Material Handler - Rochester, NY

The Opportunity

Quidel Ortho 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 we continue to grow as one Quidel Ortho are seeking a Materials Handler I. The Material Handler I will be responsible for all material handling activities such as picking and packing internal or external orders, loading and unloading freight and verifying against the bill of lading or manifest, re-palletizing materials to conform to department SOP s, and maintaining a neat and orderly work area that complies with all cGMP s and good housekeeping practices at all times.

This position does require overtime before and/or after normal working hours, as required by workflow priorities.

This position is in Rochester, NY.

• Pick/Pack customer orders and manufacturing orders tom conform with instructions, regulations and department SOP s. Unload trucks and palletize all incoming materials and store/deliver to appropriate area/individual.

• Visually inspect for accuracy and condition prior to signing receipt documentation. Enters receipt information into applicable computer system, if applicable

• Loads freight on carriers in accordance with shipping manifest reports and Bill of Lading

• Pick, Stage, and Deliver components for manufacturing orders based on move request and/or transfer orders (TO s)

• Process all materials for scrap when required in accordance with medical and/or hazardous waste regulations along with receipt storage and destruction of returned goods in accordance with the Returned Goods Policy

• Other work-related activities/duties as assigned

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• 1-2 years of related experience in a distribution related environment

• Experience in SAP and Warehouse Management systems

• Microsoft Office Suite Experience (Word, Excel, etc)

• Experience operating a forklift, pallet jack, and other material handling equipment highly desired

• Experience working in a Biotechnology, Medical Device, Pharmaceutical or Consumer Product Manufacturing environment preferred

• Internal Partners:
  Materials Management, Operations, Maintenance, Mail Services, Product Support, Tech Transfer

• External Partners:
  Couriers

The work environment characteristics are representative of a manufacturing, laboratory, or warehouse environment. 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 for extended periods of time. Is frequently required to communicate with coworkers. Ability to lift up to 40lbs. Work with blood, blood products and chemicals.

Overtime is required, as necessary. Shift work may be required, as necessary. Periodic exposure to 2-8C temperature controlled coldbox during product transfer.

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 Quidel Ortho, 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 $20.75 to $23.38 hourly and is bonus eligible. Quidel Ortho 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 Quidel Ortho may amend, terminate, or enhance the benefits provided, as it deems appropriate.

Quidel Ortho 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. Quidel Ortho is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so that an individual can…