Facilities Engineer

QuidelOrtho
United States, New Jersey, Raritan
1001 U.S. 202 (Show on map)
Nov 04, 2024
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 the company continues to grow, we are seeking a Facilities Engineer to provide support of the facility equipment and supporting systems to efficiently maintain and reliably operate the site. The position will provide support of maintenance staffing services, assessment and control of performance metrics, and attainment of cost objectives in daily maintenance and operation of all facility assets. Supporting systems include maintenance work management, building control, quality, procurement, training, and all associated supporting procedures. Position is to continuously assess general condition and readiness of critical assets required to deliver business priorities without interruption. Position has overall responsibility for all infrastructure and staffing capability to ensure reliable and efficient facility operations. Deliver high quality, safe, compliant, cost effective facilities infrastructure. This position is in Raritan NJ. The Responsibilities Assist with contract service relationships, delivery and performance of facility maintenance to manage cost, operating efficiencies, staffing, training, GMP quality adherence, customer satisfaction, and reliability objectives. Assist with delivery of annual budget, budget attainment, quality objectives, and maintenance schedule performance. Assist with facility asset and general conditions to ensure audit readiness and provides direct support of internal/external audits. Assist in organizing a high performance and continuous improvement culture, driven by establishing clear expectations of service providers performance metrics and routinely reviewing with service providers. Assist with facility operations and maintenance expense budget working closely with Finance and functional leadership to ensure alignment and delivery of cost goals. Assists with software applications, service contracts, and supporting procedures of the facility asset maintenance (CMMS) and Building Automation Systems to drive standard work and continuous improvement processes in leveraging of system applications Leads with their supervisor maintenance planning and scheduling in optimizing preventive maintenance job instruction content and maintenance processes to reduce cost and improve overall operating reliability. Responsible for coordination of all maintenance interventions. Assists with facility maintenance capital planning to provide annual facility infrastructure capital recommendations and justifications based on asset performance, associated life-cycle costs, and opportunities for incremental operating/cost improvements. Perform other work-related duties as assigned. The Individual Required: BS in Engineering. 1-2 years experience including but not limited to Facilities Site Service Maintenance Management or utility operations. Experience in GMP compliance and delivering requirements highly desirable Practical experience in facility work management and automation systems preferred Experience in managing one or more of the following; HVAC, electrical, steam, and chilled water systems 2 years' experience in project management experience in one or more of the following areas, facility operations, contracted maintenance services or contract management Travel up to 10% Preferred MS/PE Mechanical/Electrical. Experience in GMP compliance and delivering requirements. Practical experience in facility work management and automation systems. Key Working Relationships Internal - Operations, Materials Management, Quality, EHS, Facilities, Engineering, Product Support External- Suppliers The Work Environment 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. Is frequently required to communicate with coworkers. 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. Work with blood, blood products and chemicals Work in a cGMP area and/or clean room environment Must pass vision acuity test for inspection of work in process and finished goods Overtime is required, as necessary Ability to occasionally work other Shifts may be required, as necessary 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. #LI-SP1