Assembler and Test Technician

Baxter; Town of Ridgeway (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering company dedicated to saving and sustaining lives. As a Service Tech, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the functionality of vital medical equipment. Your responsibilities will include performing repairs, conducting electrical testing, and maintaining high-quality standards in a regulated environment. This position offers an engaging and supportive work atmosphere where teamwork and individual contributions are valued. With a competitive hourly rate and comprehensive benefits, this is an excellent opportunity to enhance your skills while making a meaningful impact in healthcare.

Benefits

Medical and dental coverage

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Educational assistance programs

Paid time off

Childcare benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Commuting benefits

Employee Discount Program

Qualifications

• Experience in FDA regulated environments preferred.
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
• Good documentation practices required.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and electrical testing on infusion pumps.
• Follow quality management systems and document findings.
• Assist with packaging and shipping of devices.

Skills

Electromechanical assembly

Basic computer skills

Good written and verbal communication

Mathematical calculations

Judgment and initiative

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Digital multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Hipot tester

Pressure gauges

Torque drivers

Job description

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.

Your role at Baxter

The Service Tech is responsible for performing repairs and/or electrical testing on the Spectrum Infusion Pump. Ensuring the highest level of quality, individuals in this role follow documented standard work instructions and document findings into the system of record. Individuals in this role may also assist other areas of the value stream such as packaging (for shipment), repair or testing, as needed.

What you'll be doing

• Follow defined Quality Management Systems, all applicable written procedures, review maintenance records and complete all documentation as required and in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
• Adhere to all environmental, health and safety standard operating procedures and policies, including any department specific requirements.
• Maintain a continuous flow on the Servicing line, working independently and as part of a team, to achieve process yield results.
• Must be able to work with various hand tools, fixtures and gauges
• Use machinery, equipment and test aids to conduct a variety of tests, measure devices and calculate data to verify adherence, in order to ensure that the unit functions within the provided specifications.
• Use good judgement from the established procedures and device readings to continue through the service or testing process and escalate issues as needed.
• May prepare devices for shipment by assembling boxes and shipping materials.
• May receive incoming devices for repair, use chemical solutions to disinfect and sanitize devices, production equipment or the immediate work environment.
• Rotate to other areas such as assembly, repair, packaging, spare parts and test operations, as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you'll bring

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience with electro mechanical assembly, repair or testing in an FDA regulated environment is preferred.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills (English) and the ability to follow written instructions.
• Must have proficient computer skills with ability to learn new systems, enter data and routinely toggle between various application systems.
• Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team, demonstrating teamwork and cooperation.
• Perform assigned tasks with minimal supervision, including required documentation needed to maintain compliance.
• Ability to document data accurately, following Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Must have good judgement, positive attitude and a high level of initiative.
• Ability to manually perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Basic knowledge of using various tools such as digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, hipot tester, pressure gauges, screw drivers, torque drivers, etc.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to sit and stand for long periods of time with frequent walking, bending, stretching, grasping and using gross and fine motor manipulation.
• Depending on the rotation of roles, must be able to lift at least 30 lbs and if working in packaging/shipment, must be able to lift up to 42 lbs and use material handling equipment (ex: pallet jack or walkie stacker)
• Work well under tight deadlines

Work Environment

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

This is a manufacturing environment regulated by the FDA and many other work rules to prevent damage to the product we manufacture. Some of those work rules include but are not limited to:

• Wear a static protective smock and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times while in the designated work areas.
• Work in close proximity to other employees.
• Work in an environment that is temperature and humidity controlled.

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 employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The rate for this position is $23.95 per hour.

US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees.For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter

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

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