Facilities Technician III - 2nd shift Details

Facilities Technician III - 2nd shift

Quidel - San Diego, CA

Employment Type : Full-Time

Quidel’s mission is to provide patients with immediate and frequent access to highly accurate, affordable testing for the good of our families, our communities and the world. We are a leading manufacturer of point of care diagnostic solutions. Quidel’s comprehensive product portfolio includes tests for a wide range of infectious diseases, cardiac and autoimmune biomarkers, as well as a host of products to detect COVID-19. Quidel pioneered the first FDA-cleared point-of-care test for influenza in 1999 and was the first to market a rapid SARS-CoV-2 antigen test in the U.S.
The purpose of this position is to schedule, perform, and oversee the maintenance, operation, and repair of facilities equipment. This position also manages contractors and services associated with scheduled maintenance as well as conducting emergency repairs and replacement of equipment and components. This position requires taking ownership of assignments directed at improving total operating efficiency, minimizing equipment downtime and improving internal administrative processes. This position also requires documentation support to assure that documents such as validations, standard operating procedures and preventive maintenance tasks are current and accurate for the assigned equipment and processes. This position will coordinate and oversee outside maintenance contractor This position may require lead responsibilities that include mentoring less experienced personnel, coordinating shift assignments, generating work schedules, and supporting administrative activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Performs routine preventative maintenance on facilities equipment, central plant equipment, lyophilizers, refrigerators and freezers utilizing maintenance software system.
Coordinating efforts with outside vendors and contract service providers to accomplish objectives.
Supports Facilities Work Requests and following up on request status, providing internal customers with estimations of completions.
Responds to and documents internal alarms from the “Process Alarm Monitoring System”.
Managing system configuration and maintenance to support data channel additions / deletions.
Supporting documentation and administrative requirements.
Carries out duties in compliance with established business policies.
Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent
Technical Degree or equivalent experience in related field preferred
Universal certification in refrigerant handling to be obtained within one year from date of hire
HVAC/Refrigeration trade schools or course certifications preferred
Must have valid driver’s license, with desirable rating
Minimum 3 to5 years of experience working with general facilities equipment, production equipment and systems
Minimum 5 years of experience with all electrical applications up to 480 volts preferred
Experience with hand and power tools and their associated safety procedures
Experience conducting or supervising routine building/grounds maintenance
Experience working in GMP/ISO manufacturing environment preferred
Experience working in high paced manufacturing environment
Knowledge/Skills
Knowledge of QSR/ISO 9001 preferred
Understanding and application of safety procedures
Use of communication, cooperation and interpersonal skills
Documentation skills
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work independently
Basic computer skills including, file management, MS Word, and preventative maintenance software
Before you apply, please make sure you share Quidel’ s values. We pride ourselves on keeping these values in mind every day as we execute on goals and plan for the future. We are seeking employees who share the same mindset and commitment to be customer driven , focused on execution , and new product oriented . We succeed by being determined , optimistic team players . Quidel is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans). We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.