturing constraints and improvement opportunities.

• Actively participates in Manufacturing daily meetings with cross-functional teams.

• Support internal and external audits.

• Review and approve protocols.

• Be an advocate for a safe work environment and be responsible for personal safety and the safety of others.

• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

Required:

• Associate degree with a minimum of 3 years of manufacturing experience

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data entry software.

• Ability to prioritize, lead and/or support multiple projects at once.

• Ability to delegate.

• Ability to demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Strong problem-solving skills.

Preferred

• Bachelors' Degree with degree in business, management, engineering or a related field

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a manufacturing supervisor or similar leadership position

• Knowledge of Quality Information Systems (SAP, Windchill (PLM), Customer/Failure Investigations, cGMP's)

Internal:

Operations, Materials Management, Quality, EHS, Facilities, Engineering, Product Support

The work environment characteristics are representative of a manufacturing, laboratory, or warehouse environment. Is frequently required to communicate with coworkers. Work in a cGMP area and/or clean room environment. Overtime is required, as necessary. Ability to occasionally work other Shifts may be required, as necessary

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; climb, bend and stoop; and reach with hands and arms. Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. Must pass vision acuity test for inspection of work in process and finished goods. Needs to be mobile and able to independently transport themselves between various sites/locations, as dictated by the essential functions and responsibilities of the position.

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 79,000 - 134,000 annually. 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.

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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