Sr Machinist (Temp to Hire) 3rd Shift

Baxter International Inc.; Batesville (IN); On-site; USD 28,515 - 40,612; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days

Job summary

Baxter International Inc. in Batesville, Indiana is seeking a dedicated team member for metal fabrication operations. You will be responsible for operating machines, maintaining production quality, and assisting supervisors.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, and must successfully pass specific tests and hold a valid driver's license. A competitive salary of $25.09 per hour is offered along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must pass Flex‑Force Test and Machine Set‑Up Test.
• Must have a current, valid driver's license and pass a towing/motor physical.

Responsibilities

• Perform metal fabrication operations and troubleshoot problems.
• Train and assist operators.
• Maintain quality and flow of work.
• Ensure materials and equipment are ready.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Your Role at Baxter

Responsible for the proper performance and quality of a wide range of metal fabrication operations in the department. Set‑up and operate a variety of machines and equipment. Utilize people, machines, methods and materials to achieve quality, cost, delivery and safety objectives. Fill in for absences when necessary.

Your Team

You will be part of a hands‑on manufacturing team responsible for metal fabrication operations, working closely with supervisors, operators and support functions to ensure production goals are met. The team focuses on maintaining quality, efficiency and safety while supporting daily production needs.

What You'll Be Doing

• Perform a wide range of metal fabrication operations, set‑up and operate various machines and equipment, and troubleshoot problems when necessary.
• Work from schedules and verbal and written instructions to plan work in proper sequence and train and assist operators to perform their work in the proper and prescribed manner.
• Assign work to individual employees, follow up to ensure completion of assigned tasks, re‑assign personnel as workload varies with changing conditions.
• Instruct and train employees in job procedures, sequence of operations and other phases of work.
• Assist supervisor in maintaining the flow of work, checking various operations and helping to solve difficulties, including performance of production work, scheduling assistance and programming adjustments.
• Ensure all necessary materials are on hand and equipment is in order, including scheduling, preparing and moving of material, rework as required and moving stock and material.
• Maintain quality and quantity of work: participate in team activities and problem solving sessions, communicate problems and/or solutions to appropriate team member, follow processes and procedures, document and chart production data to aid in problem identification, quality feedback and production scheduling, and assist other team members to ensure a quality product and smooth flow.
• Evaluate defective material, faulty operations, questionable conditions and potential work stoppages; advise and recommend alternatives to appropriate person; confer with supervisor as to various quality requirements.
• Ensure work area and equipment are maintained clean, orderly and safe; follow safety regulations; may be required to move stock and material.
• Operate the department and handle routine matters in the supervisor’s absence.

What You'll Bring

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must pass Flex‑Force Test and Machine Set‑Up Test.
• Must have a current, valid driver's license and pass a towing/motor physical.

Applicants must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Compensation

Salary pay rate $25.09, plus shift differential for off shifts. The pay rate is based on factors including relevant skills/experience, time in the role, business line and geographic location.

US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

• Medical and dental coverage starting day one.
• Insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short‑term and long‑term disability, and business travel accident insurance.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) and 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer matching.
• Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, 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.
• Commuting benefits, Employee Discount Program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and childcare benefits.

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.

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 let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.

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