Inspector, Quality

Baxter International Inc.; Marion (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

160 hours PTO & holidays

401K match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Baxter International Inc. seeks a dedicated Quality Inspector to ensure product quality across filling, pouching and packaging processes. You will verify equipment settings, inspect samples, and uphold stringent quality standards in a production environment.

You will train peers, participate in continuous improvement, and maintain safe, compliant operations. The role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and adherence to cGMP practices on site in the United States.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic English written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
• Experience with measurement tools preferred.
• Understanding of quality standards and cGMP is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled line checks to verify filling equipment, production supplies, settings, and batch signage.
• Collect samples and verify containers, components, and over-pouch meet quality standards and print legibility.
• Examine packaging equipment performance to ensure quality.
• Test and confirm batch information is correctly recorded and equipment passes/fails as required.
• Train and assist other Quality Inspectors as needed.
• Participate in process/equipment improvement teams and document SOP changes.

Skills

Basic English communication

Microsoft Office

Measurement tools

Math basics

Quality standards knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Caliper

Micrometer

Ruler

Job description

This is where your 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.

Your Role at Baxter

This is where your creativity addresses challenges

You are creative, thorough, and a heads-down do-er. You embrace a challenge and truly apply the collaborative powers of your team to produce great results. You are motivated by work that is never the same from one day to the next. As a Quality Inspector, you are unafraid of navigating through necessary internal processes to facilitate a product you deeply believe in. You can absorb and act on complex procedures and data and train your team or peers if needed. You take pride in getting things done quickly without sacrificing safety or quality.

Your Team at Baxter

Within Quality, every role makes a difference. Products that Baxter makes are shipped worldwide for patients in need. Whether it's building a new process from scratch or facing a never-before-seen production hurdle, individuals within Quality are given the trust and opportunity to bring creativity to the table. Regardless of your specific role with a product, it is sure to touch a portion of our global operation.

The mission of Baxter is to save and sustain lives. This mission is embedded into everything we do. This means if there is a decision to be made where quantity and quality are at odds, we will always choose quality. Our patients come first, always.

The Quality function values both working together as a team and independently. We draw energy from working in a plant or an office where there are opportunities to collaborate. As the company evolves, so does the way our team approaches work as it strives to create top-of-the-line products.

We build relationships with each other to get work done. Building these relationships is easy because we all share common traits of being reliable, ethical, and caring. We lean on our colleagues for their expertise and hold each other accountable. We feel empowered to speak up when there's a new insight or opportunity to improve something. This open dialog builds trust within the team and helps create a better product for our customers.

What we offer from Day One

• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• 160 hours of Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401K match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

What you’ll be doing

If assigned to the filling/pouching/packing departments:

• 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 and product properly.

If assigned to the plastics department:

• Collect samples of produced materials (i.e. membranes, bags, tubing, frangibles) and visually inspect for irregularities and verify dimensions are within specification.
• Perform seal integrity testing on a sample of produced materials.
• Employ various methods of testing such as freeze mode, destructive oven testing and striation testing.

Job Duties regardless of assigned department:

• Make minor operational decisions and provide direction and guidance in the absence of the Quality Associate.
• Train and act as a resource to other Quality Inspectors.
• Participate on teams to drive improvement to processes and equipment.
• Assist in investigations of exceptions and any out of limits situations that may occur.
• 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 QA Inspector is in need of 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.

What you’ll bring

• 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.
• Minimum of 6 months experience on a production floor or in a quality control role preferred.
• Possess basic competency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
• 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 use of measurement tools (Caliper, Micrometer, Ruler, etc.) as well as basic hand tools.
• Possess or be able to obtain Work saver Operator Certification.

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 stand/walk continuously throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Normal visual acuity and the ability to distinguish color are necessary.
• Must be able to pass the P.I.T. physical.
• Must be able to squat, 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.

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 $40,000 - $55,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors.

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)

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

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.