This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You’ll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients.

Baxter’s products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work.

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives— where your purpose accelerates our mission.

Position Summary

The Quality Technician is a Salaried Non-Exempt position which contributes to our mission of saving and sustaining lives by ensuring our products and packaging meet stringent quality standards through a variety of sampling, testing and analytical processes.

Essential Job Duties

• Perform scheduled line checks which include verifying the correct filling equipment and production supplies are being used, the filling equipment is assembled correctly, the settings are appropriate, and the batch signage is correct.
• Collect samples and verify container, components and over-pouch meet quality standards, verify the accuracy & legibility of the print and check for indications of leakage.
• Examine and verify that the packaging equipment’s performance meets quality standards.
• Test and confirm that the equipment is passing/failing batch information.
• Transport samples to and from work area with a Powered Industrial Truck (PIT)
• Document and initiate the exception process if exception is encountered using the Production Operations Management System (POMS) to research and provide details.
• Record checks and the result into POMs
• Write and submit changes to a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) document when a process used by the Quality Technician needs an update.
• Enter exception data into a spreadsheet for trending and reporting purposes.
• Participate in the validation process for new equipment, equipment changes and new processes by performing product testing and reporting on the results.
• Notify the supervisor and take appropriate action if any safety, quality or discrepancy issues occur.
• Learn, understand and apply rigorous quality standards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)
• Sustain a clean and safe work area using 6S principles including maintaining and securing provided tools.

Work Environment

• Can include working in a Class I, Class II, Class III or Class IV Controlled Environment which may include the following dress/gowning requirements: safety glasses, ear plugs, hairnet, beard cover, isolation mask, gown, hood, boots or shoe covers and gloves.
• There is constant or intermittent noise and vibration.
• This position involves working around moving equipment, machinery, and conveyors.

Physical Requirements

• Requires the ability to stand/walk continuously throughout the shift.
• Lifting and carrying up to 35 pounds occasionally throughout the shift
• Normal vision acuity is necessary including the ability to distinguish colors.
• Must be able to squat, climb, reach above shoulder level, reach at or below shoulder level, kneel, twist, and bend at the neck, twist, and bend at the waist and balance.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have basic English written and oral communication skills adequate to communicate with other team members.
• Understand verbal and written safety and quality instructions and read and comprehend written work instructions including words and drawings.
• Must be able to perform basic mathematics.
• Proficient in how to use measurement tools (Caliper, Micrometer, Ruler, etc.) as well as basic hand tools.
• Possess or be able to obtain Worksaver Operator Certification

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all our employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. To that end, this position has a salary range of $33,000 to $76,000. The above range represents the expected salary range for this position. The actual salary may vary based upon several factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills/experience, time in the role, business line, and geographic/office location.

Other Duties Assigned

Please note the jobs description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employees for this job. Duties, responsibility, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Occasional overtime is worked as required.

The successful candidate for this job may be required to verify that he or she has been vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to reasonable accommodations for individuals with medical conditions or religious beliefs that prevent vaccination, and in accordance with applicable law.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.
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Reasonable Accommodations
Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.

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