Facility Engineer II

Baxter Healthcare; Cleveland (MS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental

Life insurance

Disability insurance

ESPP/401k

FSA

Education assistance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Commuting benefits

Employee discounts

EAP

Childcare benefits

Job summary

Baxter Healthcare in Cleveland, MS is seeking an engineer to lead plant projects and energy initiatives. You will develop schedules, use BMS/SCADA, and drive improvements aligning with cGMP standards.

The role requires a bachelor’s in engineering with 1+ year experience, strong communication, and the ability to work across shifts. Competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience.
• 1+ years of engineering experience, FDA manufacturing preferred.
• Interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to operate in a collaborative environment.
• Strong problem-solving with cause mapping.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Prioritize multiple manufacturing tasks.
• Analyze scientific and statistical data.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Lean Manufacturing and 6S experience preferred.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and climb ladders.
• Gowning and controlled setting experience.
• Shift flexibility and overtime availability.
• Knowledge of facility utilities and energy conservation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project schedules for plant facilities and utilities.
• Apply BMS to track and report environmental conditions.
• Generate and analyze trend reports from monitoring systems.
• Lead energy-saving improvement projects across HVAC, water, and processes.
• Lead project teams; manage capital projects and budgets.
• Propose energy-saving ideas and facility improvements.
• Update building prints and utility drawings.
• Apply work order systems, change control, validations, CAPA.
• Use cause mapping for problem solving.
• Program utility controls using Allen-Bradley PLCs and SCADA.
• Provide maintenance training on safety, cGMPs, JIBs.
• Ensure work orders and PMs are performed and reported.
• Analyze and implement long-term solutions for recurring issues.
• Ensure facility/equipment compliance with cGMP and audit readiness.
• Assist in procuring and installing new equipment.
• Support environmental, health, safety programs and plant initiatives.

Skills

Engineering degree

1+ year experience

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Cause mapping

Verbal & written comms

Task prioritization

Data interpretation

MS Word/Excel/Outlook

Lean Manufacturing

6S

Physical strength

Gowning protocols

Shift flexibility

Ladders/space access

Facility utilities knowledge

SCADA awareness

Allen-Bradley PLC

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

SCADA systems

Allen-Bradley PLC

Job description

This is whereyour work makes a difference.

At Baxter, we believe every person- regardless of who they are or where they are from-deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project schedules for various plant facilities and utilities.
• Apply the Building Management System (BMS) to track and report on plant environmental conditions.
• Generate and analyze trend reports from monitoring systems such as BMS.
• Implement improvement projects passionate about energy conservation, electricity, HVAC, process compressed air, steam, potable water, chilled water, pest control, and water for injection (WFI).
• Lead project teams and personnel to achieve project and area objectives successfully.
• Manage capital projects, ensuring schedules are maintained and budgets are adhered to.
• Suggest and develop energy-saving ideas and facility improvements.
• Interpret, modify, and update building prints and utility drawings.
• Apply business systems like work order systems, change control, validations, and corrective/preventive actions.
• Employ cause mapping techniques for effective problem-solving.
• Program utility controls and monitoring systems using industrial processors (Allen-Bradley) and SCADA systems.
• Facilitate maintenance training for facility employees, covering safety, cGMPs, job skills, and JIBs.
• Ensure work orders and PMs are performed efficiently and reported accurately.
• Analyze, propose, and implement long-term solutions to existing and recurring problems.
• Inspect, monitor, and maintain facility and equipment compliance with cGMP standards, ensuring constant audit readiness.
• Assist in procuring and installing new equipment.
• Support environmental, health, and safety programs, as well as other plant initiatives, such as VIP, TPM, 6-S, and energy teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical preferred) or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 1+ years of engineering experience, preferably in FDA manufacturing.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to interface well with personnel of all levels.
• Ability to operate and support a collaborative environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills applying cause mapping.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to prioritize various tasks in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to analyze and interpret scientific and statistical data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Preferred experience in Lean Manufacturing and 6s.
• Physical ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to operate in a controlled setting that demands special gowning and adherence to gowning protocols.
• Flexibility to work or be assigned to different shifts as needed and work overtime when required.
• Ability to climb ladders, bend/stoop, reach above the shoulder, and maneuver around tight spaces.
• Ability to sit, stand, and/or walk for long periods.
• Preferred working knowledge of facility utilities and energy conservation.

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 estimated base salary for this position is $80,000-100,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than that of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

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

US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

• 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.

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

911 N Davis|Cleveland, MS 38732|United States of America