Senior Technical Writer

About the position

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.

Responsibilities

• Initiates, evaluates and executes Change Requests, Change Notices, Change Implementation plans, Controlled Document and associated technical documentation for changes in the designated systems.
• Independently interacts with approvers to resolve concerns.
• Creates, edits, and maintains batch records, specifications, drawings, procedures and associated technical documentation for Finishing WC equipment, components, and assemblies ensuring quality standards and consistency.
• Leads and/or participates in large capital projects in the Finishing WC which impact a wide variety of controlled document types, of which the Tech. Writer takes ownership of routing through the approval process.
• Completes registration of new materials, Obsoletion and Bill of Materials updates in SAP via Service Now Requests.
• Maintains part number database.
• Interacts with various departments and individuals to establish priorities and deadlines for implementation of changes and to coordinate effectivity of BTRs and other Controlled Documents.
• Provides necessary support to Packaging Engineers for artwork, controlled documents and SAP updates.
• Verifies artwork, approves printer's proof from vendors, proofreads artwork and SPC changes.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• B.S./B.A. degree in relevant field preferred such as English, Communications, Journalism, computer Science, Engineering or Healthcare.
• 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, Excel, Outlook, Adobe.
• Familiarity with technical writing and documentation.
• 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.
• Proven attention to detail and patience completing repetitive tasks.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong project / program management skills.
• Familiarity with SAP, Trackwise, Windchill.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Paid time off (including sick time) and paid Holidays.