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 we continue to grow as QuidelOrtho, we are seeking a Senior Project Support Administrator. The Senior Project Support Administrator is an integral member of the Finishing WC Capital Engineering Team. This position will support a 24/7 high speed, automated manufacturing operation and the introduction of new capital equipment into the factory. Additionally, the individual will support the generation and submittal of capital appropriation requests (CAR's) along with seeing these through to closure. The tracking of all capital spending (both facilities and equipment related) including setting up regular financial reviews with partners to summarize actual spending and updating spending forecasts will be required. Creating and submitting capital equipment and engineering Dept. purchase orders, P.O. closures, and invoice reconciliation (mis-match issues) will be required. The individual will organize and facilitate group meetings including supplier visits.
This position is located in Rochester, NY.
The Responsibilities
- Track capital project payment milestones and spend (both facilities and equipment), update spending forecasts, set up regular reviews with finance.
- Create, submit and monitor capital equipment and Engineering Dept. purchase orders in the designated system. Receipt incoming materials upon arrival at factory. Reconcile invoices and resolve mis-match issues.
- Generate, submit and track approvals of capital appropriation requests (CARs) and see through to closure.
- Organize and facilitate group meetings, both internal and supplier visits.
- Oversee the generation of facilities and building requests and see through to closure.
- Performs other work-related duties as assigned.
The Individual
Required
- B.S./B.A. degree in relevant field preferred such as Project Management or Business Administration. Minimum 4 years in relatable field experience.
- Ability to build relationships and effectively communicate status and opportunities for improvement throughout the team.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Excel, Outlook, Adobe.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical, problem solving, insight generation and critical thinking skills.
- Self-initiator, results driven and action & detail oriented.
- Self-directed, the ability to work independently, and being highly-motivated.
- Project Support Administrators often work in a fast-paced and deadline driven environment, so it's important they can stay focused and carry out their tasks in a timely and accurate manner.
- Proven attention to detail and patience completing repetitive tasks.
Preferred
- SAP ARIBA procurement/spending system.
- Project / program management skills
The Work Environment
The work environment characteristics are representative of an office environment. Up to 75% of time at desk, standing or sitting extended periods of time. No strenuous physical activity, though occasional light lifting of files and related materials (up to 10 lbs.) is required. Will require domestic and international travel up to 20%. Ability to travel on short notice.
Salary Transparency
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 that facts and circumstances of each case. Salary range for this position is $68,000 to $116,000 and is bonus eligible. 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.
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.
